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Belmond Royal Scotsman train

Luxury train journey through Scotland aboard the Belmond Royal Scotsman

8 days from $24,495pp
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Tour highlights

  • Explore Edinburgh with a local on a private Mini Cooper tour.

  • Marvel at the striking Stirling Castle perched atop a craggy prominence.

  • Relax on the Belmond Royal Scotsman — an iconic overnight train.

  • Admire the rugged scenery of the Scottish Highlands.

  • Sip whisky in one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries.

  • Discover Edinburgh’s diverse food scene on a tasting tour of the city.

Price includes:

  • In-destination transfers
  • Activities and excursions as detailed
  • All accommodations
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

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  • On arrival, you’re met by a private driver and transported to your hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring Edinburgh in a stylish Mini Cooper.

    • Edinburgh Castle
      Edinburgh Castle
    • Edinburgh
      Edinburgh
    • Edinburgh Castle
      Edinburgh Castle

  • Your driver-guide will pick you up this morning for a day of exploring the castles and palaces in the environs of Edinburgh. Wander through the expansive Stirling Castle with your guide before visiting the maze-like ruins of the royal residence and military base of Linlithgow Palace. Finish the day with a visit to the historically significant manor of Hopetoun House.

    • Edinburgh skyline
      Edinburgh skyline
    • The Royal Mile, Edinburgh
      The Royal Mile, Edinburgh
    • St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
      St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh

  • Spend the morning exploring Edinburgh Castle by yourselves (entry tickets are included); if you’ve hired a kilt for the train journey, visit acclaimed kilt makers Kinloch Anderson to collect your kilt. In the afternoon, embark on the iconic Belmond Royal Scotsman.

    • Edinburgh's Old Town
      Edinburgh's Old Town
    • Edinburgh's Old Town
      Edinburgh's Old Town
    • Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh
      Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh

  • Today the train will head northwest through the heart of the Highlands, passing wild and dramatic mountain scenery along the way. The train will continue through Achnasheen, then commence the climb to the Luib summit and Achnashellach Forest before descending to Strathcarron for an optional visit to Attadale Gardens. Alternatively, you can stay onboard and have the chance to disembark in the vibrantly-hued fishing town of Plockton.

    • Belmond Royal Scotsman
      Belmond Royal Scotsman
    • Belmond Royal Scotsman
      Belmond Royal Scotsman
    • Belmond Royal Scotsman
      Belmond Royal Scotsman

  • Today, the train will retrace its steps back through the Highlands, giving you another chance to admire the rugged scenery. As you head south, stop for a whiskey tasting at one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland before continuing to Ballindalloch Castle. In the evening, enjoy tales and displays of traditional weaponry while on board the train.

    • Belmond Royal Scotsman
      Belmond Royal Scotsman
    • Belmond Royal Scotsman
      Belmond Royal Scotsman

  • Travel by coach to Rothiemurchus Estate, which is a beautiful expanse of Scots pine forest, lochs, mountains, rivers and glens, and known as the ‘gateway to the Cairngorms'. Either explore the estate with a guide or take part in a fishing or clay pigeon shooting excursion. Afterwards, return to the train and continue south to Glamis Castle.

  • After breakfast, the train will return to Edinburgh. In the afternoon meet a local food guide for a tour and tastings of the culinary delights of Edinburgh.

    • Edinburgh
      Edinburgh
    • Edinburgh skyline
      Edinburgh skyline
    • Edinburgh's Old Town
      Edinburgh's Old Town

  • Today you will be driven to Edinburgh Airport for your journey home.

    • Greyfriars Bobby statue
      Greyfriars Bobby statue
    • Royal Mile
      Royal Mile
    • Edinburgh
      Edinburgh

Accommodation options

While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodations, Audley trips are 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

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