Stranraer
Stranraer is a traditional town in Dumfries and Galloway located at the head of Loch Ryan. A base for exploring the Rhins of Galloway peninsula, it offers visitors a castle and easy access to the exotic Castle Kennedy Gardens, the village of Portpatrick and the Mull of Galloway, Scotland's southernmost point.
- Coach tours
- 2
- From
- £369
- Next departure
- 20 Sept 2027
- Duration
- 5 days
- Operator
- Shearings
Escape to Stranraer on a relaxing coach holiday. Nestled in a peaceful corner of Dumfries and Galloway at the head of Loch Ryan, this traditional town has a rich maritime history as a former ferry port and serves as the perfect friendly base for exploring the Rhins of Galloway—a stunning peninsula of rolling hills, rugged coastlines, and lush gardens.
Take your time exploring the town and its castle, or venture out to the exotic Castle Kennedy Gardens, the charming harbour village of Portpatrick, and the Mull of Galloway, Scotland's southernmost point. Browse our Stranraer coach holidays and let us handle the driving while you enjoy the view.
2 tours visiting Stranraer
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Portpatrick, Castles and Gardens
Operated by Shearings
Visiting › Portpatrick, Stranraer, Isle of Arran, Ayrshire and Arran
- Day 2 · Castle Kennedy Gardens Stranraer and Castle Kennedy Gardens Spend the morning in Stranraer, enjoying a stroll along the waterfront with views across to Ailsa Craig and the Isle of Arran on clear days. The town centre offers pavement cafés and is overlooked by the Castle of St…
- Day 3 · Castle Kennedy Gardens At Leisure in Portpatrick or Galloway Forest Enjoy a free day to explore Portpatrick at your own pace. You can wander through the quiet streets or take a walk along the cliff tops on the Southern Upland Way to take in the sea views. Alternatively, you can choose an…
- 5 days
- Leaves 20 Sept 2027
- 2 dates
from £579
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Turkey and Tinsel in Portpatrick
Operated by Shearings
Visiting › Portpatrick, Ayr, Stranraer
- Day 4 · Stranraer Stranraer and Festive Cream Tea Head to Stranraer this morning, situated at the head of Loch Ryan. South-west Scotland's largest town and a historic ferry port, it offers a selection of shops, the Stranraer Museum housed in the old town hall, and the…
- 5 days
- Leaves 15 Nov 2027
- 2 dates
from £369
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Image Attribution
- Portpatrick — (Photo by Michael Cummins on Unsplash )
When to go
Coach tours visiting Stranraer, by departure month.
- Oct 2026 No tours
- Nov 2026 No tours
- Dec 2026 No tours
- Jan 2027 No tours
- Feb 2027 No tours
- Mar 2027 No tours
- Apr 2027 No tours
- May 2027 No tours
- Jun 2027 No tours
- Jul 2027 No tours
- Aug 2027 No tours
- Sept 2027 1 tour from £579
Places of Interest
Castle Kennedy Gardens
Located in southwest Scotland near Stranraer, Castle Kennedy Gardens sit between two lochs. Visitors are drawn to the site's massive scale and diverse collection of exotic plants, including towering conifers and rare specimens. Highlights include wide avenues, a terraced lily pond, and stunning spring blooms of rhododendrons, azaleas, and magnolias.
Located in Scotland's far south-west near Stranraer, Castle Kennedy Gardens sit on a beautiful stretch of land between the Black and White lochs. The site is named after the ruins of Castle Kennedy, which was destroyed by fire in the early 1700s, while the opposite end of the estate features Lochinch Castle, a baronial home built in the 1860s that still belongs to the Earls of Stair. Though the gardens were first created in the eighteenth century and later fell into disrepair, they were eventually restored using rediscovered original plans.
Covering about 75 acres, the gardens are famous for their massive scale and a diverse collection of exotic plants from across the globe. With its wide avenues, large terraced lily pond, and stunning rhododendrons, azaleas, and magnolias, spring is a particularly wonderful time to visit. Thanks to the mild coastal air, towering conifers and rare specimens thrive here, and the paths between the two lochs provide peaceful views all year round.
Stranraer coach holidays: FAQs
How much does a coach holiday to Stranraer cost?
Coach holidays visiting Stranraer start from £369 per person. That's the lowest price across the 2 coach tours with upcoming departures; each tour's own dates and prices are listed above.
How long are coach holidays to Stranraer?
The coach holidays visiting Stranraer last 5 days, travel days included.
When do coach tours to Stranraer depart?
Upcoming departures run from September 2027 to November 2027.
Which coach holiday companies go to Stranraer?
Tours visiting Stranraer are run by Shearings. You book directly with the operator.
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Image Attribution
- Stranraer — (Photo by Geoffrey Moffett on Unsplash )
- Portpatrick — (Photo by Michael Cummins on Unsplash )
- Alloway — (Photo by Phil Reid on Unsplash )
- Belfast — (Photo by K. Mitch Hodge on Unsplash )
- Castle Kennedy Gardens — (Photo by Ben Wicks on Unsplash )