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Great Rail Journey: Grand Taste of the Highlands, Northbound on Royal Scotsman

Grand Taste of the Highlands

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LUXURY RAIL JOURNEY – 6 days/ 5 nights package spirits you away as you rretrace part of the famed West Highland Line. With visits to Boat of Garten, Rothiemurchus, Culloden, Keith, Dundee, Spean Bridge, Silver Sands of Morar, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Fort William, Bridge of Orchy, Isle of Bute and Kilmarnock.
Includes private round-trip transfers between your Edinburgh hotel and the rail station, 5 nights of luxury accommodation aboard the Royal Scotsman with 24-hour steward service; all meals aboard the train; full Scottish breakfast, two-course lunch, three-course dinner including cheeseboard, coffee, tea and petit fours, all beverages, including alcoholic drinks. Also included are an excursion to Morar Sands, a choice between a visit to Glenfinnan Monument or a walk-through Nevis Gorge to the cascading Steall Waterfall. Later, embark on a guided tour of Mount Stuart and of the Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh. Explore Ballindalloch Castle and get active at Rothiemurchus estate, finishing your tour with a visit to Glamis castle as well as traditional ceilidhs, informal dinners and evening entertainment in the Observation Car as well as a formal dining experience.

Highlights
  • Embark on a luxurious 6-day journey through the heart of Scotland aboard the iconic Royal Scotsman, complete with private transfers to and from your centrally located Edinburgh hotel.
  • Traverse legendary landscapes from the Cairngorms to the West Highland Line, where dramatic peaks, lochs, and moors unfold before your eyes.
  • Highlights include outdoor pursuits at Rothiemurchus Estate, visits to Culloden Battlefield, Glenfinnan Viaduct, and the majestic Mount Stuart on the Isle of Bute.
  • Experience elegant onboard dining, live traditional music, and indulgent accommodations throughout.
  • Whether strolling the Silver Sands of Morar or sipping whisky at Strathisla Distillery, each day blends culture, history, and breathtaking scenery.
  • End your journey in comfort with a seamless return to Edinburgh—an unforgettable escape through Scotland’s most iconic landscapes.

Included Services:
  • Meals as per itinerary; breakfast (B), lunch (L), dinner (D)
  • Sightseeing: per itinerary
  • All other items not mentioned as included
  • Train tickets as per the itinerary
  • Entrance fees as per itinerary
  • Select alcoholic drinks as per itinerary
  • Keytours 24-hour emergency assistance
  • Private arrival and departure transfers as per itinerary
  • Accommodations of your choice
Excluded Services:
  • Items of a personal nature
  • All other items not mentioned as included
  • Travel insurance; please inquire with your Keytours travel consultant
  • Gratuities for drivers, guides, and escorts
5 Nights Starting From
Per Person

August 05, 2026 through August 11, 2026
Book by:
July 29, 2026 12:00 AM GMT
Interests
  • Culinary and Cooking
  • Luxury
  • Rail Tours
Itinerary Overview
Day 2
Highland Adventures & Coastal Charms
Day 3
Castles & Countryside
Day 4
Silver Sands & Highland Legends
Day 5
Victorian Splendour on the Isle of Bute
Day 6
Farewell to the Highlands
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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.