Highland Hotel 6 Day Autumn Break
First Day - South
Arrive at the Highland Hotel in time for dinner.
A visit to the Loch Ness Centre
Discover the history of Loch Ness from the ice age to the third millennium in a seven room, themed, automated walk through. Explore the history of the loch and the many mysteries and explorations that have surrounded its past. Learn about the rumours, the hoaxes and the truths and discover what may really live in Loch Ness. Using a highly effective mixture of animations, lasers and special effects, visitors can experience the history of the monster by exploring Scotland’s geological past and folklore. Find out what has been discovered and what research has been done and view some of the actual equipment used to explore and navigate the Loch.
Mallaig
Mallaig is a fishing port in Morar which lies at the end of the evocatively named "Road to the Isles." It is also the terminus for the West Highland Railway from Fort William and the focus for a network of ferry services to Skye, to the Small Isles, to South Uist and to the Knoydart peninsula. In 1841 all that stood at this extreme north-western corner of North Morar was a farmstead known as Mallaigvaig with a population of 23. The owner of the North Morar Estate at the time was Lord Lovat and he divided the farm there into a series of plots with a view to attracting his tenants from the then, more populated parts of the estate along Loch Morar and Loch Nevis to resettle here and take up fishing as an occupation. Mallaig is still, at its heart, a working fishing port and prides itself on its fresh catches including traditionally smoked kippers. Enjoy one of the many short walks around the harbour or soak up the local atmosphere and relax.
Glencoe, Rannoch Moor & Oban
Glencoe is undoubtedly the most popular and scenic glen in Scotland. The sheer scale and grandeur of the landscape is sure to inspire and the turbulent history of the area will fascinate visitors. Then visit nearby Rannoch Moor - one of Scotland's outstanding areas of natural wilderness, before heading to the west coast. The largest town in Argyll & The Isles, Oban is known as the 'Gateway to the Isles' and is the 'Seafood Capital of Scotland'. Oban has a way of drawing out the romantic side of visitors, with its mists that roll in from the sea and the hills which overlook the bay. The most iconic feature within Oban is McCaig's Tower, a Colosseum lookalike that stands above the town and offers wonderful views out west. From seafood to whisky, Oban offers a great range of local produce - all well worth sampling!
Aviemore
Adventure into the glorious Scottish Highlands as you travel north towards Aviemore. The dramatic mountain environments and dark woodlands are some of the most remote wildernesses in Scotland. Located on the doorstep of the Cairngorm National Park, Aviemore is a busy town offering extensive views of the distant mountains.
Last Day
Return home.
- Departure: Monday, October 20, 2025
- Excursions Included
- Half Board
- Nightly Entertainment
- Luxury Coach Travel
- £502.00 Per Person
| Pickup Point | Address | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington | The Dolphin Centre, Opposite the Town Hall, DL1 5RP | 8.30AM |
| Newton Aycliffe | Bus Stop opposite St Clares Church, Central Avenue, DL5 5NT | 8.50AM |
| Bishop Auckland | Bus Station, Stand A, DL14 7QA | 9.10AM |
| Spennymoor | M&Co, High Street, DL16 6AG | 9.30AM |
| Ferryhill Village | Bus Stop opposite Nat West, Main Street, DL17 8JW | 9.40AM |
| West Cornforth | Community Centre, DL17 9LA | 9.45AM |
| Coxhoe | Bus Stop outside Methodist Church, Church Street, (Flowers by Michell, formerly Hazels), DH6 4DD | 9.50AM |
| Durham | Bus Stop outside student accommodation, Sutton Street, junction on North Road, DH1 4RX | 10.00AM |
| Chester le Street | Front Street, Bus Stop F, outside Poundland, (where the co-op used to be), DH3 3AW | 10.15AM |
| Consett | Barclays Bank, Front Street, DH8 5AH | 10.45AM |