Description
Fort William, the “Outdoor Capital of the UK”, is not only an important tourist centre but also a splendid location from which to explore the magnificent Western Highlands. It is situated at the southern end of the Great Glen, on the shores of Loch Linnhe, beneath towering Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. For those who do not feel quite up to the ascent of Ben Nevis, nearby Aonach Mor offers Britain's only alpine cable car, rising over 2000 feet to the Snowgoose restaurant, from where there are spectacular views of the Great Glen. The surrounding countryside has some of Britain’s most spectacular and romantic scenery and its torrid history has produced over 30 battlefields in the Lochaber area alone. As a touring centre Fort William is unrivalled and our splendid excursion programme makes the best of this with coverage of many of the area's most interesting places
Itinerary
Holiday Itinerary
TOUR OPERATES SUNDAY TO SUNDAY
EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
Full Day Excursion to Mallaig
Along the famous "Road to the Isles" to this delightful fishing port, superbly situated overlooking the Sound of Sleat and the Cuillin Mountains of Skye. We return via the beautiful Moidart hills with stunning views of Loch Sunart and Loch Linnhe before taking a short ferry back to Fort William.
Full Day Excursion to Inverness and Loch Ness
We travel to this beautiful city which boasts a host of historic buildings including Inverness Castle and St. Andrew’s Cathedral. We also see magnificent Loch Ness surrounded by the towering Scottish hills – and perhaps even catch a glimpse of “Nessie”!
Full Day Excursion to the Isle of Skye
A scenic journey takes us along Loch Lochy, then past the Five Sisters of Kintail to the much photographed Eliean Donan Castle. We continue to Kyle of Lochalsh and then across to Skye with a short tour of this enchanting island.
NOTE: This tour operates via Burtonwood Interchange, therefore clients travelling from towns north of Preston may wish to join direct at Forton Services.
Venue Information
Croit Anna Hotel
Situated on the shores of Loche Linnhe, three miles from the centre of Fort William, with spectacular views across the loch from all of the public rooms and most of the bedrooms, the Croit Anna offers a comfortable and friendly base in which to relax.
92 bedrooms with central heating and/or individual electric heating, bath or shower and WC. All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, hair dryer and TV with radio channels. There is a panoramic lounge, two bars, terrace and entertainment most evenings. There is no lift but there are ground floor rooms available on request. Extensive car parking.
Note for clients with a mobility impairment: this hotel has eighteen ground floor bedrooms but there is no lift to the other bedroom floors. There is level access to Reception, Lounge, Bar and Restaurant but the Glencoe Suite which is occasionally used for entertainment is on the first floor. Please ensure you submit a Special Needs form if you are mobility impaired.
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