Scotland’s Festive Shopping and Markets

Get your winter woollies on and kick off your Christmas festivities in Scotland

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Description

Scotland’s Festive Shopping and Markets

from

£295

/per person

Departing

Departures on 13/12/2024

Tour Details

Get your winter woollies on and kick off your Christmas festivities in Scotland as you get in the festive spirit – enjoy the magical atmosphere at not one but two fantastic Scottish Christmas Markets, Glasgow and Edinburgh. This is a great chance to start the Christmas shopping with plenty of time to browse the stores. At the markets get in the festive mood and sample delicious food, mulled wine, hot chocolate and purchase some special gifts this festive seasons. Enjoy a visit to Dumfries house, one of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes. Set in 2,000 acres, this stunning Estate and house has something for everyone. The house is beautifully decorated for the Christmas season, admire the decorations as you enjoy a festive house tour.

Please note: this tour is now on request, please call reservations to book. Subject to availability.

Tour Deposit:

£295 per person

2 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
2 nights’ accommodation in the 4* Stirling Highland Hotel, Stirling
Breakfast and evening meals
Visits to Glasgow and Edinburgh Christmas markets
Entrance to Dumfries House with house tour
Services of an experienced Travel Solutions tour manager

Ferry Times:

Departs Belfast 07:30 / Arrives in Cairnryan 09:45
Departs Cairnryan 19:30 / Arrives in Belfast 21:45

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
NEW BELFAST PICK-UP POINT. The new Belfast pick up point for coach tours will now be Leonardo Hotel (formerly Jurys Inn)

Flight Times:

Optional extra:

Single Supplement Cost: £68 per person

Flight times:

Departs	City/Country	Arrives	City/Country

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Notes:

Transfers Included : Yes

Travel Solutions Rep : Yes

Accommodation

4* Stirling Highland Hotel, Stirling

Stirling Highland Hotel was once the High School of Stirling and was built in 1854. It is less than a 10-minute walk to the city’s historic castle, a 5-minute walk to the centre of Stirling and a 20-minute walk to Stirling Bridge. Each room is bright and spacious, with a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. This 4-star accommodation features an.

Hotel Services/Facilities:

Outdoor furniture
Snack bar
Bar/restaurant
Wi-Fi
24-hour front desk
Lift
Indoor swimming pool
Fitness
Hot tub/jacuzzi
Spa and wellness centre*

Guest Rooms:

Private bathroom with amenities
Wardrobe/closet
Kettle
Desk
Telephone

*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 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 Stirling. On arrival check-in and enjoy some time to relax and freshen up before dinner.

DAY 2

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 3

This morning after breakfast and checking out (departure times will be confirmed by your tour manager), enjoy some free time in Stirling at your leisure to explore the city or shop. Then join your coach as we say farewell to Stirling and travel to visit Dumfries house, one of Britian’s most beautiful stately homes. Set in 2,000 acres, this stunning estate and house has something for everyone. The house is beautifully decorated for the Christmas season, admire the decorations as you enjoy a festive house tour followed by tea/coffee and mince pies. Afterwards rejoin your coach as we continue the journey to Cairnryan to join the evening crossing back to Belfast. On arrival, you return to your original starting point.

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