UK Rail Tours

Highland Adventure

The Highlands of Scotland are a joy to behold as we combine the glorious West Highland rail route with the fabulous ′Harry Potter′ Jacobite steam train, steaming over Glenfinnan Viaduct to Mallaig.

(4 days, Escorted)

Our magical adventure continues: Take a leisurely cruise giving the chance to see seals, diving birds and perhaps a golden eagle; soar to the heavens with a gondola ride to view the heights of Ben Nevis, and conclude with a wee dram: ′Slả?inte Mhath′ - ′good health′.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

* Travel the glorious West Highland line - "Railroad to the Isles"
* Cruise Loch Linnhe, relaxing in search of seals and porpoise
* Take the famous ′Harry Potter′ steam train journey aboard the "Jacobite"
* Enjoy a ′wee dram′ at Ben Nevis Distillery
* Experience stunning views on the Ben Nevis range by cable car

Includes the Great British Railway Journey along the West Highland Line - as seen in ′Harry Potter′ aboard the Jacobite Steam Train - just one of many great rail journeys you can enjoy on this tour.

DEPARTS
Monday 21 May 2012 (Click the date on the calendar to book)
Monday 25 June 2012 (Click the date on the calendar to book)
Monday 10 September 2012 (Click the date on the calendar to book)

4 days

TOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1
Travelling by train to Glasgow, where we take an early evening meal before boarding our train for the glorious journey past lochs, through forests and over mountains and moors that is the spectacularly scenic West Highland line to Fort William.
Dinner included
 
DAY 2
We cruise Loch Linnhe - a lovely sea loch - looking out for seals and porpoises. Upon our return to Fort William we have time for lunch and to wander the shops, before we take our tour of the fascinating Ben Nevis whisky distillery, concluding with a wee dram. We then soar skyward in a Nevis Range gondola on our adventure to experience stunning panoramic views of the Highlands and Ben Nevis itself.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 3
Today our adventure continues aboard the Jacobite steam train* to Mallaig, journeying over the impressive Glenfinnan Viaduct, capturing the views of Prince Charlies monument, Loch Shiel and Loch Eilt, before the line turns north with astonishing vistas to the Atlantic coastline of golden white sands. There is time to explore the harbour town of Mallaig, with its majestic views across to the Isle of Skye, before we return to Fort William on our great railway journey of dramatic and captivating scenes.

*In the unlikely event of the steam train being unavailable we reserve the right to substitute a diesel train or undertake the journey by road coach.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 4
The beautiful rail journey from Fort William back to Glasgow concludes our holiday, passing across remote moors and through the glens to Loch Lomond and finally along the shores of the Clyde as we approach Glasgow for homeward trains.
Breakfast included
 

HOTEL
Alexandra Hotel, Fort William
Situated close by the railway station this comfortable Victorian villa hotel offers all rooms en suite with TV and radio, telephone and hospitality tray. The dining room is proud of its locally sourced Table d Hôte menu.

FARES

Fare Region

London: Euston £610 First or £500 Standard

Greater London £655 First or £510 Standard

South of England  £665 First or £520 Standard

East Anglia £660 First or £525 Standard

South West  £720 First or £575 Standard

Heart of England £600 First or £500 Standard

Midlands £615 First or £505 Standard

Yorkshire  £525 First or £475 Standard

North East £500 First or £460 Standard

North West £545 First or £475 Standard

South Wales  £655 First or £535 Standard

North Wales £605 First or £505 Standard

Scotland £455 First or £450 Standard 

Tour Base Fare £395 (joining at hotel)

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

Single Room Supplement £45

3 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
Hotel Porterage

If you wish to discuss this tour in more detail please call us 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)