A Castle on the Shores of Loch Fyne

A Castle On The Shores Of Loch Fyne

(Tour code: KCS17)

Take in a stunning, unspoilt region by rail

Set in idyllic, undiscovered surroundings overlooking picturesque Loch Fyne, a 19th century Baronial Castle awaits you on this magnificent tour. Cruise the open waters to the southernmost island of the Inner Hebrides, explore nearby Oban and Inveraray, and sample the renowned locally-sourced produce.

Tour Highlights

Glasgow
Oban
The West Highland Line
Isle of Islay
Arduaine Gardens
Mount Stuart
Bowmore Distillery
Inveraray Castle
Inveraray Town

What’s Included (Full details)

Standard Class Rail
Heritage Rail Excursions
4* Hotel Accommodation
Breakfast Every Day
Evening Meals
Optional Bag Concierge

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Departure Times

On many of our UK & Ireland tours, you may check in at the first hotel on your itinerary anytime after 14:00; your Tour Manager will be available between 16:00 and 18:00. However, if you are arriving later, you can meet your Tour Manager before dinner from 19:00.

Day 1

Meeting in Glasgow

Our tour begins in the bustling city of Glasgow at the 4-Star Indigo Hotel, where we also have dinner tonight.

Includes:

Dinner

Day 2

Glasgow to Stonefield Castle

Today we enjoy a journey on one of the world's most spectacular scenic railway lines, travelling on the West Highland Line to Oban. Later, we travel by coach to Stonefield Castle. We spend four nights here.

Includes:

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3

Islay and Bowmore Distillery

This morning we sail from nearby Kennacraig to the beautiful Isle of Islay, the southernmost island in the Inner Hebrides. We transfer through the craggy grassy plains to Bowmore, where we enjoy a guided tour of the Distillery.

Includes:

Breakfast, Dinner
Excursion

Day 4

Mount Stuart

Today we take the short ferry crossing to the Isle of Bute to visit one of the world's most spectacular Victorian Gothic mansions, Mount Stuart. We enjoy an afternoon tea here, relaxing in the charming grounds of this Heritage home.

Includes:

Breakfast, Dinner
Excursion
Afternoon tea

Day 5

Inveraray Castle and Arduaine Gardens

On today's excursion we enjoy a scenic drive to Inveraray Castle, the imposing, turreted ancestral home of the Dukes of Argyll. In the afternoon, we take a coach to Arduaine to visit the famous Arduaine Gardens. The wonderful coastal gardens provide a fantastic chance to stroll through lush woodland and meadows of vivid colour. The garden is particularly renowned for its Rhododendron display, which attracts enthusiasts of the species from the world over.

Includes:

Breakfast, Dinner
Excursions

Days 6-7

Return to Glasgow

Today we transfer by coach to Oban at the edge of the Highlands. From here we retrace our route to Glasgow, enjoying another spectacular journey on the West Highland Line. After breakfast on Day 7, the tour concludes.

Includes:

Excursion
Day 6 - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7 - Breakfast

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A Castle On The Shores Of Loch Fyne

Itinerary

Hotels & Trains

Optional Extras

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Meeting in Glasgow

Glasgow to Stonefield Castle

Islay and Bowmore Distillery

Mount Stuart

Inveraray Castle and Arduaine Gardens

Return to Glasgow

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