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Scenic Scotland SELECT
Railways Of The Northern Highlands & Blair Castle
Sunday 28th May - Saturday 3rd June 2023
(7 Days)
DIRECT DEPARTURES AVAILABLE FROM -
DONCASTER - ROTHERHAM - SHEFFIELD - BARNSLEY - LEEDS - HARTSHEAD MOOR SERVICES - BIRCH SERVICES - BURTONWOOD SERVICES - ASHTON-IN-MAKERFIELD - WIGAN - PRESTON - LANCASTER FORTON SERVICES -
TEBAY SERVICES (M6) - HAMILTON SERVICES (M74) - DUNBLANE - STIRLING SERVICES (REQUEST)
SUPPLEMENTARY DEPARTURES (VIA FEEDER) AVAILABLE FROM (SUPPLEMENT APPLIES) -
WARRINGTON - RUNCORN - LIVERPOOL - WIRRAL - CHESTER - CHESTER SERVICES
BARROW-IN-FURNESS - DALTON-IN-FURNESS - ULVERSTON - HAVERTHWAITE - KENDAL
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Tour Itinerary
MONDAY – This morning following breakfast, we bid farewell to the Hilton Dunblane hydro as we continue our journey north.
Today we head for Nairn and the 4* Golf View Hotel & Spa overlooking the Moray Firth, which will be our base for the next four nights. This morning, we make our way to Blair Castle (Admission Included) near Piltlochry. We enjoy time at leisure to enjoy this castle, which has been the home of the Atholl family for over seven centuries. The castle has had a diverse history, witnessing both turbulent and peaceful times, enlarged and adapted over 750 years to suit the needs of the family and style of the day. Home to politicians, soldiers, agriculturalists and entrepreneurs, the family history is brought to life against a backdrop of fine 18th century interiors and Scottish baronial architecture, in 30 rooms. Visitors may wander through the grounds, visiting Hercules Garden, a nine acre walled garden and Diana’s Grove, famous for its tall exotic conifers. There’s also the ruins of St Bride’s Kirk, set against spectacular scenery.
Mid-afternoon, we continue our journey to the 4* Golf View Hotel & Spa at Nairn with some time at leisure before dinner. Golf View Hotel & Spa enjoys a seafront setting in Nairn that embraces stunning coastal scenery through vast picture windows in the Hickory restaurant.
Nearby golf fairways, beach strolls and relaxing spa treatments all add to this hotels welcoming nature. From the sea-facing guest rooms and from the open-air hot tub, the Moray Firth and Black Isle provide a stimulating backdrop. This hotel near Inverness provides the perfect place to rediscover your Scotland. Included Meals – Breakfast, Dinner.
TUESDAY – This morning following breakfast, we come to the first of the main highlights with this tour, a journey on the Far North Line from Wick to Inverness.
From our hotel, we drive to Wick to board the lunchtime service to Inverness (Standard Scotrail Service Single Fare Included). As you will be travelling over a lunch hour, today we have included a packed lunch provided by the hotel. On arrival in Inverness late afternoon, we will transfer you back to Nairn.
This evening, we enjoy dinner in the hotel restaurant tonight ahead of a free day tomorrow.
Included Meals – Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
WEDNESDAY – This morning following a leisurely breakfast, the day is yours to spend at leisure in and around the hotel to take advantage of the leisure and spa facilities. Your may also wish to take a walk along the coast or into Nairn. Our Driver & Tour Manager both require a day off today, but will be back on duty tomorrow.
This evening, we enjoy dinner in the hotel restaurant, ahead of tomorrow’s tour highlight.
Included Meals – Breakfast, Dinner
THURSDAY – This morning following breakfast, we travel to Dingwall for the second major highlight of this tour, a journey on the Kyle Line to the Kyle of Lochalsh. Just outside Inverness lies Dingwall, a pretty market town. On arrival at Dingwall Station, we board the morning service to the Kyle of Lochalsh. From there, the train takes you past lochs and moors as you travel through the Highlands. Keep an eye out for one of the most distinctive mountain ranges in Scotland, the Torridon Peaks, looming out of the north. On the final stretch of the journey, the train picks its way along the coast south to Lochalsh. The Kyle line draws a wide arc to the shores of Loch Alsh, taking in spectacular Highland scenery – and finishing with magnificent views of Skye.
Your Hotels
The 4* Doubletree By Hilton Dunblane Hydro
(Overnight Hotel)
Located in Dunblane, this 4-star hotel is within the vicinity of University of Stirling and Blair Drummond Safari Park. Make yourself at home in one of the 200 guestrooms. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. Enjoy recreational amenities such as a health club and an indoor pool. Enjoy a meal at a restaurant & relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. LIFT - YES
The 4* Golf View Hotel & Spa, Nairn
(Resort Hotel)
THURSDAY (Cont'd) - On arrival in the Kyle of Lochalsh, we allow you some free time for lunch.
This afternoon, we re-join our luxury touring coach for the journey back to Nairn and our final night at the Golf View Hotel & Spa. Dinner is served in the hotel restaurant for the final time. Included Meals – Breakfast, Dinner
FRIDAY - This morning, following breakfast we bid a fond farewell to the 4* Golf View Hotel & Spa, as we begin our journey south and head for the Strathspey Railway at Aviemore, where we board their morning service for a return journey from
Aviemore to Broomhill (Return Rail fare Included). Brought back to life in 1978 by a dedicated group of volunteers, this ten-mile restored section of the original Highland Railway Line enables you to travel back in time to an era when steam whistles blew, carriage doors slammed shut and there was a familiar click-clack, rhythm of the rails, as the train travels along the track. We travel from Aviemore to Broomhill taking in the wonderful scenery.
On return to Aviemore, we take a drive to the Cairngorm Mountain Base Station, where we board the Cairngorm Funicular to the newly refurbished Ptarmigan Restaurant with panoramic views, where a light lunch is included and awaits. Enjoy a breath-taking trip on Scotland’s only funicular railway, the highest in the UK reaching the Ptarmigan building at over 1,097m above sea level. After our included lunch, we allow some time to admire the view before returning to the Cairngorm Base Station on the Funicular.
Mid-afternoon, we board our luxury touring coach, as we continue our journey south to arrive at our overnight hotel, the 4* Hilton Dunblane Hydro, where dinner and a good night’s sleep awaits. Included Meals – Breakfast, Light Lunch, Dinner
SATURDAY – This morning, following breakfast, we bid farewell to the Hilton Dunblane Hydro as we start the journey home. To round off our time in Scotland, we enjoy a scenic ‘farewell’ cruise on Loch Katrine (Cruise fare & morning coffee included).
We arrive back at your original departure point this afternoon/evening. Included Meals – Breakfast & Morning Coffee/Shortbread
What's Included -
- Luxury Executive 'EXCLUSIVE' Eavesway Coach Travel including complimentary Wifi and the services of an Eavesway Driver(s)
- Complimentary onboard light refreshments service to/from Scotland
- Afternoon Tea on arrival at the 4* Hilton Dunblane Hydro on the Sunday
- Two Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast at the 4* Doubletree By Hilton Dunblane Hydro Hotel
- Four Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Accommodation at the 4* Golf View Hotel & Spa
- An excursion to Aviemore with included return journey on the Strathspey Railway (Train Fare Included)
- NEW - A return journey on the Cairngorm Funicular (Train Fare Included)
- Light Lunch In the Ptarmigan Restaurant on Cairngorm Mountain, which offers panoramic views
- A full day excursion on the far North Line from Wick to Inverness with included coach transfers & packed lunch
- A Day at Leisure in & around Nairn
- A full day excursion on the Kyle Line between Dingwall & The Kyle of Lochalsh (Single Train Fare Included) followed by time at leisure with included coach transfers back to Nairn
- A Visit to Blair Castle (admission Included)
- A morning cruise on Loch Katrine with morning coffee & shortbread (Cruise Fare & Coffee Included)
- Porterage Included
- The Services Of A TML Travel Group Tour Manager throughout
| TOUR CODE | Basic Price | Single Occupancy Supplement | Vantage Seat Upgrade |
|---|---|---|---|
| SST-0002 | £ 1359.00 | £ 376.00 | £ 17.50 |
All tours are operated by TML Travel Group Limited and are subject to availability and terms & conditions of the TML Travel Group trading charter. All prices are per person based on sharing a twin/double bedded room and are valid for new bookings only. Single occupancy supplement and Insurance not included. New coaches may not be available on all tours. Offers maybe withdrawn at any time. Every attempt is made to keep the information guides up-to-date, however tours maybe subject to change and you will be notified. if this is the case. WE REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF 35 PAYING PASSENGERS IN ORDER TO OPERATE THIS TOUR
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