Loch Ness & The Highlands

Explore some of the most stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands on this wonderful five day tour.

Explore some of the most stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands on this wonderful five day tour. From our base in the Highland town of Grantown-on-Spey we’ll enjoy a journey through spectacular Speyside scenery on the Strathspey Railway, a scenic cruise on beautiful Loch Ness plus an unforgettable ride on the country's highest and fastest mountain railway, the Cairngorm funicular.

GRANT ARMS HOTEL (3 STAR)

A traditional Scottish hotel situated in the heart of Grantown-on-Spey which has recently been refurbished and upgraded to offer modern comforts whilst retaining its traditional character. Facilities include a restaurant and the Capercaillie Bar. All bedrooms feature free Wi-Fi, TV, hairdryer plus tea & coffee making facilities. Lift available.

ITINERARY

Day One: We travel north through the Scottish Border Region and on via the Cairngorms National Park to our hotel in Grantown-on-Spey.

Day Two: We discover legendary Loch Ness, one of the country’s most famous lochs thanks to its elusive monster, Nessie. We head to Clansman Harbour for a relaxing cruise to absorb the breath-taking vista of the loch in all its natural wonder. We then drive on to the popular tourist town of Inverness, the bustling capital of the Highland region. The River Ness flows majestically through the centre of this attractive town which is overlooked by its 19th century castle.

Day Three: This morning we head towards Aviemore and board the Strathspey Railway for a steam train ride through spectacular Speyside scenery. Admire the everchanging landscape as we journey alongside heather-clad moors, the ancient Caledonian forest and the River Spey, before we reach Broomhill. We will then board the coach and travel to the Speyside Cooperage, the only family-owned working cooperage in the UK which continues to produce whisky casks.

Day Four: We take a drive through the Cairngorms National Park to the Reindeer Centre. Home to Britain’s only free-ranging herd of reindeer the centre provides a fantastic opportunity to get up close and learn all about these fascinating animals. From here we travel to the foot of Cairngorm Mountain for an unforgettable journey on the funicular railway to the top station, located at 1097m above sea level with panoramic views. Here you will also find a restaurant, viewing terrace, exhibition, plus the highest post box in the British Isles.

Day Five: We check out and commence our homeward journey.

PRICE INCLUDES

Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast.
Strathspey and Cairngorm Railway journeys.
Loch Ness Cruise.
Admission to the Reindeer Centre.
Return travel by luxury coach.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Contact Details	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Nelson Pub	Bangor, Bus Stop Opposite Nelson Pub
Bangor, Pontio Centre	Bangor, Pontio Centre Bus Stop
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Campbell Road	Caernarfon, Bus Stop Bottom of Campbell Road
Caernarfon, Leisure Cent.	Caernarfon, Bus Stop opposite Leisure Centre
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Waterloo Port	Caernarfon, Waterloo Port Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Y Glyn	Caernarfon, Y Glyn Bethel Road
Chester	Chester, Holiday Inn South Hotel Bus Stop
Colwyn Bay	Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop
Criccieth, Medical Centre	Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop
Deganwy	Deganwy, Railway Station Bus Stop
Ewloe	Ewloe, Outside St David's Park Hotel
Gaerwen	Gaerwen, Stermat Car Park
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Halkyn	Halkyn, Outside Billy Jeans (Springfield Hotel Return Drop Off Point)
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llanberis, Maes Padarn	Llanberis, Bus Stop Opposite Maes Padarn
Llanberis, Spar	Llanberis, Outside Spar Shop
Llandegai	Llandegai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llandudno	Llandudno, Mostyn Broadway Coach Park Bus Stop
Llandudno Jct. New Road	Llandudno Junction, New Road Bus Stop
Llanfairfechan	Llanfairfechan, Castle Bridge Bus Stop
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park
Llangefni	Llangefni, Church Street Bus Stop
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Menai Bridge	Menai Bridge, Library Bus Stop
Northop	Northop, Red Lion Pub Bus Stop
Old Colwyn	Old Colwyn, Church Walks Bus Stop Opposite The Plough Inn
Penmaenmawr	Penmaenmawr, Llys Clwyd Bus Stop (Opposite Spar)
Penrhyn Bay	Penrhyn Bay, Post Office
Penygroes	Penygroes, Crossroads (Outside Victoria Hotel)
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
Rhos on Sea, Cayley Arms	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Cayley Arms
Rhos on Sea, Hickorys	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Hickorys Restaurant
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Wrexham, Northbound	Wrexham, Taxi Stand King Street (Taxi Feeder Service)
Y Felinheli, St. Marys	Y Felinheli, St Mary's Church Bus Stop
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop