Ayrshire Coast and Gardens

At a Glance

5 Days | 4 Nights | Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine | Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | Island Ferry Crossings and Historic Castles | Door to Door Service

 

Why You’ll Love This Holiday

Discover the stunning beauty of Scotland’s Ayrshire coastline on this relaxing holiday combining scenic islands, elegant castles and breathtaking coastal landscapes.

 

Based in the popular resort town of Irvine, this holiday offers the perfect opportunity to experience some of south-west Scotland’s most picturesque scenery and historic attractions.

 

Enjoy a delightful ferry crossing to Great Cumbrae, a peaceful island just off the Ayrshire coast where quiet roads, coastal views and charming scenery create a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere.

 

You will also visit the spectacular Culzean Castle, dramatically perched high above the cliffs overlooking the Firth of Clyde. Explore its grand interiors and beautiful gardens while learning about the fascinating history of Clan Kennedy during an included “Face to Face with the Past” character tour.

 

Another highlight is the excursion to the beautiful Isle of Arran, often described as “Scotland in Miniature” thanks to its ever-changing landscapes of mountains, coastlines and forests. Included is admission to the impressive Brodick Castle and Gardens, perfectly positioned beneath the dramatic backdrop of Goatfell.

 

Combined with time at leisure in Troon and stunning coastal touring throughout, this holiday offers a wonderful blend of scenery, heritage and relaxation.

 

Your Hotel – Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine

Set within its own attractive grounds on the outskirts of Irvine, the Riverside Lodge Hotel offers comfortable accommodation and an excellent base for exploring the Ayrshire coast.

 

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

• Convenient Door to Door pick-up from your home

• Elite coach travel throughout

• 4 nights’ dinner and bed and breakfast

• Tea, coffee and shortbread on arrival at the hotel

• All bedrooms with en-suite facilities

• Friendly and experienced driver

 

Included Visits and Experiences

• Return ferry crossing from Largs to Great Cumbrae

• Admission to Culzean Castle and Gardens

• Admission to Brodick Castle and Gardens

• Return ferry crossing from Ardrossan to Brodick

• 45-minute “Face to Face with the Past” character tour at Culzean Castle

• Free time in Troon

About the Destination

Scotland’s Ayrshire coast combines dramatic sea views, charming seaside towns and beautiful island scenery with a rich and fascinating history.

 

From the rugged coastline surrounding Culzean Castle to the peaceful beauty of Great Cumbrae and the Isle of Arran, this region offers a wonderful variety of landscapes and attractions to enjoy at a relaxed pace.

 

About the Experience

This holiday combines scenic ferry journeys, island exploration, historic castles and coastal touring to create a wonderfully varied Scottish escape.

 

Enjoy leisurely sightseeing, spectacular views across the Firth of Clyde and plenty of opportunities to relax and soak up the atmosphere of Scotland’s beautiful west coast.

 

Your Hotel – Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine

The Riverside Lodge Hotel is a modern and welcoming hotel offering comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities in a convenient Ayrshire location.

 

Hotel Features

• Restaurant and bar

• Free Wi-Fi

• Television

• Tea and coffee facilities

• Hairdryer

• Ground floor rooms available

• Modern low-rise layout

• Comfortable lounge areas

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