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Scotland by train

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Highlands by Caledonian Sleeper

Board the Caledonian Sleeper from London to the Scottish Highlands, for a taste of historic cities and outdoor adventure along the West Highland Line.

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Scotland holidays by train

  • The Cairngorms National Park

    Inverness, Kingussie, Aviemore

    Scotland’s Cairngorms are home to some of the UK’s biggest granite mountains, shrouded in pines and brooding moorland. Keep a look out for rare wildlife like red deer and golden eagles.

  • Scottish cities and the Isle of Skye

    Inverness, Portree, Isle of Skye, Oban, Fort William, Glasgow

    Immerse yourself in nature on this trip to coastal villages, historic cities and highland hubs, surrounded by spectacular landscapes.

  • Isle of Skye

    Inverness, Portree, Isle of Skye, Fort William, Edinburgh

    Soak up arts, culture and awesome scenery on this adventure through the Highlands to the Isle of Skye, and onto vibrant cities of the east coast.

  • Gateway to the Isles

    Oban, Glasgow

    Spend a few nights in lively Glasgow before staying in the seaside town of Oban, the perfect base to explore the many surrounding islands.

  • East Highlands

    Inverness, Pitlochry, Grantown-on-Spey

    Visit the Cairngorms and Speyside, the spiritual home of whisky in Scotland. A dram of single malt is the perfect end to a day's walking.

  • Cities, lochs and hills

    Inverness, Perth, Edinburgh, Pitlochry

    Immerse yourself in nature on this trip to traditional towns, historic cities and highland hubs, surrounded by spectacular landscapes.

Short breaks in Scotland

  • A break in Ballater

    Aberdeen, Ballater

    Pausing in Aberdeen, spend three nights in Royal Deeside in the Victorian village of Ballater. Hire a bike or grab your walking boots and discover the grassy mountains.

  • Inverness by sleeper train

    Inverness

    Settle down for the night as you’re whisked away to Inverness. Enjoy riverside strolls, boat trips on the famous Loch Ness and discover crumbling castles, charming bookshops and cosy pubs.

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Visiting Scotland: A Guide

Scotland has long captivated travellers, but what do you need to know before you visit? Read our guide to visiting Scotland covering where and when to go, things to see and do, and how to get around.

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How long does it take?

Here’s the minimum time you’ll need for a relaxed round trip starting from London. We do other departure stations, too!

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