Early Stirling - Value Break
- Duration: 4 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TCRU9514
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
4 days
Fascinating Scottish heritage & culture
UNBEATABLE VALUE - We can’t promise good weather, but you can expect incredible value for money as you delve into the fascinating heritage and culture of Scotland’s Central Belt area based at the excellent King Robert Hotel. Stirling is a small city with a big history and a beautifully preserved Old Town. It is a treasure trove of historic buildings and cobbled streets winding up to the ramparts of its impressive castle with its impregnable position atop a mighty crag. Enjoy a visit to Scotland’s majestic capital, Edinburgh, with an en-route look inside the world's largest equine sculptures, The Kelpies. Escape the ordinary on this unbeatably good value weekend with an epic journey to Scotland!
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Weekend Highlights
- Hotel for 3 nights with breakfast and dinner
- Tea /coffee after dinner
- Glass of house wine with last night dinner
- Excursions as stated
- Entrance to Stirling Castle with audio guide
- Guided visit to The Kelpies
- Time at leisure in Edinburgh
Your Itinerary
Day 1 - After joining your holiday coach, set off on the big drive north with suitable stops for lunch and refreshments. Arrive at your hotel just outside Stirling this evening, ready for your first evening meal together. DBB
Day 2 - 3 At leisure in Bannockburn with two Included excursions.
The hotel is situated on the site of the Battle of Bannockburn where Robert the Bruce defeated the English army on 24 June 1314, establishing Scotland as a separate nation. Just behind the hotel you will find The Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre which features an award-winning digitally re-created version of the battle, up close (entrance approx. £9.50 in 2026 – opening times may vary). Follow in the footsteps of Robert the Bruce in the memorial park and see the spot where he raised his royal standard.
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
Stirling Castle
Head into Stirling centre to visit one of Scotland’s most important castles with its imposing position and impressive architecture. Generations of Scottish monarchs have enlarged, adapted and embellished Stirling Castle including the refurbished Royal Palace, childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots, the recently restored Great Hall of James IV and the Chapel Royal of James VI. The surrounding scenery is breathtaking with stunning views to the Wallace Monument and the rugged Highlands beyond. NB the approach to the castle entrance is approx. 180m from the coach parking with a cobbled and sloping gradient. There is level / ramped access to much of the castle from the cobbled courtyard. Sensible, sturdy footwear is recommended and entrance to the castle includes an audio guide. Enjoy some time at leisure in Stirling before returning to the hotel
The Kelpies and Edinburgh
Head east today to the extraordinary Kelpies, two gigantic horse heads, standing almost a hundred feet high, designed by Scottish sculptor, Andy Scott - a masterpiece of engineering and design. Their name reflects the mythological transforming beasts with the strength of 100 horses, echoing the transformational change of the region's landscape and the strength of its communities. Enjoy a guided walking (flat) tour that tells the story of the real life working horses of the area along the canals. The tour is outside, but you will also see a Kelpie from the inside.
Onto Edinburgh, an unbeatable city, steeped in history and culture. Take a stroll along the iconic Royal Mile with its cobbled streets, higgledy-piggledy houses, dark wynds, secret closes and colourful street performers. Pop into St Giles' Cathedral with its stunning architecture, intricate wooden interior and impressive gold-leaf ceiling. The Scottish National Gallery houses Scotland's national collection of fine art (entrance FOC). Princes Street is considered Edinburgh's main shopping street, where you'll find all the popular high street shops along with bustling cafes. Shops are all on the north side of the street, leaving the south side open to pleasant views towards the Old Town across Princes Street Gardens. Your driver may be able to offer you an optional city tour
Day 4 – An early start today as it’s time to head south, back to interchange and homewards, with happy Scottish memories.
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The King Robert Hotel, Bannockburn Near Stirling
The 3* family run King Robert Hotel is situated on the site of the Battle of Bannockburn on the outskirts of historic Stirling. It offers a friendly welcome and excellent value for money.
There is a comfortable lounge bar area as well as a bright, informal restaurant, serving tasty meals in a modern and relaxed atmosphere.
Guestrooms are well-sized and tastefully decorated and feature LCD television, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and free WiFi.
There is no lift, but ground floor rooms are available. There is a bus stop near the hotel for local bus services into the centre of Stirling.
Porterage is not available at this hotel