ROYAL SCOTSMAN, A BELMOND TRAIN, SCOTLAND
Journey straight into the heart of the Scottish Highlands, visiting enchanting sites of natural beauty and making the most of some thrilling outdoor activities.
Taste of the Highlands Itinerary
Day 1: Edinburgh
Departing Edinburgh in the early afternoon, journey 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
Day 2: Rothiemurchus
After breakfast, travel by coach to Rothiemurchus Estate in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Rothiemurchus offers a magical setting to try a spot of clay-pigeon shooting, fishing, or a tour of the estate.
Rejoin the train for lunch and travel to Culloden Battlefield for a private tour where the final confrontation of the Jacobite rising of 1745 took place.
Enjoy an evening visit to Strathisia 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.
Day 3: Edinburgh
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as we leave Dundee behind and return to Edinburgh.
From AU$6,200 per person
Your Taste of the Highlands journey includes:
- Two nights aboard the Royal Scotsman luxury train
- 24-hour steward service
- All meals aboard the train
- Full Scottish breakfast
- Three-course lunch
- 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 Strathisia Distillery
- Traditional entertainment onboard
