A Sprinter Mallaig Line train going along the railway in the Scottish Highlands

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Scottish Highland Railways

Top Highlights

View of the Kyle Of Lochalsh with Scottish Highland mountains behind it

Rail travel from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh - a truly spectacular ride through the remote northern Highlands and alongside Loch Carron

Nmh Photographyscotland Glenfinnanviaduct

Cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct, as seen in the Harry Potter films, on a train ride from Fort William to Mallaig

Steam train heading towards camera on Strathspey Railway Highlands

Journey on the steam-hauled Strathspey Railway through unspoilt Highland scenery and alongside the River Spey

Eilean Donan Castle with people walking on the stone bridge walking towards it, and a mountain covered in trees behind it

View the magnificent Eilean Donan Castle

Itinerary

A Sprinter Mallaig Line train going along the railway in the Scottish Highlands

Further Highlights

Visit the famous Highland resort of Aviemore

Enjoy a photo stop at the legendary Loch Ness

Visit to Isle of Skye town of Kyleakin

Explore Mallaig, a charming fishing village at the very end of the West Highland Line

Marvel at the views from the Cairngorm Mountain

What The Price Includes

  • Four nights' dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation at either the Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore, or The Coylumbridge Hotel, Aviemore
  • Rail trip from Inverness to Kyle
  • Strathspey steam rail journey to Aviemore
  • Return flights to Edinburgh or Inverness, with coach travel and transfers throughout
  • West Highland Line rail journey
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager
  • All mandatory local taxes and charges

Dates & Prices

Solo price

Want to spread the cost? Choose our Easy Payment Plan.

Departure point Departure date Price (per person) Availability
Tour Only

May 2026 - October 2027

from £711.00 pp

50 dates available

Belfast City George Best

May 2026 - September 2027

from £986.00 pp

15 dates available

Birmingham

May 2026 - October 2027

from £842.00 pp

21 dates available

Bristol

May 2026 - October 2027

from £891.00 pp

38 dates available

London Gatwick

May 2026 - October 2027

from £869.00 pp

40 dates available

London Heathrow

May 2026 - October 2027

from £926.00 pp

50 dates available

London Luton

May 2026 - October 2027

from £842.00 pp

47 dates available

London Stansted

May 2026 - October 2027

from £842.00 pp

21 dates available

Manchester

July 2026 - October 2027

from £1033.00 pp

12 dates available

Southampton

May 2026 - October 2027

from £977.00 pp

20 dates available

Accommodation

Highlander Hotel Facade
Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore Newtonmore, Scotland We're sure that you will be delighted with the friendly service and warm hospitality that are the hallmarks of a stay at the Highlander, which is always popular with Newmarket guests.
The Coylumbridge Hotel Aviemore 1
The Coylumbridge Hotel, Aviemore Aviemore Enclosed by Cairngorms National Park, this resort, backed by beautiful scenery, is an ideal base for exploring the Scottish Highlands.

Further information

Save up to 10% offer applies to new bookings made between 1st April and 30th April 2026 and cannot be applied retrospectively to bookings already confirmed. This offer does not apply to child pricing. The offer does not apply to departure dates with late availability pricing.
 
Maximum 10% discount applies to a selection of long & all short haul tours. This discount is not valid on Festive, River Cruise, André Rieu events, Edinburgh Tattoo or Wimbledon. This offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other discount, promotion or concession. When booking a holiday as described above, prices shown will automatically have the discount applied. The discount applies to the original tour price (excluding any discounts already applied, extras and holiday insurance) at the time of booking.
 
This offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Newmarket Holidays reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any tour. Holidays booked with Newmarket Holidays, are financially protected in accordance with ABTA, ATOL & ABTOT regulations. Newmarket Holidays Limited is a company registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 02238316. 

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