Culzean Castle and Castle Kennedy Gardens
Culzean Castle and Castle Kennedy Gardens
187 Views
Culzean Castle and Castle Kennedy Gardens
5 Days Starting and ending in United Kingdom
Visiting: Portpatrick, Castle Kennedy Gardens, Stranraer, Ayrshire Coast Golf Caddies, Culzean Castle
Tour operator:
Tour code:
uk5por2
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
6-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Travelling almost as far as you can go in southern Scotland, Portpatrick has a picturesque harbour, framed by dramatic cliffs and pastel-coloured houses. From here we visit the magnificent Culzean Castle and the delightful Castle Kennedy Gardens.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : United Kingdom
Location: Portpatrick
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Portpatrick Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to the Portpatrick Hotel, Portpatrick for four nights.
Day 2 : Castle Kennedy Gardens And Stranraer
Location: Castle Kennedy Gardens, Stranraer
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Portpatrick Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Excursion starting with a visit to Stranraer. Once a busy ferry port, enjoy a stroll along the waterfront where on a clear day you'll enjoy spectacular views of Ailsa Craig and the Isle of Arran. The town centre is dominated by the castle of St John, with many pavement cafes lining the streets.
We continue to Castle Kennedy Gardens which flank the shattered, ivy-clad remains of a medieval fortress, and are world-famous for their spectacular collection of rhododendrons and magnolias.
Day At Leisure Or Galloway Forest Park
Location: Portpatrick
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Portpatrick Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Relax with a day at leisure in Portpatrick. Take a stroll into the quiet town, or perhaps take a cliff-top walk along the Southern Upland Way to enjoy views of the spectacular coastline.
Alternatively, join our optional excursion to Galloway Forest Park, where we take a scenic drive to admire the views of the rolling glens and hills and lochs and mountains.
Day 4 : Ayrshire Coast And Culzean Castle
Location: Ayrshire Coast Golf Caddies, Culzean Castle
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Portpatrick Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel along the beautiful Ayrshire Coast to visit magnificent Culzean Castle.
This impressive hill-top estate is opulent to the extreme, with spectacular gardens, splendid parkland and a sandy coastline which is dotted with caves. The castle itself is full to the turrets with treasures that tell the stories of the people who have lived there.
Day 5 : Return Home
Location: Portpatrick
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
-
Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
-
Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
-
Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
-
Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
-
Porterage at Hotels
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Portpatrick Hotel in Portpatrick.
Check out our Q&As
-
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
Book with Confidence
-
Low Deposit
Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
-
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Why book with tourhub?
Safe & Secure
Your money is protected in an external trust until you travel.
100% Guaranteed Refunds if your trip is cancelled.
The safest way to make overseas, multi-currency payments.
Guaranteed Best Value
Industry leading discounts, we won't be beaten on price.
No cancellation or amendment fees from tourhub.
(Operator terms may apply)
Expert Knowledge
Reliable & unbiased advice from travel experts.
Direct contact with the tour operator via our messaging service.
Inspiration & advice from a community of 6000+ real travellers, influencers & content creators.
Trusted Service
Official partners & licensed agents of 1000+ tour operators worldwide.
Don't just take our word for it...
"Tourhub: Friendliness, Professionalism & Integrity I would happily give tourhub a 6* review if I could..."