The Royal Scotsman luxury train’s Western Tour runs on Scotland’s West Highland Line, one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys. The deluxe, private train passes glens, lochs and mountains, steeped in the lore of giants such as Rob Roy McGregor and Bonnie Prince Charlie. The all-inclusive fare features off-train visits to such treasures as Mount Stuart House, Britain's most spectacular Victorian Gothic house. Pair this itinerary with the Royal Scotsman’s Classic Tour for a full week of luxurious touring through Scotland.
Tour Details
Duration
4 Days
Location
Western Scotland
Season
May - June and August - October
Tour Type
Guided Tour
Nearest City
Edinburgh
Physical Condition Required
Fair
Destination(s)
Scotland, United Kingdom
Tour Highlights
Five-star service and dining; all drinks and meals included.
Before-dinner drinks in the cozy lounge car.
Wind-in-your-face viewing from the open-air observation platform.
Breathtaking views of moors, mountains, lakes and sea from the open-air observation deck.
Just 36 passengers total.
Fabulous off-train tours to distilleries and castles, often with the owners as tour guides.
Rates
$5,250.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
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Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Edinburgh - Spean Bridge The Royal Scotsman departs Edinburgh early afternoon and heads west, skirting Glasgow before reaching Craigendoran — the starting point for the majestic West Highland Line. Enjoy afternoon tea as the train passes Gare Loch and Loch Lomond, with views of waterfalls, moors and mountains. Overnight in Spean Bridge. Enjoy a formal dinner, then on board entertainment.
Day 2: Spean Bridge - Bridge of Orchy Breakfast is served as train continues west, passing through Fort William with views of Ben Nevis (Britain’s highest mountain). Travel along the stunning coastline and disembark at Arisaig for a romantic walk along the Morar Sands, with views of Isle of Skye and Cuillin Mountains. Rejoin the train for lunch, and return to Fort William for a boat cruise on Loch Linnhe. Informal dinner on board; overnight in Bridge of Orchy.
Day 3: Bridge of Orchy - Wemyss Bay Breakfast on board while traveling south. At Wemyss Bay, board the ferry to the Isle of Bute. View seashore, moorland, farmland and forest — and visit Mount Stuart, Britain’s most spectacular Victorian Gothic house. The home has a fine private collection of family portraits, as well as wonderful gardens to explore. Return to the train for formal dinner.
Day 4: Edinburgh Depart Wemyss Bay and enjoy breakfast. Arrive Edinburgh mid-morning.
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