Experience Scotland by Rail
Jul 13, 2020 · By Vacations By Rail
Let's discuss Scotland's scenic railways, its gorgeous towns, special cultural and sightseeing highlights, and each itinerary that offers authentic Scottish experiences.
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2024 Tour code: SSA24
About the tour
Scotland's famous trains, lochs, and historic sites highlight this 11-day rail tour. Beginning in Edinburgh, your Scottish discoveries commence with a walking tour of the city and excursion to St. Andrews. Majestic lochs and glens lie in wait as we cross the Highlands and journey to the Isle of Mull and the Cairngorms. The tour culminates in a traditional Scottish Evening along Edinburgh's Royal Mile.
Your vacation start or end can be tailored to meet your travel needs.
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Itinerary
Upon arrival, transfer on your own to your hotel. The day is free to begin exploring the city on your own. Meet your tour manager in the lobby of your hotel at 5:30 p.m. The remainder of the evening is at leisure to enjoy Edinburgh's local pubs and restaurants. Overnight Edinburgh.
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Reviews
4.6 / 5 · 10 reviews
MITCHELL, PAMELA
Submitted 23/Sep
Exceeded all expectations!! We loved it all!.. great itinerary,and fabulous Tour manager…Roger!! He was ALWAYS positive,enthusiastic and knowledgeable!!! The Best!!
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HARRIET PILA
Submitted 7/Aug
This was a great trip!
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LANG, KATHIE
Submitted 15/Jul
Organized and fun!,
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CUMMINS, DOSHA
Submitted 9/Jul
This was a great trip. However, advertising should be more transparent about the amount of time spent on coaches vs trains. Temperature on coaches was very hot or very cold. Our guide was great! However, some of the days were really long, which left us eating dinner very late in the evening. This was not ideal, particularly since we often had to grab a cold lunch on-the-go to be on time for transportation. Also, more attention needs to be made to timely restroom stops, particularly when coach rest rooms were non-functional.
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G Patrick Rooney
Submitted 8/Jul
Great trip. Karen always had everything organized for us, even when the unexpected happened (like train tracks blocked by a land slide). Lots of opportunities for activities on your own too. Super hotels.
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SITTNER, DEBORAH
Submitted 24/Jun
We would have appreciated a travel guide who told stories about the areas visited to engage us. Didn't need an escort. Would have preferred hearing local stories and legends that would GIVE SOME LOCAL FLAVOR. There was too much bus time. This is not actually a train adventure
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