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2022
A family business dedicated to making your holiday an enjoyable one
Tel: 01346 571610
Office hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm • Closed Saturday and Sunday
Welcome
May we extend a warm welcome to our 2022 brochure, in which
we hope you will find a holiday suitable for your requirements.
As your local family owned and operated coach holiday company, Due to the difficulties tourism
we take great pride in offering value for money holidays to old have faced, some hotels or
and new destinations. Our drivers play a major part in our attractions mentioned in this
continued success and most have years of service here with us. brochure may either re-open
I am sure everyone agrees they do a great job for our company. under new management or
Once again, we have added some new and exciting not re-open at all. In these
destinations along with the old favourites that always prove circumstances we will strive to
popular, year after year. replace them with suitable alternatives.
Our first tour of 2021 departed on the 17th May once we were Please note, all tours are subject to covid regulations at the
allowed to travel again. Through patience and perseverance and a time of travel. What this means is you may have to wear a
lot of cleaning and sanitising of coaches, we saw numbers steadily facemask onboard our coach whilst travelling unless you are
increasing especially once customers had both vaccinations. 2022 exempt or eating/drinking. You may have to take a free lateral
will hopefully see things getting back to pre-covid levels and back flow test prior to travel or show a covid passport.
to some sort of normality and we hope to see you all once again All our holidays are fully bonded for your protection in
onboard our luxury coaches. accordance with the government’s regulations for tour operators.
Investment is ongoing and we have updated our fleet with some Lastly, we would like to thank all our customers for their
Mercedes Tourismo high specification tour coaches for our 2022 continued support over the years and wish you a new year
season to celebrate 35 years of business. These coaches are built filled with peace, good health, and happiness.
Ron and Pat Simpson
to the highest specification for your comfort and have all the latest
safety features fitted as standard. To improve air quality onboard
we have fitted air purifiers that eliminate 99.7% of viruses and germs.
Our Tour Pick Up / Drop Off Points
Rosehearty – Garage sandhaven – Opposite School Fraserburgh – Bus Station
Mintlaw – Square longside – Car Park Peterhead – Bus Stop at Bus Station
Boddam – Rocksley Inn Hatton – Bus Stop on Main Road, A90 ellon – Opposite New Inn
Balmedie – Leisure Centre Banff – St. Mary’s Car Park turriff – Bus Stop at Tesco
Fyvie – Car Park on A947 oldmeldrum – Square Inverurie – Town Hall
Kintore – Kintore Arms Blackburn – Leys Hotel Bucksburn – Britannia Hotel Bus Stop
Bridge of Don – A.E.C.C. Bus Stop aberdeen – Skene Street Behind HMT Bridge of Dee – 1st Bus Shelter on
Portlethen – Asda Bus Stop Newtonhill – Chapelton Park & Choose A90 Stonehaven Road
Fordoun – Bus Stop on A90 laurencekirk – Crown Hotel stonehaven – Royal Hotel
Forfar – M&Co. East High Street Inverbervie – Co-op Brechin – Mackie Motors Bus Stop
Montrose – Railway Station arbroath – Bus Station st. Cyrus – Bus Stop
Dundee – Bus Stop at Kingsway Inchture – Hotel Monifieth – Dobbies Bus Stop
West Retail Park Perth – Canal Street Car Park
Please Note: (ii) Any change to pick up/drop off points must be (iv) Any requirements for large or bulky items must
arranged with our office. be notified to us at time of booking.
(i) Some of these pick up points will be operated by (iii) It is a firm company policy that passengers are
a feeder mini-coach service. set down at their original joining point. oFFICe HoURs: Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm
2 To book, please call: 01346 571610
Booking Procedure
1. Provisional bookings may be made by over the telephone – or by BACS, your luggage labels. If you require
telephone on 01346 571610 or details from our office. a receipt before this time, please
by calling at our office at 21 Union 3. DEPOSIT for a UK Holiday is £30 and enclose S.A.E. with payment.
Street, Rosehearty. The provisional an Irish Holiday is £50.
booking will be held for confirmation 4. On receiving your deposit, we will then • Please check your pick-up point and
for a period of 7 days only. Office send you your holiday confirmation time and print all details on your
Hours, Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm. invoice. The balance due on your ‘Simpson’s’ labels in the spaces
2. Actual bookings must be made by holiday must then be paid to our office provided.
completing our booking form and by the date on your confirmation
sending it, or taking it, with the invoice. • Extra labels are available from
appropriate deposit to 21 Union 5. After final payment AND 7 to 10 days your Driver.
Street, Rosehearty AB43 7JQ. prior to the departure date, we will
Cheques are payable to Simpson’s send you your holiday receipt and • Remember it is now the law that all
Coaches Ltd. Alternately you may book confirmation stating your pick-up passengers must wear seatbelts.
and pay be credit or debit card point AND departure time along with
Conditions of Booking
All Tours are Subject to Cancellation by you: Holiday Travel Insurance:
Sufficient Bookings: You, or any member of your party, may We do not offer travel/holiday insurance.
This simply means that before we can run cancel your holiday at any time provided We do strongly advise you to take out
a tour there must be enough passengers that the cancellation is made by the Insurance for your trip. Insurance can
booked to make it viable. If it does person signing the Booking Form and be obtained from your local bank,
become necessary to cancel a tour for this is communicated to us in writing via our building society, post office, insurance
reason, passengers will be informed four office. As this incurs administrative costs, broker or over the internet. For those
weeks prior to holiday departure date. we will retain your deposit and, in passengers travelling a few times a year
Variation of Arrangements: addition, apply cancellation charges it is worth considering annual insurance.
as shown below: Holiday insurance is recommended
If we are compelled to alter significantly
31 to 42 days: 30% 20 to 30 days: 60% for unexpected cancellation due to
any essential part of a tour before
11 to 19 days: 80% 1 to 10 days: 100% ill-health, unemployment etc.
departure, we will inform you as quickly
as possible of the situation and the
proposed change. If this happens you
will be entitled to cancel your booking
without any penalty and have all your
monies returned. Or, if you wish, you
can accept the changes.
Cancellation by us:
If we are forced to cancel a tour because
of insufficient bookings, or because of
unusual, unforeseeable and unavoidable
circumstances beyond our control, we will
return all monies paid to us by you in full,
which shall be the limit of our liability.
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Holidays in Ireland Although passports are not essential, each passenger must have some form of photographic identification such as a current photographic driving licence or bus pass. Crossings to Ireland are on the afternoon ferry sailing from The new UK global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) gives Cairnryan to Larne or Belfast and take approx 105 minutes. you the right to access state-provided healthcare during a Republic of Ireland currency is the EURO. Northern Ireland temporary stay in the EU. This replaces the EHIC Card when currency is the UK pound. it has expired. You can apply for one for free on the NHS Full travel insurance is compulsory for all clients travelling on website and we recommend our Irish tours. It is important to get travel insurance with the you do so if travelling to right cover if you have a pre-existing medical condition. If you Southern Ireland. do travel without travel insurance you do so at your own risk. Gift Vouchers Did you know we also sell Coach Holiday Gift Vouchers? Contact our office for more details! Coach Hire / Private Group Travel Our Coaches are available for Private Hire • We can organise Day Trips and Tours for you • We can also arrange Weekend Breaks and Full Coach Holidays • We are experienced in Coach Holidays in UK, Ireland and the Continent We can supply a full itinerary covering Hotels, Ferries, Excursions with Visits, Tour Guides etc... to satisfy your needs Telephone 01346 571610 for details and a no obligation quotation 4 To book, please call: 01346 571610
Your Holiday Index March 2022 to January 2023
Depart Destination Days Page Depart Destination Days Page
March 2022 Sun 14th Charming Cheshire 5 32
Sun 13th Castle Parties 5 12 Sun 14th The Beatles Story, Liverpool 5 51
Mon 21st Yorkshire Winter Warmer 5 56 Mon 15th Oban & Enchanting Isles 5 20
Mon 21st Grand Scottish All Inclusive 5 16 Thu 18th Isle of Man 6 40
Mon 21st Hearty Highlander 5 17 Sun 21st Castles & Coastlines of Scotland 5 12
Mon 28th Welsh Tipple 5 53 Mon 22nd Secrets of Shropshire 5 49
Mon 28th Ben Nevis All Inclusive 5 11 Sat 27th Cambridge, Bletchley Park & Essex 7 31
April 2022 Sat 27th Welsh Treasures & Royal Mint 8 54
Mon 4th Shrewsbury & Ludlow 5 50 Mon 29th Heart of England 5 38
Mon 4th Mystery Tour 5 45 Mon 29th Lancashire & Ribble Valley 5 42
Mon 11th McMystery Tour 5 19 September 2022
Sun 17th England’s Lakeland Glory 5 35 Sun 4th Wye Valley & Forest of Dean 6 55
Mon 18th Isle of Skye 5 19 Sun 4th W.S.M, Bath & Cheddar Gorge 7 54
Mon 25th Trossachs Explorer 5 25 Mon 5th Blackpool Illuminations 5 29
Tue 26th Highland Hoolie, Dornoch 5 18 Mon 5th Romantic Highland Railways 5 22
Thu 28th Cheshire’s Waterway Wonder 5 33 Sun 11th Yorkshire Rail & Sail 5 56
May 2022 Mon 12th Orkney & Castle of Mey 4 20
Sun 1st Morcambe & Beyond 6 45 Tue 13th Harrogate Flower Show 5 37
Mon 2nd Scottish Island’s & Gardens 5 22 Mon 19th Blackpool Illuminations 5 29
Thu 5th Yorkshire ‘Singles Galore’ 5 55 Mon 19th Llandudno, North Wales 5 43
Mon 9th Lincolnshire & Yorkshire 5 42 Mon 19th Back in Tyne, Newcastle 5 28
Mon 9th Cream of the Cotswolds 5 33 Mon 19th Historic Lincolnshire 5 39
Mon 16th Stornoway & Highlands 6 23 Sun 25th Antrim Coast & Castles 5 6
Mon 16th Alnwick Gardens & Castle 5 28 Mon 26th Fine Highland Haunts 5 14
Sun 22nd Quay to Three Counties 5 47 Mon 26th Pennine Explorer 5 47
Mon 23rd Grand Scottish All Inclusive 5 16 October 2022
Mon 30th Ireland’s Ancient East 5 7 Mon 3rd Autumn Gold & Enchanted Forest 5 10
Mon 30th Glistening Loch Lomond 5 15 Mon 3rd Discover Gems in the Highlands 5 13
June 2022 Mon 3rd Blackpool Illuminations 5 29
Thu 2nd Catch of the Day 5 32 Mon 3rd North Wales, Chester & Railway 5 46
Mon 6th Blackpool 5 29 Mon 10th Gretna 5 25
Mon 6th Scarborough & Yorkshire Coast 5 49 Mon 10th Peak District 5 46
Sat 11th Killarney & Kerry 7 7 Mon 10th Hexham & Northumbrian Coast 5 38
Sun 12th Boats, castles & Snowdon Rail 5 30 Sun 16th West Cork’s Atlantic Way 7 8
Mon 13th Best of Both Worlds 5 11 Mon 17th Blackpool Illuminations 5 29
Mon 20th Wild About Scotland 5 26 Mon 17th McMystery 5 45
Mon 20th Ales, Railes & Dales 5 27 Mon 17th Yorkshire Steam & Summer Wine 5 50
Sat 25th Torquay, English Riviera 9 52 Sun 23rd Dales & Lakeland Explorer 5 34
Sun 26th Lake District Steam & Cruise 5 41 Mon 24th A Warm Highland Glow 5 9
Sun 26th W.S.M. Bath & Cheddar Gorge 8 54 Mon 31st Mystery Tour 5 45
July 2022 November 2022
Sat 2nd Isle of Wight 9 41 Mon 7th Turkey & Tinsel in Wales 5 52
Sun 3rd Liverpool & Manchester Ship Canal 5 43 Mon 7th Festive Fizz in Harrogate 5 36
Mon 4th Titanic Experience 5 8 Mon 7th Blackpool Turkey & Tinsel 5 29
Sat 9th Isle of Man 6 40 Fri 11th Irish Country Music Weekend 4 40
Sun 10th Elegant Eastbourne 9 35 Mon 14th West Coast Drams & Dances 5 26
Sun 10th Fermanagh & Hidden Heartlands 7 6 Sat 19th Glasgow Xmas Shopper 2 15
Tue 12th Hebridean Explorer 5 17 Mon 21st Rob Roy Turkey & Tinsel 5 21
Sat 16th Blackpool Summertime 8 29 Mon 21st Cumbrian Turkey & Tinsel 5 34
Sat 16th Bournemouth, Delightful Dorset 9 30 Mon 28th Stirring Snowdonia 5 51
Mon 18th RHS Tatton Park Flower Show 5 48 December 2022
Sun 24th The Beautiful “Bloody” Borders 5 24 Fri 2nd Metro Newcastle Shopper 3 44
Sun 24th A Taste of Yorkshire 7 27 Wed 7th Edinburgh Xmas Markets 3 13
Mon 25th Trossachs Explorer 5 25 Sun 11th Yuletide York 4 57
Mon 25th Historic Durham & Beamish 5 39 Mon 12th Highland Winter All Inclusive 5 23
Sat 30th Great Yarmouth 8 37 Fri 30th Aberfoyle Hogmanay 4 9
Sun 31st McMystery Tour 5 19 Fri 30th Arrochar Hogmanay 4 15
August 2022 Fri 30th Fort William Hogmanay 4 14
Mon 1st Ayrshires Island Duet 5 10 Fri 30th Grangemouth Hogmanay 4 16
Mon 1st Castle Howard & York 5 31 Fri 30th Strathpeffer Hogmanay 4 24
Sun 7th Manchester & Canal Cruise 5 44 January 2023
Sun 7th Royal Norfolk Steam & Cruise 6 48 Tue 3rd Inverness Reviver 5 18
Mon 8th Wales in a Nutshell 7 53 Fri 20th Robbie Burns Break 5 21
Mon 8th Robin Hood Country 5 36
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Antrim Coast & Castles £599
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 7am
Sun 25 to Thu 29 Sept 2022
Price Includes:
• Ferry crossings
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Admission to Giant’s Causeway Visitor Experience
• Admission to Carrickfergus Castle
• Guided tour of Hillsborough Castle & Gardens
includes Tea & Scones
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £120pp • Limited availability
Ballygally Castle Hotel, Ballygally
Beautifully located, this unique hotel dates
back to 1625 and is the finest hotel on the
famous Causeway Coastal Route. Its tasteful
contemporary décor, combined with the
traditional character of the hotel, adds to the
A real treat lies in store for you staying on the spectacular Antrim Coast. Enjoy excellent welcoming atmosphere. The hotel is reputedly
cuisine and stunning scenery in the comfort of a converted castle overlooking the Irish Sea. haunted by a friendly ghost, Lady Isabella, and
brave guests can visit the “ghost room” in the
excursions and menace. Visit Belfast, which is situated at Tower! All rooms are en-suite with TV and
Antrim Coast & Giants Causeway – Regarded the mouth of the River Lagan where you have
hospitality tray. There is a lift.
as one of the finest marine drives in Europe, the free time to explore. Hillsborough Castle –
Antrim Coast Road passes spectacular scenery There’s a treat instore today when we visit the • Some photographic form of identification is required
centred round the nine Glens of Antrim. We Queen’s official residence in Northern Ireland, for this tour such as Driving Licence OR Passport.
follow the coast road, built in the 1800’s to Hillsborough Castle. After a guided tour of this
provide employment for famine-stricken elegant mansion, morning tea will be served
workers through Carnlough, Cushendall and before some free time to enjoy the stunning
the National Trust village of Cushendun to the gardens and grounds and time to explore
mighty Giants Causeway. Carrickfergus Castle Hillsborough town itself with its Georgian
& Belfast – We visit Carrickfergus Castle, architecture. Spend time in Downpatrick,
which is one of Northern Ireland’s most striking home to a dedicated visitor’s centre reflecting
monuments whether you approach it from land, the life of Ireland’s patron saint.
sea or air it greets all visitors with its strength
Fermanagh & Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands £799
7 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 7am
Sun 10 to Sat 16 July 2022
Price Includes:
• Ferry crossings
• 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at
overnight hotels
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at Bush Hotel
• Guided tour of Belleek Pottery
• River Shannon cruise inc. tea, coffee & scones
• Florence Court entrance
• Enniskillen Castle Museums entrance
• Two hour Lady of the Lake cruise, Enniskillen
• Live music one night
• Quiz on one night
• Irish coffee making demonstration
• Irish night including music and a demo on
how to pull a pint of Guinness
Supplements:
We explore the beauty of “Real Ireland” from the pretty town of Carrick-on-Shannon.
• Single room supp.: £145pp • Limited availability
excursions Royal Inniskilling Dragoon Guards. We embark
Sligo & Belleek Pottery – Visit Ireland’s oldest upon a stunning scenic cruise on Lower Lough Bush Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon
pottery producer, Belleek Pottery, where we Erne, aboard the lady of the Lake. This two hour We take the afternoon ferry crossing from
enjoy a 30 minute guided tour and spend the trip takes in the sights of the area as we relax Cairnryan to Belfast and overnight on our
afternoon at leisure in Sligo. Explore the town, and immerse ourselves in the natural beauty outward journey at the Carrickdale Hotel,
following in the footsteps of its most famous that surrounds us. Cruise & free time – On Dundalk. We stay at the Armagh City Hotel,
resident, W.B. Yeats. Enniskillen – We first visit your free day, we walk the short distance to the Armagh on our return journey. Expect great
Florence Court, an 18th century Palladian house marina and take a relaxing one hour cruise on hospitality and a warm welcome at the Bush
& estate previously used as a timber processing the mighty River Shannon with the remainder of Hotel. This family owned Hotel is located on
plant, where we enjoy a guided tour. We the day at leisure to enjoy this picturesque town. the main street and has a quirky nautical
continue to Eniskillen, where we visit the themed bar and spacious restaurant serving
Eniskillen Castle Museums. Built in the 16th • Overnight bag (taken as hand luggage) required on locally sourced cuisine. All rooms are en-suite
century, Eniskillen Castle now houses the outward and return journeys. with hospitality tray.
Fermanagh County Museum and the regimental • Some photographic form of identification is required
museum of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers & 5th for this tour such as Driving Licence OR Passport.
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Ireland’s Ancient East & Delights of Dublin £519
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 7am
Mon 30 May to Fri 3 June 2022
Price Includes:
• Ferry crossings
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Tea/coffee after dinner
• Guided tour of Malahide Castle
• Entrance to Belvedere House and Gardens
• Guided tour and tasting at Distillery
• One hour circular cruise of Dublin Bay
• Live music with local dancers on last night
• Live music in the bar on one night
• Brown bread and Irish coffee making demo
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £100pp • Limited availability
Hamlet Court Hotel, Enfield
The Hamlet Court Hotel is a family run hotel
This Irish tour includes a castle, stately home, beautiful gardens, a cruise, Dublin city located in the small village of Johnstownbridge.
and whiskey! The hotel offers exceptional service, personal
touch and a warm Irish welcome. All en-suite
excursions House, Gardens & Park, a magnificent 160 acre rooms are homely decorated and have TV,
Malahide Castle & Dublin Bay Cruise – We visit lakeside estate with a fully restored Georgian
hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.
Malahide Castle & Gardens and enjoy a guided Villa, Victorian Walled Garden including the
tour by a friendly guide who will take us on a Jealous Wall, whose story we will discover • Some photographic form of identification is required
journey through time, giving us an extraordinary during our visit. In the heart of Ireland lies the for this tour such as Driving Licence OR Passport.
glimpse into the life of the castle and the Talbot town of Kilbeggan, home to the world’s oldest
family who resided there for 800 years. Visit the distillery, it is the quintessential Irish whiskey
Garden Exhibition which showcases the castle’s distillery. This is no mere “visitor centre” but a
botanical walled garden. We embark on a one- real working distillery where we include a tour
hour circular cruise of Dublin Bay departing from and tasting, enjoy! Dublin – We spend a day at
the pretty seaside town of Howth. Our relaxing leisure in the vibrant city of Dublin where you
cruise will take in amazing views of Malahide, can explore the many delights it has to offer
Lambay Island and Howth Head. Belvedere at your own pace.
House & Distillery Visit – We visit Belvedere
Killarney and the Ring of Kerry £749
7 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 7am
Sat 11 to Fri 17 June 2022
Price Includes:
• Ferry crossings
• 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at
overnight hotels in Dublin area
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at
Gleneagle Hotel
• Entertainment – full and varied
entertainment nightly
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £160pp • Limited availability
Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney
The Gleneagle Hotel is located on the outskirts
of Killarney. The hotel extends a warm welcome
to all and there is a wide range of facilities and
services at your disposal. Enjoy excellent food
with warm, friendly service. There is a shop, a
leisure centre, swimming pool, gym, sauna
Around Killarney are some of Ireland’s most beautiful areas. Experience the beauty of the
and steam room. There is entertainment each
Ring of Kerry, Dingle and Blarney Castle with its famous stone.
night in the lounge.
In Killarney itself, do not miss a trip on the jaunting cars. Also very popular are the lake
cruises at Killarney Lakes, sailing from Ross Castle and taking in the spectacular views of The hotel offers comfortable rooms, en-suite
the famous Innisfallen Island and the majestic landscape of Killarney National Park. with bath and shower, and colour television.
There is a lift to all floors and porterage is
excursions fortresses and ancient burial grounds. Blarney provided on arrival.
Ring of Kerry – Full day tour around the Castle – A visit to Blarney Castle on our return Adjacent to the hotel is the Irish National
famous ‘Ring of Kerry’, an unforgettable tour journey with opportunity to kiss the stone, an Events Centre – Ireland’s largest multi- purpose
with many beautiful views of the McGillicuddy unforgettable tour. centre and concert venue. At this centre and in
Reeks Mountains inland, the spectacular the ballroom in the hotel there is a superb line
coastline and many signs of ancient settlements. • Overnight bag (taken as hand luggage) required on up of entertainment with many national and
Dingle – A tour of the breath-taking Dingle outward and return journeys. international stars performing. Hotel guests
Peninsula to include time at leisure in Dingle • Some photographic form of identification is required get a reduced entry rate for these venues.
village. The area has a rich heritage with ruined for this tour such as Driving Licence OR Passport.
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The Titanic Experience £519
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 7am
Mon 4 to Fri 8 July 2022
Giant’s Causeway & Bushmills Distillery
Price Includes:
• Ferry crossings
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Tea/coffee after dinner
• Admission to Titanic Experience
• Admission to Giant’s Causeway
• Admission to Bushmills Distillery
• Guided tour of Belfast
• 1 night live entertainment
• 1 night quiz
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: Nil • Limited availability
Belfast Loughshore Hotel, Carrickfergus
The Belfast Loughshore Hotel is located on the
Antrim Coast in the town of Carrickfergus. The
town grew up around its massive castle and has
The Titanic Belfast Experience is a dramatic, innovative and exciting presentation of the real a beautiful marina and many shops, restaurants
story of the Titanic. The state-of-the-art exhibition takes you on a journey through the life of and bars. The hotel bedrooms are tastefully
the Titanic from her conception in Belfast through her construction and launch to her famous decorated with air-conditioning, hairdryer,
maiden voyage and tragic end.
satellite TV and hospitality tray. There is a
residents bar/lobby area as well as a bar open
excursions Botanic Gardens which house the Ulster
to non-residents. Porterage is provided.
Bushmills Distillery and Giants Causeway – Museum (free entry). The Ulster Museum offers
We travel via the Antrim Coast and visit the something for art lovers, history buffs and the
Giant’s Causeway World Heritage Site, spend curious. Come face to face with dinosaurs, get • Some photographic
time in the visitor centre to discover the ‘Giant’ up close with an Egyptian mummy or just enjoy form of identification
Finn McCool and learn about the history & a bit of peace and quiet at the café and shop. is required for this
legend of the Causeways. Visit Bushmills Some free time in Carrickfergus. Belfast City tour such as
Distillery for a guided tour to discover the tour & free time – We meet our guide for our Driving Licence
secrets of 400 years of distillery at the home of guided tour to really bring the history of this OR Passport.
Irish Whiskey. Titanic Belfast – We first visit the city to life. There will be free time to explore
Titanic Belfast followed by some time at Belfast the city centre.
West Cork’s Wild Atlantic Way £749
7 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 7am
Sun 16 to Sat 22 Oct 2022
Price Includes:
• Ferry crossings
• 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at
City North Hotel
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at
Celtic Ross Hotel
• Admission Titanic Experience, Cobh
• Admission Bantry House and Gardens
• Boat trip and admission to Garnish Island
• Guided walk of Rosscarbery and refreshments
• Admission to Blarney Castle and Rock Close
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £124pp • Limited availability
Based in the pretty village of Rosscarbery in West Cork which provides an excellent base
Celtic Ross Hotel, Rosscarbery
from which we explore this beautiful corner of Ireland.
The Celtic Ross Hotel is superbly situated
We take the afternoon ferry crossing from Cairnryan to Belfast and overnight on our
outward and return journey at the City North Hotel, Dublin. We travel to County Cork with a overlooking Rosscarbery Bay and is just a few
visit to Cobh, the final port of call for the Titanic before she met her fate in 1912 (entry to the minutes’ walk from the town centre. It has
Titanic Experience is included), before making our way to Rosscarbery, our base for 4 nights. leisure and spa facilities including indoor
swimming pool. There is a lift and all rooms
excursions the spectacular Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral. are en-suite with hospitality tray.
Bantry – We take a scenic journey via Mizen Visit Blarney Castle and for those wishing to,
Head to Bantry for time at leisure, visit Banty kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Free Day –
House and its impressive treasures. On then to We have some free time at leisure in
the harbour town of Glengariff for a boat trip to Rosscarbery village and include a guided
Garnish Island where visitors will see the effects walk with tea/coffee and biscuits on arrival
of its unique micro climate and possibly, its back at the hotel.
colony of seals. Cork & Blarney Castle – Visit
the vibrant city of Cork for shopping and • Overnight bag (taken as hand luggage) required on
sightseeing amongst the colourful buildings on outward and return journeys.
the banks of the river. Visit the famous English • Some photographic form of identification is required
Market selling Cork’s artisan produce, and see for this tour such as Driving Licence OR Passport.
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A Warm Highland Glow £339
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9.30am
Mon 24 to Fri 28 Oct 2022
Price Includes:
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Whisky distillery guided tour & tasting
• Complimentary hot refreshments each day
• 3 drinks vouchers per day (house brands)
• 2 nights entertainment
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £60pp • Limited availability
Craiglynne Hotel, Grantown-on-Spey
The Craiglynne Hotel, is an imposing, granite
Victorian hotel set in the Cairngorms National
Park and is a ten minute walk from the centre
of Grantown-on-Spey. All rooms are en-suite
with TV and hospitality tray. There is a lift.
©Flickr: Sebastian Ruff
Speyside in the autumn is a magical time of year to visit this particularly scenic area of
Scotland. Included is entry to a whisky distillery on the famous Whisky Trail for a tour
and tasting.
excursions insight into Highland life from the 1700’s to
Distillery – We travel the whisky trail and the 1950’s. Inverness & Loch Ness – We visit
include a guided tour and tasting at the Glen Inverness ‘Capital of the Highlands’ for some
Grant Whisky distillery. Highland Folk free time and travel along the shores of Loch
Museum – We spend some time in ‘Monarch Ness to Drumnadrochit. Maybe you can catch
of the Glen’ country and visit the Highland a glimpse of Nessie!
Folk Museum at Newtonmore, which gives an
Aberfoyle Hogmanay £349
4 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 10am
Fri 30 Dec to Mon 2 Jan 2023
Price Includes:
• 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Live entertainment each night
• Lunch on New Year’s Day
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: Nil • Limited availability
Rob Roy Hotel, Aberfoyle
Located in idyllic Trossachs countryside on the
edge of Aberfoyle and within Queen Elizabeth
National Park, this hotel is ideal for a relaxing
break. All bedrooms are tastefully furnished and
offer all modern conveniences. You are assured
of a warm welcome, appetizing meals and
friendly service. Guests will enjoy a programme
of live entertainment.
Although only a small village, Aberfoyle is lovingly cradled by Loch Lomond and the
Trossachs National Park. All three with bags of charm, scenery and unique appeal,
particularly during the mystical winter season, where the frost, mist and perhaps snow
will cover the distinct landscape creating a picture postcard look. Combine this with the
traditional Scottish welcome of the Rob Roy Hotel and the festivities will endlessly flow.
excursions
Full day excursion on Hogmanay day.
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Autumn Gold & Its Enchanting Forest £359
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9.30am
Mon 3 to Fri 7 Oct 2022
Price Includes:
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Entry into the Enchanted Forest
• Entry to Famous Grouse Whisky Distillery
• Entry to Glamis Castle & Gardens
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £60pp • Limited availability
Angus Hotel, Blairgowrie
Centrally situated, the Angus hotel has modern
rooms with WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee
making facilities. There is also a modern heated
swimming pool, sauna and modern spa bath.
Enriched in a palette of breath taking colours, arguably, Scotland is at its best in the autumn
time – deep reds, gold, purple, copper and russets transform the mountain and valley
landscapes. These arboreal displays are best seen in October. The Enchanted Forest is the
highlight of this tour, set in stunning woodland near Pitlochry and using the forest as a
natural backdrop, we experience a light show that is quite simply out of this world.
Glamis Castle & Gardens, & Enchanted into the purple clad Highlands, along the
Forest – Admire the stunning architecture and shoreline of Loch Tay and the rustic woodlands
furnishings of Glamis, regarded as Scotland’s by Loch Earn. Stop in Crieff with a guided tour
prettiest castle, dating back to the 14th century. and 2 tastings of The Glenturret at the world’s
Time to appreciate the extensive gardens in oldest distillery. St. Andrews – Visit the ancient
all their autumn colours by strolling the various university town of St. Andrews, with its Royal
pathways and nature trails. After dinner, we connections and is the home of golf. The town
head to the Enchanted forest. Lochs & Whisky is full of character with boutique shops &
Galore – See Perthshire’s Autumn glory visiting alleyways. NOte: Please book early to avoid disappointment as tickets
Queen Victoria’s view at Loch Tummel, then for enchanted Forest are in high demand and sell out fast.
Ayrshires Island Duet £419
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Mon 1 to Fri 5 Aug 2022
Price Includes:
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Scottish themed night with entertainment
• Return ferry To Arran
• Entry Brodick Castle & Gardens
• Return ferry to Bute
• Entry Mount Stuart Mansion & Gardens
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £60pp • Limited availability
South Beach Hotel, Troon
The family owned South Beach Hotel is located
opposite the links and beach with only a short,
level walk to the town centre. All en-suite
bedrooms are tastefully decorated and there are
2 bars, a function suite, restaurant and residents
lounge. Local staff pride themselves in providing
excellent accommodation and serving quality
Based in the coastal resort of Troon, this holiday combines beautiful coastal drives along the
food in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. There
Ayrshire coastline and full days out exploring both the Isle of Arran, Scotland’s 7th largest
island with entry into Brodick Castle & Gardens and fashionable Isle of Bute with a visit to is no lift but a number of ground floor rooms
its Gothic mansion, Mount Stuart. are available.
excursions Miniature”. We visit the Baronial Brodick Castle
Isle of Bute – We drive along the Firth of Clyde & Gardens, dating back to the 13th century
and take the ferry over to Rothesay on the Isle and is packed full of treasures, has impressive
of Bute. Here you have some free time in what gardens overlooking the Firth of Clyde and has
used to be, a fashionable Victorian resort. recently had a £1.5 m restoration. Free time
We continue with a tour of the island and our in Brodick before a scenic tour around the
visit to what is probably the most flamboyant Southern part of the Island. Half day local
great house in the UK, Mount Stuart. Isle of Ayrshire Coastal Drive – Visiting the pretty
Arran – We board the morning ferry for our village of Alloway and free time in Troon.
crossing to Arran known as “Scotland in
10 To book, please call: 01346 571610Ben Nevis ‘All Inclusive’ £319
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Mon 28 March to Fri 1 April 2022
Price Includes:
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Packed lunch or soup and sandwich lunch daily
• 3 drinks vouchers per day
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £64pp • Limited availability
Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club, Fort William
You’ll find the Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club a
lovely place to stay and relax. Great atmosphere,
comfortable surroundings and the friendly staff
will make sure you are well looked after. There
are 119 bedrooms in total in the hotel, all with
en-suite bathrooms and hospitality tray.
The West Highlands surrounding Fort William not only has the most beautiful landscapes
in the UK, but is also steeped in ancient history, proud traditions and a unique culture.
Our ‘All Inclusive’ Ben Nevis break includes overlooking the Great Glen, Spean Bridge and
Soup and Sandwich Lunch or Packed Lunch along the shores of Loch Lochy to Fort
daily, 3 drinks vouchers per day of which 2 can Augustus. Glencoe – We travel South along
be used for alcoholic drinks per day, choosing Loch Linnhe to North Ballachulish and round
from selected house wines and spirits, draught Loch Leven to Kinlochleven and Glencoe. Your
lager and beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee. camera is a ‘must’ to capture the spectacular
scenery. Fort William – Free time to enjoy Fort
excursions William at your own pace. Situated in the high
Spean Bridge & Fort Augustus – We spend street in the heart of this historic town is the
some time exploring the local area, Neptune’s West Highland Museum where you can
Staircase – a series of lock gates rising 62 feet discover the turbulent history of the West
from the loch to the Caledonian Canal. The Highlands. (Free Admission).
Commando Monument, standing proud
“Best of Both Worlds” £429
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Mon 13 to Fri 17 June 2022
Price Includes:
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Welcome tea/coffee & shortbread on arrival
• Entry Devils Porridge
• Cruise on Lake Ullswater
• Entry Lowther Castle & Gardens
• Full day guided tour of the Cumbrian Solway
Firth area
• Half day guided tour of the Scottish Solway
Firth area
Supplements:
On this tour we visit England and Scotland, with a blend of North, South, old and new. • Single room supp.: £68pp • Limited availability
We include a cruise in the Lake District and entry to Devils Porridge Museum and Lowther
Castle and Gardens, combined with fascinating tours of ‘Secret Solway’, no stone will be Greens Hall Hotel, Gretna Green
left uncovered on this voyage of discovery.
Gretna Green still thrives on their fame as
excursions Solway estuary. There will be a visit to Annan the first place over the Scottish Border where
Cumbrian Solway Firth – We have a full day harbour, once a busy ship building site and an runaway young lovers from England could be
guided tour of ‘Secret Solway’ in Cumbria. With historic stepping off point for Scottish people married on the spot without parental consent.
dramatic views across the water to Scotland, emigrating to the USA and Canada in the Few places in the world are as linked to romance
take in the fortified medieval sites and the local 1800’s. Also included are landscape and sites as Gretna Green. The Greens hotel offers a light,
history of attractive Solway coastal towns and which influenced the famous Scottish poet, fresh environment in each of the en-suite
villages. Time at leisure in the seaside location Rabbie Burns. Lowther Castle & Ullswater bedrooms, with tea and coffee making facilities,
of Silloth is followed by a scenic drive along the Cruise – We have a glorious drive to Lowther There is a lift.
coast to the once important shipbuilding town Castle and Gardens. ‘A jewel in the English
of Maryport. Devils Porridge & Scottish Lake District’s crown’. The castle ruins, as they
Solway Firth – We visit the Devil’s Porridge are now, were once home to an array of
Museum, commemorating HM Factory Gretna, treasures from around the globe. With visiting
the largest munitions factory in the world during dignitaries including kings, queens, writers and
the First World War. The museum also brings to poets, the exhibition in the old stable block tells
life the Solway Military Coast during the Second the story of the family and its 850 year history in
World War and beyond. Meet our guide for an vivid detail. We visit Glenridding for a relaxing
afternoon tour taking in the Scottish side of the cruise on Lake Ullswater.
Visit our website: www.simpsonscoaches.co.uk 11Castle Parties £359
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Sun 13 to Thu 17 March 2022
Price Includes:
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Welcome bucks fizz
• Glass of wine each night
• Dram before Scottish meal
• Entrance to Rosslyn Chapel
• Entertainment two nights
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £100pp • Limited availability
Barony Castle Hotel, Peebles
Barony Castle Hotel offers well equipped
en-suite bedrooms, with a hair dryer, TV and
hospitality tray. The hotel has a lift. Enjoy the
Living like a Scottish Laird for a few days is a truly wonderful experience. We will be staying contemporary bar and restaurant, conservatory
in a high standard 4-star Castle, and also included is a visit to Rosslyn Chapel, the film set and terrace area, with outstanding views of the
for Tom Hanks Da Vinci code. This break also includes a Scottish evening with a dram before countryside. The hotel also benefits from full
your Scottish themed meal, welcome bucks fizz on 1st night, glass of wine each night and leisure facilities including an indoor swimming
2 nights entertainment. pool, thermal spa, sauna and gym and is
surrounded by 25 acres of countryside.
excursions
Border Towns – We have a day exploring the
border towns of Galashiels, Melrose and its Abbey
– destroyed by Richard 11 in 1385, it is one of
Scotland’s most famous ruins, Dryburgh, Kelso,
Hawick and Selkirk. Edinburgh – We have a day in
Edinburgh where you and visit the National
Museum of Scotland. Rosslyn Chapel & Peebles –
We include entry to Rosslyn Chapel, immortalized
in Dan Browns film “Da Vinci Code”. It is a
stunning place to explore the myths and legends
surrounding the whereabouts of the “Holy Grail”.
Some free time in the pretty town of Peebles.
Castles & Coastlines of £419
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Sun 21 to Thu 25 Aug 2022
Scotland’s Deepest South
Price Includes:
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Entry Drumlanrig Castle & Gardens
• Entry Threave Gardens
• Entry Floors Castle & Gardens
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £80 • Limited availability
Cairndale Hotel, Dumfries
The Cairndale Hotel is a characterful hotel with
leisure facilities and is a short stroll from the
town centre. All rooms are en-suite with
hospitality tray and there is a lift.
The SW corner of Scotland beholds unspoilt beauty of forests, coastline & mountains.
This area is strewn with ancient castles, two of which are visited, ancient monuments, ruined
abbeys & many relics of a turbulent past of clan warfare and an area fought over by the
English & Scots. Few will remain unmoved by the unspoilt beauty of this corner of Scotland.
excursions along the coast to the pretty harbour town of
Drumlanrig Castle – After a morning free in Kirkcudbright. Turning inland through the
Dumfries with an attractive town centre and Galoway Forest, we visit the much-acclaimed
riverside walks, we visit Drumlanrig Castle & Threave Gardens, a garden for all seasons and
Gardens, an impressive Renaissance Castle rich a haven for wildlife, with an osprey platform and
in its heritage & culture. There are well laid out bat reserve. Floors Castle & Borders Towns –
gardens, woodland walks and a castle Todays circular tour weaves the history, culture
brimming with period furnishings. Solway and stunning landscapes of the Tweed Valley
Coast & Threave Gardens – Today we tour and the Border Towns of Kelso, Jedburgh &
Scotland’s SW coastline which truly is a hidden Hawick. The highlight of the day is 18th century
gem with unspoilt villages and harbour side Floors Castle & Gardens, the largest inhabited
towns. We stop off at romantic Sweetheart castle in Scotland with stunning interiors
Abbey dating back to 1273, then continue & magnificent gardens.
12 To book, please call: 01346 571610Discover Gems in the Highland Glens £359
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Mon 3 to Fri 7 Oct 2022
Price Includes:
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Entry Inveraray Castle
• Single Rail to Fort William
• Cruise on Loch Lomond
• Entertainment two nights
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £70pp • Limited availability
Ben Doran Hotel, Tyndrum
Set in its own grounds in the centre of Tyndrum
with open views from all bedrooms. All rooms
are en-suite with tea and coffee making facilities.
There is a lift.
A gem of a tour based in an idyllic Highland setting, surrounded by mountains which takes
in the UK’s most famous train line, visit one of Scotland’s most impressive castles, a cruise
on the open waters of a loch, as well as spending time on an island.
excursions Inveraray – Drive along the shoreline of Loch
Fort William & The West Highland Line – Lomond to Tarbet to join the included cruise
Next to the hotel, board the train for the most out onto the northern end of the fjord-like loch.
scenic of railway journeys through the glens and Visit historical Inveraray on Loch Fyne with
round the massif of Ben Nevis to Fort William. admission into Inveraray Castle, with its opulent
Fort William is the focal point of the West rooms, historic artefacts and beautiful gardens.
Highlands and time is spent seeing the sights. Oban & Seil Island – Spend some time in the
Nearby is Neptunes Staircase, a Victorian waterfront town of Oban, the “Gateway to the
engineering marvel, see boats navigating a Isles”, travel over the Atlantic bridge and on to
series of 8 lock gates on the Caledonian Canal. Seil Island, a captivating and small island full of
Return through the majestic mountainous history and was once famous for slate mining.
scenery of Glencoe. Loch Lomond &
Edinburgh Christmas Market £199
3 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Wed 7 to Fri 9 Dec 2022
Price Includes:
• 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £50pp • Limited availability
Mercure Edinburgh City, Edinburgh
The Mercure Edinburgh City is located on
Princes Street, Edinburgh. All bedrooms are
en-suite and offer fine and comfortable
accommodation and have flat screen TV’s and
internet access. Enjoy panoramic views of the
majestic Edinburgh Castle from the Princes
Dining Room restaurant where friendly staff
will endeavour to make your stay memorable.
©Flickr: Mark Harkin
Join us in fabulous Edinburgh this Christmastime and get your Christmas shopping off to
a flying start. With fantastic shops along world famous Princes Street and in nearby Ocean
Terminal, Christmas Markets packed with seasonal gifts and entertainment, and wonderful
sights all within easy reach, makes Edinburgh the perfect festive break.
Edinburgh Christmas Markets start in late Edinburgh's waterfront. It is also home to
November with the switch on of the Christmas the popular tourist attraction the Royal Yacht
lights. With the official switch on the whole city Britannia.
gets into the swing of things with an entire Day 2 – You will have a full day free in
month packed with spectacular events, Edinburgh to explore the markets and enjoy
performances and fairground rides. the Christmas delights of Princes Street and
gardens.
excursions Day 3 – We visit Livingstone Designer
Day 1 – On arrival in Edinburgh we visit Ocean Outlet with its wide range of stores, it has
Terminal, a unique shopping experience at something to suit everyone.
Visit our website: www.simpsonscoaches.co.uk 13Fine Highland Haunts £459
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Mon 26 to Fri 30 Sept 2022
Price Includes:
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Entry Cawdor Castle & Gardens
• Entry Culloden Battlefield & Exhibition
• Cruise on Loch Ness
• Entry Urquhart Castle
• Single rail journey on Kyle Line
• Light lunch Dunollie Hotel, Skye
• Entertainment two nights
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £60pp • Limited availability
Highland Hotel, Strathpeffer
The Highland Hotel, formerly a Victorian mansion
is set in its own grounds with views of the glen
& quaint Strathpeffer. All rooms are en-suite with
This tour based in Strathpeffer showcases the finest area and attractions which make this tea and coffee making facilities. There is a lift.
area of the Highlands so popular. Included is a cruise on a famous loch, a famous rail
journey over to Skye as well as exploring ancient castles & an emotive battlefield.
excursions Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle – After some
Cawder Castle & Gardens, Culloden free time in Inverness, we drive along the
Battlefield & Whisky Trail – First stop is shoreline of Loch Ness, visit Urquhart Castle
Culloden. Be absorbed in the powerful, visitor centre and grounds before a cruise out
emotive & atmospheric battlefield, the last on onto Loch Ness – take your camera just in
British soil, where in 1746 the Jacobite rising case you see something lurking in the loch!
came to a tragic end. Nearby is entry to Kyle Railway Line & Isle of Skye – Take your
Cawdor Castle, dating back to the 14th century, seat on “One of the best railway journeys in
Cawdor has a fascinating history with links to the world” according to Michael Palin. In Kyle
Macbeth and William Shakespeare. Stroll your coach awaits to take you over the bridge
the Gardens surrounding Cawdor. There are to the Isle of Skye, an island full of mystery
3 distinctly different gardens and a nature trail and history. Included is a light lunch at the
through ancient Caledonian forest. Inverness, Dunollie Hotel, Broadford.
Fort William Hogmanay £419
4 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Fri 30 Dec to Mon 2 Jan 2023
Price Includes:
• 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Light lunch hogmanay day
• Entertainment each evening
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £54pp • Limited availability
Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club, Fort William
You’ll find the Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club a
lovely place to stay and relax. Great atmosphere,
comfortable surroundings and the friendly staff
will make sure you are well looked after. Situated
only a mile outside of Fort William, known as the
outdoor capital of the UK. Fort William is famous
for its beautiful Highland scenery and is situated
close to the largest mountain in the United
Kingdom, the iconic Ben Nevis. There are 119
bedrooms in total in the hotel, all with en-suite
bathrooms and hospitality tray.
Come celebrate Hogmanay in style!
Day 1 – You are welcomed with a drink’s glass of bubbly at the Bells. An appetising
reception followed by a delicious 3-course finger buffet will be served. Day 3, New Year’s
evening meal and music and dancing in the Day – after a leisurely Bucks Fizz brunch, you
ballroom. Day 2, Hogmanay Day – after a have the day to yourself to explore the town
hearty Scottish breakfast, we have an excursion of Fort William, or simply relax in the hotel
of the local area on our coach and return to the and make full use of the leisure facilities onsite
hotel for lunch. Afternoon is at leisure with time including heated pool, sauna and jacuzzi.
to get ready for the night ahead, starting with Dinner and an evening of more entertainment
your delicious 4-course Hogmanay Dinner with into the wee small hours. Day 4 – After a
fabulous live evening entertainment before a hearty breakfast we make our way home.
14 To book, please call: 01346 571610Glasgow Christmas Shopper £99
2 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 6am
Sat 19 to Sun 20 Nov 2022
Price Includes:
• 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £25pp • Limited availability
Ramada By Wyndham, East Kilbride
The Ramada East Kilbride is conveniently located
right next to the East Kilbride Shopping Centre.
All rooms are en-suite with TV and hospitality
tray. There is a lift to all floors.
Get into the festive mood as we hit Glasgow and East Kilbride for some Christmas
shopping. Shop till you drop or explore at your own pace!
This tour is the perfect opportunity to purchase that special gift and embrace in some
festive cheer!
Day 1 – We visit Glasgow city centre shops the Argyle Arcade.
which are recognised as being the best Day 2 – We have free time at East Kilbride.
shopping in the UK outside of London. Along East Kilbride is home to Scotland’s largest
the main streets are shopping malls such as enclosed shopping and leisure complex with
the Sauchiehall Street Centre, the Buchanan over 180 exciting brands, a 9 screen Odeon
Galleries, Princes Square, the St. Enoch cinema and ice rink and is situated next door ©Flickr: Caitriana Nicholson
Centre and the bright and sunny atriums of to the Ramada East Kilbride.
Glistening Loch Long & Loch Lomond £349
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Mon 30 May to Fri 3 June 2022
Price Includes:
MAY TOUR
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Entertainment on two nights
£399 Departs Aberdeen: 9am
4 Days Fri 30 Dec to Mon 2 Jan 2023
Price Includes:
HOGMANAY
• 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• A full entertainment programme and a glass
of fizz to welcome in 2023
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £12pppn
Limited availability
Arrochar is set amongst some of the most beautiful scenery on the Cowal peninsula and is a Arrochar Hotel, Arrochar
convenient base for our excursions. Originally designed and built in the 19th
century, the Arrochar Hotel is one of the most
excursions Fyne with its famous jail and impressive Castle. enviably positioned hotels in Argyll and Bute.
May Tour – Excursions each day. Dunoon – We continue our circular tour towards Loch Awe It is based at the very foot of the ‘Arrochar Alps’
Day trip travelling down the side of Loch Eck, to with Kilchurn Castle in view and return to our on the shores of Loch Long, only two miles
the pretty coastal town of Dunoon, the ideal hotel via Tyndrum & Crianlarich. Luss & Loch
from Loch Lomond, with views across the
place to relax and enjoy the splendid scenery Lomond – We travel down the side of Loch
Loch to the mountains beyond. All rooms have
and discover the history of this famous tourist Lomond with its glittery waters, majestic peaks
en-suite, TV and hospitality tray. There is also
spot. Wander along the Victorian Pier, explore and breath-taking views with visits to Luss
a lift, entertainment some nights and you
the historic castle mounds or browse the little (home to TV’s Take the High Road) and Lomond
gift and craft shops. Inveraray & Highland Shores, a unique 5-star visitor attraction with are assured of a warm welcome and high
Lochs – Inveraray is a 17th century time an amazing location on the banks of Loch standards of food and comfort.
capsule. Explore this unspoilt maritime town Lomond. Hogmanay – There will be a full day
beautifully positioned on the shores of Loch excursion on Hogmanay day.
Visit our website: www.simpsonscoaches.co.uk 15Grand Scottish “All Inclusive” £319
5 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 9am
Mon 21 to Fri 25 March 2022
£359 Departs Aberdeen: 9am
5 Days Mon 23 to Fri 27 May 2022
Price Includes:
• 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Entertainment three nights, one Scottish themed
• Wine with dinner each night
• 3 drinks voucher’s each night
• Entry to Dumfries House (May tour)
• Entry to Rosslyn Chapel
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: Nil • Limited availability
Tinto House Hotel, Symington
So much is included within this holiday.
The Tinto House Hotel is a group orientated
hotel where you are assured of personal and
attentive service at all times. As well as the
drinks element, the package includes wine with
dinner, entertainment and also entry into two
Based in a cosy 3-star countryside hotel on the edge of Biggar, this is the perfect base for of Scotland’s most fascinating and popular
our daily excursions. attractions. All rooms are en-suite with tea
and coffee making facilities.
excursions A full day visiting Carlisle and the Northern lakes.
Excursions on both tours. Edinburgh & Rosslyn May tour only – We visit Dumfries House, one
Chapel – Visit to Edinburgh, travelling through of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes where
the beautiful Borders county and Rosslyn a guided tour is included along with tea/coffee
Chapel, a truly compelling and unique and shortbread. Set in 2000 acres of land it is
building surviving the turbulent times of the regarded as an 18th century time capsule since
Reformation. Borders Tour – We have a day the principal room’s contents have remained
touring the Borders with visits to Moffat, virtually unchanged for 250 years, this is
©Flickr: tom Parnell
Melrose and Peebles. March tour only – followed by some free time in Biggar.
Grangemouth Hogmanay £419
4 Days
Departs Aberdeen: 10am
Fri 30 Dec to Mon 2 Jan 2023
Price Includes:
• 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Entertainment each evening
Supplements:
• Single room supp.: £60pp • Limited availability
Lea Park Hotel, Grangemouth
The Lea Park Hotel is a traditional, family run
3-star hotel set in the historical part of
Grangemouth. Each of the warm, welcoming
rooms are en-suite with TV and hospitality tray.
There is no lift.
There is a pre-dinner reception and three
course dinner, followed by light entertainment
on our first night.
Come Celebrate Hogmanay at the Lea Park Hotel!
Hogmanay Day – After a leisurely Scottish dancing and jigging til the wee sma’ hours!
Breakfast we have a morning excursion on our New Year’s Day – Enjoy a leisurely brunch and
coach. Return to hotel for a light buffet lunch. take a stroll if you wish before a light buffet
Tea, coffee and pastries are served in the lunch. There will be an afternoon scenic drive,
afternoon. The Hogmanay celebrations begin returning to our hotel for tea, coffee and games
with a gala four course dinner, followed by an in the afternoon. This evening, a delicious
exceptional evenings cabaret and dancing, a buffet dinner will be served, followed by an
glass of bubbly to bring in the New Year, and evening of light entertainment.
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