AMERICAN RESERVATIONS 205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401 United States of America Tel: +1 800 524 2420 (Toll Free) Fax: +1 843 937 9036 Email: [email protected] EUROPEAN RESERVATIONS JOURNEY TO THE HEART Shackleton House, 4 Battle Bridge Lane, London, SE1 2HP United Kingdom Tel: 0845 077 2222 or +44 (0)20 3117 1300 OF THE HIGHLANDS Fax: +44 (0)20 7921 4708 Email: [email protected] SOUTHEAST ASIAN AND AUSTRALASIAN RESERVATIONS 100 Beach Road, #34-01/02, Shaw Tower, Singapore 189702 Tel: +65 6395 0678 Fax: +65 6392 3600 Email: [email protected] BELMOND.COM/ROYALSCOTSMAN “MY HEART’S IN THE HIGHLANDS, MY HEART IS NOT HERE, MY HEART’S IN THE HIGHLANDS, A-CHASING THE DEER” Robert Burns belmond.com/royalscotsman belmond.com/royalscotsman EXPERIENCE SCOTLAND Chapter One A land of unspoilt natural beauty, its rich heritage reflected in its magnificent castles and estates, passed down through generations belmond.com/royalscotsman belmond.com/royalscotsman A HIGHLAND ADVENTURE From snow-capped mountains to golden beaches, ancient castles to vibrant cities, Scotland has so much to offer the traveller any of Scotland’s most striking Mother, is renowned as one of Britain’s colours and sights are found in The most haunted castles. Cairngorms — home to Britain’s Modern Scotland’s most successful Mhighest mountain range, ancient export is whisky and the Strathisla Caledonian pine forests and numerous Distillery, where the famed Chivas rivers and lochs. At its heart is the Regal is crafted, is one of the oldest in the Rothiemurchus Estate, where visitors can Highlands. Little has changed since its enjoy country pursuits such as clay-pigeon founding in 1786, from the old cobbled shooting, hill walking, fishing and spotting courtyard to its distinctive pagodas. birds, including the osprey in summer. Striking architecture of a different kind The story of Scotland’s past can be is found at Glenfinnan, a pretty village told through its many historic castles at the northern end of Loch Shiel. Its and houses, including 16th-century magnificent 21-arch railway viaduct Ballindalloch Castle, beside the River played a prominent role in the Harry Spey, and still the family home to Potter films and it is also where Bonnie the Macpherson-Grants. It has a fine Prince Charlie raised his standard at the collection of 17th-century paintings and beginning of the Jacobite Rising. a “single estate” distillery — the first of Equally eye-catching is Kyle of its kind in Scotland. Foulis Castle, seat Lochalsh, gateway to the Isle of Skye. of Clan Munro for more than 700 years, The journey there is a picturesque ride is a Georgian mansion overlooking the past the Torridon Mountains, along Cromarty Firth, while Glamis Castle, Loch Carron to Plockton, whose nearby the childhood home of the Queen waters are home to wild seals. belmond.com/royalscotsman belmond.com/royalscotsman It may be a small country, but there and rivers, castles and gardens and is an incredible variety of landscapes world-famous distilleries. All journeys from the lowlands to the Highlands. aboard Belmond Royal Scotsman The perfect way to discover this begin and end in the Scottish capital, land of unspoilt natural beauty is on Edinburgh. The city is a wonderful board Belmond Royal Scotsman, blend of historic landmarks such as which reveals all this and more on an Mary, Queen of Scots’ former hideout, unforgettable journey. the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and From the moment Belmond Royal contemporary attractions, such as the Scotsman welcomes you on board world-famous Fringe festival, one of with a traditional piper, you journey in the largest and most dynamic arts comfort to discover a land of mountains events in Europe. belmond.com/royalscotsman WELCOME ON BOARD Chapter Two Elegant cabins, the finest local cuisine and the warmest of welcomes ensure an unforgettable journey belmond.com/royalscotsman belmond.com/royalscotsman EXCEPTIONAL SURROUNDINGS Our elegant cabins, superb cuisine, friendly team and exciting activities combine to make your journey truly memorable As soon as you step on board Belmond candlelit dinners and ceilidhs are all part Royal Scotsman, our welcoming staff of the experience. make you feel like part of the family. The Lunch and dinner are taken in the train carries just 40 passengers in private two beautiful wood-panelled Restaurant en-suite cabins, each with a cabin steward Cars, Raven and Swift, where an available 24 hours a day. A typical day unforgettable dining experience awaits. begins with a hearty breakfast, featuring Our cuisine is expertly created and such Scottish specialities as porridge prepared by our chefs in the onboard or kedgeree, before the day’s activities. kitchen, with menus featuring local, Traditional afternoon teas, cocktails, seasonal ingredients. belmond.com/royalscotsman belmond.com/royalscotsman Enjoy both informal and formal dinners haven with interiors designed to evoke an SPA AND AWAY — where guests often choose to dress in air of Edwardian elegance. Mahogany Belmond Royal Scotsman is to have a traditional Scottish kilts — before marquetry provides a opulent setting tenth carriage added during the 2016 relaxing in the cosy surroundings of the and creates a warm glow in the cabins, season — but it’s no ordinary carriage. Observation Car and soaking up the of which there are 15 twin, three Belmond has partnered with British ever-changing view. doubles and four singles, including an artisanal brand Bamford to create the After dinner, entertainment might interconnecting cabin, all with an first ever pamper carriage, the Haybarn include traditional music from local players en-suite shower room, a desk and Spa. This sanctuary consists of two or storytelling from a clansman, or why not wardrobe and a generous window from interconnecting treatment rooms where enjoy a nightcap from the bar, which has a which to admire the passing countryside. guests can enjoy soothing therapies, such selection of more than 50 whiskies. You are also assured a good night’s as the Bamford Bespoke Facial or Deep When it is time to retire, our en-suite sleep as the train stables each night in a Tissue Massage, or spruce up with a cabins provide a cosy and sophisticated quiet siding or station. manicure or pedicure. belmond.com/royalscotsman CABIN PLANS Our en-suite cabins provide a cosy and sophisticated haven in which to relax and savour the glorious scene Belmond Royal Scotsman has single, twin and double cabins, each equipped with an en-suite shower room, a wardrobe and desk and a picture window from which to admire the view. DOUBLE CABIN INTERCONNECTING CABIN (TWIN/DOUBLE) DRESSING THE PART Get into the spirit of your adventure and hire a kilt for your journey. We have a long association with Kinloch Anderson, Edinburgh-based kiltmakers to HM The Queen. To look the part during your journey, why not take advantage of their premium Kilt Hire service and select some distinguished tartan garments to wear on board? Alternatively, as a wonderful memento of your journey, order a personally tailored Highland Dress outfit. For more details, contact Kinloch Anderson on +44 (0)131 555 1390 TWIN CABIN SINGLE CABIN or email [email protected] ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE belmond.com/royalscotsman belmond.com/royalscotsman YOUR JOURNEY Chapter Three Discover where our train journeys round the Highlands take you, or opt for a trip themed around your passions and hobbies belmond.com/royalscotsman belmond.com/royalscotsman THE ROUTES JOURNEYS Our Scottish adventures range from the two-night Highland Journey to the seven-night Grand North Western Journey. ATLANTIC There are also themed trips and journeys to England OCEAN NORTH JOURNEYS SEA l The Highland Journey l Keith The Western Journey l The Classic Journey Plockton l Inverness The Grand West Highland Journey Kyle of Carrbridge l The Grand North Western Journey Lochalsh Spean Boat of Garten SIGNATURE JOURNEY Arsaig Bridge ENJOY THE PEACE AND QUIET OF THE GREAT OUTDOORS VIEW OF GLEN NEVIS FROM BEN NEVIS l Fort William Scottish Golf Tour l Grampian Discovery l Bridge of THE HIGHLAND JOURNEY THE WESTERN JOURNEY Heritage, Homes and Gardens l The Scottish Malt Whisky Journey Orchy Dundee l 2 NIGHTS 3 NIGHTS Grand Tour of Great Britain l A Tale of Two Cities l A two-night adventure into the heart of the Highlands combining Admire and explore natural wonders such as Loch Lomond, Ben Majestic England Wemyss Bay breathtaking scenery, outdoor pursuits and a visit to a distillery Nevis, Morar and the Isle of Bute on this three-night journey For more information and prices, please Isle of Bute Edinburgh visit belmond.com/royalscotsman DAY 1 Depart Edinburgh and travel 1746. An early evening visit to Strathisla DAY 1 Leave Edinburgh in the afternoon Scottish music in the Observation Car. through the Highlands to arrive at Boat Distillery is followed by a formal dinner, and head past Loch Lomond and Rannoch of Garten on the private Strathspey then traditional Scottish music in the Moor. Enjoy dinner en route to Spean DAY 3 Cross from Wemyss Bay to the Railway. An informal dinner is followed Observation Car. Bridge, where local entertainment awaits. Isle of Bute. Tonight’s formal dinner is Key destinations N Why not charter the train for your O by evening entertainment on board. followed by Scottish music. R DAY 3 DAY 2 exclusive use? Our one-, two-, three- or Stabling point T Enjoy a full Scottish breakfast as On the way to Arisaig, look out four-night train charters are perfect for H DAY 2 Travel to Rothiemurchus Estate the train travels south, crossing the Firth for Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in DAY 4 Return to Edinburgh. The Highland Journey (2 Nights) C any occasion, with customised menus, H to enjoy clay-pigeon shooting, fishing or of Forth to Waverley Station.