Classic Journey Aboard The Royal Scotsman

A 5-Day Abercrombie and Kent tour starting from $7,370

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Starting Price:	$7,370
Tour Length:	5 Days
Countries Visited:	Scotland

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Abercrombie and Kent

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AK2462-2012

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On this quintessential train journey, follow the coast to Keith en route to Inverness and the Isle of Skye. Stop in picturesque Plockton and enjoy a private tour and tasting at Dalmore Distillery. You are personally invited to visit Ballindalloch Castle, with its magnificent gardens. Throughout your journey you have time for golf, fishing, clay pigeon shooting or a guided walk though stunning landscapes.

Rates are per person per journey in Twin or Single cabin and are fully inclusive of accommodation, meals, wine, alcoholic and other beverages, visits and entertainment.

Day 1: Edinburgh - Keith:

The Royal Scotsman departs Edinburgh Waverley Station early afternoon, and travels north across the Firth of Forth by means of the magnificent Forth Railway Bridge. This is one of the first cantilever bridges, designed and built by Benjamin Baker in the late 1880s. It is considered one of the greatest achievements of the Victorian Age, and known as the eighth wonder of the world.

Enjoy your afternoon tea as you journey through the former Kingdom of Fife and across the Tay Bridge.

Follow the east coast, passing through Arbroath, Montrose and Aberdeen before arriving in Huntly, where you will disembark for a traditional Scottish ceilidh at Strathisla.

You then rejoin the train in market town of Keith for an informal dinner and overnight stabling.

Meals Served: D

Day 2: Keith - Kyle of Lochalsh:

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as the train departs Keith and travels west towards Inverness, capital of the Highlands, passing through Dingwall before continuing north to the village of Tain where you disembark and visit Dalmore Distillery.

Returning to the train, lunch will served as you travel towards Kyle of Lochalsh, on what is arguably the most scenic route in Britain.

You pass through Dingwall and Garve, which lies under the shadow of Cnoc na h-Iolaire. The line passes Loch Luichart and the Torridon mountains, which are so old they contain no fossils. Geologists believe that they were formed before any life began. On through Achnasheen, then the climb to Luib summit and Achnashellach forest before descending to Strathcarron. The train then follows the edge of Loch Carron through Attadale, Stromeferry and Duncraig.

At Plockton you will have an opportunity to become your own guide and explore this picturesque Scottish Highland village. Be at one with nature, as you take a boat trip to see the colony of wild seals, and relish the magnificent views across the Isle of Skye to the Applecross Mountains. There is also a woodland walk, which leads to a viewpoint overlooking the loch. Alternatively visit the local art gallery or simply wander through this charming village. Afterwards rendezvous at the Plockton Hotel, where there is time to enjoy a dram or two before rejoining the motorcoach.

You return to the train in Kyle of Lochalsh for overnight stabling. Dinner this evening is formal and afterwards there is entertainment in the Observation Car. Marvel at the view from the train's veranda as you gaze over Loch Alsh to the Isle of Skye.

Meals Served: B L D

Day 3: Kyle of Lochalsh - Boat of Garten:

After your breakfast the train departs Kyle and you retrace part of yesterday's route as far as Dingwall. Have your cameras ready for the views of Plockton across the bay to the left, where you can see whitewashed cottages with fishing boats and yachts riding at anchor. Travelling round the edge of the Beauly Firth, you cross the northern end of the Caledonian Canal shortly before reaching Inverness.

The train continues south to Carrbridge where you disembark for your visit to Ballindalloch, one of Scotland's most romantic castles, with wonderful gardens. Set in the magnificent surroundings of the Spey valley, Ballindalloch has been the home of the Macpherson-Grant family since 1546. The family have adapted their castle with the twists and turns of fortune and history into the elegant and comfortable seat at the heart of their working estate that we see today.

You return to the train at Boat of Garten on the private Strathspey Railway for overnight stabling. A formal dinner is served and afterwards you meet Ray Owens, a Highlander who brings to life the stories of Scottish heroes. Listening to Ray, you will gain a true sense of the past and learn how life in the Highlands has changed over the centuries.

Meals Served: B L D

Day 4: Boat of Garten - Dundee:

After breakfast you disembark the train at Boat of Garten and take the motorcoach to Rothiemurchus Estate where you can choose from a number of activities which may include fishing, clay pigeon shooting, a guided walk or alternatively, you may simply prefer to relax by the fire at Drumintoul Lodge and admire the stunning scenery while enjoying some time on your own.

You rejoin the train in Aviemore and enjoy lunch as you journey south through Blair Atholl and Pitlochry to Dunkeld, where you disembark for your visit to Scone Palace, home of the Earls of Mansfield. Its origins date back fifteen hundred years when Scone was the capital of the Pictish kingdom and the centre of the ancient Celtic church. It was once home to the fabled Stone of Destiny, the crowning place of ancient Scottish kings. Scone is a unique treasury of furniture, paintings and porcelain, and is surrounded by beautiful gardens and peaceful woodland.

Rejoining the train in Perth you will enjoy an informal dinner on the move before stabling for the evening at Dundee.

Meals Served: B L D

Day 5: Dundee - Edinburgh:

After breakfast, the train leaves Dundee and travels through the Kingdom of Fife to Edinburgh and the end of the adventure.

Meals Served: B

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FOR INDIVIDUAL BOOKINGS (9 persons or less)
Payments:
15% of tour price is due at time of reservation final payment is due 90 days prior to departure
Cancellations:
more than 56 days prior to departure = 15% of tour price
56 to 21 days prior to departure = 30% of tour price
20 to 03 days prior to departure = 70% of tour price
02 days or less prior to departure = 100% of tour price
Amendments:
more than 56 days prior to departure = one free, then 5% of tour price
56 to 21 days prior to departure = 20% of tour price
20 to 03 days prior to departure = 60% of tour price
02 days or less prior to departure = 100% of tour price
NOTE: Orient-Express reserves the right to request a notification of consent from each member of the party in respect of whom cancellations are made.

FOR GROUPS (10 persons or more) & CHARTER BOOKINGS
Payments:
10% of group/charter price is due at time of reservation
40% of group/charter price is due 7 months (210 days) prior to departure
50% of group/charter price is due 3 months (90 days) prior to departure
Cancellations:
more than 6 months (more than 180 days) prior to departure = 10% of group/charter price
between 6 months (180 days) and 2 months (60 days) prior to departure = 50% of group/charter price
within 2 months (59 days or less) prior to departure = 100% of group/charter price
NOTE: For charters, the initial 10% deposit can be used as the deposits for individual bookings on the same departure date as the charter, should the charterer decide not to proceed at 6 months (180 days) or more prior to departure.

Save up to 15% on select A & K Antarctica Departures!

Save up to 15% in Antarctica

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2011 departure:

· Reserve a standard, classic, premier or superior cabin on the Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands (December 17, 2011) departure by October 31, 2011, and save 15% on the published prices.

· Children (7-18 years old) save 50% on the published prices when travelling with at least one full-fare paying adult per cabin. Some restrictions apply.

2012-2013 departures:

· Reserve the Classic Antarctica (Nov 27, 2012, Dec 7, 2012) or Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands (Dec 17, 2012, Jan 2, 2013) journey by March 31, 2012, and save 10% on the published prices (excluding the Owner's Suite).

· On the December 17, 2012 departure, children (7-18 years old) save 50% on the published prices when travelling with at least one full-fare paying adult per cabin. Some restrictions apply.

Complimentary Passenger Travel Protection Insurance

Complimentary Passenger Travel Protection Insurance on Select Egypt Journeys

Reserve select 2011 and 2012 Egypt journeys and receive complimentary Passenger Travel Protection insurance, a value of up to $500. Call for details. Egypt journeys include:

Egypt Unveiled
November 3, 17, December 1, 2011 and all January - May 2012 departures
Jordan and Egypt: Sands of Time
October 7, 2011 and all January - April 2012 departures
Images of Egypt & Kenya
February 28, 2012
Pharaohs and Pyramids
All January - March 2012 departures
Splendors of the Nile
March 19, 2012

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Solo Traveler Single Supplement Savings

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2011 Journeys include:

Wings Over Botswana
The single supplement is waived on November 1
Under Southern African Skies
Save 84% on the single supplement on October 14
Jordan & Egypt: Sands of Time
Save 50% on the single supplement onselect cabins on October 21
Egypt Unveiled
Save 47-100% on the single supplement onselect cabins on October 6 and 20
Splendors of the Nile
The single supplement is waived on October 13
Pharaohs & Pyramids
Save 48-100% on the single supplement onselect cabins on September 27, October 4 and 18
Treasures of Northern India
Save 96% on the single supplement on October 7 and November 11
Essence of India
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Classic Journey Aboard The Royal Scotsman

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