Fort William Oban And The Scenic Highlands

Resort - Fort William

Overview

Fort William, the “Outdoor Capital of the UK”, is not only an important tourist centre but also a splendid location from which to explore the magnificent Western Highlands. It is situated at the southern end of the Great Glen, on the shores of Loch Linnhe, beneath towering Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. For those who do not feel quite up to the ascent of Ben Nevis, nearby Aonach Mor offers Britain's only alpine cable car, rising over 2000 feet to the Snowgoose restaurant, from where there are spectacular views of the Great Glen. The surrounding countryside has some of Britain’s most spectacular and romantic scenery and its torrid history has produced over 30 battlefields in the Lochaber area alone. As a touring centre, Fort William is unrivalled and our splendid excursion programme makes the best of this with coverage of many of the area's most interesting places.

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£219 per person

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Tour code: D4435W

Tour: Fort William Oban And The Scenic Highlands

Resort: Fort William

Days: 4

Date Travelling: 23 June 2023

Travelling by: Coach

Hotel: Croit Anna Hotel

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Outward Travel

Day 2 - Road to the Isles to Mallaig

We travel from Fort William to Mallaig on the A830, one of the most scenic roads in the world and known as the Road to the Isles. We stop at Glenfinnan, where we hope to see the famous Jacobite Steam train travel across the Glenfinnan Viaduct, as seen in the Harry Potter films. Our journey continues through several small villages, including Arsaig. We follow the shorelines of Loch Eil and Loch Eilt and pass through a series of glens, before taking in the silver sands of Morar and Loch Sheil. Our destination is Mallaig, a port in Lochabar, where you can watch the ferries going to and from the Scottish islands, enjoy some freshly caught seafood, or browse the craft shops, before returning and relaxing whilst enjoying the spectacular scenery on the famous A830 taking in the Silver Sands of Morar and then Loch Shiel.

Day 3 - Half Day to Oban

Known as the Gateway to the Isles, this bustling port on the Firth of Lorne commands fine views of the Argyll coast. Shops are along the sea front around the “little bay”, which gives Oban its name and fresh fish is always for sale on the busy pier and regular ferries leave from the harbour to the Hebridean Islands. McCaigs Tower dominates the skyline overlooking the harbour and other major landmarks include the pink granite cathederal and 600 year old ruined keep of Dunollie Castle. On our journey we pass Inveraray, seat of the Dukes of Argyll, Loch Awe and the remarkable Falls of Lora.
Free time in the afternoon to explore the delights of Fort William and its traditionally Scottish shops and attractions. Perhaps take a cruise on Loch Linnhe, or a scenic ride on the Ben Nevis Range Gondola (entrance fees apply).

Day 4 - Return Travel

Croit Anna Hotel

Situated on the shores of Loche Linnhe, three miles from the centre of Fort William, with spectacular views across the loch from all of the public rooms and most of the bedrooms, the Croit Anna offers a comfortable and friendly base in which to relax. There is a panoramic lounge, spacious bar and terrace. Extensive car parking

Contact Details

Croit Anna Hotel
Achintore Road

Tel No: 01397 702268

[email protected]

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Joining my holiday

Joining your David Urquhart Travel Holiday

Take the stress out of your holiday travel arrangements. Choose from our extensive list of local joining points and make the journey part of your holiday, as you travel in comfort to your holiday destination, without the need to change coaches.

Local Pick-up Points

We operate from 5 departure regions across Scotland:

West Central Scotland - from Paisley, Glasgow, East Kilbride or Hamilton

East Central Scotland - from Edinburgh, Livingston, Bathgate or Falkirk

Aberdeen and Tayside - from Aberdeen, Stonehaven, Montrose, Abroath, Forfar, Dundee or Perth

Fife - from St Andrews, Leven, Glenrothes, Kirkcaldy, Cowdenbeath or Dunfermline

Join En-Route

For tours travelling south to England Joining your David Urquhart Travel Holiday is now even more convenient. If you want to join your tour coach en-route to your chosen resort we can pick you up on the way at Southwaite services.

Quality Touring Coaches

Our holidays are operated by our preferred partner local coach operators, all of which have an on board washroom and are air conditioned.

Get in Touch

For booking enquiries, please call us on:
01355 711620

Our opening hours are:

Monday – Friday: 8:30AM-6:30PM

Saturday: 9:00AM-5:00PM

Sunday & Bank Holidays: 10:00AM-4:00PM

David Urquhart Travel Booking Office,

The Croit Anna Hotel, Achintore Road,

Drimarben, Fort william PH33 6RR