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Train Type: Luxury
The Tour
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.
“Your meticulous attention to detail made the trip worry-free and very enjoyable and if someone asked me whether or not they should book the Royal Scotsman through you, I'd tell them absolutely.”
— D. Spriestersbach, IRT Pullman Club member
The 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 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. Lunch is served as the train retraces its steps back to Fort William. This afternoon, Highlander Ray Owens accompanies you to Glenfinnan Monument to explain the history of the area before tea is served at the Factors Inn. Energetic guests can choose instead to walk to beautiful Steall Waterfall, the second highest in the UK. Informal dinner on board, followed by entertainment in the observation car. Overnight stabling at 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.
2010 Dates:
Sept. 10, 24
Oct. 1, 8, 15
2011 Dates:
May 13, 20
June 10, 24
July 29
August 12, 26
September 2, 16, 23
The Prices
2010 pricing
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Deposit
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| Double |
$5,250
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15%
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| Single |
$5,250
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15%
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2011 pricing
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| Accommodations |
Price
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Deposit
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| Double |
$5,410
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15%
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| Single |
$5,410
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15%
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Other:
Greater Savings on Longer Tours: Book the Grand North Western Journey (combines Classic and Western itineraries). Or book the Great West Highland (combines Western and Highland itineraries). Combining two shorter tours saves significantly.
The Society of IRT is happy to arrange any pre- or post-tour nights or additional touring in Edinburgh required for your journey.
Note: Prices are per person and include all table d'hôte meals, all alcoholic and other beverages, all sightseeing excursions as shown in the itinerary and accommodation on board based on two people sharing a twin compartment or one person in a single.
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The Highlights
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Five-star service and dining; all drinks and meals included
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Before-dinner drinks in the cozy lounge car |
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Exploring the Isle of Bute, an island rich in geology, history and wildlife, including Mount Stuart |
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Breathtaking views of moors, mountains, lakes and waterfalls from the open-air observation deck
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Visit to the Glenfinnan Monument with local Highlander historian, Ray Owens |
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Just 36 passengers total |
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Fabulous off-train tours to distilleries and castles, often with the owners as tour guides |
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