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A Classic Scottish Steam Break - Stirling Highland Hotel
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Summary
Steam locomotion has an enduring fascination for many of us and combined with the wonderful scenery of Scotland it becomes utterly irresistible. The Jacobite steam train, from Fort William to Mallaig, is one of the longest steam-hauled rail journeys available in Britain today, an 84‑mile round trip through some spectacular scenery that also includes the 21‑arch Glenfinnan Viaduct.
A gentler pace is set as we sail ‘Doon ra Watter’ on the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, the PS Waverley*, still elegantly plying her trade on the Clyde. There can be no better way to enjoy the gentle beauty of the Argyll hills and the Kyles of Bute than from the deck of this grand old lady. We also enjoy a relaxed and informative cruise on the calm waters of Loch Katrine amid the spectacular scenery of the Trossachs and a boat trip on the Falkirk Wheel, the world’s first rotating boat lift and a modern engineering marvel. We offer two different packages for this tour following the same itinerary: one staying at the Arrochar Hotel and one staying at the Stirling Highland Hotel.
*Please note that the itinerary is subject to the Waverley’s sailing schedule. Should the Waverley not be sailing, an alternative excursion will be provided, featuring a boat trip on Loch Lomond and a guided tour of Inveraray Castle and Gardens.
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Please note that all timings are approximate and subject to change. Final timings and pick-up points will be confirmed with your joining instructions approximately 10 days prior to departure.
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Day 1 -
We depart from our designated pick-up points (Aberdeen, Stonehaven, Forfar, Dundee, Perth, Edinburgh) and travel to the Falkirk Wheel, the world’s first rotating boat lift. We enjoy spectacular scenery as the wheel makes its ascent to join the Union Canal 35m above. We sail along the canal and under the Antonine Wall, the Romans’ most northern frontier, and explore the visitor centre. We continue to our hotel for dinner.
| Hotel | Stirling Highland Hotel |
|---|---|
| Meals included | Dinner |
Day 2 -
Today is long but rewarding as we journey back in time aboard the Jacobite steam train and experience one of the most spectacular railway journeys in the world, the Fort William to Mallaig line. From the slopes of Ben Nevis, the line runs through rugged mountains, past sea and inland lochs and on to the shores of the Atlantic at Mallaig. The route also takes us over the Glenfinnan Viaduct overlooking Loch Shiel, where Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his standard in 1745. We enjoy some free time in Mallaig before returning on the Jacobite to Fort William. We then return by coach to our hotel in time for dinner.
| Hotel | Stirling Highland Hotel |
|---|---|
| Meals included | Breakfast, Dinner |
Day 3 -
Today we sail on the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, The Waverley*, built in 1946 to replace the 1899 Waverley, which was sunk at Dunkirk. We leave the ship at Tighnabruaich and our coach will take us back to the hotel, travelling by the “Rest and Be Thankful”.
*Please note that the itinerary is subject to the Waverley’s sailing schedule.
| Hotel | Stirling Highland Hotel |
|---|---|
| Meals included | Breakfast, Dinner |
Day 4 -
Following breakfast we check out of the hotel and depart for our cruise on Loch Katrine, the tranquil freshwater loch which serves as Glasgow’s water supply. Sit back and relax on board the Steamship SS Walter Scott as we glide across the water and savour the famed charms of The Trossachs, a highly scenic area of lochs, hills and woods.
| Meals included | Breakfast |
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Tour dates & prices
Included in your cost:
- Accommodation
- Services of a professional tour manager
- Comfortable coach travel throughout
- Meals - as per the itinerary
- Train travel
- All visits as outlined in the itinerary
| Tour Departure | Tour ID | Departure date | Return Date | Guided by | Price | Deposit | Single supplement | Offer | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 July 2023 | BSTH230713 | 13 July 2023 (Thursday) | 16 July 2023 (Sunday) | £785 (ex. flights) |
£125 | £120 |
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| 13 October 2023 | BSTH231013 | 13 October 2023 (Friday) | 16 October 2023 (Monday) | £745 (ex. flights) |
£125 | £120 |
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