Scotland: Mull, Staffa and Iona29th Sep 2024
From:£1270.75
Summary
Lying off the west coast of Scotland, the Isle of Mull is a place of tumbling burns, high peaks, dramatic views and a silent, lonely beauty. From our base at the comfortable Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa, conveniently located close to the ferry terminal with superb views of the Sound of Mull, the Morvern hills and the Firth of Lorne, we will explore some of the highlights of the island. The multi-coloured buildings that line the waterfront of the island’s principal town, Tobermory, will be familiar to many. From here we sail on a wildlife cruise that takes us to the Treshnish Isles, home to thousands of seabirds including puffins, and the little island of Staffa, whose natural cathedral of basalt columns is one of the wonders of the west coast. Duart Castle, the 13th century home of the Chief of Clan MacLean, sits broodingly on its headland, seemingly unmoved by the stunning views across the Firth of Lorne to Ben Cruachan. Lying just off the Ross of Mull, the sacred isle of Iona is famous the world over for its peaceful Abbey, a place of calm and contemplation, the perfect antidote to the stress of modern life.
What to Expect
- Sailing out of Oban Bay as the holiday begins
- Wildlife cruise from Tobermory plus the amazing spectacle of Fingal’s Cave
- Taking in the view towards Ben Cruachan from the top of the keep at Duart Castle
- Moments of peaceful contemplation at Iona Abbey
Departure Routes
| Location | Pickup Time | Dropoff Time |
|---|---|---|
| To be advised | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| Aberdeen, Opposite Denburn Car Park, behind library where Spa Street meets Skene Street | 06:00 | 22:45 |
| Stonehaven, Market Square | 06:30 | 22:15 |
| Forfar, Bus stop off the A90, near McDonalds | 07:10 | 21:35 |
| Dundee, Outside Discovery Point | 07:30 | 21:15 |
| Perth, Broxden Park & Ride, A93 | 08:00 | 20:45 |
| Kinross, Moto Services on M90 | 09:00 | 19:45 |
| Dunfermline, Halbeath Park & Ride, Jct 3, M90 | 09:15 | 19:30 |
| Edinburgh - outside reception of the Delta by Marriott Hotel, Glasgow Road | 09:30 | 19:15 |
| Glasgow, Bus stop on North Hanover Street, opposite Queen Street Station | 10:45 | 18:00 |
** Please note that all timings are approximate and subject to change. Final timings and pick-up points will be confirmed with your joining instructions approximately 10 days prior to departure. **
Day by Day Itinerary
We depart from our designated pick up points and head for the Western Highlands, stopping in Inveraray for lunch (not included). On arrival in Oban we will board the late afternoon ferry for Craignure on Mull. Our base is the Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa, conveniently located close to the ferry terminal with superb views of the Sound of Mull, the Morvern Hills and, across the bay, Duart Castle. Please note this hotel now offers excellent spa and leisure facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, steam room, Norwegian Spruce Sauna and hydro foot spa. A range of reasonably priced treatments are also available.
Dinner is served in the evening.
Meals includedDinner
