Belmond Royal Scotsman: Tastes of the Highlands

Travel straight into the heart of the Scottish Highlands, visiting enchanting sites of natural beauty and making the most of the thrilling outdoor activities.

Europe, Scotland
3 days, from AU$5,430pp
Private

Travel straight into the heart of the Scottish Highlands, visiting enchanting sites of natural beauty and making the most of the thrilling outdoor activities.

Includes

Two nights aboard the Belmond Royal Scotsman luxury train
24-hour steward service
All meals aboard the train: full Scottish breakfast, three-course lunch, and four-course dinner including cheeseboard, coffee, tea and petits fours
All beverages including alcoholic drinks
A visit to Rothiemurchus Estate with a choice of country pursuits
A private tour of Culloden Battlefield
A trip to the Strathisla Distillery
Traditional entertainment on board

Itinerary

Day 1: Edinburgh

Departing Edinburgh in the early afternoon, journey north through the former Kingdom of Fife, then up into the dramatic scenery of the Highlands.

In the evening an informal dinner is served, followed by entertainment in the Observation Car.

Overnight in Boat of Garten.
Meals: D

Day 2: Rothiemurchus

After breakfast, you travel by coach to Rothiemurchus Estate in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Rothiemurchus offers a magical setting in which to try a spot of clay-pigeon shooting or fishing or a tour of the estate. Rejoin the train for lunch and travel to Culloden Battlefield for a private tour. Enjoy an evening visit to Strathisla Distillery, one of the oldest working distilleries and home to one of Scotland's most famous whiskies.

Back on board enjoy some spectacular panoramas on the way south through Aberdeenshire and Angus. A formal dinner is served on the way to Dundee.
Meals: BLD