Easter in Ayrshire

EASTER IN AYRSHIRE

 

17 – 21 April 2025

Thursday – Monday

5 Days

From £545

 

Are you planning a holiday for Easter and looking for the perfect destination? Look no further than Ayrshire, Scotland! With its stunning landscapes, rich history, and abundance of outdoor activities, this region is the ideal place to spend your holiday. Get ready to be charmed by this beautiful area and make unforgettable memories during your Easter break in Ayrshire!

 

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Irvine   |   Scottish Maritime Museum   |   Ayrshire Coastal Drive   |   Robert Burns Museum   |    Brodick Castle   |   Isle of Arran

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel to Irvine, arriving late afternoon you will have time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY TWO – Irvine and Scottish Maritime Museum

Irvine was made a Royal Burgh in 1372 by Robert II and is now a busy town with important historical and maritime connections. Its harbour became a major west coast seaport.Explore Ship to Shore on Irvine’s Harbourside – where else could you marvel at a boat built in the bedroom of a Glasgow townhouse by two teenagers in the last century, a Viking Fourareen built by a Shetland crofter using driftwood or the curious Uffa Fox Parachuted Airborne Lifeboat complete with survival kit?

 

DAY THREE – Ayrshire Coastal Drive and Robert Burns Museum

Today we head firstly to Troon and enjoy its long beach and promenade before we visit Ayr and Alloway – the home of Scotland’s most famous poet.  We visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum - a truly unique encounter with Scotland’s favourite son. This flagship museum starts a journey that weaves through the village, taking you from historical buildings to landmarks known to Burns.In the afternoon we continue as we head along the cost and take in the views of the Firth to Arran and pass Culzean Castle.

 

DAY FOUR – Brodick Castle and the Isle of Arran

This morning we take the ferry to the Isle of Arran, where we then make our way Brodick Castle and Gardens, dating back to the 13th century. In a stunning setting, with the sea and hills surrounding it, this castle was built on the site of a Viking fortress and its history dates back centuries.

Packed with treasures and with impressive gardens that overlook the Firth of Clyde, there’s much to see before we then continue on a scenic tour of the island before heading back to our hotel.

 

DAY FIVE – Departure

After breakfast this morning we leave our hotel and make our journey home with comfort stops en route.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

• Luxury coach travel

• Home pick-up

• 4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

• Porterage on arrival and departure

• Tea/coffee and shortbread on arrival

• Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

• Pianist on one night

• Tea and Hot Cross Buns on Good Friday

• Easter Egg

• Easter Sunday lunch

• Admission to the Scottish Maritime Museum

• Admission to Robert Burns Birthplace

• Admission to Brodick Castle

• Arran ferry crossing.

 

RIVERSIDE LODGE HOTEL, IRVINE

Ayrshire’s Premier Hotel located in Irvine. This refined retreat is in the heart of Irvine, Scotland, where centuries of history seamlessly blend with contemporary comfort. Nestled amidst the captivating landscapes of Irvine, the hotel beckons with a promise of tranquillity and sophistication. Offering genuine hospitality, a haven of relaxation and charm. Discover the allure of Irvine as you embark on a journey of comfort, culture, and captivating experiences at this distinguished hotel.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea/coffee and shortbread on arrival

Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

Pianist on one night

Tea and Hot Cross Buns on Good Friday

Easter Egg

Easter Sunday lunch

Admission to the Scottish Maritime Museum

Admission to Robert Burns Birthplace

Admission to Brodick Castle

Arran ferry crossing.

 

RIVERSIDE LODGE HOTEL, IRVINE

Ayrshire’s Premier Hotel located in Irvine. This refined retreat is in the heart of Irvine, Scotland, where centuries of history seamlessly blend with contemporary comfort. Nestled amidst the captivating landscapes of Irvine, the hotel beckons with a promise of tranquillity and sophistication. Offering genuine hospitality, a haven of relaxation and charm. Discover the allure of Irvine as you embark on a journey of comfort, culture, and captivating experiences at this distinguished hotel.

 

 HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
4 star	Tea/coffee making facilities	Lift
Bar	Television	Wheelchair accessible
Restaurant	Hairdryer
Lounge	Wifi

 

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	17 – 21 APR 2025	THURSDAY	£545	£120 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£27.28

 

 

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

Riverside Lodge Hotel Scottish Maritime Museum Robert Burns Birthplace Museum Brodick Castle