Highland Hotel 7 Day English Lakes & Scottish Lochs
First Day
Travel north, towards Cumbria and the Lake District for your overnight stop in the Lancashire area.
South Lakes
After breakfast we make our way to England's most famous and largest lake, Windermere. There will be a stop in the picturesque town of Bowness, close to the point on the lake where steamers leave for the islands and other shore side settlements. Early afternoon we continue our journey north through Rannoch Moor and Glencoe to our Highland Hotel in Fort William.
Cruise Loch Linnhe and explore Fort William
You are in the true heart of Scotland when you wake up to the floating mists of Loch Linnhe and the distant hills of Sunart. The breath-taking scenery of Lochaber surrounds your historic hotel from which you will take a trip on the only loch that follows the Great Glen Fault, Loch Linnhe. Enjoy breath taking views of Ben Nevis, enjoy the close up views of the Corpach Shipwreck, the entrance to the Caledonian Canal and explore the small Islands and the birdlife around Corpach. Afterwards, explore the outdoor ‘capital’ of Scotland, Fort William.
Visit Eilean Donan Castle & journey over Skye Bridge
Visit Scotland’s most romantic castle – Eilean Donan. Strategically located on its own little island where three great sea lochs meet, this castle offers a glimpse into Scotland’s turbulent history from the rise of Christianity to Viking invasions and Jacobite rebellions! Eilean Donan retains most of its original features including winding hallways and uneven stone steps. We will also journey over the Skye bridge which connects the mainland village of Kyle of Lochalsh to the village of Kyleakin on Skye. - Weather permitting you will be taken on to the Isle of Skye for a photo stop and we will endeavour to try and book a ferry crossing over to Skye. (Please note, this day may be done in reverse).
Inverness
Also known as the ‘Highland Capital’, Inverness is the main city in the Scottish Highlands and although it is one of the fastest growing cities in Europe it still retains its market town atmosphere. Inverness offers a wide range of local produce and shops to explore as well as castles and heritage sites. We will travel via Loch Laggan and through scenic glens into the very heart of Scotland, Aviemore, a popular highland resort and centre for both summer visitors and winter skiers.
Departure Day from Highland Hotel
After breakfast, we make our journey south to Moffat for a lunch stop before continuing towards Lancashire for dinner and overnight stay.
Last Day
After a leisurely breakfast we return home via Snake Pass and Ladybower reservoir for a lunch stop at the Peak District town of Castleton. For the more adventurous there will be chance to climb the hill to Peveril Castle or browse the gift shops for the famous local gemstone "Blue-John".
Highland Hotel, Fort William
A grand Victorian hotel with open fires and wooden panelling, sympathetically modernised to provide comfort and class.
- 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
Highland Hotel, Fort William
A grand Victorian hotel with open fires and wooden panelling, sympathetically modernised to provide comfort and class.
- 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
- Tuesday, June 15, 2027
- What’s Included: hotel stay, daily excursions, breakfast and dinner, luxury coach travel and nightly entertainment.
- £807 Per Person
Pickup Points & Times
| Pickup Point | Address | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Felixstowe | Great Eastern Square, Bus Stop, Hamilton Road, IP11 7DY | 7.00AM |
| Ipswich | Railway Station, IP2 8AJ | 7.30AM |
| Claydon | Crown Public House, Opposite at Bus Stop, IP6 0AR | 7.35AM |
| Stowmarket | Railway Station, IP14 1RQ | 8.00AM |
| Bury St Edmunds | Bus Station, Bay 9, IP33 1TZ | 8.25AM |
| Newmarket | The Oaks Drive Retail Park, (off A.142) entrance to Homebase car park, CB8 7SX | 8.45AM |
| Cambridge Services | 'Extra' Services on the A14 at Junction 24A (Coach parking area), CB23 4WU | 9.15AM |