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Oban and Isle of Mull, Iona and Staffa
Oban and Isle of Mull, Iona and Staffa
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Oban and Isle of Mull, Iona and Staffa
8 Days Starting and ending in Oban, UK
Visiting: Oban, Luss, Isle of Mull, Fort William
Tour operator:
Tour code:
uk8oba
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Special diets catered:
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Tour Overview
Head to the charming, harbour town of Oban for a relaxing Scottish break. From here, we discover the enchanting Hebridean islands of magical Mull, tranquil Iona, and remarkable Staffa – home to the iconic Fingal’s Cave which was formed by the same lava flows that created the Giant's Causeway! We'll also explore popular Fort William, known as the 'Gateway to the Highlands', with its delightful shops and cosy pubs.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: Oban
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to Oban on the West coast of Scotland for a seven night stay.
If travelling from the North of England, you will stay for seven nights at the Great Western hotel, located in Oban.
If travelling from the South of England, you will stay for five nights at the Great Western Hotel, and will have a comfortable overnight stay en route outbound and return.
Day 2 Day at leisure
Location: Oban
Enjoy Oban at your own pace.
Day 3 Luss and Inveraray
Location: Luss
Scenic trip to Luss and the white- walled town of Inveraray, one of Scotland’s loveliest towns.
Day 4 Mull, Iona and Staffa
Location: Isle of Mull
We sail to Mull and make our way to Fionnphort to join our cruise, seeing awe-inspiring Staffa and Fingal’s Cave, before returning to the tiny Isle of Iona.
We sail back to Fionnphort and return across Mull to sail back to Oban.
Day 5 Day at leisure
Location: Oban
Relax in Oban and explore at your own pace.
Day 6 Day at leisure or Glencoe Visitor Centre
Location: Oban
Relax in Oban, or join our optional excursion to the Glencoe Visitor Centre. Nestled into the spectacular landscape, at the foot of the glen, here you will find an interesting exhibition telling the stories of this epic region, a delightful cafe and a spectacular viewing platform for some wonderful photo opportunities, whatever the weather!
Day 7 Fort William
Location: Fort William
Trip along the shores of stunning Loch Linnhe to visit the poplar Highland town of Fort William.
Day 8
Location: Oban
Return home.
What's Included
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7 nights hotel and Scottish breakfast and 7 evening meals (8-day breaks from North) *OR* 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals and 2 overnights stays in northern England with breakfast and evening meal (8-day break from South)
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Transport
Travel by coach from a local joining point or Home Connect service
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Additional Services
Porterage at the hotel
What's Not Included
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Insurance
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Tipping & gratuities, and any other item not mentioned or listed as optional
Accommodation
If travelling from the South of England, you will stay for five nights at the Great Western Hotel, and will have a comfortable overnight stay en route outbound and return.
Great Western Hotel, Oban
Occupying a remarkable building which dates back to the 19th century, the Great Western Hotel is in a great location right on Oban’s esplanade, making an ideal base for exploring. The welcoming bar and lounge areas boast magnificent panoramic views of the bay, and the restaurant offers a varied menu with a wide range of local cuisine and traditional favourites. The town of Oban is just a short walk away, with a number of places here to sample local produce including delicious seafood and refined whiskeys, and the hotel is within easy reach of some of Scotland’s most majestic and beautiful scenery. With comfortable rooms and warm Scottish hospitality, enjoy coastal charm at this delightful hotel.
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, please enquire for details
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What currencies are required for this tour?
GBP, Pound Sterling
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
If travelling from the North of England, you will stay for seven nights at the Great Western hotel, located in Oban. If travelling from the South of England, you will stay for five nights at the Great Western Hotel, and will have a comfortable overnight stay en route outbound and return.
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Do I have to do the excursions?
Certain excursions are included in the price of your holiday. If you choose not to go on an included excursion, for whatever reason, no refunds will be made.
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How much are the optional excursions?
This depends on which tour you book. Prices are given with the itinerary for the tour and sent out with Travel Documents 5 days before departure.
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Do I need to have travel insurance?
If you are a British citizen and are going on a UK holiday, you are not required to have insurance. If you are a non-British citizen and are going on a UK holiday, you are required to have an insurance policy in place or return a signed indemnity form to us prior to travel. For all travellers on European tours, you must either have a travel insurance policy in place or return a signed insurance indemnity form to us prior to travel.
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Will there be a toilet on-board the coach?
All main tour coaches have on-board toilets. Transfer vehicles to and from the interchange may not have on-board toilets.
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Can I pay for the optional excursions when I make my booking?
Optional excursions can be booked with your coach driver or Tour Manager and operate strictly subject to availability and demand. Some optional excursions are pre-bookable due to demand when making your reservation. The running order of included and optional excursions may be altered without prior notice.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, we do not. However, we only ever charge a supplement if a hotelier imposes this charge to us as a company. Single room supplements are a bone of contention within the travel industry and we would like to assure you that we proactively seek accommodation with low or no single room supplements for our guests.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive a detailed itinerary alongside travel documents, and these will be sent 5 days prior to travel.
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Cancellation Policy
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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.
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