The Waverley Paddle Steamer & Scotland's Heritage

Step aboard the magnificent Waverley, the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, for the highlight of this memorable Scottish short break. Enjoy an unforgettable 8-hour round trip from Glasgow to Rothesay on the beautiful Isle of Bute, taking in spectacular views along the River Clyde and across the Firth of Clyde to the stunning coastline and islands beyond. Watch the historic steam engine power the famous paddle wheels as you relax on deck and soak up the scenery. Alongside this nostalgic cruise, we discover the iconic 30-metre-high Kelpies and marvel at the engineering of the Falkirk Wheel, the world’s only rotating boat lift.

THE GLASGOW WESTERWOOD HOTEL, SPA & GOLF RESORT

The Glasgow Westerwood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is a four-star hotel set in peaceful countryside at conveniently located between Glasgow and Edinburgh. All bedrooms are comfortably furnished and equipped with a TV, Wi-Fi, desk, safe, iron and ironing board, mini fridge, plus tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel features a heated indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna and steam room, plus two restaurants and a bar. Lift available to all rooms.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with dinner and breakfast
Return Waverley Paddle Steamer from Glasgow to Rothesay
Guided tour of The Kelpies
Journey on the Flakirk Wheel
Excursions as described in the tour itinerary
Return coach travel from your local pick up point

Please Note: The Waverley Paddle Steamer's sailings are subject to weather and sea conditions. While every effort will be made to operate the planned sailing, the Waverley Steam Navigation Company may need to alter, postpone or cancel the sailing if conditions are considered unsuitable or unsafe. Should the sailing be cancelled or significantly altered due to weather or other operational circumstances, we will make every effort to provide a suitable alternative arrangement.

Day One

We head north through the Scottish Border Region and to the outskirts of Glasgow where we stay at the Glasgow Westerwood Hotel, Spa & Resort for the next three nights. There will be time to settle into your rooms or perhaps make use of the leisure facilities before our evening meal.

Day Two

Today is the highlight of the holiday as we step aboard the magnificent Waverley, the world's last seagoing paddle steamer, for a nostalgic and scenic 8-hour round trip from Glasgow to Rothesay on the beautiful Isle of Bute. Enjoy wonderful views along the River Clyde and across the Firth of Clyde towards the coast and islands beyond. Watch the historic steam engine power the famous paddle wheels, relax on deck and soak up the scenery, or enjoy a bite to eat in the dining saloon, a drink in the Talisman Bar or browse the gift shop. On arrival back in Glasglow we rejoin the coach and return to our hotel.

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Day Three

This morning we enjoy a guided tour of the Kelpies, Scotland's iconic 30-metre-high horse-head sculptures and one of the country's most impressive feats of engineering. Discover the fascinating story behind these magnificent structures and the important role horses played in Scotland's industrial heritage. We then continue to the Falkirk Wheel Visitor Centre, where we enjoy a journey on the world's only rotating boat lift in action. Built to reconnect the Forth & Clyde and Union Canals, the remarkable wheel lifts boats 35 metres between the two waterways, creating a unique and memorable experience.

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Day Four

This morning after a leisurely breakfast, we check out from the Glasgow Westerwood Hotel and begin our journey home to North Wales

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

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

Name	Address	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
Ewloe	Ewloe, Social Club Bus Stop
Gaerwen	Gaerwen, Stermat Car Park
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llanberis, Maes Padarn	Llanberis, Bus Stop Opposite Maes Padarn
Llanberis, Spar	Llanberis, Outside Spar Shop
Llandudno	Llandudno, Mostyn Broadway Coach Park Bus Stop
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llandygai	Llandygai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llanfairfechan	Llanfairfechan, Castle Bridge Bus Stop
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park)
Llanfairpwll Park & Ride	Llanfairpwll, Park & Ride
Llangefni	Llangefni, Church Street Bus Stop
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Menai Bridge	Menai Bridge, Library Bus Stop
Northop	Northop, Red Lion Pub Bus Stop
Penrhyn Bay	Penrhyn Bay, Post Office
Penygroes	Penygroes, Bus Stop Opposite Co-op
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
Y Felinheli, St. Marys	Y Felinheli, St Mary's Church Bus Stop
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop