Dumfries House by Candlelight and Christmas Markets

Get your winter woollies on and kick off your Christmas festivities in Dumfries House and visit the Glasgow and Edinburgh's Christmas Markets

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Description

Dumfries House by Candlelight and Christmas Markets

from

£439

/per person

Departing

Departures on 16/12/2024

Tour Details

Dumfries house is one of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes and best kept heritage secrets, with sumptuous interiors and magnificent furnishings. You will have a private guided tour with the house dressed for Christmas. Afterwards enjoy one of their speciality afternoon teas. Venture to Edinburgh and Glasgow for their famous Christmas Markets. The base for our tour is the Best Western Eglinton Arms Hotel, whish is a modern boutique hotel in the village of Eaglesham 16 miles South of Glasgow. This tour also includes some free time in Edinburgh and Glasgow to enjoy the fabulous Christmas markets and get in the Festive Spirit.

Tour Deposit:

£100 per person

3 Nights

Half board

Travel Solutions Rep: Yes

Price Includes:

Luxury coaching from Coleraine, Ballymoney, Cloughmills, Ballymena, Dunsilly, Belfast and Belfast Stena Terminal.
Return ferry crossing with Stena Line – Belfast/Cairnryan
3 nights’ accommodation in the 3*Best Western Eglinton Arms Hotel, Eaglesham
Breakfast + evening meals (1 night will be a festive menu)
Free time in Edinburgh and visit the markets
Free time in Glasgow and visit the markets
Private guided tour of Dumfries house with Afternoon Tea
Services of an experienced Travel Solutions tour manager

Ferry Times:

Departs Belfast 07:30 / Arrives in Cairnryan 09:45
Departs Cairnryan 15:30 / Arrives in Belfast 17:45

Please note:

Meals on-board the ferries are not included in your tour price
Itinerary is subject to change due to attractions availability
Full payment required 12 weeks prior to departure

Flight Times:

Optional extra:

Single Supplement Cost: £120 per person

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Notes:

Transfers Included : Yes

Travel Solutions Rep : Yes

Accommodation

3* Best Western Eglinton Arms Hotel, Eaglesham

The Best Western Eglinton Arms Hotel, located near Glasgow, is nestled in the picturesque village of Eaglesham. Originally a coaching inn at the heart of Scotland’s first conservation village, the entire village holds a Grade A listing. Surrounded by verdant landscapes, this delightful hotel offers a genuine rural getaway while remaining conveniently close to the motorway and major routes. It serves as the perfect spot to unwind and recharge.

Hotel Services/Facilities:

Wi-Fi
24 hour room service
Bar
Lift
Restaurant

Guest Rooms:

Private bathroom with amenities
Desk
TV
Telephone
Tea/coffee maker
Heating

*Some services may have additional charge

Itinerary

DAY 1

Meet your coach at your selected pick-up point and travel to Belfast to join the early morning ferry crossing to Cairnryan. On arrival in Cairnryan, we’ll travel to visit Dumfries House, set in 2.0000 acres, this stunning Estate and 18^th-century house with its unrivalled collection of Chippendale is part of the prince’s foundation. We’ll enjoy a guided tour as the house is dressed for Christmas followed by one of their speciality Afternoon Tea’s. Afterwards re-join your coach as we travel to our hotel near Glasgow for check-in and dinner.

DAY 2

Today we’ll travel into Glasgow. A city that comes alive with fun and laughter at this time of year – explore the twinkling chalets spread out in George Square and after all that browsing, have a rest in one of the authentic German bars and relax over a mulled wine or hot chocolate. Spoil yourself at one of the seasonal chalets overflowing with original present ideas, or indulge in a tasty treat such as bratwurst, hog roast or crispy duck. Later re-join your coach (departure times will be confirmed by your tour manager) and make your way to your hotel in Eaglesham. Relax and freshen up before dinner.

DAY 3

Today after breakfast (departure times will be confirmed by your tour manager) travel to Edinburgh to visit the Christmas markets – get into the festive spirit. One of the best places to be during the festive season – wander the cobbled streets and take in the sounds of laughter and sights of twinkling lights from the stalls or enjoy a drink in front of a roaring log fire in one of the many cosy pubs. Enjoy the great shopping, unbeatable festive atmosphere, and iconic views from the top of the Big Wheel. Have a go on the old-fashioned carousel in Princes Street Gardens, browse the stalls in search of that perfect Christmas gift or just soak up the buckets of atmosphere. Later meet your coach (departure times will be confirmed by your tour manager) and make your way back to your hotel in Stirling for dinner.

DAY 4

This morning after a leisurely breakfast and checking out (departure times will be confirmed by your tour manager), join your coach as we make are way back to Cairnryan port with a comfort stop en-route before joining the afternoon ferry crossing back to Belfast. On arrival, you return to your original starting point.

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