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97 Edinburgh Inverness Ballachulish Isle of Mull Loch Ness Fort William Mallaig Kyle of Lochalsh Oban West Highland Line Jacobite Steam Train Kyle Line Glasgow Scotland Coach Cruise Rail Stay (no. of nights) 2 3 3 2017 Dates & Prices Day 1. Arrive Edinburgh Arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland's much-loved capital, and be transferred to your hotel. Stay: Edinburgh, Apex Hotel Waterloo Place. D Day 2. West Highland Line, Ballachulish Head to Glasgow today, before changing trains for a journey on one of the world's most incredible railway lines, the West Highland Line. Stay in the village of Ballachulish, which boasts a serene lochside setting. Three Nights: Ballachulish, Isles of Glencoe Hotel or Ballachulish Hotel.ˆ BD Day 3. Isle of Mull, Duart Castle Venture to the town of Oban where you'll board a ferry and cruise to Craignure on the Isle of Mull. Approaching the island, you'll notice a lonely castle standing guard above the sea cliffs. This is Duart Castle, the ancestral home of the Maclean Clan. Visit the castle, taking in its eclectic rooms and stunning views. Return to Ballachulish this evening. BD Day 4. Neptune's Staircase, Loch Linnhe Travel by coach to Neptune's Staircase, a set of eight interconnected locks, before taking a cruise on the beautiful and vast Loch Linnhe. BD Day 5. Jacobite Steam Train, Inverness Departing from Fort William, join the Jacobite Steam Train for a return journey to Mallaig on the final leg of the West Highland Line. Pass by valleys, lochs and glens as we traverse the Highlands. At Glenfinnan, reach the line's most stunning section – the Glenfinnan Viaduct. Disembark the train and make your way to Inverness, passing the famous Loch Ness on the way. Three Nights: Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa. BD Day 6. Inverness Spend a day at leisure in Inverness, the capital of the Scottish Highlands. Today could be perfect for grabbing some fried Scottish goodies and taking a stroll along the River Ness. BD Day 7. Kyle Line, Eilean Donan Castle Today, enjoy a breathtaking railway journey on the Kyle Line. This incredible route takes you across Scotland from east to west coast, where you'll visit Eilean Donan Castle – a true icon. BD Day 8. Inverness, Edinburgh Leaving Inverness, travel south through the Cairngorms, via the historic locations of Aviemore, Pitlochry and Kingussie, to arrive back in Edinburgh. Tonight, a very special event awaits, as you'll have the opportunity to try some traditional Scottish fare (haggis, anyone?) and listen to a stirring chorus of bagpipes and drums during an unmissable Scottish- themed evening. Stay: Edinburgh, Radisson Blu Hotel. BD Day 9. Depart Edinburgh Your Scottish journey ends with an airport transfer today. B EDINBURGH, THE HIGHLANDS & ISLANDS Edinburgh Return Edinburgh n Ballachulish Isle of Mull n Inverness Ireland & Scotland 9 Days – Edinburgh Return (RJTSHS9) Tour Notes 1. The famous Jacobite Steam Train YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES ✓ Eight nights in comfortable accommodation ✓ Services of a professional Great Rail Journeys Tour Manager and expert local guides ✓ 16 meals – 8 breakfasts (B) and 8 dinners (D) ✓ Airport transfers and tipping ✓ A selection of Insider Experiences 1 9 Days SAVE $1,000 per couple* See page 24 for details travelmarvel.com.au/RJTSHS9 (A$) Per Person Twin Share Solo Traveller Apr. 20. $3,495 $4,295 May 4, 7, 14. $3,695 $4,495 May 18, 25; June 1, 4, 8. $3,795 $4,595 June 11, 15, 25; July 13. $3,795 $4,595 Aug. 31; Sept. 3, 10. $3,895 $4,695 Sept. 24. $3,695 $4,495 Prices include transfers and tipping. Porterage is not included. ^Accommodation in Ballachulish is best available. Itinerary and hotels may be subject to change. Please see pages 114-115 for full terms & conditions.