Experience the Delights of the Isle of Bute

Isle of Bute - View on map

5 Days
Monday 28th April to Friday 2nd May

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Description

Known for its natural beauty, rich history, and charming communities, Bute offers a delightful escape for visitors seeking tranquillity and exploration. The north of the island is rugged and hilly with extensive forests whilst the south is much gentler and calm. Five lovely beaches can be found on the western side of the island with breath-taking views of the Sound of Bute. Renowned for its stunning gardens, from the vibrant 300 acres and woodland at Mount Stuart to the immaculate bedding displays, aviary and glasshouses at Ardencraig Gardens. The main town of the island is lovely Rothesay, dating back from the 13th century, steeped in history with a magnificent castle, its classic Victorian seafront, promenade and pier offer wonderful views out to sea.

Set in an outstanding position above its own terraced gardens, the Glenburn Hotel enjoys a superb panorama across the waters of Rothesay Bay to the Cowal Peninsula. Each en suite bedroom, offers flat screen TV , hairdryer, telephone, toiletries and hospitality tray. There is a Passenger lift.

DATES

Monday 28th April to Friday 2nd May

BASIS

Dinner, Bed & Breakfast 3-star hotel

SUPPLEMENTS

Single supplement: Nil
Very limited availability
Sole occupancy of a double/twin room:
£118pp Sea view supplement: £94 per room
Deposit: £50pp
Balance payable: 28th February

INCLUSIONS

Luxury Executive Coach

4 nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Porterage

Welcome Tea/coffee after dinner

Excursions as detailed

Ferry from Wemyss Bay to Rothesay and return

Entrance to Mount Stewart House and Gardens

Itinerary

Day 1 -

Departing our local area, we journey to Scotland with suitable comfort breaks en route to Wemyss Bay for our ferry crossing to Rothesay. On arrival in Rothesay, we travel to the Glenburn Hotel for our stay.

Day 2 -

Today is a day at leisure, with so much to see on this wonderful island. Walk along the promenade, visit the Tourist Office and Visitor’s Centre, Bute Museum, Rothesay Castle, Bute Yard and the Distillery, along with its independent shops, cafes and Victorian atmosphere and much more.

Day 3 -

Today we depart for Mount Stewart House, which is set within 300 acres of gardens and grounds including a private beach. After our visit we explore the south of the island to Kingarth and Kilchatton Bay, before a scenic drive across the island via Loch Fad prior to returning to the hotel.

Day 4 -

Today we have a beautiful island tour to include Ardscalpsie, (where we may even get a glimpse of the seals), views of the Sound of Bute, Isle of Arran, Inchmarnock Island, Ettrick Bay with views of Kyles of Bute before returning to Port Bannatyne and the hotel.

Day 5 -

Departing the hotel after breakfast, we make our way to the ferry port from Rothesay for our crossing to Wemyss Bay. On arrival, we disembark and make our journey home with suitable comfort breaks en route to arrive late afternoon.