UK Rail Tours

Hebridean Island Discovery

Island hop from Skye to Uist and from Harris to Lewis on this magical tour of the Hebridean islands. Every day is different as each sublime, rugged and breathtaking landscape unfolds before you.

(8 days, Escorted)

We cruise betwixt the Isles amidst dream-like seascapes with the chance of spotting whales, dolphins and sea eagles. Sample the island lifestyle and learn about Hebrides ancient history spanning back 5000 years.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

* Scenic West Highland Railway
* The romantic ′rail route to the Isles′
* Magnificent Highland & Island scenery
* Stunning beaches ′as far as the eye can see′
* Naturalists paradise of birds & wildlife to discover
* Uists white shell beaches & freshwater lochs
* Traditional island lifestyle

DEPARTS
Sunday 5 August 2012 (click the date on the calendar to book)
Sunday 9 September 2012 (click the date on the calendar to book)

8 days

TOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1
Travelling by train to Glasgow, and the opportunity to enjoy a Sunday afternoon stroll in this European city of culture.
Dinner included
 
DAY 2
One of the worlds great rail adventures - the stunningly picturesque and romantic rail journey to the isles takes us over Rannoch Moor to Fort William. Our journey continues across Harry Potter famed Glenfinnan Viaduct where the Highlander Monument stands at the head of lovely Loch Shiel, then around Loch Eilt before reaching the Atlantic coastline at Morar. Here our hotel offers breathtaking views across the silver sands and sea to the inner Hebridean islands of Rum and Eigg.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 3
Time to view the silver sands of Morar - location for the much lauded film Local Hero - before the short ride to Mallaig. Stroll around the small town and harbour, then board the Isle of Skye ferry for a visit to the Clan Donald Centre before touring the heavenly southern peninsula, "the garden of Skye".
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 4
We travel the shores of Loch Snizort to Uig for the ferry cruise to North Uist. A tour of Benbecula and South Uist passing numerous lochans and beautiful beaches arrives at our hotel for a relaxing evening in a tranquil location.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 5
We cruise to the Isle of Harris and Lewis; a rugged landscape of moorland, deep-sea lochs, mountains and a proud history. With an expert local guide we explore Harris before continuing northwards to Lewis and the capital Stornoway.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 6
Experience the dramatic landscape of Lewis on a full day tour in the company of our island guide, including the impressive standing stones of Callanish, the thatched blackhouse village of Gearannan, and the ancient broch at Carloway.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 7
Today we depart the Hebrides, crossing to Ullapool for the spectacular journey over the Highlands to Inverness.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 8
Bidding farewell to Inverness we take the glorious rail journey past the Cairngorms and southwards through Pitlochry to Edinburgh and homeward destinations.
Breakfast included

HOTELS
Millenium Hotel, Glasgow
A stylish hotel, with classic features. Tastefully decorated rooms with modern amenities.

Morar Hotel, Morar
A family-run hotel with the Silver Sands restaurant offering the best of local cuisine and panoramic vistas. No lift

Lochalsh Hotel, Kyle of Lochalsh
An oasis of comfort and quality with magnificent sea views to the mountains of Skye. The restaurant uses the finest Scottish ingredients.

Dark Island, Benbecula
Spectacularly located amidst cornfields, leading to miles of golden sands.

Caberfeidh, Stornoway
Considered the best hotel in Stornoway, the restaurant specialises in locally produced and sourced cuisine.

Royal Highland, Inverness
A classic Scottish station hotel offering charm and elegance combined with modern splendour.

FARES

Fare Region

London: Euston  £1075 First or £975 Standard

Greater London £1085 First or £985 Standard

South of England  £1095 First or £999 Standard

East Anglia £1085 First or £999 Standard

South West  £1185 First or £1055 Standard

Heart of England £1100 First or £1000 Standard

Midlands £1070 First or £979 Standard

Yorkshire  £1015 First or £965 Standard

North East £989 First or £950 Standard

North West £1035 First or £960 Standard

South Wales  £1135 First or £1015 Standard

North Wales £1075 First or £985 Standard

Scotland £955 First or  £930 Standard 

Tour Base Fare £880 (joining at hotel)

Prices are per person (If you hold a Railcard you may be entitled to a discount!) 

AUGUST Hotel Supplement £45
SEPTEMBER Hotel Supplement £30

Single Room Supplement £175

8 nights bed, breakfast & Table d Hôte evening meal
Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class)
Rail & coach travel, with transfers as described
All excursions and admissions as detailed
Services of experienced Tour Manager

If you wish to discuss this tour in more detail please just give us a call on

0191 246 0708 or email sales@railtourguide.com

BOOK THIS HOLIDAY ONLINE NOW

If you wish to book this rail holiday now, please pay the deposit online.

If your room requirements are no longer available we will refund your booking deposit in full.

Once you have paid your deposit-
Please email us at sales@railtourguide.com with your rail requirements (1st class or Std class) your departure station to start/ end the tour, and let us know if you hold any rail cards.
We will then email you a booking reference number, a booking form and the invoice for the remaining balance due.
If you have any questions please call us on 0191 246 0708.
(Office Hours 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday)