Scotland - Carols on the Loch - ALL INCLUSIVE!
Enjoy an ALL INCLUSIVE pre- Christmas break with a full programme of entertainment, including a Carol concert performed on a vintage steam boat.
Enjoy an ALL INCLUSIVE pre- Christmas break with a full programme of entertainment, including a Carol concert performed on a vintage steam boat.
A very special “All Inclusive” package to Scotland to enjoy the best Christmas preparations in the country combined with a full programme of entertainment. Tumble into a magical Winter Wonderland in the fairytale Scottish cities with an explosion of twinkling lights, enchanting sounds, mouth-watering flavours and lots of festive fun. Our chosen hotel base is no less special – a historic venue dating back to the 1700’s and situated on the edge of The Trossacs National Park. This special “All Inclusive” arrangement offers: Breakfast, Dinner and packed lunch in resort, Wine with dinner, Free bar* each evening, Live musical entertainment, A Scottish weaponry show, A “Christmas Eve” cream tea, A “Christmas Day” traditional dinner, A visit from Santa, A “Hogmanay” dinner and the highlight is sure to be a Christmas Carol concert performed onboard a vintage Paddle Steamer!
ITINERARY
Monday - Early morning start from Dorset with comfort breaks as appropriate to arrive Drymen early evening. Porterage of bags - A welcome drink - Dinner with wine - Free bar.
Tuesday - "Christmas Eve" in Edinburgh - Today we head to Scotland's capital city to explore the sights and enjoy some shopping on its elegant streets . A packed lunch is provided. Back at the hotel there is a cream tea waiting for you in the conservatory. Dinner in the restaurant - Free Bar - Live musical entertainment into the night.
Wednesday - "Christmas Day" Morning free to enjoy pretty Drymen. Soup and sandwich lunch at hotel. This afternoon drive to Loch Katrine and board the world-famous vintage steam ship "Sir Walter Scott" - at 120 years old she exudes a historic elegance on this stunning loch. We shall be regaled by live carol singers during our voyage - an unforgettable experience. This evening brace yourself for a traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings - Visit from Santa - Free Bar - a Scottish weaponry display with swords, kilts and story-telling.
Thursday - "New Years Eve" Morning visit to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum near Glasgow - 22 themed galleries displaying over 8000 items. Packed lunch included. In the afternoon move onto the city centre to enjoy the culture, style, shops and museums. Back at the hotel this evening there is a traditional "Hogmanay" dinner and Scottish show - Free bar.
Friday - A farewell hot toddy before departure from the hotel - heading homewards with comfort breaks as required, to return to Dorset that evening.
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
The Winnock Hotel, Drymen
Formerly a coaching inn and lovingly restored to a comfortable 3 star standard while still retaining its historic charm. The Winnock provides 70 beautiful bedrooms, all equipped with private bathroom with toiletries, hairdryer, satellite TV, phone, iron/board, tea tray and free wifi. The Merlin Restaurant provides traditional British specialities with a Scottish breakfast, packed lunch if on tour or soup & sandwich lunch at the hotel, and a 3 course evening dinner with wine included. The Ptarmigan Bar features a log fire and offers a free bar from 7:30pm to 10:30 pm each evening for up to £15 worth* of alcoholic drinks per guest (selected brands). No lift but only ground and first floor rooms.
Tour Price: ONLY £569.00 Per Person
Single Room Supplement : £90.00
Price Includes; All coach travel, 4 nights hotel accommodation, 4 x Breakfast & Dinner, 3 x Lunch, Wine with Dinner, Free Bar* (select brands), Themed meals and Entertainment, Paddle steamer cruise with carols, Entry to Kelingrove, Cream Tea, Hot Toddy, Porterage.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
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| Beaminster Area | Convenient local point in Beaminster to be advised |
| Blandford Area | Convenient local point in Blandford to be advised |
| Bournemouth Area | Convenient point in Bournemouth to be advised |
| Branksome Area | Convenient point in Branksome to be advised |
| Bridport Area | Convenient local point in Bridport to be advised |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
| Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
| Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
| Corfe Castle | Convenient point in Corfe Castle to be advised |
| Courtlands | Portland, Courtlands bus stop |
| Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
| Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
| Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
| Ferndown Area | Convenient local point in Ferndown to be advised |
| Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
| Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
| Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
| Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
| Lyme Regis | Convenient local point in Lyme Regis to be advised |
| Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
| Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
| Other Points in Dorset | Phone us to discuss a convenient pick up. |
| Poole Area | Convenient local point in Poole to be advised |
| Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) |
| Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
| Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
| Ringwood Area | Convenient local point in Ringwood to be advised |
| Rodwell | Rodwell Traffic Lights, Rodwell Rd/Rodwell Ave |
| Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| Sherborne Area | Convenient local point in Sherborne to be advised |
| Southwell | Portland, Southwell, Opposite Eight Kings Inn |
| St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
| St Nicholas Church | St Nicholas Church, Buxton Road, Weymouth |
| Sturminster Newton Area | Convenient point in Stur. Newton to be advised |
| Swanage Area | Convenient local point in Swanage to be advised |
| To be advised | To be advised - Approx. 2 weeks before travel |
| Upton Area | Convenient local point in Upton to be advised |
| Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
| Wareham Area | Convenient local point in Wareham to be advised |
| Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
| Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
| Wimborne Area | Convenient local point in Wimborne to be advised |
| Wool Area | Convenient local point in Wool to be advised |
| Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
| Yeovil Area | Convenient local point in Yeovil to be advised |
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