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Glasgow & Beyond
5 day holiday – Monday 28th April 2025
Highlights...
Stirling Castle
Loch Lomond Cruise
Glasgow Cathedral
Situated on the banks of the River Clyde, on the western coast – Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city. During the 1800’s Glasgow was primarily a leader with its role in industry, shipbuilding and engineering, but also made contributions to architecture. While visiting Glasgow for its own history and delights, its location is the gateway to some of Scotland’s other treasures; beaches, castles and breath-taking coastlines! We will use this to visit historic Stirling and Loch Lomond.
Straddling a geographical faultline, which is considered to be the natural split between Scotland’s Lowlands and Highlands, Loch Lomand is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, wildlife and small islands. Nestled in the heart of Scotland’s first National Park Trossachs, the sweeping landscapes and rich history, along with the Loch being the largest freshwater lake in Britain, attracts visitors from around the world. Loch Lomond’s north area is characterised by its spectacular vistas along the loch shores; with forests and woodlands surrounded by the highlands. The dramatic backdrop to the loch created by the highlands includes Ben Lomond and Ben Vorlich.
Stirling Castle, another iconic attraction in Scottish history. Sitting atop its high volcanic rock and visible for many miles, the location of this castle rivals that of Edinburgh Castle. The castle is one of the largest and most historically and architecturally important castles in Scotland and was a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens; a palace as well as a fortress. A large part of the main buildings of the castle date back to the fifteenth and sixteenth century, although a few structures from the fourteenth century can still be found. A visit to the castle will give us an insight into sixteenth century life and the knowledgeable guides share details of the notorious characters and history. Inside the castle are must see highlights which include: The Great Hall, Chapel Royal, Castle Exhibition, Regimental Museum, Great Kitchens, and the Tapestry Studio.
Hotel Indigo, Glasgow 4*
We will be staying at the 4-Star Hotel Indigo, situated in a prime location in Glasgow. This hotel is located centrally and gives easy access to shopping, museums and theatres. Originally built in the 1800’s as one of the city’s first power stations, the design mixes the Victorian architecture and high ceilings with modern comforts. The walls are home to murals by local artists. The comfortable bedrooms offer oversized beds with hard wood floors and are all en-suite, and have: air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi access, TV, telephone, safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board and tea and coffee making facilities. All bathrooms have a spacious walk-in rainfall shower (no baths). The hotel offers a fitness suite with weights, stationary bike and treadmills. The Restaurant has been designed to offer a comfortable setting and also a place to look for famous, local Glaswegians – if you look up above your head that is! It serves local dishes prepared with fresh and locally sourced ingredients made with some Scottish flare to sample the delights of Scotland.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Monday 28th April
You will be collected by your door-to-door car and taken to the London City Airport, where you will be greeted by your tour manager who will be with you throughout your holiday. After checking in, we will purchase lunch in the departure lounge to eat on the flight. Following our flight to Glasgow airport, we will be met by our coach and transferred to the hotel. On arrival at the hotel, your Tour Manager will assist with check-in and there will be time to settle in and socialise before enjoying our evening meal.
Day 2 – Tuesday 29th April
Today we will board the coach for the drive northeast to Stirling Castle. We will have a free-flow visit here giving everyone the opportunity to see what interests them the most. There are costumed characters around the castle to help transport you back to 16th century life. Included in our entry are public guided tours, where knowledgeable guides share the history of the castle in greater detail, so if this is of interest to you make sure you join one. You may decide that you want to take in this magnificent building on your own and enjoy some of the castle highlights at your own pace. We will have a light lunch in the Castle café during our visit, before returning to the hotel for some time to unwind. f
Day 3 – Wednesday 30th April
After enjoying breakfast, we will travel to Glengoyne Distillery for a 90-minute guided tour and whisky tasting. We will be taken on a journey in the unique methods the distillery uses in the whisky making process and why they are one of Scotland’s slowest stills and stand by the saying ‘Sometimes, the right way is the long way’. After leaving the distillery we will head to Loch Lomond, stopping for lunch en-route. Once at the Tarbet Pier we will board the boat for our cruise of the loch. Sailing past Arklet waterfalls and the Loch Sloy Hydro Electric scheme with live commentary giving us insights into the history and tales from the loch. There is an abundance of amazing scenery to take in, all of which attracts plenty of wildlife, so keep your eyes peeled for osprey, sea eagles and mountain goats!
Day 4 – Thursday 1st May
Today we stay locally and will visit Glasgow Cathedral for a guided tour. Our guide will share their knowledge of the religious, historical and architectural facts about the Cathedral. It is the oldest Cathedral in mainland Scotland and the oldest building in Glasgow as well as one of the most important sights. This building is striking to look at from the outside and does not disappoint once inside. Following our morning here, we will depart to make our way to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum where we will have a light lunch on arrival. After lunch we will have free-time to explore some of the state-of-the-art galleries which between them display a surprising 8000 objects. The collections include natural history, arms and armour, art from many art movements and periods of history with the most famous painting being the masterpiece ‘Christ of St John of the Cross’ by Salvador Dali.
Day 5 – Friday 2nd May
After breakfast we will check-out and leave our luggage with concierge before departing to visit Glasgow Botanical Gardens. Here we will visit Kibble Palace and then have some free time to explore areas of interest. We will then head back to the hotel for a 2-course farewell lunch before departing for Glasgow Airport. There will be an opportunity to purchase a tea/coffee and pastry before boarding our return flight to City Airport.
Total Price of the Holiday: £2,750 per person
Deposit: £200
Balance due:
3rd March 2025
Whats Included:
- Door to door cars from your home to the meeting point and back
- Return flights from City Airport
- Coach travel throughout the holiday
- Four nights at the 4 Star Hotel Indigo, Glasgow
- 3-course dinner with 2 glasses of wine every night
- Full cooked breakfast every morning
- Light lunch with tea or coffee each day
- Admission to properties as stated in the programme:
- Stirling Castle
- Glengoyne Distillery
- Loch Lomond Cruise
- Glasgow Cathedral
- Gratuities
- The services of your Tour manager throughout your stay
- V.A.T.
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