Vacations By Rail
Royal Scotsman - Wild Spirit of Scotland
5 daysfrom $10,545
Vacations By Rail · Luxury train
The Royal Scotsman – A Taste of the Highlands
Journey into the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands, soaking up the rugged beauty of Cairngorms National Park aboard the famous Royal Scotsman train.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Edinburgh
Edinburgh
On arrival at the airport in Edinburgh you'll have a private transfer to the hotel of your choosing. The rest of your day is free to explore Scotland's historic capital at your own pace, including the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and the Scottish Parliament building.
- Day 2overnight: Boat of Garten (aboard the Royal Scotsman)
The Royal Scotsman
Embark from Edinburgh Waverley station and settle in for a luxurious journey aboard the Royal Scotsman. Traveling north through the scenic Perthshire hills, the scenery becomes more dramatic entering the Highlands. Arrive at the picturesque Cairngorm village of Boat of Garten this evening for dinner and live entertainment in the Observation Car.
- Day 3railovernight: Dundee (aboard the Royal Scotsman)
The Cairngorms, Culloden and Strathisla Distillery
Breakfast on board, then a trip to Rothiemurchus Estate for outdoor activities (clay-pigeon shooting, archery, fishing, or a guided estate tour). Return to the train for lunch, then a private tour of Culloden Battlefield, scene of the final Jacobite Rising battle in 1746. Visit Strathisla Distillery for a tour and tasting, then reboard for a journey south to Dundee with a gala dinner.
- Day 4
Homeward bound
Leisurely breakfast as the Royal Scotsman rolls back into Edinburgh. A private transfer takes you back to Edinburgh Airport, or to your hotel if extending your stay.
Included
- 1 night in an Edinburgh hotel on a bed and breakfast basis
- 2 nights aboard the Belmond Royal Scotsman luxury train
- All meals aboard the train and all beverages including alcoholic drinks
- 24-hour steward service
- Traditional entertainment on board
Not included
- Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour but can be arranged
- Arrival and departure flights
