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Dodds of Troon | 4 East Road, Ayr, KA8 9BA
01292 288100 | info@doddsoftroon.com

Dodds Coach Holidays | 24 Central Avenue, Gretna, DG16 5AS
01461 337799 | coachholidays@doddsoftroon.com

Western Highlands and Skye

Western Highlands and Skye

Scotland’s Western Highlands are a remote region with dramatic landscapes of mountains, deep glens and crystal-clear lochs. Rich in Celtic culture, the Western Highlands offer an enchanting Scottish experience.

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Price Includes (all details are subject to change):

 

  • four nights dinner, bed and breakfast

  • single diesel train journey on the west coast line

  • three excursions

  • return ferry fare from N Ireland (£40 supplement)

 

Alexandra Hotel, Fort William

 

Set on the shores of Loch Linnhe and Loch Eil, the Alexandra is just a few minutes’ walk from the high street. Due to the age and nature of this grand old building, all bedrooms are individual in size and shape. (lift)

 

Day One

Depart from your selected joining point and travel to Fort William. Comfort stops will be made en-route.

Day Two

Take the scenic journey through the stunning Western Highlands, stopping for photos of Eilean Donan Castle, a renowned filming location. Then, cross the Skye Bridge to the 'misty' Isle of Skye, where you can soak in the magnificent landscapes and explore the charming capital, Portree.

Day Three

Capture photos at the iconic Commando Memorial Monument with panoramic views and visit the lovely village of Spean Bridge. On to Neptunes Staircase, a stunning flight of eight locks on the Caledonian Canal before returning to the hotel.

Day Four

Today, our coach will transport you to the bustling fishing port of Mallaig, before boarding a diesel train for a picturesque journey back to Fort William. Along the way, enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Loch Nevis, Loch Morar and of course the majestic Ben Nevis. This tranquil journey also crosses the iconic 21-arched Glenfinnan Viaduct, renowned from the Harry Potter films, which offers stunning views of the Jacobite Monument. The rest of the day can be spent in the Highland Town of Fort William.

Day Five

After breakfast you leave Fort William and travel home. Comfort stops will be made en-route.

Please Note

It may be necessary under certain circumstances for these excursions to be operated on different days to those shown.

Holiday Itinerary

 

For full Itinerary click here

For full Trading Charter and Booking Conditions click here

 

Not every holiday will suit your mobility needs and some are not suitable for persons using walking aids/wheelchairs etc.  Please ask a member of staff for details should you have any concerns regarding suitability.

 

The deposit required at the time of booking for all holidays is £30 per person, payable on acceptance of the booking and full payment is required 42 days prior to departure (exact date is stated on your confirmation invoice).

TRAVEL WITH US AND YOU CAN PARK YOUR CAR AT THE STENA LINE TERMINAL, BELFAST FOR ONLY £30. To reduce travel time, separate vehicles or taxis may be used to convey passengers to join our holiday coach.

TRAVEL WITH US AND YOU CAN PARK YOUR CAR AT THE STENA LINE TERMINAL, BELFAST FOR ONLY £30.

To reduce travel time, separate vehicles or taxis may be used to convey passengers to join our holiday coach.

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Name Address Times
Ayr Dodds Depot Ayr, Dodds Depot, 4 East Road
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Ayr NEW Ayr, Douglas Street Bus Stop, Outside Bus Station
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Belfast Stena Belfast - Stena Line Victoria Terminal 4,
West Bank Road (Cairnryan)
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Carlisle Asda Carlisle Asda
Bus Layby, Chandler Way
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Coleraine Coleraine, Lodge Hotel, Outside Front Door
CLIENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO PARK AT THE HOTEL.
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Dumfries Dumfries, Whitesands, Coach Bay near Suspension
Bridge. (If Whitesands Closed, Brooms Rd Car Park)
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Girvan Girvan, Hamilton Arms Hotel
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Glengormley Glengormley, Corrs Corner Roundabout
Larne Road Side.
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Gretna Gretna Main Bus Stop
Annan Road
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Gretna Green Gretna Green, Gretna Hall Hotel, Front steps
Please park in the overflow parking space
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Lockerbie Lockerbie, The Townhead Hotel
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Moffat Moffat, The Balmoral Hotel
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Newton Stewart Newton Stewart, The Crown Hotel
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Newtownards Newtownards, Circular Road
McDonalds Car Park
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Stranraer Stranraer
Bus Stop Opposite Police Station
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