Inverness & the Highlands by Rail
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Trip length
4 Nights
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Trip type
Domestic
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Travel by
Train
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Best time to go
April - September
What's on the horizon
Visit Inverness, unofficial capital of the Scottish Highlands. Explore this charming town before
venturing out to fabled Loch Ness and visiting the romantic Glen Urquhart Castle.
What could be more beautiful than a getaway to the Highlands.
This holiday includes...
This trip is fully tailored to you, so let us know what you would like to take out or add in. We’ll ensure it’s perfect.
- Rail travel as per itinerary
- 1 night accommodation onboard Caledonian Sleeper
- 3 nights accommodation in Inverness, with breakfast included
- Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour in Inverness (Apr-Sept only)
- Sightseeing tour of Loch Ness and Glen Urquhart Castle
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart London on the Caledonian Sleeper for your overnight journey to Inverness and the Scottish Highlands. (Overnight onboard the Caledonian Sleeper)
Day 2
Explore Inverness with its charming old town on your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour.
Day 3
A guided tour takes you from Inverness today for a journey through the Scottish Highlands including the famous Loch Ness and with a stop at romantic Glen Urquhart Castle.
Day 4
Enjoy a free day to explore Inverness at your own pace. Perhaps make a stop at the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery or a visit to the Victorian Market.
Day 5
Check out of your hotel and take your train back to London where your journey ends.
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Rest assured
There are a number of hotel options for your stay in Inverness. We’ve chosen the rooms for this package but let us know if you’d like to add a cheeky room upgrade.
Jurys Inn Inverness, Standard Double Room
The hotel has links to the public transport network that can be found found some 1.6 kilometres away. This hotel comprises a total of 108 rooms spread over 5 floors. Some of the rooms have been recently refurbished to give them a more informal, spacious and welcoming feel.
Mercure Inverness Hotel, Classic Room
Situated in the heart of Inverness' vibrant City Centre, Mercure Inverness Hotel boasts a dramatic Highlands backdrop overlooking the peaceful River Ness. This modern 4-star hotel is just six miles from Loch Ness and 200 metres from Inverness railway station, making it the perfect base-camp for guests looking to immerse themselves in Scottish culture. The newly refurbished rooms, restaurant and public areas have transformed the hotel into one of the most desirable stays in the city.
Kingsmills Hotel, Garden Room
This hotel is beautifully set amidst 4 acres of beautifully-kept gardens and lawns in Inverness. The hotel is located just a 10 minutes' walking distance from the city centre, where guests can explore the wealth of restaurants, shopping opportunities and entertainment venues that it has to offer. Links to the public transport network are available nearby.
Caledonian Sleeper
Every room on board the new trains captures the spirit of Caledonian Sleeper, with handcrafted Glencraft mattresses for the ultimate sleep and – for the first time – en-suite facilities in select accommodation options.
We’ve chosen a Caledonian Double for this package but you can tailor-make every element. Let us know if you’d like to add a cheeky upgrade.
Extra special
Adding a special surprise to your holiday is just the sort of thing we’re here for. And we’re excellent at keeping secrets, promise. From surprise parties to secret engagement plans, our concierge service will sort the To Do list, so you can enjoy the “ta-da!”.
We plan the experience, you make the memories!
Our promise to you..
- You'll be fully covered by ATOL
- A direct line to us, so no time is wasted in virtual queues
- Flexi booking terms, so you can book with peace of mind
- A personal travel consultant to give you expert advice
- We will focus on providing the best travel experience possible
