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The Inner Hebrides - Mull, Iona & Skye
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Scotland
Tobermory, Isle of Mull Eilean Donan Castle
The Inner Hebrides - Mull, Iona & Skye
2nd - 8th September 7 Day Tour
The Islands of Mull, Iona and Skye, dotted along the West Coast of Scotland, are better
known as the Inner Hebrides. The island way of life and indeed the pace of life is a
million miles from the hustle and bustle of Glasgow and Edinburgh. We spend two
nights on both the Isle of Mull and the Isle of Skye to allow us to really experience the
islands, their people and their traditions. This tour is going to be very popular so be
sure to book early!
Mon 2nd: Letterkenny - Belfast - Stranraer - Glasgow
After sailing to Stranraer, we stop at the mystifying ‘Electric Brae’ and Robbie Burns’
Cottage, before arriving in Glasgow.
Tues 3rd: Glasgow – Loch Lomond – Oban – Isle of Mull
We visit Luss and Inverary this morning, en-route to the harbour town of Oban. Here
we enjoy some free time before boarding our afternoon ferry to the Isle of Mull for our
two night stay.
Wed 4th: Day Tour of Mull and Iona
Today we visit the tranquil island of Iona, best know as the place St. Colmcille chose
to build his monastery. We also take in some of the sights of the Isle of Mull itself
including a visit and tour of Duart’s Castle.
Thurs 5th: Isle of Mull - Glenfinnan - Mallaig - Isle of Skye
This morning we leave the Isle of Mull and make our way along the “Road to the Isles”,
taking in Glenfinnan, before catching the ferry to the Isle of Skye for our next two
nights.
Fri 6th: Day Tour of Skye – Dunvegan Castle - Portree
Today we enjoy a full day on the Isle of Skye including a visit to Dunvegan Castle and
some free time in Portree, the capital town on the island.
Sat 7th: Isle of Skye – Kyle of Lochalsh – Glencoe - Glasgow
This morning we leave the Isle of Skye, via the road bridge to the Kyle of Lochalsh
and the famous Eilean Donan Castle. This afternoon we pass through the spectactular
rugged beauty of Glencoe as we make our way back to Glasgow for the final night of
our tour.
Sun 8th: Glasgow – Stranraer – Belfast - Letterkenny
This morning we leave the Scottish Capital and make our way to Stranraer for our
afternoon sailing to Belfast.
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Price: ?799pps
Price includes:
(?125 extra for single room)
• 6 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
in 3 & 2 Star Hotels
• Return Ferry Crossing on Irish Sea
• Ferry to and from Isle of Mull
• Ferry to Isle of Skye
• Local guide in Skye
• Visit to Duart Castle, Isle of Mull
• Visit to Dunvegan Castle, Isle of Skye
• 7 Days Coach Tour
with Mangan Tours Driver/Guide
(Executive Class coach, not Gold Service)
Accommodation:
The Isle of Mull Hotel, Isle of Mull (3*)
This 3 star superior hotel is located near the port
of Craignure, enjoying spectacular views. The
hotel has 86 tastefully appointed bedrooms,
restaurant, bar, and a superb health & leisure
club with swimming pool, sauna, steam room,
and gym. There is no lift but ground floor rooms
are available.
Dunollie Hotel, Broadford,
Isle of Skye (2*)
The 2 Star Dunollie Hotel is due to become a
3 star hotel in January 2013 following total
refurbishment. There are 86 bedrooms, no lift
but ground floor bedrooms are available.
Erskine Bridge Hotel, Erskine,
Glasgow (3*) First night
Glynhill Hotel, Renfrew,
Glasgow (3*) Last night
Journey Through The Lakes & Dales
Journey Through The Lakes & Dales
12th – 17th September 6 Day Tour
This 6 day tour combines two wonderful parts of England - ‘The Lake District’ and ‘The
Yorkshire Dales’. We spend the first 2 nights in Kendal, visiting the many beautiful lakes
that draw millions of tourists every year. We then cross over the Pennines, exploring
Yorkshire’s beautiful Dales from our central base in the City of York.
Thur 12th: Letterkenny - Belfast - Cairnryan – Kendal
From Cairnryan we take a scenic journey along the Scottish borders and then south to
the town of Kendal and the Riverside Hotel, our home for the next 2 nights.
Fri 13th: Keswick - Northern Lakes
This morning we take a leisurely drive past the home of William Wordsworth before
visiting the market town of Keswick. In the afternoon we tour the Northern Lakes
including Ullswater, returning via the spectacular Kirkstone Pass.
Sat 14th: Lake Windermere - Boat Cruise - Pateley Bridge - York
“A morning in the lakes and an afternoon in the Dales”. We start the day with a visit to
the beautiful Bowness-on-Windermere, where we board our lake cruiser for a trip to
the southern shore. Here we rejoin the coach for our journey through the rolling dales,
stopping at the quaint village of Pateley Bridge, home of Britain’s oldest sweet shop.
This evening we arrive at our hotel in the centre of the City of York.
Sun 15th: Esholt (Emmerdale) - Harrogate
Today we visit the village of Esholt, used for the exterior filming of “Emmerdale”. The
village is no longer used for filming as the crew have now moved to a purpose built set,
but the village is still popular with fans wanting to see the pub formally used as the
Woolpack, and other buildings associated with the series. We spend the afternoon in
the award winning floral town of Harrogate, while here why not enjoy a cuppa in the
famous Betty’s Tea Room!
Mon 16th: Free Day in York
The beautiful medieval city of York has 2000 years of history in one compact city. With
our hotel’s central location we can really enjoy this viking city, whether it’s a visit to
the gothic cathedral, York Minster, admiring the city’s olde-style buildings, taking a
relaxing boat cruise on the River Ouse or indulging in a spot of shopping. Perhaps join
one of the city’s famous “Ghost Walks” tonight, if you dare!
Tue 17th: York - Cairnryan - Belfast - Letterkenny
We cross over the Pennines as we travel back to Gretna Green before making our way
to Cairnryan to get the ferry back to Belfast. We arrive back in Letterkenny at approx.
8.00pm with fond memories, new friends and stories to tell.
Price includes:
• Return Fast Ferry Crossing
Belfast – Cairnryan
• 2 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
in 3 Star Riverside Hotel, Kendal
• 3 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
in 3 Star Park Inn by Radisson, York
• Boat Trip on Lake Windermere
• 6 Days Coach Tour
with Mangan Tours Driver/Guide
Accommodation:
England
Boats on Shore of Lake Windermere Yorkshire Dales
Price: ?599pps
(?160 extra for single room)
The Riverside Hotel, Kendal
As the name suggests, this charming hotel
enjoys a fabulous riverside location, with the
shops and local attractions of Kendal only a
short walk across the bridge. The hotel has 47
bedrooms, all with TV, hairdryer, tea/coffee
making facilities. You can make use of the
full leisure facilities including swimming pool,
sauna, steam room and full gym.
Park Inn by Radisson, York
Overlooking the River Ouse, the Park Inn by
Radisson is located in the centre of York.
Facilities in the 200 bright and airy bedrooms
include wi-fi access, tea/coffee-making
facilities, modern bathrooms, and a 24-hour
room service menu. Some rooms have views
overlooking the river. The shopping district
and the many fantastic sights including York
Minster, The Shambles and York Cathedral are
just a 5-minute walk away.
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