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Argyll Highlander & the Isle of Bute - Scotland
Coach Tours - 8 Days

Tour Highlights
� Isle of Bute tour � Rothesay � Oban � Kyles of Bute
� Tighnabruaich � Inveraray � Loch Lomond � Luss � Lochs and mountains of Argyll

Dunoon, rightly known as the �Gateway to the Highlands�, relies on its delightful setting on the Firth of Clyde and the sheer beauty of the Cowal Peninsula to enchant its visitors.The resort itself boasts two fine bays, beautiful parks, and a four-mile long promenade that provides some of the most perfect level walks.This, together with visits to Loch Lomond, the spectacular highlands and islands of Argyll, and a journey over to the lovely Isle of Bute, make this holiday a wonderful choice in every way.

Argyll Highlander & the Isle of Bute - Holiday Itinerary

SATURDAY
From local departure points we journey north for an overnight stop.

SUNDAY
Across the Scottish border through the hills to reach Gourock for our short ferry sailing across the Firth of Clyde to Dunoon, staying at the Esplanade Hotel for five nights.

MONDAY
A day to relax and explore Dunoon at your leisure.

TUESDAY
A half day tour by the Rest and be Thankful Pass to Arrochar, on Loch Long, and the shores of bonnie Loch Lomond, with a stop at the picturesque village of Luss - reputedly the prettiest in Scotland.

WEDNESDAY
Discovering more of Argyll�s beautiful scenery on a full day tour, beside Loch Eck to the shores of Loch Fyne and Inveraray, planned in the 18th century by the Duke of Argyll, then through a mountainous landscape, to Oban, a major Scottish tourist centre and ferry port for the Hebrides, overlooked by McCaig�s Tower, an imitation of the Colosseum at Rome.

THURSDAY
A memorable day, by winding roads through the hills, and by ferry across the scenic Kyles of Bute, to explore the Isle of Bute. We have a sightseeing stop at the principal town of Rothesay, which has a charming old fashioned atmosphere, then take a circular tour round the island before returning to the mainland. Next we follow a road which is renowned as one of the most spectacular in Scotland to visit the idyllic coastal hamlet of Tighnabruaich, where sailing is the principal activity.

FRIDAY
Return by ferry across the Firth of Clyde to leave Scotland behind for an overnight stop in the north of England.

SATURDAY
Our tour draws to a close with the journey homeward.

Esplanade Hotel

THIS FAMILY RUN hotel is situated directly on West Bay Promenade with views over the bay and within walking distance of Dunoon Pier. There is a dining room, lounge with sun terrace, Malt cellar and gardens, and all of the well appointed bedrooms feature private facilities, television, direct dial telephone and tea and coffee making facilities.

� Full breakfast and four course evening dinner plus tea or coffee
� Entertainment every evening, including one Scottish night
� Lift
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Argyll Highlander & the Isle of Bute - 2008 Tour Code DUE
Grand UK Brochure Price in Black Travel 55 Discount Price in Red
June 14	£389 £362	August 9	£389 £362
July 26	£389 £362
What's included - • Free local joining points • All coach travel • Reserved seats on tour coaches • Return ferry crossings • Hotel accommodation and board as stated • Complete luggage handling • Itinerary as stated • Admission fees and entertainment if stated • Grand UK Tour Manager • Holiday insurance cover Prices £'s per person. Half board. Supplement for single room: nil. Private facilities: included.

Reserved Coach Seats
YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY to choose the coach seat of your choice which is yours from the moment you join your tour coach. Seat numbers are not allocated on regional transfer services. In most cases on coaches equipped with a rear mounted WC, seats 23 and 24 move to the driver�s side of the vehicle, whilst seats 45 and 46 move one seat forward of the rear seat.
Please note that SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED ON COACHES. Passengers who do smoke will have ample opportunity to do so at the comfort stops en route.

Joining Points
On most of our coach holidays you can choose from more than 360 (200 for departure code C tours) convenient local joining points across Southern England, East Anglia and the South West, the Midlands, London and the Home Counties.