Highland Hotel 8 Day Scenic Scotland inc Mallaig Railway Line
First Day
Arrive at the Highland Hotel in time for dinner.
Cruise Loch Linnhe and explore Fort William
You are in the true heart of Scotland when you wake up to the floating mists of Loch Linnhe and the distant hills of Sunart. The breath-taking scenery of Lochaber surrounds your historic hotel from which you will take a trip on the only loch that follows the Great Glen Fault, Loch Linnhe. Enjoy breath taking views of Ben Nevis, enjoy the close up views of the Corpach Shipwreck, the entrance to the Caledonian Canal and explore the small Islands and the birdlife around Corpach. Afterwards, explore the outdoor ‘capital’ of Scotland, Fort William.
Enjoy a scenic train ride on the Fort William to Mallaig Railway Line
Regarded as one of the world’s most magnificent diesel railway journeys, this day trip will take you from Fort William to Mallaig and over the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The trip begins near Ben Nevis, Great Britain’s highest mountain, before heading west to Arisaig. The railway line then passes close by the deepest freshwater Loch in Britain, Loch Morar, and the shortest river in Britain, River Morar. Finally, the train passes alongside Loch Nevis, the deepest seawater Loch in Europe. - Please note the train journey may be in reverse order.
Glencoe, Rannoch Moor & Oban
Glencoe is undoubtedly the most popular and scenic glen in Scotland. The sheer scale and grandeur of the landscape is sure to inspire and the turbulent history of the area will fascinate visitors. Then visit nearby Rannoch Moor - one of Scotland's outstanding areas of natural wilderness, before heading to the west coast. The largest town in Argyll & The Isles, Oban is known as the 'Gateway to the Isles' and is the 'Seafood Capital of Scotland'. Oban has a way of drawing out the romantic side of visitors, with its mists that roll in from the sea and the hills which overlook the bay. The most iconic feature within Oban is McCaig's Tower, a Colosseum lookalike that stands above the town and offers wonderful views out west. From seafood to whisky, Oban offers a great range of local produce - all well worth sampling!
Visit Eilean Donan Castle & journey over Skye Bridge
Visit Scotland’s most romantic castle – Eilean Donan. Strategically located on its own little island where three great sea lochs meet, this castle offers a glimpse into Scotland’s turbulent history from the rise of Christianity to Viking invasions and Jacobite rebellions! Eilean Donan retains most of its original features including winding hallways and uneven stone steps. We will also journey over the Skye bridge which connects the mainland village of Kyle of Lochalsh to the village of Kyleakin on Skye. - Weather permitting you will be taken on to the Isle of Skye for a photo stop and we will endeavour to try and book a ferry crossing over to Skye. (Please note, this day may be done in reverse).
Day at Leisure
Time to take one of the local walks amid the beautiful town or, if there is sufficient interest, an optional tour may be arranged.
Visit Ben Nevis Distillery and the Caledonian Canal
The Ben Nevis Distillery is one of the oldest in Scotland. Our national drink is brewed at the foot of Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, which provides an amazing backdrop to the distillery. After sampling a dram your coach will explore the Caledonian Canal – a magnificent feat of Scottish engineering stretching 60 miles through the stunning Great Glen. The Canal is an engineering masterpiece and Neptune’s Staircase, built by Thomas Telford between 1803-1822, is the longest staircase lock in Britain.
Last Day
Return home.
Highland Hotel, Fort William
A grand Victorian hotel with open fires and wooden panelling, sympathetically modernised to provide comfort and class.
- Comfortable, well furnished en-suite bedrooms with tea making facilities, TV and radio
- Lounge bar
- Function room with nightly entertainment
- Reception seating area with open fire lit during the winter months
- Lift service to most bedrooms
Highland Hotel, Fort William
A grand Victorian hotel with open fires and wooden panelling, sympathetically modernised to provide comfort and class.
- Comfortable, well furnished en-suite bedrooms with tea making facilities, TV and radio
- Lounge bar
- Function room with nightly entertainment
- Reception seating area with open fire lit during the winter months
- Lift service to most bedrooms
- Saturday, April 18, 2026
- What’s Included: hotel stay, daily excursions, breakfast and dinner, luxury coach travel and nightly entertainment.
- £795 Per Person
Pickup Points & Times
| Pickup Point | Address | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft | Bus Stop, Outside ASDA Superstore, Horn Hill, NR33 0PX | 4.30AM |
| Beccles | Bus Stop, Morrisons superstore, NR34 9BJ | 4.55AM |
| Bungay | Outside Chaucer Club, Popson Street (off Broad Street), NR35 1EB | 5.20AM |
| Harleston, Norfolk | Bus Stop, Broad Street, IP20 9AU | 5.35AM |
| Diss | Victoria Road Opposite Station Road, Outside Jewsons, IP22 4GQ | 5.55AM |
| Thetford | Lime Kiln Lane Retail Park (off Norwich Road) opposite the front of Halfords, IP24 2BU | 6.25AM |
| Mundford | Brown's Cafe, Swaffham Road, A1065/A134 Roundabout, IP26 5EH | 6.45AM |
| Swaffham | Bus Stop, Waitrose Superstore, PE37 7JA | 7.05AM |
| King's Lynn | Bus Station Bus Stop H, PE30 1AJ | 7.25AM |
| Gedney | (Fleet Hargate) Anglia Motel, A17 Nr Holbeach, (For Secure Parking contact 01406 422766) PE12 8LT | 8.15AM |