Great Rail Journeys
Highland Adventure
5 daysfrom $1,468
Vacations By Rail · Escorted tour
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo & the Highlands
A Scottish highland trip featuring the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, steam train ride, and whisky tasting.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Dunblane
Arriving in the charming town of Dunblane
Arrive independently in Dunblane, Perthshire. Check into the four-star hotel and meet the Tour Manager. Free time to explore the town, including Dunblane Cathedral (11th century). Group dinner this evening.
- Day 2railovernight: Dunblane
The nostalgic Strathspey Steam Railway and gin-tasting
Travel to Aviemore and join the Strathspey Steam Railway through Cairngorms National Park to Broomhill (20-mile round trip), viewing the River Spey and Cairngorm Mountain. Coach to the Kinrara Distillery for a hosted gin-tasting experience. (Days 2 and 3 events are flipped on select departures.)
- Day 3overnight: Dunblane
Experiencing Stirling Castle and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Guided tour of Stirling Castle's Great Hall, Chapel Royal, Great Kitchens and gardens; free time for lunch in Stirling. Continue to Edinburgh for free time before the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo: Scottish regiments' pipers and drummers, the Massed Bands of the Royal Marines, and a firework show at Edinburgh Castle.
- Day 4
Tour conclusion
Leisurely breakfast, then depart at your own pace or continue exploring independently.
Included
- Expertise of a Tour Manager from start to finish
- 3 nights' 4-Star hotel accommodation
- Standard Class rail travel on local rail networks
- All rail and coach travel throughout the tour
- Breakfast each day, 2 dinners
- All guided tours and excursions
Not included
- Cancellation & Travel Insurance (not included but can be arranged)
- Flights and airport transfers
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