Royal Scotsman · 5 days · 4 nights
Scotland’s Classic Splendours
Edinburgh · Keith · Plockton · Kyle of Lochalsh · Garve · Boat of Garten · Dundee
Royal Scotsman · 8 days, 7 nights
Grand Tour of Scotland
Eight days circling Scotland: Glenmorangie, a beach evening at Dunnet Bay, Orkney's Skara Brae, Skye, Crathes Castle, St Andrews, Loch Lomond and Drumlanrig.
- EdinburghDay 1
- Boat of GartenDay 1
- Glenmorangie, TainDay 2
- Dunnet Bay DistillersDay 2
- Skara Brae, OrkneyDay 3
- Dunvegan Castle, Isle of SkyeDay 4
- Crathes CastleDay 5
- St AndrewsDay 6
- ElieDay 6
- Loch LomondDay 7
- Drumlanrig CastleDay 7
- EdinburghDay 8
Train stopExcursion by road
Duration8 days
Nights7
RouteEdinburgh → Edinburgh
Places visited11
From, per personGBP 28,388
Overview
A seven-night loop around the whole of Scotland. Taste whisky at Glenmorangie, spend an evening on the beach with Dunnet Bay Distillers and cross to Orkney for Neolithic Skara Brae. Then come a full day on Skye, Royal Deeside and Crathes Castle, St Andrews and seafood in Elie, a cruise on Loch Lomond and a gala dinner in Drumlanrig Castle's State Dining Room.
- Private warehouse tasting at Glenmorangie and lunch at Glenmorangie House
- Drinks on the beach and a bonfire with Dunnet Bay Distillers
- A ferry day on Orkney with the Neolithic village of Skara Brae
- A full day on Skye: outdoor adventure, or Kilt Rock, Portree and Dunvegan Castle
- Crathes Castle on Royal Deeside
- A private tour of St Andrews and a seafood dinner at The Ship Inn in Elie
- A private boat cruise on Loch Lomond
- Gala dinner in the State Dining Room of Drumlanrig Castle
Day by day
Day 1Edinburgh → Boat of GartenBoat of Garten
Leave Edinburgh for Perth with afternoon tea, then continue through Dunkeld, Pitlochry, Blair Atholl and the Highland peaks to Boat of Garten on the Strathspey Railway. Dinner features local produce, followed by lively entertainment in the Observation Car.
Meals: Afternoon tea · Dinner
Day 2Tain → Wick
An early start takes the train north to Tain for Glenmorangie Distillery, with a private warehouse tasting and lunch at Glenmorangie House. The journey continues to Wick, and after dinner you visit Dunnet Bay Distillers for drinks on the beach, a bonfire and evening entertainment.
Meals: Lunch · Dinner
Day 3Orkney Islands → DingwallDingwall
After a Scottish breakfast, a coach takes you to Gills Bay for the ferry to Orkney. Explore Skara Brae, a remarkably preserved Neolithic village, enjoy a traditional lunch and tour more of the island before the evening ferry back. An informal dinner is served as the train travels south to Dingwall.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 4Isle of Skye
Spend the whole day on the Isle of Skye. Choose an outdoor adventure among waterfalls and wildlife, or tour with a historian to Kilt Rock, the Trotternish Peninsula and Portree, then Dunvegan Castle and its gardens. Rejoin the train at Kyle of Lochalsh for an informal dinner and Scottish folk music.
Meals: Breakfast · Dinner
Day 5Royal Deeside → DundeeDundee
After a leisurely brunch, explore Royal Deeside with a historian and visit 16th-century Crathes Castle, known for its turrets, oak panelling and painted ceilings. Back on board, a formal dinner is served with the train stabled overnight in Dundee.
Meals: Brunch · Dinner
Day 6St Andrews → Elie → Wemyss BayWemyss Bay
Breakfast is served as the train crosses the Tay Bridge, followed by a private tour of St Andrews' castle, cathedral and St Rule's Tower and free time in town. After a light lunch on board, dine on local seafood at The Ship Inn in Elie and stroll on the beach before drinks on the train as it heads to Wemyss Bay.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 7Loch Lomond → Drumlanrig → KilmarnockKilmarnock
After breakfast, take a private boat cruise on Loch Lomond among its islands and wildlife. Lunch is served on the way to Dumfries, then visit Drumlanrig Castle with its art collections, gardens and woodland. The tour ends with a gala dinner in the castle's State Dining Room and farewell drinks on the way to Kilmarnock.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 8Kilmarnock → Edinburgh
The train leaves Kilmarnock early and heads east to Edinburgh as you linger over a leisurely breakfast.
Meals: Breakfast
Where you spend each night
- Night 1Boat of Garten
- Night 3Dingwall
- Night 5Dundee
- Night 6Wemyss Bay
- Night 7Kilmarnock
The map is schematic. Dashed lines are excursions by road.
Most spacious
Grand Suite
4 suites · 14 m² / 151 sq ft
- Double bed with an embossed headboard
- Sofa, armchair and a larch-wood dining table
- En-suite bathroom finished in local stone and wood
- Dressing table and rich Scottish tweeds
For couples
Double Cabin
5 cabins · 7.9 m² / 85 sq ft
- Plush double bed
- En-suite shower room
- Dressing table
- Large picture window
Two beds
Twin Cabin
9 cabins · 7.9 m² / 85 sq ft
- Two lower beds
- En-suite shower room
- Wardrobe and writing desk
- Edwardian-style wood marquetry
All cabins sleep two, which keeps the train small and sociable.
- Cabin accommodation aboard the Royal Scotsman
- All meals and drinks on board
- Onboard entertainment
- Excursions as described in the itinerary
- Deposit
- 25% of the total at booking
- Final payment
- 125 days before departure
- Cancellation
- 120 days or more before departure: 25% · 119–90 days: 50% · 89–30 days: 70% · 29 days or less: 100%
Dates and prices
Live availability. Choose a cabin type, then select Book Now to reserve online, or Join waitlist on sold-out dates.
Double Cabin (Matrimonial Bed)
June 11, 2027
GBP 30,200.00
GBP 28,388.00 pp dbl
June 11, 2027
GBP 60,400.00
GBP 56,776.00 pp sgl
Grand Suite
June 11, 2027
GBP 53,500.00
GBP 50,290.00 pp dbl
Sold Out
Available in Double Cabin (Matrimonial Bed)
June 11, 2027
GBP 107,000.00
GBP 100,580.00 pp sgl
Sold Out
Available in Double Cabin (Matrimonial Bed)
Twin Cabin (2 Twin Beds)
June 11, 2027
GBP 30,200.00
GBP 28,388.00 pp dbl
Sold Out
Available in Double Cabin (Matrimonial Bed)
June 11, 2027
GBP 60,400.00
GBP 56,776.00 pp sgl
Sold Out
Available in Double Cabin (Matrimonial Bed)
Join the waitlist
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Questions about this journey
Where does the Grand Tour of Scotland start and finish?
It is a seven-night loop from Edinburgh. You leave for Perth with afternoon tea on the first day, and the train returns to Edinburgh from Kilmarnock on Day 8 as you linger over a leisurely breakfast.
How many nights is the Grand Tour of Scotland and where does the train stay?
It is 7 nights and 8 days. Overnight stops include Boat of Garten, Dingwall, Dundee, Wemyss Bay and Kilmarnock, with the train also travelling far north to Wick and west to Kyle of Lochalsh.
What are the highlights of the Grand Tour of Scotland?
You enjoy a private warehouse tasting at Glenmorangie, an evening of drinks on the beach and a bonfire at Dunnet Bay, and a ferry day on Orkney with the Neolithic village of Skara Brae. Later come a full day on Skye, Crathes Castle on Royal Deeside, a private tour of St Andrews, a seafood dinner at The Ship Inn in Elie, a private boat cruise on Loch Lomond and a gala dinner in the State Dining Room of Drumlanrig Castle.
What choices are there on the Isle of Skye day?
You can choose an outdoor adventure among waterfalls and wildlife, or tour with a historian to Kilt Rock, the Trotternish Peninsula and Portree, then Dunvegan Castle and its gardens. You rejoin the train at Kyle of Lochalsh for an informal dinner and Scottish folk music.
What is included on the Grand Tour of Scotland?
The fare includes cabin accommodation aboard the Royal Scotsman, all meals and drinks on board, onboard entertainment and excursions as described in the itinerary. Live dates and fares are shown on this page, and our reservations team can help on (866) 484-7882.
Who is the Grand Tour of Scotland best for?
It suits travellers who want to see the whole of Scotland in one journey, from the far north and Orkney to Skye, the east coast and the southwest. Days are full, with some early starts and a ferry crossing, balanced by a leisurely brunch on Royal Deeside day and relaxed breakfasts on board.
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