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Romantic Highlander -2026

Romantic Highlander 2026

Duration

5 Days

Departure Dates

30th June 2026, 29th September 2026

Prices from

£1,449 Per person

Enjoy a delightful tour of the spectacular Scottish Highlands based in the picturesque city of Inverness. Discover some of the most stunning scenery and landscapes from the comfort of your seat, steam on the magnificent Jacobite Steam Train across the fantastic Glenfinnan Viaduct, experience Scotland's "Great Railway Journey of the World", and journey on the nostalgic Strathspey Railway.

Inverness ©Shutterstock
Inverness ©Shutterstock

5 days from £1,449

 

DEPARTS

Tuesday 30 June 2026

Tuesday 29 September 2026

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Marvel at spectacular Highlands Mountain scenery

  • Steam on the famous "Harry Potter" Jacobite train to Mallaig

  • See the Bonnie Prince Charlie monument at the head of Loch Shiel

  • Cross the magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct

  • Take the fabulous Highland Line climbing through the Cairngorms

  • Steam on the nostalgic Strathspey Steam Railway

  • Experience the "Great Railway Journey of the World" to Kyle of Lochalsh

  • Free time to explore Inverness, the capital of the Highlands

 

Also included in your Tour Fare:

  • 4 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal plus 1 lunch

  • Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager

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