Loch Lomond, Trossachs & Edinburgh

Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park are one of the most beautiful sights in Scotland, renowned for its beauty, tranquillity and magnificent landscapes. At the heart of the park is Loch Lomond itself, measuring 23 miles long and five miles across, it is the single largest expanse of fresh water in Great Britain. This relaxing break explores the epic beauty of Loch Lomond and the captivating scenery of the Trossachs in addition to discovering the boundless charms of the world-famous capital city of Edinburgh.

 

WINNOCK HOTEL (3 STAR)

This charming old family run hotel takes centre stage on the green in the conservation village of Drymen. Sensitively extended and refurbished it retains its traditional bars and log fires and offers a warm and friendly atmosphere. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, telephone and tea/coffee tray. Please note there is no lift but ground floor rooms are available.

 

EXCURSIONS INCLUDED

• We drive into the beautiful Trossachs, a delightful area of lochs and mountains known as ‘Scotland in Miniature’. We stop at the popular little town of Aberfoyle, then continue on via Loch Katrine to Callander, a bustling tourist town situated on the River Teith. In the afternoon we visit Stirling, the site of Scotland’s great battles of independence. Some free time here to maybe visit the castle and see the Wallace Monument, and explore the old town and its 19th century jail.

 

• A visit to bustling Edinburgh, a wonderfully atmospheric city dominated by its majestic castle perched atop an extinct volcano. With its incredible array of sights and attractions coupled with a tantalising mix of medieval and modern, the city is firmly placed as one of the UK’s top destinations.

 

• We take a short drive to the Loch Lomond Shores Visitor Centre, where there will be an opportunity to take a relaxing cruise on the lake and admire spectacular views of magnificent Ben Lomond, plus a number of grand stately homes and castles. We then continue along the shores of the loch to the picturesque village of Luss, the location used for the TV drama ‘Take the High Road’.

 

PRICE INCLUDES

• Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast.

• Free drinks for three hours each night (selected brands).

• Nightly entertainment.

• Excursions as described above.

• Return travel by luxury coach.