0ban is one of Scotland’s most popular holiday resorts, situated in a lovely sheltered bay in the Western Highlands. Known as the "Gateway to the Isles" the panoramic views of the mountains, lochs and islands have captivated artists, authors, composers and poets for centuries. Victorian Villas, hotels and shops line the lovely curved esplanade and harbour. There are many interesting shops to explore including the Caithness Glass showrooms, plus Oban Distillery and the World in Miniature.
- EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
- Full day via Loch Linnhe to Fort William, nestling beneath the mighty Ben Nevis, an opportunity to take a cable car ride into the Nevis Range for some spectacular views. Continue to Glencoe, the most famous glen in Scotland with some of the finest scenery in the central Highlands.
- Short day via the shores of Loch Fyne to Inveraray, one of Scotland's most beautiful historic towns. Attractions include Inveraray Castle, home of the Duke and Duchess of Argyll, the Maritime Museum and Inveraray Jail, Scotland’s living 19th century prison where life-like figures, sounds and smells bring the old courtroom and former county prison back to life.
- OPTIONAL EXCURSION
- Full day to the Isle of Mull, travelling by ferry from Oban to Craignure. On arrival we commence a lovely scenic drive across the south of the Isle of Mull, travelling through Glen More and along the shores of picturesque Loch Scridain to Fionnphort. From here a short ferry crossing the Holy Island of Iona, an historic place of pilgrimage with its Abbey, Benedictine Nunnery and the Reilig Oran - the burial place of Kings.
