4 Out of 5 (2 reviews)
Travelling almost as far as you can go in southern Scotland, Portpatrick has a picturesque harbour, framed by dramatic cliffs and pastel-coloured houses. From here we visit the magnificent Culzean Castle and the delightful Castle Kennedy Gardens.
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Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to the Portpatrick Hotel, Portpatrick for four nights.
Excursion starting with a visit to Stranraer. Once a busy ferry port, enjoy a stroll along the waterfront where on a clear day you'll enjoy spectacular views of Ailsa Craig and the Isle of Arran. The town centre is dominated by the castle of St John, with many pavement cafés lining the streets.
We continue to Castle Kennedy Gardens which flank the shattered, ivy-clad remains of a medieval fortress, and are world-famous for their spectacular collection of rhododendrons and magnolias.
Relax with a day at leisure in Portpatrick. Take a stroll into the quiet town, or perhaps take a cliff-top walk along the Southern Upland Way to enjoy views of the spectacular coastline.
Alternatively, join our optional excursion to Galloway Forest Park, where we take a scenic drive to admire the views of the rolling glens and hills and lochs and mountains.
You might be lucky enough to spot some Red Deer.
with an extra experience
This optional excursion is available to pre-book or you can book during your tour.
Travel along the beautiful Ayrshire Coast to visit magnificent Culzean Castle.
This impressive hill-top estate is opulent to the extreme, with spectacular gardens, splendid parkland and a sandy coastline which is dotted with caves. The castle itself is full to the turrets with treasures that tell the stories of the people who have lived there.
Return home.
Our team (based right here in the UK) will be more than happy to talk you through things - just give us a buzz!
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Portpatrick Hotel in Portpatrick.
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Value for Money
1.5 / 5
Carole Widdowson, 2 years ago
First time travelling with Shearings. My husband and I had an amazing time will definately book another holiday with Shearings very soon
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