b'ClassicExperience Scotlands majestic lochs and glens on a fantastic rail holiday. Travel on the famous Jacobite train, cruise to7 DAYS fromcolourful Tobermory and cross the Ardnamurchan Peninsula. 1,595 ppYOUR ITINERARYSCOTLANDDays 1-2. Edinburgh, the Kelpies and West Highland LineYour holiday begins in Edinburgh where you meet the Tour Manager at our central hotel. After checking in, youre at leisure to start exploring Scotlands capital before dinner. The heart of the city is a World Heritage site and, as you wander through atmospheric streets of great architecture, its easy to seeMallaig Fort Williamwhy Edinburgh is referred to as the Athens of the North. On Day 2 we head to the magnificent Kelpies by coach. These huge sculptures pay homage toIsle of Mull 4the working horses that once pulled barges along canals and helped ploughObanfields. Just down the road is the Falkirk Wheel, a unique rotating boat lift which connects the Forth & Clyde canal with the Union canal. We continue driving toGlasgow 1+1 EdinburghGlasgow where we join the scenic West Highland Line, passing Loch Lomond and wild Rannoch Moor on this renowned rail journey to Fort William, a town on the shores of Lake Linnhe. At our hotel here, a guest speaker entertains usWHATS INCLUDED:with local history and tales of the road to the Isles.6 nights 3 & 4-Star hotel Days 3-4. Loch Linnhe cruise & sailing to the Isle of Mull accommodation We visit Neptunes Staircase today, Scotlands longest staircase lock where Standard Class rail traveltheres time to take photos before continuing to Loch Linnhe. Our skipper All rail, ferry and coach travel provides commentary as we see Ben Nevis, the Caledonian Canal and Black Rock, also known as Seal Island. After the cruise, theres time to find lunchthroughout your tourbefore returning to our hotel. On Day 4, we take the ferry from Oban for theExpertise of a UK Tour Manager crossing to the Isle of Mull. Drifting through small islands as we cross Lochfrom start to finishLinnhe, the views of the rugged coastline are awe-inspiring. After dockingBreakfast and dinner each dayat the port of Craignure, we take a scenic drive to Tobermory, the islands colourful capital. Famous for its fresh fish, you could enjoy a seafood lunch Group luggage transfers between here. After a ferry to Kilchoan, we drive across the wild Ardnamurchanhotels in Edinburgh and Glencoe, Peninsula to Fort William. The most westerly point in the British Isles, it isFort William and Edinburghknown as the Road to the Isles. We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. All guided tours and excursionsDay 5. Crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct on the Jacobite Steam Train We experience the final leg of the West Highland Line on the restored Jacobite Steam Train * . Boarding at Fort William, we discover why this journey is regarded as one of the most scenic in the world. A highlight comes as we cross the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct, that you may recognise from the Harry Potter films. The train continues towards the coast, unveiling wild views across the vast Scottish countryside then the line descends towards Mallaig,Tour Code: SYS| per person based ona quaint fishing port that looks over the Isle of Skye. Along the picturesque2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers harbour, theres a choice of local Scottish pubs that serve delicious seafoodfrom 500.dishes as well as other traditional meals. With some time at leisure, you could enjoy lunch with a view before our return journey on the Jacobite.2025 Departures: * On early/late season departures the Jacobite Steam Train excursion is replaced byMAR, APR, MAY, JUL, OCTthe scheduled Scotrail service.Days 6-7. Edinburgh farewell dinner & homeward bound MobilitySaying goodbye to Fort William, we head back to Edinburgh by coach, passingRating 1 2 3 4endless hills and lochs. Once weve settled back into Edinburgh, we enjoy our last evening in style. Sitting down in the Great Scots Hall at the Radisson Blu, were served a wonderful Scottish banquet among traditional furnishings. Dinner is accompanied by time-honoured Scottish entertainment, creatingSecure your place nowthe perfect farewell evening to your holiday. After breakfast on Day 8, yourwith a 400pp depositholiday in Edinburgh and the West Highlands comes to an end and you are free to head home, or you may wish to continue exploring independently. Search greatrail.com/SYS25SCOTLAND 11'