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Sit
back and relax and revel in some of Europe’s most breathtaking rail
journeys, capturing the contrasting villages and towns of Inverness,
Fort William, Aviemore and Kyle of Lochalsh. The dramatic landscape
of the Highlands will glide past you as you sit back and relax and
absorb the
ever changing landscapes. Go back in time on the
nostalgic Jacobite Steam Train, made famous in the Harry Potter
movies and enjoy another two popular Highland rail excursions.
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THE DUKE OF GORDON HOTEL |
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www.dukeofgordonhotel.co.uk |
| Located in the heart of the
Scottish Highlands this delightful hotel offers total tranquillity
and serenity in some of the most unspoilt natural landscapes in
Britain. The professional, courteous and friendly staff at the Duke
of Gordon hotel will be more than happy to ensure you have
everything you need to enjoy the Scottish Highlands. After
delightful days sightseeing relax by the roaring log fires in the
Oak Lounge and enjoy a local whisky, followed by excellent dinner
and entertainment.All bedrooms offer shower or bath, with colour TV,
telephone and tea/coffee making facilities |
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ITINERARY |
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MONDAY A leisurely departure as we travel north
through the borders with visits on route arriving at the Duke of
Gordon Hotel, in Kingussie in time to relax before for dinner. |
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TUESDAY Today we travel to Fort William and join
the nostalgic steam hauled West Highland Line. The Jacobite Steam
train is one of Europe’s most popular train journeys, absorbing Loch
Eil, the Caledonian Canal, Glenfinnan Viaduct & Monument and Loch
Morar – Scotland’s deepest loch.Absorb the beautiful views of Eigg,
Muck & Rhum on this |
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two hour
journey. After free time for lunch in the fishing town
of Mallaig we return via coach making stops at
Glenfinnan and Spean Bridge.
WEDNESDAY
A wonderful day as we travel via ‘The Road to the Isles’
to the Kyle of Lochalsh. On arrival we cross the Skye
Road Bridge onto The Isle of Skye before returning
to Lochalsh for free time for lunch before joining the
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passing moorlands and mountain regions, quoted by
Michael Palin as being one of the most beautiful rail
journeys in Europe. On arrival in Inverness and after
some free time we rejoin our coach and travel back to
Kingussie. |
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| THURSDAY A
relaxing day in the Spey Valley as we take a leisurely
drive to Aviemore and board the Strathspey Steam train
and travel fromAviemore to Broomhill – most famously
known as Glenbogle in the popular “Monarch of the
Glen”TV series. Hauled by steam the 45 minute journey
passes through Boat of Garten.Afterwards we continue on
our journey to the Glenfiddich whiskey distillery where
we have a guided tour and a wee dram arranged. Later,
free time in Grantown on Spey before returning to our
hotel to relax before our final Scottish dinner with
Scottish entertainment. |
| FRIDAY After
breakfast sadly it’s time to depart and travel home.With
comfort breaks on route we arrive home late afternoon. |
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| Included in your holiday cost |
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4 nights’, 3 course
choice of dinner,
bed&Scottish breakfast
at the Duke of Gordon
Hotel |
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4 nights’ entertainment
and porterage |
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One leg rail journey
from Inverness to Kyle
of Lochalsh |
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Single steamjourney on
the Jacobite Steamtrain
and trip on Strathspey
Railway |
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Tour of Glenfiddich
whisky distillery with a
dram to taste |
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Door to door collection
from selected areas |
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Porterage throughout (1
case per person subject
to conditions) |
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Not included |
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Travel Insurance £18.00 |
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Single Room Supplement
£50.00 |
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