b'ClassicTravel to the mystical isles of Orkney and Skye on this wonderful adventure in Scotlands wild north, riding scenic8 DAYS from 2,199pprailways, visiting Neolithic sites and tasting authentic whisky. 1,999 ppYOUR ITINERARYOrkneyDay 1. Welcome to Glasgow BroraYour holiday begins in Glasgow, meeting the Tour Manager at our centrally2located hotel. Scotlands largest city has a backdrop of elegant VictorianRaaseyarchitecture and theres time to explore before dinner.Skye 3 InvernessDay 2. A Highland rail journey to bonnie BroraOur journey north begins as we travel by rail to Brora via Inverness. Enroute,Plockton Fort William we glimpse picturesque lochs, rugged hills and ancient castles. On leaving Inverness, we continue through the Highlands into mountainous sceneryGlasgowto Brora on the untamed coast. Leaving the train in this picturesque fishing1+1village, we head to our hotel for two nights where we have dinner this evening.2 Day 3. Discovering Orkney WHATS INCLUDED:After an early breakfast we experience Orkney on a full-day tour. Driving to Scrabster, a ferry takes us over to the main island. From Stromness, known for 7 nights 4-Star hotel its seafaring heritage, we head to the impressive wartime Churchill Barriers.accommodationNext, we discover Orkneys ancient history at the Neolithic village of Skara Standard Class rail travelBrae, Standing Stones of Stenness and Ring of Brodgar. In Kirkwall, we viewAll rail, ferry and coach travel St Magnus Cathedral before travelling back to Brora for a late dinner. throughout your tourPlease note, the order of todays activities may change, depending on the weather. Expertise of a UK Tour Manager from start to finishDay 4. Onwards to beautiful PlocktonBreakfast and dinner each dayToday we visit Dunrobin Castle and gardens, overlooking the Moray Firth, with time to explore at your own pace. Inverness is our next stop where theresGroup luggage transfers between free time over lunch before joining the Kyle Line. This breathtaking journeyhotels from Glasgow to Plockton, passes wild moors and lochs enroute to the village of Plockton, our next base.Fort William to Glasgow All guided tours and excursionsDay 5. Uncovering the wild Isle of SkyeA drive to the mystical Isle of Skye awaits today. Our first stop is the village of Broadford, where we visit a local wool spinner for a demonstration of thisTour Code: WNS| per person based ontraditional craft. We continue to Sconser and catch the ferry to Raasay. On this2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers small island we enjoy a whisky tasting at the Raasay Distillery. Theres timefrom 790.later to soak up the views before returning to our hotel by ferry and coach. 2025 Departures: Day 6. Dunvegan Castle and PortreeMAY, JUN, AUG, SEPThis morning were bound for one of the greatest Hebridean castles, Dunvegan, which stands out against a dramatic backdrop of forest, sky and sea. After exploring the castle and gardens, we head to Skyes main town,Comfortable Explorer RatedPortree, with its pretty pastel-coloured harbour, surrounded by hills. After some time to look around, visit the shops and have some lunch, we take a1 2 3 4scenic drive along the coast back to our hotel in Plockton in time for dinner. Day 7. Along the West Highland Line to GlasgowWe return to Glasgow this morning, first travelling to Fort William by coach. Here, we join the wonderful West Highland Line, one of the most scenic rail journeys in the UK, and travel south to Glasgow. This renowned route takes us past rugged mountains, Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, beforeSecure your place nowour approach to Glasgow reveals glimpses of the citys iconic landmarks. Afterwith a 450pp depositchecking in to our hotel, theres time at leisure before dinner together. Day 8. Homeward bound For more information on Your holiday comes to an end after breakfast and it is time to head home. dates and prices,visit greatrail.com/WNSSCOTLAND 19'