Great Rail Journeys
Edinburgh, the Highlands & Islands
Escorted 9-day Scotland tour on four named rail lines from Edinburgh
9 daysfrom $3,204
44% rail
Euroventure · Self-guided rail holiday
Scottish Highlands: 2 Weeks
Discover the Scottish Highlands on an unforgettable rail trip through stunning landscapes, rich culture and vibrant cities.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Start in Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, known for the medieval Old Town and the Georgian New Town. Highlights: explore Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile; visit Dean Village in the Georgian New Town; hike Arthur's Seat for views over the city.
- Day 4railovernight: Inverness
Inverness
Train to Inverness (3.5 hours), the historic gateway to the Scottish Highlands, blending Pictish heritage, Jacobite history and natural beauty. Highlights: search for Nessie on Loch Ness; stroll the River Ness, Victorian Market or Ness Islands; visit the Inverness Museum & Art Gallery.
- Day 6railovernight: Pitlochry
Pitlochry
Train to Pitlochry (2 hours), a Victorian resort town in Highland Perthshire. Highlights: watch salmon leap at the famous fish ladder; see world-class theatre at Pitlochry Festival Theatre; taste Scotch whisky at Blair Athol Distillery.
- Day 8railovernight: Glasgow
Glasgow
Train to Glasgow (2 hours), Scotland's largest city, where industrial heritage meets Victorian architecture. Highlights: explore Kelvingrove and Riverside museums; experience the music scene; visit Pollok Country Park to spot Highland cows.
- Day 10railovernight: Fort William
Fort William
Train to Fort William (4 hours) on the West Highland Line, one of the world's most scenic railway journeys, past Loch Lomond, across Rannoch Moor and through Glen Coe. Highlights: stand beneath Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain; journey through Glen Coe's mountain pass; ride the Jacobite Steam Train across the Glenfinnan Viaduct.
- Day 13overnight: Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond
Coach to Loch Lomond (2.5 hours), staying in Luss on the shores of Scotland's largest loch. Highlights: cruise Loch Lomond; stroll the village of Luss; explore Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park.
- Day 15railovernight: Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Coach and train back to Edinburgh (2 hours) to conclude the trip, with time to revisit favourite spots or find hidden gems before heading home.
Included
- Train tickets from the first to the last city on the route, as shown on the map
- All possible seat reservations, not just the compulsory ones
- Accommodation in top-rated, centrally located hotels, tested by us
- Walking or public transport directions between the stations and your booked accommodation
- Travel Disruption Protection: alternative travel included if there is a strike or similar disruption
- 24hr emergency phone number to use while you're away
- Personalised travel pack with travel times, accommodation information, directions, language guides and things to see and do in each location
- Exclusive discounts on attractions across Europe
- 1GB of free data, with the option to add more anytime with eSIM
