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• Sat 03 Oct 2026 Midland Pullman (Railtour) More...
  • Lord of the Isles Pullman Saturday 3 - Monday 5 October 2026 Departing from Watford Junction, Hemel Hempstead, Leighton Buzzard, Milton Keynes Central, Northampton, Long Buckby, Rugby, Nuneaton, Tamworth, Lichfield Trent Valley 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 - 3 - 5 October 2026 JOURNEY 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 - 03/10/2026 Following departure from your local station our train travels north through the Scottish Lowlands before crossing the 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 - 04/10/2026 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 - 05/10/2026 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 APPROXIMATE TRAVEL TIMINGS* Boarding Stations The following pick-up and set-down stations are available on this journey STATION DEPARTS RETURNS Watford Junction 08.00 21.30 Hemel Hempstead 08.10 21.20 Leighton Buzzard 08.30 21.00 Milton Keynes Central 08.40 20.50 Northampton 09.00 20.30 Long Buckby 09.10 20.20 Rugby 09.20 20.10 Nuneaton 09.35 19.55 Tamworth 09.50 19.40 Lichfield Trent Valley 10.00 19.30 Destinations The following destination stations are available on this journey STATION ARRIVES DEPARTS Inverness 20.00 09.00 PLEASE NOTE * All timings shown above are approximate and may be subject to change.
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• Fri 09 Oct 2026 Midland Pullman (Railtour) More...
  • West Highland Pullman Friday 9 - Sunday 11 October 2026 Departing from Leicester, Loughborough, East Midlands Parkway, Ilkeston, Alfreton, Chesterfield, Doncaster, York, Thirsk, Northallerton We are delighted to present a three-day weekend break to the Highlands of Scotland at this most dramatic and beautiful time of year - The journey is over the entire length of the world-famous West Highland Jacobite line, featuring some of the most spectacular scenery in Scotland as we cross magnificent bridges and viaducts high into the mountains offering views of tumbling waterfalls and peaceful lochs. Hotels: No overnight accommodation is included allowing you the freedom and flexibility to arrange your own hotels in Fort William. 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 | West Highland Pullman - 9 - 11 October 2026 JOURNEY DESTINATIONS Midland Pullman | Travel on a Luxury Train to Fort William Fort William Fort William is a bustling town with the station situated close to the centre and affords magnificent views across Loch Linnhe. It has become a magnet for tourists and is known as the capital of the Highlands. There are plenty of small galleries and independent stores on the high street to browse as well as Ben Nevis Distillery with excellent visitor tours. Perhaps wander along the lochside to the ruined Inverlochy Castle or take a taxi to visit Neptune's Staircase on the Caledonian Canal. JOURNEY ITINERARY Friday - 09/10/2026 Our train travels north through the Scottish Lowlands, thence to Glasgow and along the banks of the river Clyde, where we join the scenic and spectacular West Highland line. Passing Loch Long and Loch Lomond we climb high into the mountains for a memorable journey over the wild expanse of Rannoch Moor with an arrival into Fort William around 20.30. Friday Saturday - 10/10/2026 We depart Fort William at 09.00 for the magnificent round trip on the 'Jacobite' line to Mallaig - Passing Ben Nevis we travel along the shoreline of Loch Eil and at Glenfinnan cross the viaduct featured in the 'Harry Potter' movies offering stunning vistas down Loch Shiel and regarded as the most spectacular view in Britain. There will be a short break in the pretty fishing port of Mallaig before retracing our outward route past the white sands of Morar with an arrival back in Fort William about 14.00 with the remainder of the afternoon at leisure for sightseeing. Saturday Sunday - 11/10/2026 Departing Fort William around 09.00 we travel up the Great Glen, passing the falls of Orchy and through Monessie Gorge, then alongside Loch Treig with stunning views of the Nevis Range. Continuing homeward around the Horseshoe Curve and County March summit. Sunday APPROXIMATE TRAVEL TIMINGS* Boarding Stations The following pick-up and set-down stations are available on this journey STATION DEPARTS RETURNS Leicester 06.15 22.25 Loughborough 06.30 22.10 East Midlands Parkway 06.40 22.00 Ilkeston 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 STATION ARRIVES DEPARTS Fort William 20.30 09.00 PLEASE NOTE * All timings shown above are approximate and may be subject to change.
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