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Grand Tour of Scotland from London

10-day independent rail tour of Scotland's Highlands from London

Railbookers sells the Grand Tour of Scotland from London as an independent rail package, meaning travelers make their own way by train rather than joining an escorted group. The trip runs 10 days and 9 nights, starting from London and travelling to Inverness, described in the evidence as the gateway to the Scottish Highlands. From there the route takes in the Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle, then travels along the West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig, one of Scotland's named scenic rail routes. The trip continues to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond before reaching Edinburgh, with Glasgow also on the route. It suits travelers who want a mix of Highland scenery, castles and city time in Glasgow and Edinburgh on one rail-based trip. Railbookers' listing cuts off before finishing its description of the Edinburgh stop, so confirm those final details and hotel arrangements directly with them.

What to know before you look closer

  • Railbookers does not publish a day-by-day itinerary for this package here; confirm hotels and how the 9 nights split across each stop with them before booking.
  • The description available to us cuts off mid-word while describing the Edinburgh stop; confirm what is included there directly with Railbookers.

Questions travellers ask

Is this an escorted tour or independent travel?
It is sold as an independent rail package by Railbookers, meaning you travel between the stops on your own rather than as part of a guided group.
How long is the trip?
10 days and 9 nights, starting from London.
Which named rail journey is included?
The West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig.
Which castles are visited?
Eilean Donan Castle and Stirling Castle.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $1,999 per person, about $200 per day.

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