Taste of the Highlands
The Route
Travel straight into the heart of the Scottish Highlands, visiting enchanting sites of natural beauty and making the most of the thrilling outdoor activities.
Estimated departure: 13:45 – arrival: 09:40
Our train is subject to national railway constraints and timings are purely indicative. Please check your final itinerary for confirmed timings.
Taste of the Highlands
2 Nights
Travel straight into the heart of the Scottish Highlands, visiting enchanting sites of natural beauty and making the most of the thrilling outdoor activities
Depart from Edinburgh Waverley Station and marvel at the rolling hills of Perthshire or the rural beauty of the Cairngorms National Park. Later, enjoy some spectacular panoramas on the way south through Aberdeenshire and Angus.
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Luxury Accommodation
Two nights aboard the Royal Scotsman luxury train, with 24-hour steward service
Fine Dining
All meals aboard the train: full Scottish breakfast, two-course lunch, three-course dinner including cheeseboard, coffee, tea and petit fours. All beverages including alcoholic drinks
Historical Tours
A visit to Rothiemurchus Estate, a private tour of Culloden Battlefield, and a trip to the Strathisla Distillery
Entertainment
Traditional ceilidhs on board, evening entertainment in the Observation Car and dining experiences
Day One
Edinburgh
Settle comfortably into your private quarters as the train departs from Edinburgh and journeys north through the former Kingdom of Fife, then up into the dramatic scenery of the Highlands. In the evening, indulge in a convivial dinner followed by entertainment in the Observation Car. The Royal Scotsman reaches the village of Boat of Garten, its stabling point for the night.
Day Two
Rothiemurchus
Wake up to majestic vistas and head to the restaurant car for breakfast. Then, travel by coach to Rothiemurchus Estate in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, for a magical outdoor 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.
In the evening, explore Strathisla Distillery, one of the oldest working distilleries and home to one of Scotland's most famous whiskies. Finally, head back on board to enjoy some spectacular panoramas on the way south through Aberdeenshire and Angus. A gala dinner is served on the way to Dundee, a festive finale to your Scottish adventure.
Day Three
Edinburgh
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as you leave Dundee behind and make your way back to Edinburgh aboard Royal Scotsman.