The PS Waverley, the last seagoing paddle steamer in the world, is offering discounted tickets starting at £19 for scenic day trips along the Scottish coast this summer. The deal, available through Itison, represents a 63% discount on standard fares and includes sailings from Glasgow, Largs, and Ayr to seven West Coast destinations.
Unique Voyage on a Historic Vessel
Built in 1946, the Waverley tours the British coast and River Clyde, providing passengers with unrivalled views of the Scottish coastline. The Itison offer includes ten different dates from July 4 to August 18, with 11 trips available. Destinations include Largs, Dunoon, Tighnabruaich, Rothesay, Brodick, Tarbert, and Ailsa Craig.
Customer Reviews Highlight Popularity
The deal is selling fast, with glowing five-star reviews. One reviewer said: "We were really lucky with the weather, it was perfect. Great voyage and we met some lovely people. The staff are always friendly and the scenery is stunning." Another added: "Went from Greenock on the hottest Sunday of the year to Campbeltown and then the afternoon cruise down the Kintyre Peninsula. Would recommend this to anyone young or old." A third described it as a "thoroughly enjoyable experience," noting that even in poor weather, the commentary was cheerful and informative.
Full List of Sailings and Prices
Sailings from Glasgow: Saturday July 4 – Glasgow to Dunoon £37; Saturday July 4 – Glasgow to Tighnabruaich £44; Friday July 24 – Glasgow to Rothesay £39; Tuesday July 28 – one way Glasgow to Largs £19; Sunday August 16 – one way Glasgow to Largs £19. Sailings from Largs: Thursday July 9 – Largs to Brodick £32; Thursday July 9 – Largs to cruise North Arran Coast to Lochranza Bay £37; Thursday July 28 – Largs to cruise Garroch Head & Kyles of Bute £19; Tuesday August 18 – Largs to Tarbert £35; Tuesday August 18 – Largs to cruise Kyles of Bute & Loch Fyne £39. Sailings from Ayr: Monday July 20 – Ayr to steam round Ailsa Craig £34.
