Edinburgh & New Lanark Holiday October 2027
Holiday Dates: Sunday 3rd October - Thursday 7th October 2027
Tap into your sense of adventure with a tour of Bonnie Scotland, full of cosmopolitan cities, historic sites, panoramic views and the warmest of Scottish welcomes.
Offering a unique blend of heritage and modern comfort, the New Lanark Mill Hotel is a beautifully restored 18th century cotton mill nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of New Lanark.
The hotel boasts an elegant restaurant for evening meals and hearty breakfasts, with a dedicated chef crafting dishes from the freshest local produce. There is also a light and airy lounge and bar area serving a fine selection of gins and whiskeys; it’s an ideal spot to relax in an historic setting.
The bedrooms are a proud blend of Scottish heritage and sumptuous textiles complete with vibrant colours. Each room includes an en suite bathroom, 32 inch flat screen TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. As a guest in this beautiful hotel, you are invited to take advantage of the leisure facilities including a heated swimming pool, sauna and steam room.
The perfect way to unwind after an exciting day of Scottish sightseeing!
Day One
We begin the holiday with the opportunity to visit Dumfries, a town laced with atmospheric lanes and quarters where they are proud to celebrate their most famous son - the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Then it is back on the road as we head to the New Lanark Mill Hotel.
Day Two
The elegant city of Edinburgh is a wonderful place to visit. If you are feeling particularly energetic, take a walk up to Arthur’s Seat for glorious panoramic views across the city. Edinburgh Castle has a fascinating history as both a Royal Palace and a military stronghold. The Royal Mile is a splendid thoroughfare through the city with an array of shops and tearooms and there are also plenty of museums to pique your interest in everything from ghost hunts, to whiskey.
Day Three
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site that is New Lanark. It is a small 18th century village set in a sublime Scottish landscape, where the philanthropist Robert Owen moulded a model industrial community. Travel back in time on the Annie McLeod Experience dark ride, check out the historic classroom, village houses and working textile machinery to experience village life.
Day Four
Glasgow is a city that proudly celebrates Art and Design from Charles Rennie MacIntosh to the 21st century street art murals that adorn the city walls. Visit the Kelvingrove Museum and Gallery to see some of Scotland’s finest art treasures or, check out the Botanic Gardens for an escape to nature within the hustle and bustle of the city. Glasgow is also fantastic for shopping or find a local café for some traditional Scottish treats.
Day Five
It’s time to head for home with the sound of bagpipes filling your hearts. We take the chance to visit Carlisle, this proud bastion of the North that has seen many cross-border skirmishes through the years. It is uniquely located at the gateway of two nations and its streets are full of character just waiting for you to discover.