Royals & Rails in Scotland

With sparkling lochs, breathtaking mountain scenery, impressive castles, and Royal connections, Scotland is a complete holiday destination with plenty of must-see sights, so don't miss out!

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Join us on a holiday like no other in spectacular Scotland. All aboard the most remarkable railway journey in the world, the Jacobite Steam Railway, before exploring the majesty of Balmoral Castle, the beloved Highland home of the Royal Family. With sparkling lochs, breathtaking mountain scenery, impressive castles, and Royal connections, Scotland is a complete holiday destination with plenty of must-see sights, so don't miss out!

INCLUDES

4 nights half board

Return journey on the Jacobite Steam Railway (Fort William to Mallaig)

Scenic tour of Loch Tummel with a visit to Queen's View

Admission into Balmoral Castle, including grounds, gardens & exhibitions

Excursions to Mallaig & Braemar

DAY 1

Today we make our way to Pitlochry and stay at the Hydro Hotel.

DAY 2.

A leisurely morning before we head to Balmoral castle this afternoon with entry into the grounds, gardens, exhibitions and gift shop as well as the largest room in the castle, the Ballroom. En-route back to the hotel, we stop briefly in the picturesque village of Braemar, where we have time to explore at leisure.

DAY 3.

This morning we enjoy a scenic excursion exploring Loch Tummel with a visit to Queen's View on the eastern edge, Highland Perthshire's most iconic view said to have been named after Queen Victoria following her visit in 1866. Enjoy stunning views from the visitor centre of the loch and beyond to the iconic Schiehallion. This is one of the most photographed areas in Scotland - don't forget your camera! We return back to the hotel for the afternoon at leisure.

DAY 4.

Full day. We travel to Fort William (morning departure) where we join the Jacobite Steam Railway to Mallaig. This section of the West Highland Line crosses the 100ft-high Glenfinnan Viaduct used in the Harry Potter film sequences featuring the Hogwarts Express. After free time in Mallaig we make our way back to the hotel.

DAY 5.

After breakfast, we board the coach to go home.

Pitlochry Hydro Hotel 3*, Pitlochry

Offering fantastic views of the Perthshire Highlands, the Pitlochry Hydro Hotel features a spa, an indoor pool and a restaurant. The hotel maintains its traditional Highland architecture with a modern twist to the decor. Each room has a TV and hot drink facilities for your convenience.

Hotel Facilities

Bar
Restaurant
Lift
WiFi
Indoor swimming pool
Spa

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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Alfreton	Bus Station, Hall Street, Alfreton, DE55 7BT
Arnold	High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Beeston	Beeston Lace Road, behind the Cricketers Pub Beeston, NG9 2LA
Bulwell	Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Chesterfield	Coach Station, Beckingham Way Chesterfield, S40 1TH
Derby	Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28, Derby, DE1 2AY
Heanor	Market Place, Wilmott Street (Market Square side) Heanor, DE75 7EG
Ilkeston	Wharncliffe Rd, Market Place, Ilkeston, DE7 5GF
Leicester	St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA, Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Long Eaton	The Green, Outside Poundland Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ
Loughborough	Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Mansfield	Bus Stop, Walkden Street Mansfield, NG18 1QN
Nottingham	Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Ripley	Market Place, Express Stand Ripley, DE5 3FJ
Rotherham	Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street, Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield	Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG
Toton	Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane Notts, NG9 7JA