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This tour includes a journey on the Jacobite Steam from Mallaig to Fort William, one of the world's most scenic railway journeys.
Departing from Scotland’s capital city Edinburgh, we’ll begin our journey north, stopping to see the impressive Forth Railway Bridge.
We will then continue on to the quaint Victorian town of Pitlochry, where you'll have time to explore and grab a morning coffee if you choose to.
Continuing through the Cairngorms National Park we'll make our way to Fort Augustus for lunch. This is pretty village at the south end of Loch Ness, so you'll have time to try to spot to elusive monster Nessie.
Next we head to Eilean Donan Castle* where we'll spend some time before crossing the
bridge to Skye.
Overnight: Skye
Enjoy a full day exploring the Isle of Skye. Your experienced and knowledgeable guide will ensure you get the most out of your day and enjoy sights such as the craggy Cuillin Mountains, the outstanding Trotternish Peninsula, The Kilt Rock and The Old Man of Storr.
Portree is your lunch time stop, where you can enjoy delicious fish and chips next to the harbour – just watch out for the
seagulls!
Overnight: Skye
This morning we will continue to explore Skye, taking in some highlights in the south of the island.
We will then join a ferry from Armadale to Mallaig, our lunch stop for the day. There may also be an opportunity to join a Wildlife Cruise here. Next we will join the Jacobite Steam Train (or Hogwarts Express!) and enjoy the stunning 2-hour train ride to Fort William, our overnight stop.
Overnight: Fort William
After a restful night in Fort William we will start our journey south towards the impressive Glen
Coe. We'll have ample time to take in this stunning glen and explore the Glen Coe Visitor Centre.
We will then continue our drive through Rannoch Moor, one of the last really wild places in Scotland. If you want to experience the beauty of the Scottish Moor, this is the place!
We will stop for lunch in Callander, situated on the River Teith, this is where we'll say goodbye to the Highlands and continue into the Lowlands.
We will stop to see the impressive, Kelpies - 30-meter-high horse head sculptures before returning to Edinburgh
It is always advisable to be prepared for any weather in Scotland so a jacket is always a good idea! A bottle of water for hydration and a camera to capture the spectacular views and you are set to go!
It is not necessary for you to bring your own meals, as we will stop throughout the day in small towns or villages where you can purchase food, however you are more than welcome to bring along snacks or a packed lunch.
Check-in closes 15 minutes before your tour is due to depart
If you think you will be late for check-in, please contact us as soon as possible to let us know. In fairness to all passengers, our tours will depart promptly at their scheduled time.
It is always advisable to be prepared for any weather in Scotland so a jacket is always a good idea! A bottle of water for hydration and a camera to capture the spectacular views and you are set to go!
It is not necessary for you to bring your own meals, as we will stop throughout the day in small towns or villages where you can purchase food, however you are more than welcome to bring along snacks or a packed lunch.
Children policy: Unfortunately we do not accept children under the age of 3 on any of our tours. We do accept children of 3 years old and above on all tours, providing valid proof of age, such as passport or birth certificate.
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