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Isle of Arran and Ayrshire Coast

Mon 13 July - Fri 17 July 2026: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Scotland with Jones Holidays staying at the Riverside Lodge Hotel, Ayrshire

    ISLE OF ARRAN AND AYRSHIRE COAST

    13 – 17 July 2026

    Monday – Friday

    5 Days

    From: £619

    Experience the beauty and heritage of Scotland on this memorable holiday, where dramatic coastlines, historic castles, charming towns, and warm Scottish hospitality await, with the enchanting Isle of Arran centre stage, it’s the perfect escape. This holiday blends spectacular scenery, iconic landmarks, and true Scottish character—offering a perfect balance of relaxation, discovery, and cultural charm.

    HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

    Ayrshire Coastal Drive | Isle of Arran | Brodick Castle | Culzean Castle | Moffatt | Annandale Distillery

    DAY ONE – Moffat and Arrival

    We depart from your home and travel to Scotland, stopping on the way at Moffatt, a welcoming market town with a proud heritage as a spa resort, before continuing our journey and arriving late afternoon, you will have time to relax before dinner this evening.

    DAY TWO – Isle of Arran and Brodick Castle

    A full day to the wonderful Isle of Arran, cruise across the Firth of Clyde from Ardrossan to Brodick, the island’s capital, often described as ‘Scotland in Miniature’. Arran has a blend of Highland and Island scenery with peaks and deep glens, contrasting with its heather-clad moorlands.We will also have time in Brodick, and we visit the impressive Brodick Castle, a grand Scottish baronial home surrounded by gardens and woodland, offering a glimpse into centuries of history and aristocratic life. We’ll then take the return ferry and make our way back to the hotel.

    DAY THREE – Ayrshire Coastal Drive, Culzean Castle and Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

    Today we enjoy the Ayrshire Coast, at its best with a visit the storybook Culzean Castle, perched dramatically on the Ayrshire cliffs, provides another highlight with its magnificent architecture and extensive grounds.

    We then make our way to Alloway where we visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, which consists of Burns Cottage where the poet was born. Here we can view a collection of his life and works, Burns Monument, Statue Hoise & Gardens the Auld Kirk and the Brig o’ Doon Bridge.

    DAY FOUR – Dumfries and Annandale Distillery

    Today we travel to Dumfries where you are free to explore at leisure. Later we raise a glass to Scotland’s whisky-making traditions at the Annandale Distillery, where history, craftsmanship, and flavour come together in one unforgettable experience. We enjoy a tour of the facility, learning about the production. We’ll then return to our hotel.

    DAY FIVE –Departure

    After breakfast this morning we leave our hotel and make our journey home, with comfort stops en route.

    YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

    • Luxury coach travel

    • Home pick-up

    • 4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

    • Porterage on arrival and departure

    • Tea/coffee and shortbread on arrival

    • Entertainment on two nights

    • Tea/coffee after dinner each evening.

    • Ferry crossing – Isle of Arran

    • Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and Burns Cottage

    • Brodick Castle

    • Culzean Castle

    • Annandale Distillery.

    RIVERSIDE LODGE HOTEL, IRVINE

    The Riverside Lodge hotel has been transformed into Irvine's premier hotel after going through an extensive refurbishment programme. The new look Riverside Lodge offers a modern feel with plush accommodation and delicious food. Make yourself at home in one of the 128 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers. Hotel does not have a lift. Ground floor rooms available.

    Isle of Arran and Ayrshire Coast

    YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

    Luxury coach travel

    Home pick-up

    4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

    Porterage on arrival and departure

    Tea/coffee and shortbread on arrival

    Entertainment on two nights

    Tea/coffee after dinner each evening.

    Ferry crossing – Isle of Arran

    Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and Burns Cottage

    Brodick Castle

    Culzean Castle

    Annadale Distillery.

    RIVERSIDE LODGE HOTEL, IRVINE

    The Riverside Lodge hotel has been transformed into Irvine's premier hotel after going through an extensive refurbishment programme. The new look Riverside Lodge offers a modern feel with plush accommodation and delicious food. Make yourself at home in one of the 128 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers. Hotel does not have a lift. Ground floor rooms available.

    HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

    General

    Rooms

    Accessibility

    3 star

    Tea/coffee making facilities

    Ground Floor Rooms Available

    Bar

    Television

    Restaurant

    Wi-Fi

    Lounge

    Hairdryer



    DAYS

    TOUR DATE

    DEPARTS

    TERMS

    SUPPLEMENT

    5

    13 – 17 JUL 2026

    MONDAY

    £619

    £120 SINGLE

    JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE

    £36



    Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply. Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office. If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

    B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

    DAY ONE

    D

    We depart from your home and travel to Scotland, stopping on the way at Moffatt, a welcoming market town with a proud heritage as a spa resort, before continuing our journey and arriving late afternoon, you will have time to relax before dinner this evening.

    DAY TWO

    B, D

    A full day to the wonderful Isle of Arran, cruise across the Firth of Clyde from Ardrossan to Brodick, the island's capital, often described as 'Scotland in Miniature'. Arran has a blend of Highland and Island scenery with peaks and deep glens, contrasting with its heather-clad moorlands. We will also have time in Brodick, and we visit the impressive Brodick Castle, a grand Scottish baronial home surrounded by gardens and woodland, offering a glimpse into centuries of history and aristocratic life. We'll then take the return ferry and make our way back to the hotel.

    DAY THREE

    B, D

    Today we enjoy the Ayrshire Coast, at its best with a visit the storybook Culzean Castle, perched dramatically on the Ayrshire cliffs, provides another highlight with its magnificent architecture and extensive grounds.
    We then make our way to Alloway where we visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, which consists of Burns Cottage where the poet was born. Here we can view a collection of his life and works, Burns Monument, Statue Hoise & Gardens the Auld Kirk and the Brig o' Doon Bridge.

    DAY FOUR

    B, D

    Today we travel to Dumfries where you are free to explore at leisure. Later we raise a glass to Scotland's whisky-making traditions at the Annandale Distillery, where history, craftsmanship, and flavour come together in one unforgettable experience. We enjoy a tour of the facility, learning about the production. We'll then return to our hotel.

    DAY FIVE

    B

    After breakfast this morning we leave our hotel and make our journey home, with comfort stops en route.

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    Pick-up points

    Find the closest pick up point to you for this trip

    Name Address
    Bodelwyddan Bodelwyddan, Marble Church
    Chester Services M56 Chester Services on M56
    Colwyn Bay Colwyn Bay, Railway Station
    Garden City Garden City , Amontola Restaurant
    Holywell Holywell, Bus Station
    Llandudno Junction Llandudno Junction, Train Station Car Park

    Home pick-ups

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    Home pick-up: Free
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