Take a mesmerising journey onboard the Royal Scotsman which will take you through the heart of Scotland’s Eastern Highlands. Complete with vintage carriages and Scottish-inspired décor, this celebrated train offers world-class service, exceptional dining, exciting excursions and a luxurious spa cabin.
Departing from Edinburgh Waverley station, travel north through the former Kingdom of Fife as you pass the spectacular scenery before reaching Boat of Garten where you will stay overnight. Your second day will be spent exploring the Scottish Highlands; visit the Rothiemurchus Estate where you can experience fishing or clay-pigeon shooting, discover the beautiful Cairngorms National Park and visit one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries with a tour and tasting. Enjoy a gala dinner onboard on the second evening before travelling back to Edinburgh the following day.
dinburgh – Rothiemurchus & Highlands – Edinburgh
Trip Highlights
- Step aboard the luxurious Royal Scotsman as you explore Scotland’s Eastern Highlands
- Be transported to the Golden Age of Travel with gourmet dining and world-class service
- Enjoy traditional Scottish entertainment in the evening or relax on the train’s spa
- In the spectacular Cairngorms National Park, go clay-pigeon shooting or fishing
- Take a guided tour of Culloden Battlefield, the last battle site of Jacobite Rising
- Enjoy a tour of Strathisla Distillery, one of Scotland’s oldest working whisky distilleries
Itinerary
Day 1
Edinburgh to Boat of Garten
Board the celebrated red and gold carriages of the Royal Scotsman train at Edinburgh Waverley Station in the afternoon with an estimated departure of 13:45. Settle into your opulent cabin and admire the spectacular landscapes as you head north through the former Kingdom of Fife and into the dramatic scenery of the Highlands. As evening falls it is time to dress for dinner, where guests are expected to dress ‘smart casual with a touch of elegance’. Enjoy dinner which includes wine, coffee, tea and petits fours in one of the beautiful dining cars, followed by entertainment in the Observation Car. You will reach the village of Boat of Garten where the train will pause overnight. (D)
Pettitts Travel can arrange flights to Edinburgh for you as well as accommodation and any sightseeing prior to boarding the Royal Scotsman.
- Dinner
The Royal Scotsman
Day 2
Rothiemurchus & the Scottish Highlands
Wake up to the majestic views of the Highlands and head to the restaurant car for a hearty full Scottish breakfast. Alight the train and travel by coach to Rothiemurchus Estate. Located in the heart of the stunning Cairngorms National Park, the estate provides a magical backdrop to try a spot of clay-pigeon shooting or fishing. Rejoin the train for lunch and continue to Culloden Battlefield for a private tour. In the evening discover Strathisla Distillery, one of Scotland’s oldest working distilleries which produces one of the country’s best-known whiskies. After a tour and tasting, head back on board the Royal Scotsman and enjoy stunning panoramas as you journey through Aberdeenshire and Angus. A gala dinner is served this evening en route to Dundee, a festive finale to your Scottish rail adventure.
- Breakfast,
- Lunch,
- Dinner
The Royal Scotsman
Day 3
Return Edinburgh
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as you leave Dundee. Take in the final vistas before returning to Edinburgh and disembarking the Royal Scotsman at approximately 09:40.
- Breakfast
Guide to Price
3 days from £4000 per person
What's Included
- Train travel as specified
- Luxurious accommodation onboard the train
- Meals and drinks as specified
- Dedicated steward service
- Sightseeing as specified
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Meals unless specified
from £4000
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