Hogmanay Celebrations free bar
Sunday 29 October 2023 to Thursday 02 November 2023
£675pp Single supplement £102.5
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Dramatic scenes and magical views, never has a nation blended so seamlessly between city and country. Experience both on this festively themed tour as we cruise on Loch Lomond in the Trossachs National Park and spend time in the bustling city of Glasgow. Loch Lomond extends north from Balloch to Ardlui at a distance of 24 miles, making it Britain's largest stretch of inland water - experience endless views during a tranquil cruise on these deep blue waters. Glasgow is full of iconic landmarks including the McLennan Arch and The People's Palace in the famous Glasgow Green, you'll also have the chance to visit the newly opened Burrell Collection on the city's outskirts - this astonishing collection has undergone a major refurbishment with two new acquisitions on display for the first time! The Burrell Collection are also recent winners at the 2023 West of Scotland Thistle Awards for Best Visitor Attraction. There's also the chance to step in to the history books at Stirling Castle with a guided tour and to sip Scotland's national drink at the Glengoyne Distillery with a guided tasting.
This tour is a real celebration of Scotland! Be entertained every evening and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere created by The Winnock Hotel in the beautiful surroundings of the Trossochs National Park. From Scottish weaponry to live music, with a traditional Scottish House Party in between – and did someone say FREE BAR every night? The hotel is ready to welcome you!
Carl is due to be your host/driver for this scenic and inclusive tour through Scotland, he looks forward to welcoming you on board.
This tour is departing soon so we've released our discounted rooms back to the hotel, but don't worry, we'd be delighted to request some more! Send through your booking request and we'll be in touch.
Tour code: B3418
Sunday
Enjoy Scottish scenery en route to the hotel.
Monday
Start the day at one of Scotland’s grandest castles as you explore the Royal rooms and busy servant’s quarters - with stories and secrets from your knowledgeable guide at Stirling Castle. Return to the hotel for cream tea before dinner and entertainment this evening.
Tuesday
Start the day at Glengoyne Distillery, who have been producing “unhurried” single malt whiskies since 1833. Amble through the production process and taste two specially selected whiskies whilst overlooking the beautiful waterfall and glen. Warm up with a soup and sandwich lunch at the hotel before an afternoon cruise on Loch Lomond and enjoy awe-inspiring views of The National Park from these vast and tranquil waters. There’s a traditional Christmas dinner tonight and a visit from Santa.
Wednesday
Spend the morning at the newly reopened Burrell Collection in Glasgow where over 9000 artefacts will guide you through 6000 years of history including Chinese art, Roman sculptures, and Egyptian pottery. Afterwards, enjoy free time in the city - admire the architecture in St. George’s Square, step inside St. Mungo’s (Scotland’s oldest mainland cathedral), stroll beneath the McLennan Arch on your way to the People’s Palace, visit the Modern Art Gallery or maybe get ahead with Christmas shopping along Buchanan Street? Experience Scotland’s traditional Hogmanay celebrations with dinner and a show at the hotel tonight.
Thursday
Sip a farewell Hot Toddy before heading home.
- 4 nights' dinner, bed & breakfast
- Guided tour of Stirling Castle
- Glengoyne Distillery tour & tasting
- Cruise on Loch Lomond
- Visit to The Burrell Collection
- Free time in Drymen and Glasgow
- Glass of wine with dinner each night
- Free bar 19:30-22:30 every night (selected brands and subject to local licensing laws)
- Tea/coffee after dinner each evening
- Two packed lunches from the hotel (Monday and Wednesday)
- Cream tea in the hotel conservatory on Monday
- Scottish weaponry display evening on Monday night
- Soup and Sandwich lunch at the hotel on Tuesday
- A visit from "Santa" on Tuesday night
- Traditional Hogmanay Scottish dinner and show on Wednesday night
- Hot Toddy before departure on Thursday
- Porterage
- Door2Door travel (save £10pp by meeting the coach at a central departure point)
- Free travel insurance
- BCH-ABTOT Financial Protection
- Executive touring coach featuring a refreshment station, reclining seats, reading lights, curtains, foot and arm rests, toilet, safety belts, air suspension and individual air-flow controls
- An experienced, friendly, highly-rated and professional tour driver
- Friendly booking team on hand to answer any questions you might have in the run up to your holiday
- Book soon to guarantee the single supplement at this reduced rate, available on a limited number of rooms
- Book with just a £40pp deposit (balance due 8 weeks prior to departure)
- LOYALTY DISCOUNT! Book 3 holidays (in any calendar year) and save £15pp, book 4+ and save £20pp, just let us know in special requests that you'd like to redeem your discount
The Winnock Hotel, Drymen, Loch Lomond 
- Winners of a 2023 Travellers' Choice Award from Tripadvisor (ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor!)
- Situated in the pretty village of Drymen on the edge of the Trossachs National Park
- A lovingly restored 18th century coaching inn
- Rooms with TV, phone, radio, hairdryer and hospitality tray
- Restaurant, bar and lounge areas, many with cosy open log fires
ACCESS: No lift, rooms are on the ground and first floors but please note that some ground floor rooms are accessed via a short walk across the hotel lawn, walk-in showers on request
Please ask us about upgrade options which may be available at a supplement
