Loch Awe Hotel 5 Day Mountains & Mistletoe
First Day - South
Arrive at the Loch Awe Hotel in time for dinner.
Christmas Eve
Begin Christmas Eve with a trip to Inveraray. Overlooking the still waters of Loch Fyne, Inveraray is the most iconic town in Argyll. Founded in 1745, Inveraray is a classic example of an 18th century planned town and the Georgian architecture remains unspoilt. Journey to Arrochar through the stunning ‘Rest and Be Thankful’ for an included lunch at our Ardgartan Hotel before returning to the Loch Awe Hotel for a complimentary sherry reception, dinner and entertainment.
Christmas Day
Lying in the shadow of Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, Fort William is the ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’ and boasts some of the most spectacular scenery in the Highlands. Fort William lies along the banks of Loch Linnhe and is the main town in Lochaber but is just a short distance from spectacular Glencoe and Rannoch Moor. 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 and rugged beauty. After a day of exploring, a traditional Christmas dinner will be served at the hotel followed by live entertainment.
New Year’s Eve
Explore the beautiful Royal Burgh of Stirling where for centuries monarchs ruled from its strategic castle and where merchants operated below castle rock. Stirling is Scotland’s heritage capital, and the Wars of Independence were fought and won here. The city has been carefully preserved and the history of Scotland lives on through the architecture and local landmarks. The castle sits majestically above the busy city and its regal splendour remains unchanged. The coach will drop those wishing to visit the castle off and then you will walk through the cobbled streets of the Old Town to meet the coach in the town centre. The National Wallace Monument stands at 220ft and overlooks the scene of one of Scotland’s most famous battle sites, The Battle of Stirling Bridge, which was led by the famous William Wallace. The theme tonight is New Year’s Eve and there will be a candlelit dinner and a Hogmanay party to celebrate!
Last Day
Return home.
Loch Awe Hotel, Loch Awe Village
This hotel offers unrivalled vistas over Loch Awe showcasing the best of Scotland.
- Comfortable, well furnished en-suite bedrooms with tea making facilities, TV and radio
- Lounge bar
- Function room with nightly entertainment
- Reception seating area
- Lift service to most bedrooms
Loch Awe Hotel, Loch Awe Village
This hotel offers unrivalled vistas over Loch Awe showcasing the best of Scotland.
- Comfortable, well furnished en-suite bedrooms with tea making facilities, TV and radio
- Lounge bar
- Function room with nightly entertainment
- Reception seating area with open fire lit during the winter months
- Lift service to most bedrooms
- Friday, December 11, 2026
- What’s Included: hotel stay, daily excursions, breakfast and dinner, luxury coach travel and nightly entertainment.
- £376 Per Person
Pickup Points & Times
| Pickup Point | Address | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Shoeburyness | Bus Stop, Blackgate Road at Qinetic MOD Gates, SS3 9SR | 5.00AM |
| Southend on Sea - Southchurch | Outside the Walnut Tree, Junction Southchurch Road & Listan Way, SS2 4XB | 5.15AM |
| Southend on Sea - London Road | Bus Stop, outside Park Tavern, 124 London Road, , opposite Sanctos, SS1 1PQ | 5.35AM |
| Westcliff-on-Sea | Palace Theatre, London Road, SS0 9LQ | 5.45AM |
| Chalkwell Park | Bus Layby London Road Opposite South Bourne Grove, SS0 8NB | 5.46AM |
| Leigh-on-Sea | The Elms Hotel Coach Stop, SS9 3ND | 5.50AM |
| Hadleigh Essex | Coach Stop, 284 Kiln Road, SS7 1QT. Drop off outside Bus Station, SS7 2QP | 5.55AM |
| South Benfleet | Coach Stop, London Road (opp. Clare Road) Sadlers Farm, SS7 5TL - Drop off outside Co-op opposite Tarpots pub, SS7 5UH | 6.00AM |
| Basildon | Southernhay Bus Station, Stand V, SS14 1BZ | 6.15AM |
| Stanford-Le-Hope | Bus Shelter outside St. Clere's Golf Club Rookery Corner, SS17 0LX | 6.30AM |
| Grays | Bus Stop before Oak Public House, Lodge Lane, RM17 5RY | 6.45AM |
| Birchanger Services | (M11 Junction 8) Birchanger Services, CM23 5QZ | 7.45AM |
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