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Sunday 20th: Leaving home this morning, our holiday begins as we make our way towards Scotland. We arrive in Oban and the hotel, later this afternoon.
Monday 21st: This morning, we board the ferry for the 55-minute crossing to the enchanting Isle of Mull. We travel south, passing imposing Duart Castle to Fionnphort. We then hop on the short ferry crossing, as foot passengers, to the sacred Isle of Iona. Wander round the island at leisure, with its white sandy beach and pathways. Entrance is included into the famous Abbey, the final resting place of over 100 Scottish Kings.
Tuesday 22nd: Enjoy everything Oban has to offer today, with a day at leisure to explore. Browse quirky boutique stores, enjoy refreshments in one of the homely tea rooms. Later we visit the local distillery, located in the heart of the town. Founded in 1794 and famed for being one of the smallest distilleries in the world, we enjoy an intimate tour, finished with a tasting.
Wednesday 23rd: Hugging the shoreline of the loch all the way, we arrive in Fort William, for some free time. The afternoon is spent seeing the best of Lochaber. Nearby, is Neptune’s Staircase, where boats of all shapes and sizes, navigate the 8 locks of the Caledonian Canal. We continue to Gairlochy, with terrific views of Ben Nevis and the Great Glen at the famed Commando Monument, Spean Bridge.
Thursday 24th: After a hearty Scottish breakfast, we bid farewell to our hosts and begin our return journey. After taking a break for lunch, we continue, arriving home later in the day.

Columba Hotel Oban
A Victorian Hotel, the Columba Hotel overlooks the town of Oban and Oban Bay. The rooms at the Columba have an ensuite bathroom and a hairdryer. Many rooms have sea views and others look out over the wooded hillside. There are a few steps inside the hotel.

 All Travel by Executive Coach
 Four Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
 Return Ferry Oban to Craignure
 Return Ferry to Isle of Iona
 Entry to Iona Abbey
 Oban Distillery Tour & Tasting
 Porterage