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The Belmond Royal Scotsman: Western Scenic Wonders Journey Through Western Scotland on the Luxurious Belmond Royal Scotsman Palace Tours 12000 Biscayne Blvd. #107 Miami FL 33181 USA 800-724-5120 / 786-408-0610 Call Us 1-800-724-5120 The Belmond Royal Scotsman: Western Scenic Wonders Journey through western Scotland on the luxurious Belmond Royal Scotsman. Journey past beautiful and historical sights including Loch Lomond and Ben Nevis and visit the Isle of Bute and stunning Gothic-Revival Mount Stuart House on this breathtaking adventure. Belmond Royal Scotsman is sure to make your stay comfortable, with its private cabins with en-suite bathrooms, Observation Car, and fine cuisine made with local produce and game. This journey gives you a unique look into Scottish culture and history and is sure to be an unforgettable trip. Itinerary Day 1 - Edinburgh to Village of Spean Bridge - Loch lomond The train departs Edinburgh in the early afternoon and heads west through Falkirk, reaching Craigendoran, the starting point for the West Highland Line. Enjoy an indulgent afternoon tea and look out for a first glimpse of Loch Lomond. After climbing up the waterfall-rich Glen Falloch, the train continues north to the village of Spean Bridge for the night. Enjoy a splendid informal dinner and entertainment in the Observation Car. Day 2 - Spean Bridge to Bridge of Orchy - Inverlochy Castle Today continue west, passing through Fort William. Here you will get a view of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest peak. Stop at Arisaig to walk along the Morar Sands (famously known as the "Silver Sands of Morar") and admire the Isle of Skye's Cuillin Mountains. Return to Belmond Royal Scotsman for lunch as it travels back towards Fort William, followed by a trip to Glenfinnan Monument. Here, a Highlander will explain the area's history before you enjoy tea at Inverlochy Castle. Alternatively, you can walk to the beautiful Steall Waterfall in Glen Nevis. In the evening, return to the train in Fort William and enjoy informal dinner as you travel towards Bridge of Orchy, a small town in Argyll. After dinner, enjoy entertainment in the Observation Car, nightcap in hand. Day 3 - Bridge of Orchy to Kilmarnock - Explore Isle of Bute & Mount Stuart Today, you will journey to the charming Isle of Bute, a small island known for its geology, history, wildlife, and landscape. Visit the Victorian Gothic house of Mount Stuart, home to a wonderful collection of family portraits. In April 2016, a Shakespeare First Folio (a large collection of Shakespeare's plays published in 1623) was newly discovered at the Mount Stuart House. Return to the train for a formal dinner on your last night as you travel from Gourock to Kimarnock where you stable for the evening. The Belmond Royal Scotsman: Western Scenic Wonders(© www.palacetours.com) 1/9 Day 4 - Kilmarnock to Edinburgh - Farewell Breakfast Enjoy a hearty Scottish breakfast as Edinburgh’s historic skyline comes into view. Bid farewell at Edinburgh Waverley Station. Destination Information Arisaig Arisaig is a small village in Lochaber, Invernessshire, on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands. It lies on the Road to the Isles, the A830 which leads to Mallaig to the north and Fort William to the east. Arisaig is served by Arisaig railway station on the West Highland Line which connects the village to Mallaig and Fort William. It is the most westerly station on the British mainland. Tourism is the main industry in the Arisaig area, due to the spectacular scenery and great beaches. A small passenger ferry sails from Arisaig to the Small Isles of Eigg, Muck and Rum. The legendary Scottish Gaelic poet Alasdair MacMhaighstir Alasdair died in Arisaig in 1770. He is known to be buried in the village's Roman Catholic cemetery. Bridge of Orchy Bridge of Orchy is a landmark hamlet in Argyll, Scotland. Dating back to 1751, it includes a notable tourist hotel. Located at the head of Glen Orchy, it is on the A82 road, has a railway station and is on the West Highland Way long distance path. Nearby prominent peaks include the munros Beinn Dorain and Beinn an Dòthaidh. The village itself is in the central highlands. The eponymous bridge was constructed by Government forces as part of a program of pacification of the Highland Clans which involved the construction of military roads from the Lowlands into the much wilder upland areas of Scotland. It crosses the River Orchy, one of the finest white-water rivers in the United Kingdom. Edinburgh As the capital city of Scotland, Edinburgh is a dynamic city offering two distinct sides: the medieval Old Town, where visitors can enjoy the well maintained architecture, and the New Town, offering classical Georgian architecture. Today, Edinburgh has grown into a major cultural centre, full of activities and events. The city's Castle proudly dominates the Scottish capital. There are one thousand years of history sitting on the top of the famous rock. Discover Princes Street, Scotland's greatest thoroughfare, where locals and visitors can enjoy numerous shops, restaurants and most of all, the spectacular panorama of the Old Town and the stately castle. Fort William Fort William is the largest town in the highlands of Scotland, now that Inverness has achieved City status. Originally based around the still-extant village of Inverlochy, the town lies at the southern end of the Great Glen, on the shores of Loch Linnhe and Loch Eil. It is close to Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles, and Glen Nevis. Fort William is a major tourist centre with Glen Coe just to the south, and Glenfinnan to the west, on the Road to the Isles. It is an important centre for hill walking and climbing due to its proximity to Ben Nevis and many other Munro mountains. It is also well known for its nearby famous Downhill Mountain Bike Track and its connection to the West Highland Way from Glasgow and the Great Glen Way; a walk/cycle way from Inverness to Fort William through the Great Glen. Spean Bridge The Belmond Royal Scotsman: Western Scenic Wonders(© www.palacetours.com) 2/9 Spean Bridge is a settlement in the Highland region of Scotland.The village takes its name from the bridge over the River Spean on General Wade's military road between Fort William and Fort Augustus, and not from Telford's bridge of 1819 which carries the A82 over the river at the heart of the village. Lying in the Great Glen, Spean Bridge has transport links north towards Inverness and south to Fort William, provided by the A82, and the A86 heads east to join the A9 at Kingussie. The village is served by the Spean Bridge railway station providing links to London, and between 1903 and 1933 it offered a branch line service to Fort Augustus. The Isle of Bute The Isle of Bute is one of the islands of the lower Firth of Clyde in Scotland. Formerly part of the county of Buteshire, it now constitutes part of the council area of Argyll and Bute. Rothesay is the only town on the island, which is linked by ferry to the mainland. Bute is divided in two by the Highland Boundary Fault. North of the fault the island is hilly and largely uncultivated with extensive areas of forestry. To the south of the fault the terrain is smoother and highly cultivated although in the far south is to be found the island's most rugged terrain around Glen Callum. Loch Fad is Bute's largest body of freshwater and runs along the fault line. Architectural attractions on the island include the ruined twelfth century St Blane's Chapel, the eccentric Mount Stuart House, the Pavilion, Rothesay Castle, Ascog Hall Fernery and Gardens, Loch Fad, the Old Post Office and Scalpsie Bay. The island also has many herds of deer, rich bird-life and some large hares. Wild goat with large curled horns may be seen in the north of the island. Price Chart All Rates in US$ per person including ALL taxes and surcharges Group Tour Rates Class Dates Single Rate Double Rate Triple Rate Double Cabin Double Cabin For departure October 1,2021 N/A US$ 6,312 N/A For departures April 15,2022 through Double Cabin N/A US$ 5,846 N/A September 30,2022 Twin Cabin Twin Cabin For departure October 1,2021 N/A US$ 6,312 N/A For departures April 15,2022 through Twin Cabin N/A US$ 5,846 N/A September 30,2022 Departures Oct 2021 1 Apr 2022 15 May 2022 6,20,27 Jun 2022 3,17 Jul 2022 1,15,29 Aug 2022 12,19,26 Sep 2022 16,23,30 The following is included in your tour cost: 3 Nights accommodation on board Belmond Royal Scotsman as per the itinerary in a State Cabin with private ensuite toilet and shower Table d'hôte meals daily, including all alcoholic and other beverages All entertainment and sightseeing excursions as specified in the itinerary All applicable taxes The following is excluded from your tour cost: Travel insurance The Belmond Royal Scotsman: Western Scenic Wonders(© www.palacetours.com) 3/9 Domestic or international airfare Transfers before or after your train journey Gratuities for crew members Items of a personal nature, souvenirs and any other items not specifically mentioned as included. Travel Tips & FAQ's 1 . Is travel insurance required? Contact Palace Tours if you need to purchase travel insurance. When traveling on Belmond Royal Scotsman luxury train we recommend insurance cover for personal belongings and your luggage. Insurance will often times also cover any charges associated with the cancellation/interruption of tours and any medical bills.
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