Ardgartan Hotel 7 Day Great Days of Steam
First Day
Arrive at the Ardgartan Hotel in time for dinner.
Edinburgh
Scotland’s Capital seamlessly blends old and new, making it a fabulous city to explore. The Castle and the Royal Mile are steeped in history and Scottish culture. Holyrood Palace lies in the heart of the city alongside the new Scottish Parliament building and it is the combination of ancient and modern that makes Edinburgh such a vibrant place to visit. This bustling city offers a wide variety of shops, food and drink, as well as some of the best city views in Europe.
Enjoy a sailing on the world's last sea-going paddle steamer - the Waverley!
One of the most iconic and historic ships – Waverley is the last sea-going paddle steamer in the world. Magnificently restored to her former glory with towering funnels, timber decks, gleaming varnish and brass. You can see and hear the mighty steam engines as the Waverley glides through the sea, giving passengers a glimpse of by-gone times.
Enjoy a scenic train ride on the Fort William to Mallaig Railway Line
Regarded as one of the world’s most magnificent diesel railway journeys, this day trip will take you from Fort William to Mallaig and over the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The trip begins near Ben Nevis, Great Britain’s highest mountain, before heading west to Arisaig. The railway line then passes close by the deepest freshwater Loch in Britain, Loch Morar, and the shortest river in Britain, River Morar. Finally, the train passes alongside Loch Nevis, the deepest seawater Loch in Europe. - Please note the train journey may be in reverse order.
Oban
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!
Cruise Loch Katrine on the Sir Walter Scott steamship!
Soak up the spectacular scenery of Loch Katrine and enjoy a cruise on board the famous Sir Walter Scott steamship. A cruise is the perfect way to enjoy the romantic landscapes and timeless beauty of the Trossachs. The Sir Walter Scott is a historic ship and has been cruising on these waters since 1900. Named after the author Sir Walter Scott, who played a huge part in romanticising Loch Katrine in his poem Lady of the Lake.
Last Day
Return home.
Ardgartan Hotel, Loch Long
With its impressive glass-fronted foyer offering panoramic views down Loch Long, this stunning hotel must be seen to be believed.
- Comfortable, well furnished en-suite bedrooms with tea making facilities, TV and radio
- Lounge bar
- Function room with nightly entertainment
- Two lifts that service all bedrooms
- Disabled rooms
Ardgartan Hotel, Loch Long
With its impressive glass-fronted foyer offering panoramic views down Loch Long, this stunning hotel must be seen to be believed.
- Comfortable, well furnished en-suite bedrooms with tea making facilities, TV and radio
- Lounge bar
- Function room with nightly entertainment
- Two lifts that service all bedrooms
- Disabled rooms
- Sunday, July 26, 2026
- What’s Included: hotel stay, daily excursions, breakfast and dinner, luxury coach travel and nightly entertainment.
- £760 Per Person
Pickup Points & Times
| Pickup Point | Address | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Royston | Bus Stop outside Tesco Extra, Old North Road, SG8 5UA | 5.30AM |
| Melbourn | Bus Stop, High Street, Near Vicarage Close, SG8 6DZ | 5.35AM |
| Harston | Bus Stop, High Street,opposite Post Office & Stores, CB22 7PX | 5.40AM |
| Cambridge | Bus Stop outside Police Station, Parkside, CB1 1JF | 6.00AM |
| Cambridge Services | 'Extra' Services on the A14 at Junction 24A (Coach parking area), CB23 4WU | 6.15AM |
| Hemingford Grey | Bus stop with shelter on London Road (beside Field Lodge Care Home) PE27 5WZ | 6.30AM |
| St Ives | Bus Stop with Shelter (next to Shell Garage) Drop -off point is opposite, Houghton Road, PE27 6RH | 6.35AM |
| Huntingdon | Bus Station, PE29 3AX | 7.00AM |
| Peterborough | Queensgate Bus Station bay 16, PE1 1LU | 7.45AM |
| Peterborough Services | 'Extra' Services on the A1 at junction 17 (A.605) (Coach parking area), PE7 3UQ | 8.15AM |