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I agree with reply 1 above; Loch Ness is a bit of a tourist trap. Edinburgh to Loch Lomond. Our Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Inverness, Oban and the Highlands tours begin from 1 night and take in the best that Scotland has to offer. Edinburgh, Skye and the Jacobite Steam Train 5 day/4 night. This 2-day heritage tour of the Scottish Highlands features historic locations linked to the Jacobite movement of 18th-century Scotland. Grand Tour of Scotland by Train. A leisurely fortnight touring the Highlands and some islands, largely by train. Edinburgh to Kingussie.Although quite a long ride, it passes through some great scenery, especially north of Dunkeld.The section north of Blair Atholl reaches the highest point reached by the national railway system in the UK.

We stay in authentic, cosy B&B’s and explore the bloody history, exciting myths, clan culture and awe-inspiring castles in Scotland.


Whilst Edinburgh grew in the industrial age, it was surpassed in size by Glasgow, but it still continued to prosper.. Until the late 18th century Edinburgh consisted mainly of what is now known as the Old Town, including the Royal Mile and Grass Market. From mountains and forests to bright lochs and wide open moors. From the 13th century in particular the community really began to flourish, and in 1492 James IV declared Edinburgh Scotland's capital. Visit the village of Dunkeld, drive through Cairngorm National Park to Loch Ness, and stay overnight in Fort Augustus. 5 and 6 night tours are also available.

Next day head into the picturesque Highlands to see wild Rannoch Moor, Glen Coe and take the chance for a monster-spotting cruise! Instead, I would suggest the following trips by train: 1. This comprehensive 14-night holiday is carefully designed to allow plenty of two night stopovers, and takes in the dramatic beauty of the West Highlands, the rugged charm of Skye, the delights of Inverness, the prehistory of Orkney and the magnificent scenery of the Cairngorm mountains. Another of the great trips from Edinburgh by train is to Balloch, from where frequent bus services will bring you to one of Scotland's most splendid beauty spots.This is definitely one of the best trips by train from Edinburgh, allowing visitors to experience the varying features that make Scotland's rugged countryside so popular. On our day tours from Edinburgh, you explore on nimble 16-seat mini-coaches, you support local communities, and you learn the stories from a friendly local guide. Travel coast to coast across the Highlands from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh. Experience the unmatched beauty of Scotland the way it is truly supposed to be enjoyed, winding through the windswept moors, alongside glittering lochs, and under brooding mountains by rail.

Choose to take an extended 7 night tour or opt for a shorter 1 to 4 night tour which may be combined with one of our Custom Scotland Castle Vacations for the ultimate in luxury. Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, is the perfect beginning or endpoint for your Scotland vacation. Scotland Train Tours 2020/2021. So, use your time wisely and experience the best of Scotland in a day from our central Edinburgh departure point. Speed to Edinburgh by express train then see the sights by hop-on, hop-off tour. This city has an enchanting fusion of cosmopolitan amenities and ancient sites, including 12th-century Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace, which was constructed in the 16th century. 3 Day tours from Edinburgh Sit back and relax on a three day tour from Edinburgh that weaves through the western Highlands, past Loch Lomond and through Glencoe, to the spectacular Isle of Skye. Delve deep into the wild west coast from Glasgow to Oban or Fort William and Mallaig on one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world.