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Great Railway Journeys of Scotland

Great Railway Journeys of Scotland

Experience some of the world's most spectacular scenery as you enjoy journeys on 4 of Scotlands most celebrated railways

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Experience some of the world's most spectacular scenery as you enjoy journeys on four of Scotland's most famous railways - discover wild and dramatic landscapes from a unique angle aboard magnificently restored trains gently rolling through the picturesque heather-clad hills of the Scottish Highlands, with breathtaking scenery right outside your window!

 

 

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

5 nights half board

Visit to Moffat enroute

Journeys on the Jacobite Steam Railway, Kyle of Lochalsh Line Railway, Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway & Strathspey Railway

Photo stop at Eilean Donan Castle

Scenic drive along Loch Ness

Free time in Mallaig

 

Please note: we cannot guarantee that steam trains will make railway journeys. This tour may be unsuitable for passengers with restricted mobility.

 

Day 1

After departure, we travel north towards the Scottish border, where we enjoy a stop in the Border market town of Moffat. After some free time to explore, we continue our journey to our overnight hotel.

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Day 2

Today, we will travel to the historic port of Bo'ness on the Firth of Forth for a journey on the Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway. On our ten-mile scenic journey to Manuel, you'll travel along the Forth Estuary, through woodlands, past waterfalls and over the Avon Viaduct. From here, our journey continues by coach into the Highlands and our hotel based near Fort William.

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Day 3

Today, we head north with a photo opportunity at Eilean Donan Castle, one of the most striking castles in Scotland. Perched atop a tiny island and joined to the mainland by an elegant bridge, it was designed to defend the region from invading Viking raiders. We next follow in the footsteps of Michael Palin and embark on a railway journey on the Kyle of Lochalsh Line. This primarily single-track railway travels via breathtaking scenery from Kyle of Lochalsh to Dingwall. After disembarking, our return by coach takes us along the shores of Loch Ness - keep your eyes peeled for the mythical resident!

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Day 4

Described as the 'Greatest Railway Journey in the World', we board the Jacobite Steam Railway today. This section of the West Highland Line crosses the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, which you may remember from the Harry Potter films. Starting in Fort William, a town in the shadow of Ben Nevis, our journey will take us to Mallaig, a busy fishing port and home to many shops, restaurants and freshly caught fish and chips! After some free time to explore, you'll enjoy a return journey by train back to Fort William.

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Day 5

Today's journey takes us towards the magnificent Cairngorm Mountains and to Aviemore. All aboard the Strathspey Railway for a twenty-mile trip along a section of the original Highland Railway line! Winding along the river Spey, enjoy your journey through moorlands and wooded glens via the Boat of Garten and Broomhill. From here, we head to our final overnight hotel.

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Day 6

We begin the drive south, before crossing back over the border and returning home.

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B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

The Onich Hotel 3*, Fort William

 

 

With dramatic mountain views and a stunning loch-side setting, this family-run hotel offers attractive, beautiful gardens and individually decorated ensuite bedrooms, each unique. Some rooms have panoramic views over the gardens to Loch Linnhe and the stunning scenery beyond. All rooms have satellite TV, radio, telephones, tea/coffee-making facilities and hairdryers.

 

Please note that this hotel does not have a lift. There are approximately twenty steps to the first-floor bedrooms.

 

Hotel Facilities

  • Bar

  • Restaurant

  • WiFi

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Alfreton Bus Station, Hall Street,
Alfreton, DE55 7BT
Arnold High Street Bus Stop,
Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Beeston Beeston Lace Road, behind the Cricketers Pub
Beeston, NG9 2LA
Bulwell Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive,
Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Chesterfield Coach Station, Beckingham Way
Chesterfield, S40 1TH
Derby Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28,
Derby, DE1 2AY
Heanor Market Place, Wilmott Street
(Market Square side) Heanor, DE75 7EG
Ilkeston Wharncliffe Rd, Market Place,
Ilkeston, DE7 5GF
Leicester St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA,
Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Long Eaton The Green, Outside Poundland
Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ
Loughborough Amber Rooms, The Rushes
Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Mansfield Bus Stop, Walkden Street
Mansfield, NG18 1QN
Nottingham Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino,
Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Ripley Market Place, Express Stand
Ripley, DE5 3FJ
Rotherham Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street,
Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House
Sheffield, S1 2BG
Toton Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane
Notts, NG9 7JA

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