Dumfries House By Candlelight & Christmas Markets
- Duration: 4 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TDAV3571
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
Dumfries House is one of Britain's most beautiful stately homes and best kept heritage secrets, with sumptuous interiors and magnificent furnishings. You will have a private guided tour with the house dressed for Christmas. Afterwards enjoy one of their speciality afternoon teas. Our weekend break also ventures into Edinburgh and Glasgow for their fabulous Christmas Markets.
What's Included
3 Nights, Dinner, bed & breakfast
Candlelight Guided Tour at Dumfries House
Afternoon Tea at Dumfries House
Visits to Edinburgh & Glasgow Christmas Markets
Day One
We head North of the border and visit Gretna Green en-route to our hotel.
Day Two
Today we visit Dumfries House, set in 2,000 acres, this stunning Estate and 18th-century house with its unrivalled collection of Chippendale is part of the Prince's Foundation. We'll enjoy a guided tour as the house is dressed for Christmas followed by one of their speciality Afternoon Tea's.
Day Three
A full day in Edinburgh today - the Christmas market will be in full swing in Princes Street Gardens with the magnificent Castle as a backdrop. There's plenty more to do in the city should you wish too.
Day Four
Heading home today, but we'll head into Glasgow first for more Christmas Market fun. Returning back to the North West for approx. 6pm
Other Information
Eglinton Arms * * *
Eglinton Arms Hotel in Eaglesham is a modern boutique hotel yet still retains some of its former coaching inn features. The contemporary Scottish theme throughout, with feature fireplaces, and soft furnishings ensure a cosy atmosphere to be expected in a country-style location. Expect all the modern touches in your comfortable bedroom including TV, tea/coffee making facilities& hairdryer. Lift.
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Day One
We head North of the border and visit Gretna Green en-route to our hotel.
Day Two
Today we visit Dumfries House, set in 2,000 acres, this stunning Estate and 18th-century house with its unrivalled collection of Chippendale is part of the Prince's Foundation. We'll enjoy a guided tour as the house is dressed for Christmas followed by one of their speciality Afternoon Tea's.
Day Three
A full day in Edinburgh today - the Christmas market will be in full swing in Princes Street Gardens with the magnificent Castle as a backdrop. There's plenty more to do in the city should you wish too.
Day Four
Heading home today, but we'll head into Glasgow first for more Christmas Market fun. Returning back to the North West for approx. 6pm
Other Information
Eglinton Arms * * *
Eglinton Arms Hotel in Eaglesham is a modern boutique hotel yet still retains some of its former coaching inn features. The contemporary Scottish theme throughout, with feature fireplaces, and soft furnishings ensure a cosy atmosphere to be expected in a country-style location. Expect all the modern touches in your comfortable bedroom including TV, tea/coffee making facilities& hairdryer. Lift.
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