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Edinburgh, Oban and the West Highland Line

London ➡ Fort William ➡ Oban ➡ Edinburgh ➡ London

Day trip on the West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig

8 DAYS FROM £1,099

per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• 1 nights onboard the Caledonian Sleeper • 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • Rail travel in standard class throughout • Skip the Line: Edinburgh Castle Admission • Roundtrip journey on the Jacobite Steam

Train(April to October only)

North Atlantic Ocean

MALLAIG

OBAN

2

Spend 2 nights in Edinburgh before returning to London

2 FORT WILLIAM

EDINBURGH

2

North Sea

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Fort William - The Glencoe Inn Oban - The Ranald Hotel Edinburgh - Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Irish Sea

Overnight from London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper Your journey begins in London

KEY 1

Nights stay

LONDON

English Channel

DAY 1 -CALEDONIAN SLEEPER

Travel in comfort on board the famous Caledonian Sleeper and arrive in the Scottish Highlands after a sound nights sleep. You’ll awake to views from your cabin of the Scottish countryside, a magnificent array of shady glens, rugged mountain peaks and a coastline strewn with quaint fishing villages. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in romantic Glencoe. DAY 2 -FORT WILLIAM

Today you are free to explore Fort William and Glencoe at your leisure, which sit among some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. Take a stroll through the Glen or wander one of the many short highland walks for some truly glorious views. After your day of sightseeing be sure to cosy up in one of the traditional pubs, grab a seat by a roaring fire and have a wee glass of whisky for the true Highland experience. DAY 3 - JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN / WEST HIGHLAND LINE

Embark on a scenic train journey described by some as the world’s most beautiful. The Jacobite winds its way through breath-taking Scottish scenery. You’ll pass lochs and mountains, across the impressive Glenfinnan Viaduct and on until reaching Mallaig. Explore this charming coastal community before returning to Fort William. DAY 4 - FORT WILLIAM TO OBAN

Your journey today takes you from Fort William to the pretty seaside town of Oban. After checking into your hotel why not take a walk to McCaig’s Tower, Oban’s take on the Roman Colosseum, a perfect vantage point for viewing Oban and the surrounding area. DAY 5 - OBAN

Begin your final day in Oban by exploring the ruins of Dunollie Castle and take in the dramatic views of the island of Kerrara. Alternatively take a walk to Gallanach and catch a ferry across to the island

Fort William

of Kerrera, explore Gylen castle. That evening be sure to eat out in one of the towns famous seafood restaurants.

DAY 6 -OBAN TO EDINBURGH

Today you’ll board the train and head off to Edinburgh, Scotland’s historic capital. Along the way, relax onboard and enjoy the romantic Scottish landscape as it rolls by. DAY 7 - EDINBURGH

Take time today to stroll Edinburgh’s historic streets. Visit historic spots like Holyrood Palace on your included tour. Make your way to Edinburgh Castle perched on its rock overlooking the city and surrounding area. View the “Honours of Scotland” once the regalia of Scottish monarchs. To catch a glimpse of Edinburgh’s medieval era, visit the city’s oldest standing structure, St. Margaret’s located inside the castle complex. DAY 8 -YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LONDON

Take the train to London where your scenic train journey ends.

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