DEPARTING FROM

  • Leicester,
  • Loughborough,
  • East Midlands Parkway,
  • Ikeston,
  • Alfreton,
  • Chesterfield,
  • Doncaster,
  • York,
  • Thirsk,
  • Northallerton

We are delighted to present a three-day weekend break to the Highlands of Scotland travelling over the scenic Highland line to Inverness as we cross impressive bridges with views of cascading waterfalls and tranquil lochs on this memorable tour with views of the Cairngorms, plus a return journey over the spectacular and remote route to Kyle of Lochalsh.

Hotels: No overnight accommodation is included allowing you the freedom and flexibility to arrange your own hotels in Inverness. For further advice and a list of recommended hotels please email our office.

Mobility: This tour is not suitable for guests requiring the use of a wheelchair or with severe mobility issues as the platforms at some remote stations in the highlands are much shorter than our train, low, or accessible only by a footbridge or steps.

Midland Pullman | Lord Of The Isles Pullman - Saturday 26 - Monday 28 April 2025

TOUR

DESTINATIONS


Midland Pullman | Travel on a Luxury Train to Inverness

Inverness

Not only is Inverness the administrative centre for the Highland Council, but it is also regarded as the capital of the Highlands. As the northern most city in the United Kingdom, situated with in the Great Glen on the River Ness,  Inverness is steeped in history and legend. With a good selection of shops, bars and restaurants it provides for an ideal location for your two nights stay. You may also consider enjoying a river side walk or a visit to Inverness Castle.

JOURNEY

ITINERARY


Saturday - 26/04/2025

Following departure from your local station our train travels north through the Scottish Lowlands before crossing the legendary and iconic Forth Bridge, then joining the Highland line which takes us toward Perth and Pitlochry – climbing over magnificent mountain scenery and the highest railway summit in Britain at Druimuachdar and passing through the Cairngorm National Park to Inverness with an arrival at approximately 20.00.

Saturday

Sunday - 27/04/2025

Departing Inverness around 09.00 we enjoy one of the ‘Great Railway Journeys of the World’ – the spectacular and scenic coast to coast highland route takes us through Dingwall and over the high plateau at Achnasheen, where great herds of wild deer roam, before descending to sea level and around the shore of beautiful Loch Carron to Kyle of Lochalsh, with stunning views across to the Isle of Skye. Our train returns in the afternoon retracing the scenic journey to Inverness.

 

Sunday

Monday - 28/04/2025

At around 09.00 we depart Inverness for the homeward journey passing Culloden and over Slochd Summit with magnificent views of the Cairngorm Mountains passing the ski centre of Aviemore and onward through the impressive Pass of Killiecrankie, Perth, and Stirling.

Monday

SOMETHING TO SUIT EVERYONE

CLASSES OF TRAVEL


Midland Pullman | Pullman Dining

Pullman Dining    

FROM £800

Seating at a private guaranteed window table for two is available at a supplement of £100 per person or £250 per person at a ‘superior‘ private guaranteed window table for two  

Bookings for parties of three passengers are accommodated at an ‘exclusive table for three’ with the fourth seat being unoccupied for your added privacy. A total supplement of £250 is applicable for this seating type. View Seating Plans

Seating is in our refurbished Pullman style carriages at tables of 4 or 2 laid with crisp linen and fully dressed in fine crockery, fresh flowers, and glassware. The meal service is detailed below and includes Bucks Fizz with breakfast and a glass of chilled champagne and half bottle of house wine served with dinner and seven course luncheon.

On Train Meals:         (Pullman only)

Saturday: Full English breakfast, light Luncheon and four course Dinner, Sunday: Light Brunch and Afternoon Tea, Monday: Seven course ‘Taste of Scotland’ Luncheon

Midland Pullman | First Class

First Class   (non-dining) 

FROM £450

Seating at a private guaranteed window table for two is available at a supplement of £100 per person or £175 per person at a ‘superior‘ private guaranteed window table for two  

Bookings for parties of three passengers are accommodated at an ‘exclusive table for three’ with the fourth seat being unoccupied for your added privacy. A total supplement of £150 is applicable for this seating type. View Seating Plans

Seating is at tables of 4 or 2 with wide seats, and panoramic windows. Complimentary tea/coffee and light snacks are included, but customers may bring on board their own picnic hamper and drinks for consumption during the journey.

TRAVEL TIMINGS*

Boarding Stations

The following pick-up and set-down stations are available on this journey

STATIONDEPARTSRETURNS
Leicester 06.15 22.25
Loughborough 06.30 22.10
East Midlands Parkway 06.40 22.00
Ikeston 07.10 21.30
Alfreton 07.25 21.10
Chesterfield 07.40 20.50
Doncaster 08.35 20.00
York 09.10 19.00
Thirsk 09.40 18.15
Northallerton 09.55 18.00
Destinations

The following destination stations are available on this journey

STATIONARRIVESDEPARTS
Inverness 20.00 09.00

PLEASE NOTE *
All timings shown above are approximate and may be subject to change.