A local guide takes you to Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace,
the Queen's official residence in Scotland. End your day in Leith
with a visit to the former royal yacht 'Britannia.'
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Days 1-2: USA or Canada/Edinburgh, Scotland
Begin your luxurious three-night rail journey on The Royal
Scotsman. Enjoy afternoon tea as you travel along the edge of Gare
Loch toward Arrochar, where you have your first glimpse of Loch
Lomond.
There are spectacular views of Rannoch Moor before you
arrive in Spean Bridge where the train stables overnight. After a
formal dinner, enjoy entertainment in the observation car.
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Day 3: Edinburgh
Look out the window for a view of Ben Nevis before the route
follows the stunning coastline to Arisaig. Disembark for a walk
along the beautiful Morar Sands.
Return to the train for lunch
en route to Fort William. Visit Glenfinnan Monument with Ray
Owens, a historic storyteller.
Afternoon tea is served at The Factor's
Inn, exclusively for Royal Scotsman guests. Dinner is on board
before the train stables for the night at Bridge of Orchy.
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Day 4: Edinburgh/Spean Bridge
Travel south toward Glasgow before heading to Gourock. At
Wemyss you take a ferry across to the Isle of Bute. From St. Blane's
Chapel at the south of the island to the abandoned townships in
Glen More at the north, every stone seems to have its tale to tell.
Arrive at Mount Stuart, Britain's most spectacular Victorian Gothic
house.
Once afternoon tea is served, you have time to explore this
magnificent residence and gardens.
Return to the mainland and
rejoin the train at Wemyss Bay, where a formal dinner is served and
the train stables overnight.
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Day 5: Spean Bridge/Bridge of Orchy
Disembark in Edinburgh and continue into the Scottish countryside
to stately Hopetoun House, often known as the "Versailles of
Scotland." Later, explore the historic university town of St. Andrews
en route to your renowned hotel in the Perthshire countryside.
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Day 6: Bridge of Orchy/Wemyss Bay
Today is free to enjoy the facilities of the Gleneagles estate.
Perhaps book an appointment with a personal trainer for a
fitness assessment, swim, play tennis or pamper yourself with a
spa treatment. You may also engage in equestrian activities, golf,
fishing or falconry.
Your driver-guide and private vehicle are at your
disposal should you decide to further explore the region.
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Day 7: Wemyss Bay/Edinburgh/Hopetoun/St. Andrews/Gleneagles
Transfer to the Edinburgh or Glasgow Airport for your homebound
flight.
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Day 8: Gleneagles
Day 9: Gleneagles/USA or Canada