A Sprinter Mallaig Line train going along the railway in the Scottish Highlands

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Scottish Highland Railways

Key information
  • Price

    from £709 /pp

    was £809

  • Dates Available

    October 2024 - October 2025

  • Duration

    5 days

  • Depart From

    7 airports

  • Excursions

    3 included

  • Meals

    8 included

Scottish Highland Railways

Experience some of the world’s most spectacular scenery as you enjoy journeys on three of Scotland’s most celebrated railways.

Sit back in wonder as you enjoy the breathtaking train journey from Inverness – one of Michael Palin’s "Great Railway Journeys" – to Kyle of Lochalsh. The dramatic 42 miles of the famous West Highland line from Fort William to Mallaig, and a nostalgic trip on the steam-hauled Strathspey Railway complete an unforgettably scenic few days exploring one of Scotland’s most beautiful regions.

Top Highlights

View of the Kyle Of Lochalsh with Scottish Highland mountains behind it

Rail travel from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh - a truly spectacular ride through the remote northern Highlands and alongside Loch Carron

A train going along Glenfinnan Viaduct Bridge with the view of the mountains behind

Cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct, as seen in the Harry Potter films, on a train ride from Fort William to Mallaig

Steam train going along the West Highland Rail, Scotland

Journey on the steam-hauled Strathspey Railway through unspoilt Highland scenery and alongside the River Spey

Eilean Donan Castle with people walking on the stone bridge walking towards it, and a mountain covered in trees behind it

View the magnificent Eilean Donan Castle

Itinerary

A Sprinter Mallaig Line train going along the railway in the Scottish Highlands

Further Highlights

Visit the famous Highland resort of Aviemore

Enjoy a photo stop at the legendary Loch Ness

Visit to Isle of Skye town of Kyleakin

Explore Mallaig, a charming fishing village at the very end of the West Highland Line

Marvel at the views from the Cairngorm Mountain

What The Price Includes

  • Four nights' dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation at either the Carrbridge Hotel, Carrbridge
  • Rail trip from Inverness tRail trip from Inverness to Kyle
  • Strathspey steam rail journey to Aviemore
  • Return flights to Edinburgh or Inverness, with coach travel and transfers throughout
  • West Highland Line rail journey
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Dates & Prices

Departure pointDeparture datePrice (per person)Availability
Tour Only

October 2024 - October 2025

from £580 pp

32 dates available

Bristol

October 2024 - October 2025

from £755 pp

28 dates available

London Gatwick

October 2024 - October 2025

from £819 pp

19 dates available

London Heathrow

April 2025 - October 2025

from £709 pp

30 dates available

London Luton

October 2024 - October 2025

from £769 pp

31 dates available

London Stansted

April 2025 - October 2025

from £805 pp

14 dates available

Manchester

October 2024 - October 2025

from £899 pp

18 dates available

Southampton

April 2025 - October 2025

from £895 pp

14 dates available

Accommodation

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Carrbridge Hotel, Carrbridge Carrbridge, ScotlandSet on the banks of the Dulnain River, and boasting spectacular views of the Cairngorm Mountains, this charming, family-run hotel was originally established in 1803 as an inn for travellers.
  • Star rating
    3 star hotel
Highlander Hotel Facade
Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore Newtonmore, ScotlandWe're sure that you will be delighted with the friendly service and warm hospitality that are the hallmarks of a stay at the Highlander, which is always popular with Newmarket guests.
  • Star rating
    3 star hotel

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