Scotland – Ardgartan Hotel

About this excursion

£320 per person. Join us for a 5 day, 4 night half board break in this new Lochs and Glens Hotel.

With its impressive glass-fronted foyer offering panoramic views down Loch Long, this stunning new hotel must be seen to be believed. Nestled in a dramatic wooded glen and overlooked by the iconic Cobbler which forms part of the famous Arrochar Alps, the hotel offers forest walks or time to simply relax and contemplate the spectacular views.

From the rear of the hotel the outlook is dominated by the iconic Cobbler, one of the peaks that form the famous Arrochar Alps. The area is part of the Argyll Forest Park, a magnificent stretch of unspoiled countryside that was established as long ago as 1935 as an area of exceptional beauty.

From the hotel there are short walks leading through woodland alongside the Croe River or, for the more energetic, there is a network of forest tracks that extend virtually as far as you could care to go. The tourist village of Arrochar is the closest community, about 3 miles distant at the head of the Loch Long, and the better known Loch Lomond just two miles beyond the village.

Hotel Facilities Include:

• Comfortable, well-furnished ensuite bedrooms, with a choice of bath or walk in shower, tea making facilities, TV & Radio
• Lounge Bar
• Function room with nightly entertainment
• Two lifts that service all bedrooms
• Disabled rooms
• Single rooms are available at no extra charge (Please note these are limited)

Our Itinerary:

First Day:

We travel north to Glasgow taking the M74 to the Erskine Bridge, continuing along the shores of Loch Lomond, passing through the village of Arrachar to Ardgartan and your hotel. There will be time to freshen up before you can enjoy dinner and entertainment.

Days 2, 3 and 4. The following excursions will be included on these days.

• Cruise on Loch Lomond, Loch Awe and Inveraray
  This is a magnificent, stunning location, whatever the weather – atmospheric mist or dappled sunlight. This Highland holiday with its dramatic scenery will be an unforgettable experience. The iconic tip of the craggy mountain, known locally as ‘The Cobbler’ stands behind the hotel and shares extensive views of Loch Long, while your trip to Inveraray will take you past deep glens and dark forests until you view the pretty town on the shores of Loch Fyne.
• Isle of Bute
  Following the spectacular route through the Rest and Be Thankful mountain pass and hugging the shores of Loch Fyne, we will soon reach the magnificently-situated Colintraive where a short ferry crossing will take us to Scotland’s ‘Jewel in the Crown’, the Isle of Bute. Here we will find time to explore this elegant island full of Victorian history, ancient religion and expansive views of mountains, seas and distant isles. This circular tour may be followed in reverse.
• Royal Yacht Britannia and Edinburgh
  There will be an opportunity to explore the Royal Yacht Britannia in her new home in Edinburgh’s Leith Docks. This fascinating tour will cover five decks and will include a visit to the bridge, the state dining room and drawing room, the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh’s bedrooms, the engine room, the captain’s cabin and the galleys. New for this year there’s a fascinating insight into the crews quarters – in remarkable contrast to the opulence of the royal suites. There will be time for shopping and sightseeing in Edinburgh too.

Final Day
We return home.

In addtion to all the above, your holiday will also include some treats.

A deposit of £30 per person will secure your place and the balance will be due 4 weeks before departure.

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