Join like-minded, solo travellers on this special break to the stunning west coast of Scotland. Explore the Ayrshire coast, visit the cliff-top Culzean Castle, enjoy a day on the fascinating Isle of Bute, and visit pretty Rothesay with its lovely harbour and Gin Distillery!
5 days from £669pp £1,338 for 2 people No Single Room Supplement
Book NowLocal departure by coach or Home Connect Service, before continuing to Scotland and the Riverside Lodge Hotel in Irvine for four nights.
This morning, we head along the Firth of Clyde to Wemyss Bay. Here, we join the ferry over to Rothesay, with free time to explore this Victorian resort with its gardens, shoreline walks and pleasant eateries – plus the wonderful gin distillery!
Later, the day continues with a tour of the island, which is 15 miles long and 4 miles wide, passing Ettrick Bay, which boasts a mile of golden sand. We also see Scalpsie Bay, which is home to over 200 seals.
We then return back to the mainland and the hotel where you can enjoy a pre dinner drink with your fellow travellers.
Our first stop will be the Glasgow Riverside Museum, which houses the city’s fabulous transport and technology collections which have been gathered over the centuries. They reflect the important part Glasgow has played in the world through its contributions to heavy industries like shipbuilding, train manufacturing and engineering. It also offers a classic car collection and fabulous tall ship to explore.
You will then have free time in the city centre, so why not try the hop on hop off bus tour to see the main sights? Glasgow cathedral is worth a visit and, if more museums are your thing, the city has so much choice!
with an extra experience
This morning, we head south along the Ayrshire, taking in the sea views across the Firth to Arran to visit Culzean Castle. Perched on the cliff overlooking the Firth of Clyde, this former home of the Marquess of Ailsa, the chief of Clan Kennedy, is now owned by the National Trust for Scotland.
Entrance to the castle is included, which boasts one of the largest collections of British military flintlock pistols in the world. The elegant rooms and bustling kitchen, all filled with the artefacts of Culzean Castle’s history, are also a fascinating visit, The castle walled garden is one of the largest in Scotland and provides fruit and vegetables for the Home Farm Kitchen which is an ideal place to have lunch.
This afternoon we continue our tour of the Ayrshire coast with stops at Ayr before heading to the pretty village of Alloway with time to roam the home of Scotland’s most famous poet – Robert Burns.
After breakfast, we start our return journey home.
Location: 46 Annick Road, Irvine, KA11 4LD
The 4-star Riverside Lodge Hotel is located in Ayrshire, which is famous for its historical castles and is the country birthplace of Robert Burns in Alloway. The area is surrounded by beautiful landscapes, and world-class landmarks such as the Royal Troon golf course are nearby. Relax in the comfortable, contemporary rooms and enjoy delicious meals in the on-site restaurant, the Riverside Bar & Grill. The hotel also features a cocktail bar and stylish lounge – perfect for unwinding with after-dinner drinks.Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can
