Itinerary
Sun - Travel North arriving at the hotel early evening. Settle into your room before enjoying your evening meal.
Mon - This morning we enjoy a scenic sightseeing drive hugging Loch Ryan’s eastern shore then up the Firth of Clyde coast with views of Ailsa Craig offshore, finally cutting inland to Ayr. While there we visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum dedicated to Scotland’s favourite son and his unique writing. In the afternoon we visit magnificent Culzean Castle, former seat of the Kennedy Clan and cared for by the National Trust for Scotland. Gardens, beaches and a stunning cliff top setting are sure to impress even before we set foot inside where we will find a magnificent oval staircase and a fine collection of paintings.
Tue - We start the day travelling towards Logan Botanic Gardens, Scotland’s most exotic garden. Due to the location’s almost subtropical climate, we can explore fascinating plant treasures from South/Central America, Southern Africa and Australasia. In the afternoon we visit delightful Castle Kennedy Gardens, one of Scotland’s hidden treasures, and home to a historical collection of Rhododendrons, Championship Trees and rare species. Set in 75 acres around the ruins of Castle Kennedy surrounded by the White and Black Lochs, the lily pond is a remarkable sight!
Wed - This morning we journey inland to Galloway Forest Park for a short stop – look out for the Red and Roe deer and the birds of prey patrolling the skies. We continue on to Clatteringshaws Visitor Centre, overlooking the loch of the same name, the perfect spot for refreshments and free time for lunch. As we stroll and take in the lovely views, keep an eye out for the waterfowl who live here. In the afternoon we head to Kitchen Coos & Ewes at High Airyolland Farm for a guided experience of Highland Cows (coos) in their natural environment. After our tour of the farm in our passenger trailer, we return for a sheep shearing demonstration and enjoy a cream tea in the farmhouse kitchen before departing home.
Thu - After breakfast, we make our way home.
Please Note Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the single room allocation on the tour and therefore sole occupancy may incur an additional cost. Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. Itineraries may be subject to change.