Exploring GLASGOW, OBAN, MULL, and EDINBURG, Friday/Saturday-11/12th September to Saturday/Sunday- 19/20th September, 2026
This text I have lifted from Shan’s Itinerary, so I refers to her. Between this and the images you should remember what we did or for those who did not go, get a feeling for what we did.
Fri, 11th Glasgow
I and a few others will arrive and meet up, mid-afternoon.
Staying at the Sandman Signature
Sat, 12th Glasgow
Ross has offered to take us on a walk through the city on Saturday to see the impressive architecture, such as the Burrell Collection, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Shipyards and meet Rebecca in Maple Leaf Bakery.
Arrive 6pm – 11.30pm, with Dinner served at 7.30pm, Dress is casual. The Buttery, in The Belles, 2 Fat Ladies Restaurant, Argyle Street. We have the downstairs room for our exclusive use. I expect 31 of us!
Staying at the Sandman Signature
Sun, 13th
Coach Drive to Oban, via Loch Lomond and Glencoe. It’s a classic and scenic drive. Coach will pick up from the Sandman Signature hotel at 9.00 am or might be at the end of the road. It is an early departure but it’s about 120 miles and we must catch the Oban – Craignure Ferry. Check in closes at 15.25 !! 48-seater coach (with toilet). It will stop in both Loch Lomond and Glencoe for a short stop for photos and stretch legs. Short walk along the main road to the Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa (IOMH) from the Ferry Terminal in Craignure. I’ll arrange for the hotel to take our luggage. They have a courtesy van, which might offer a lift to one or two.
Staying at the Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa
Mon 14th
Coach to Fionnphort (1 hour 20 mins), then 10-minute ferry crossing to island of Iona. 10.30am Meet Birthe Marie at Fionnphort. Coach will return us to Isle of Mull hotel about 5pm. Visit Iona and the spectacular Iona Abbey, known as the Cradle of Christianity. Several little craft shops and cafes on Iona. It’s a gorgeous island. Some nice walks or Sailing on the Birthe Marie with my friend Mark. www.boattripsiona.co He’ll decide where we go on the day depending on the weather. Around 3 – 3.5 hours on the boat,
Staying at the Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa
Tues, 15th
Exploring the wild areas of Mull. 2 vans booked with Nature Scotland to either drive or walk with the experts. 10am-5pm www.naturescotland.com or Day of leisure, coastal walks maybe whale watching off Tobermory? You’d have to book this yourself. Another idea would be to visit Tobermory, Capital of Mull, on the local bus. It’s a very pretty village. Visit Tobermory harbour, distillery, lighthouse, a couple of souvenir shops, pubs. or Boat trip to Staffa and Fingals Cave
Staying at the Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa
Weds, 16th
Exploring the wild areas of Mull. 2 vans booked with Nature Scotland to either drive or walk with the experts. 10am-5pm www.naturescotland.com or Day of leisure, coastal walks maybe whale watching off Tobermory? You’d have to book this yourself. Another idea would be to visit Tobermory, Capital of Mull, on the local bus. It’s a very pretty village. Visit Tobermory harbour, distillery, lighthouse, a couple of souvenir shops, pubs. or Boat trip to Staffa and Fingals Cave (yes this is a repeat of the 15th but ends differently)
Dinner booked for 6.30pm prompt at The Western Isles Hotel in Tobermory.
Staying at the Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa
Thurs, 17th
Staying at Old Waverley Hotel in Princes Street Edinburgh.
9.30am Morning Depart Mull, Walk to Ferry terminal to catch the 10.30am Ferry from Craignure to Oban (45 mins). Passenger ferry to Oban to arrive before 12pm. Chance to have a couple of hours in the little attractive port of Oban. FANTASTIC sea food available on the quay. In The Green Shack Seafood Hut. Just queue up. Not to be missed! (this food opportunity was available on the 15th as well) Depart 3pm on coach from SHORE STREET (by the Premier Inn Hotel) for early evening arrival at Old Waverly hotel in Edinburgh, about 6pm
Staying at Old Waverley Hotel in Princes Street Edinburgh.
Fri 18th
Day exploring the numerous sights of the capital of Scotland. I’ve booked a Buffet Evening Party in the Prestonfield Golf Club from 6pm – 11.30pm. 2 very pleasant rooms with a dedicated bar in Prestonfield Golf Club, just 2 miles out of the city. Great views of Arthur’s Seat.
Staying at Old Waverley Hotel in Princes Street Edinburgh.
Sat, 19th
Time to say Goodbye to some people. Others will remain until Sunday 20th.
I have created a number of separate image galleries of this adventure. As usual, click on the small thumbnails to see the larger images.
and of course the obligatory image of the group – unfortunately Margaret de Jong had to leave early for grandmother duties!. If you dont recognize who is who, click here and all will be revealed. If you click on the image itself you will see it as large as you can. The same is the case on the folowing page
