is pleased to
present: The Royal Scotsman
Grand North Western
(combined Classic and
Western Journeys) |
7 nights |
$11,010 per person |
Grand West Highland
(combined Western and
Highland Journeys) |
5 nights |
$8,030 per person |
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Classic Journey |
4 nights |
$6,820 per person |
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Western Journey |
3 nights |
$5,410 per person |
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Highland Journey |
2 nights |
$3,720 per person |
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Country Homes
& Gardens of Scotland |
4 nights |
$6,880 per person |
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Grand Tour of
Great Britain |
7 nights |
$13,180 per person |
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The
Royal Scotsman
A journey on
The Royal Scotsman takes you straight to
the heart of the Highlands, through
landscapes of towering, pine-clad
mountains reflected in mirror-still
lochs.
Just 36 guests travel
through Scotland’s finest countryside in
private cabins, with an open-deck
observation carriage behind. Life on
board this luxury train is relaxed and
indulgent, with gastronomic dining and
the convivial atmosphere of celebrating
with friends. After dinner, over a wee
dram, a local clansman recounts tales
that bring Scottish history alive.
Along the way, guests disembark to meet
local personalities, talk to experts on
subjects from salmon fishing to whisky
and take part in fun activities—truly a
Scottish rail vacation par excellence.
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Observation Car
 The
Edwardian splendor of The Royal
Scotsman's observation car provides the
perfect backdrop to enjoy the delights
of your journey.
The observation car offers an
ever-changing panorama of virgin
countryside and wild coastal scenery as
the train moves past rugged castles,
picturesque villages and heather-pink
glens, home to magnificent creatures
including eagles and stags. The views
may be enjoyed from the comfort of the
interior or from the exhilarating open
verandah.
Comfortable sofas and armchairs provide
seating for all thirty-six guests and
conviviality and conversation are
assured. After dinner the country house
party ambience is enhanced by
entertainment which creates a distinctly
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Cabins
 The
Sleeping Cars provide sixteen twin and
four single State Cabins, beautifully
fitted out in rich marquetry, each
providing a comfortable and intimate
area to relax and enjoy the stunning
scenery of Scotland.
Each cabin has its own private bathroom
with shower, wash-basin and toilet,
constant hot water, high quality
toiletries and fresh fluffy white towels
every day. Other facilities include:
• Lower beds
• Dressing table
• Full-length wardrobe
• Hairdryer
• Individually controlled heating
• Cooling ceiling fans
• Opening windows
• Cabin service call button
Each bed is furnished with one feather
and one foam pillow, feather duvet and
cotton quilted bed covers. Non-feather
duvets are also available on request.
With the train stabled at night in a
quiet siding or station, you are assured
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Dining & Cuisine
 Dining on The
Royal Scotsman is an exquisite
experience. Our fixed menus reflect
the many seasonal changes and are
consistently regarded as amongst the
very finest in Britain.
The train's chefs create dishes to
exacting standards despite the
restricted space. Dining on board
the beautifully decorated,
mahogany-paneled dining room is an
experience to savor with meals
prepared with local ingredients,
such as Scottish smoked salmon, and
served with wine for all tastes.
Our extensive cellar provides a
range of fine wines to accompany
lunch and dinner, and we offer a
fine range of liqueurs and malt
whiskies. The choice of a full
Scottish cooked breakfast or a
continental breakfast is available
every morning.
Both Dining Cars are beautifully
decorated with rich mahogany
paneling and luxurious fabrics.
Victory provides sixteen elegant
settings grouped in twos and fours,
while Raven has larger tables for
six or eight. This offers you the
chance to make new friends with your
fellow guests or simply enjoy the
company of the one you're with.
Formal and Informal Dinners
There are formal and informal
dinners aboard The Royal Scotsman,
usually on alternate nights. For the
formal dinners we encourage a tuxedo
or kilt for gentleman and a cocktail
dress or similar evening wear for
ladies. For the informal dinners a
jacket and tie is the norm for
gentlemen, except at times of
unusually hot weather.
Many guests like to wear a kilt for
the formal dinners and we would be
pleased to recommend an Edinburgh
based kilt hire company, who can
make all the arrangements for you,
including delivery to your hotel, or
direct to the train (please note
that an additional charge will
apply.)
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For
information on itineraries, departure
dates or pricing please
email us
or call 1-800-247-7268.
Images Used
with permission - Copyright
© Orient Express, Royal Scotsman
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