Railbookers UK & Ireland Independent Rail Holidays E-Brochure by TakingtheStrainTravel

UK AND IRELAND INDEPENDENT RAIL HOLIDAYS

2021-2022 SECOND EDITION

RAIL NETWORK

Flam Bergen

Myrdal

Orkney Islands John o’Groats

ACROSS EUROPE

Ferry

NOR

Ullapool

Outer Hebrides

Inverness

Jacobite

Mallaig

Stavanger

Fort William Glencoe

Aberdeen

EDINBURGH Glasgow BELFAST

Local Intercity Carlisle

Newcastle

Local Intercity Galway

DUBLIN

York

Leeds

Ferry Liverpool

Holyhead

Hull

Manchester

Chester

UNITED KINGDOM

Killarney

Ferry

Stratford-upon-Avon Swansea Bristol

Cambridge

Oxford

Ha Ijmuiden

Harwich

AMSTERDAM

Den Haag Penzance

LONDON Totnes

Falmouth

Ebbsfleet Ashford

Eurostar

Calais-Frethun

Lannion

Le Havre

Quimper

Morlaix

St-Brieuc Redon

Lorient Vannes

St-Malo

Nantes

Laval

Niort

La Rochelle

Santiago de Compostela

La Coruña

Pontevedra

Monforte de Lemos

Vigo

Ourense

TGV

Arcachon

TGV

Mannheim Saarbrücken

Strasbourg

Stuttgart

Dijon Belfort Besançon

Basel

Golden Pass Lucerne Interlaken Lausanne Geneva Lyon

FRANCE

Nancy

ICE

Mulhouse

La Souterraine

Brive-la-Gaillarde

Frankfurt

Kaiserslautern Metz

Limoges

GERMA

LUXEMBOURG

Reims

Châteauroux

Bordeaux Gijón

BELGIUM Thalys

Les AubraisOrléans Eurostar Vierzon

Tours Poitiers

Cologne

Forbach

Angers

Ruffec Angoulême

Rouen

BRUSSELS

Le Mans

TGV Les Sables d’Olonne

Lille

Mantes-la-Jolie PARIS

Rennes Vitré

St-Nazaire

Le Croisic

Hoek van Rotterdam Holland Bruges Calais Ghent Ypres Antwerp

Rang-du-Fliers-Verton Local Intercity

Brest

NETHERLANDS Netherlands

SWITZ.

Montreux Zermatt

Glacier Express

Brig

Lake Maggiore

Zurich

Chur St. Moritz

Lake Como

Local Intercity Agen Eurocity Mâcon San Biarritz Dax Milan Montauban TGV Sebastiá León Lake Garda /Donostia Hendaye Pau Miranda Altsasu Puebla de Sanabria Turin Irún Toulouse de Ebro Local Intercity Porto Nimes Avignon Lourdes Tarbes Vitoria/ Local Intercity Palencia Montpellier Zamora Pamplona Burgos Gasteiz Carcassonne Aix-en-Provence Arles Sestri Levante Sud Express Fuentes Valladolid Beziers TGV Cinque Terre de Oñoro Cannes Medina del Campo Tudela Narbonne Nice Coimbra Marseille de N. Lucca Salamanca St-Raphaël Huesca Perpignan TGV Pisa Toulon Segovia Lusitania Trenhotel Calatayud Zaragoza Ávila Figueres Entroncamento Valencia de Sie Lleida Girona Alcántara Guadalajara AVE MADRID Barcelona Cáceres LISBON Teruel Badajoz Tarragona Toledo Mérida Cuenca Oviedo

Santander

Bilbao

SPAIN

PORTUGAL

Ciudad Real AVE

Bus Faro

Alcazar de San Juan

Seville Antequera

Granada

Local Intercity Murcia

Málaga Ferry

Algeciras Tangiers

RABAT Al-Boraq train

Local train

Marrakech Bus Agadir

València

Jaén Córdoba

Cádiz

Castelló Sagunt

Albacete

Linares

Huelva

Casablanca

Requena

MOROCCO

Alicante Cartagena

Almería

The Flåm Railway Local trains to Umeå, Luleå, Narvik & Galivare

Local trains to Trondheim & Bodø

RWAY

FINLAND

SWEDEN

OSLO

Allegro

HELSINKI

X2000

Ferry

STOCKHOLM

St. Petersburg

TALLINN

ESTONIA

Gothenburg

Sapsan Local Intercity

ENMARK

RIGA

Ferry

Bus

COPENHAGEN

LATVIA

RUSSIA

MOSCOW

LITHUANIA Eurocity

RUSSIA

Gdansk

amburg

VILNIUS

Euronight

Local Intercity

ANY

Trans-Siberian and Trans-Mongolian routes to Beijing & Vladivostock

BERLIN

MINSK

Bus Poznan

Hannover

Berlin-Warsaw Express Leipzig Dresden Eurocity

Wroclaw

Local Intercity

POLAND

BELARUS

WARSAW

Nightjet PRAGUE

E Nuremberg

ALX

CZECH REPUBLIC

Krakow

GV Munich Salzburg

Innsbruck

VIENNA

Nightjet

AUSTRIA

Bernina Express Tirano

Villach Euronight

Eurocity

BUDAPEST

HUNGARY

LJUBLJANA

Nightjet

Verona

Railjet

CROATIA

Venice

Euronight

Local Intercity

Sighișoara Sibiu

Local Intercity Brasov

BELGRADE

Florence Split

ena Nightjet

ROMANIA

Subotica

Novi Sad

Bologna

Netherlands

Eurocity ZAGREB

SERBIA

BUCHAREST

La Frecce Dubrovnik ROME

ITALY Bari

Naples Sorrento Circumvesuviana

Ferry Local Intercity Palermo Taormina Catania

SWITZERLAND

GREECE

TGV

Patras

Pozzallo

Geneva VALLETTA

Zurich

Gotthard Pass

Lucerne Golden Pass Interlaken Lausanne

Siracusa Ferry

Basel

Montreux Zermatt

Glacier Express

Brig Domodossola

Centovalli Railway

Railjet Chur

St. Moritz Locarno Lugano

Eurocity

Bernina Express Tirano

Bernina Bus

WHY RAILBOOKERS? Railbookers offers expertly planned tailor made holidays, with an extensive range of holidays in the UK, across Europe, North America and beyond. In this brochure we highlight some of our most popular holidays closer to home across the UK and Ireland, all of which are available from your local UK rail station. We take the complexity out of independent rail travel and offer all our customers unparalleled service, incredible travel experiences and the very best value. The team at Railbookers is made up of proud ‘train geeks’ with comprehensive knowledge and passion for all things rail.

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RAIL EXPERT KNOWLEDGE

MAXIMUM FLEXIBILITY

We know rail; from the best routes to the best times ensuring you have the best holiday.

Any destination, any date for any length of time…simply put, if the train goes there, so do we.

BOOK AND TRAVEL FROM TODAY TO 2 YEARS AHEAD You can depart today or book your bucket-list trip 2 years ahead; either way, we have you covered.

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ABTA No.Y6401

Book with confidence. Railbookers is a member of ABTA Y6401 and ATOL 7579. Which means you have the benefit of ABTA’s assistance and Code of Conduct, as well as financial protection for your holiday. All packages inclusive of flights will be financially protected by the ATOL scheme.’

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CONTENTS Everything You Need to Know About Our Holidays

Our Rail Partners

UK and Ireland

Via Rail

Grand Tour of Scotland

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Dublin, Cork, Killarney and Galway

Edinburgh, Oban and the West Highland Line

Belmond Royal Scotsman Highland Journey

12-13

Highlights of the Cornish Coast 14 Grand Inverness and the Highlands Via the Caledonian Sleeper

Scottish Highlands and the Orkney Islands

Scottish Highlands and the Outer Hebrides

Edinburgh and the Isle of Skye

The Isle of Skye

Edinburgh, Isle of Skye and the West Highland Line 20 London, Edinburgh, York and The Caledonian Sleeper

The Scenic Routes of Britain by Train

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Historic Britain by Rail

24-25

Terms and Conditions

26-27

Glacier Express - Excellence Class

LARGEST RAIL HOLIDAY SELECTION

NO RAIL TRIP IS TOO COMPLICATED FOR US

From luxurious, multi-country journeys to extending your cruise, or creating a tailor made rail itinerary, we have it all.

What is confusing is our easy and anything can be customised.

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TRUSTED MERCHANT

2015

Florence

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OUR HOLIDAYS HOW DO I MAKE A BOOKING?

WHAT IS IT LIKE ON A SLEEPER TRAIN?

Please visit your local Travel Agent Call us on 020 3780 22222 Or visit www.railbookers.co.uk

The sleeper trains in our packages are comfortable, fun and adventurous ways of travelling long distances. Most sleeper trains offer private cabins for one, two or sometimes three passengers. Some routes also offer the opportunity to upgrade to deluxe compartments with private en-suite facilities.

CAN I START OR FINISH MY JOURNEY AT MY LOCAL STATION? Of course! Most of our holidays start from London St.Pancras station, where the Eurostar departs. However train tickets can be booked from any UK rail station to coincide with the timings of your onward or return journey. CAN I TAILOR MAKE MY TRIP? Absolutely. We can add hotel nights to give you extra time to explore your destination, or add in additional stopovers to help you discover new ones! We can also add transfers and sightseeing options so you can make the most of your trip. Just talk to us or your Travel Agent and we’ll start creating the perfect holiday for you. CAN I TAKE A HOLIDAY YOU OFFER IN REVERSE? We can offer a reverse option on any of our packages. If you would like to visit cities in a different order or start/finish in a different location, please speak with us or your local Travel Agent. CAN I UPGRADE TO FIRST CLASS RAIL ON SOME OR EVEN ALL OF MY TRAIN JOURNEYS? You certainly can. This could entitle you to a larger seat, more legroom and even a meal and drinks on certain routes. To find out more please speak with us or your local Travel Agent, who will tell you the advantages of first class on your specific route.

CAN YOU RECOMMEND THE MOST SCENIC ROUTE TO GET TO MY DESTINATION? We’re always advocates of taking the scenic route! With so much to see from the train windows on all our holidays, you’re in for a treat. If there’s a different route you could take for some extra special scenery, we’ll be excited to let you know!

AM I ABLE TO TRAVEL ON MY CHOICE OF DATES?

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING?

There are no set departure dates with our holidays, with the exception of private train journeys such as the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Most trains will run every day, which means our holidays do too.

If you’re used to strict luggage policies and weight limits, rail travel will be a breath of fresh air. Each passenger can take two main items of luggage plus an item of hand luggage. There are no weight restrictions.

CAN I CHOOSE MY TRAIN TIMES? Our packages don’t have set departure times. When there are multiple trains a day, if there’s a particularly convenient time or a departure that will ensure you catch the best scenery, we’ll be sure to recommend it. WHERE ARE YOUR HOTELS LOCATED? Our hotels are centrally located within each city we offer. Most are within a short distance of local sights and/or your railway stations. WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TRAVEL? Whenever works for you! Whether you’re looking for the best weather, the best scenery or the best value, just talk to us or your local Travel Agent about what you’re looking to get from your holiday and they can arrange the perfect trip.

HOW LONG BEFORE THE TRAIN DEPARTS SHOULD I BE AT THE STATION? With the exception of Eurostar, which has a 45-minute check-in time, there is no official check-in required for train journeys in Europe. Of course, we always recommend arriving at the station in plenty of time. CAN I TRAIN HOME FROM THE LAST CITY ON MY HOLIDAY? Absolutely. We can arrange rail or fly back options to the UK. You are also able to fly or rail out to one destination and continue your holiday by rail from there - whatever works for you.

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OUR RAIL PARTNERS

Railbookers are able to offer professionally planned holidays and a seamless booking process due to our strong partnerships with suppliers throughout UK, Europe, America and Canada.

EUROSTAR

AMTRAK

THALYS

Eurostar is the only high speed train that directly links the UK to France and Belgium via the Channel Tunnel.

Amtrak is the USA’s national rail operator. It connects North America in a safer, greener and healthier way with thousands of route miles across 46 states, the District of Columbia and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak operates more than 300 trains every day, travelling at speeds up to 150 mph, to more than 500 spectacular destinations.

Thalys offers a high-speed service from Paris to Brussels, Cologne and Amsterdam, as well as providing a link between Amsterdam and Lille. Founded in 1996, Thalys is the only truly multicultural rail service to have achieved a highspeed international link between four countries.

Eurostar take thousands of people a day to Paris, Brussels, Lille, Calais and more, as well as running much-loved direct trains to the South of France and the French and Swiss Alps. Eurostar runs services from London St. Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International and Ashford International in Kent. BELMOND: VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENTEXPRESS The ultimate travel curator and connoisseur, Belmond creates exceptional experiences worldwide. Their collection of iconic trains brings together some of the world’s most thrilling journeys and destinations. From the vintage carriages of the British Pullman to its sister train the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. A work of art in itself and a true Art Deco icon, the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is one of the world’s most famous luxury trains. Step aboard and experience truly elegant travel, wrapped in timeless romance.

VIA RAIL Established by the Canadian government in 1977, VIA Rail Canada breathed new life into the country’s railways by becoming its first national passenger rail company. Boasting an impressive array of train cars, VIA provides a reliable and secure way to travel across Canada. Its fleet is equipped with all the amenities and technology that you’ve come to expect from modern travel, including wireless Internet access. TRENITALIA ‘With a total network of more than 180 highspeed daily connections from city centre to city centre, including all of Italy’s major art cities, its wide domestic network that helps you reach every destination and its high-level catering services on board.

DEUTSCHE BAHN Founded in 1994, Deutsche Bahn AG is one of the world’s leading passenger companies operating in 130 countries. Deutsche Bahn are committed to providing efficient travel services for customers around the world, operating over 26,000 train trips on its modern 33,000 kilometre long track network every day. RENFE OPERADORA Renfe Operadora is a state owned Spanish rail company, which was founded in 2005. The name “Renfe” was formed from the former Spanish National Railway Network, RENFE (acronym of Red Nacional de los Ferrocarriles Españoles). Their mission is to provide rail transport to passengers in the safest and most efficient way. SNCF The official European distribution channel of the French railways (SNCF) for sales of high-speed and conventional rail travel throughout France and Europe.

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GRAND TOUR OF SCOTLAND London ➡ Inverness ➡ Glasgow ➡ Fort William ➡ Edinburgh ➡ London

Day trip from Inverness by rail to Kyle of Lochlash and onwards by road to theIsle of Skye

Day trip on the West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig

ISLE OF SKYE MALLAIG

2 INVERNESS 2

FORT WILLIAM GLASGOW 2 2 EDINBURGH

Spend 2 nights in Edinburgh before returning to London

North Sea

North Atlantic Ocean

Irish Sea

North Sea

Overnight from London to Inverness on the Caledonian Sleeper

KEY

Nights stay

Inverness

Your journey begins in London

LONDON English Channel

English Channel

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Isle of Skye

The Jacobite Steam Train

10 DAYS FROM £1,249 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail travel as per itinerary • 1 night accommodation onboard Caledonian Sleeper • 8 nights accommodation with breakfast • Skye and Eilean Donan Castle tour from Inverness • Roundtrip journey on the Jacobite Steam Train (Apr-Oct only) • Sightseeing tour to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond including a Whisky Tasting • Entrance to Edinburgh Castle

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Inverness - Kingsmills Hotel Glasgow - Hilton Garden Inn Glasgow City Centre Fort William - The Glencoe Inn Edinburgh - Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Why Not... Upgrade to a Caledonian Double Room on board the Caledonian sleeper from London to Inverness. Speak to one of our Rail Experts for more details.

Eilean Donan Castle

DAY 1-OVERNIGHT ONBOARD CALEDONIAN SLEEPER

DAY 4 - INVERNESS TO GLASGOW

Depart London on the Caledonian Sleeper for your overnight journey to Inverness, the gateway to the Scottish Highlands. (Overnight onboard the Caledonian Sleeper)

DAY 2 -INVERNESS Boasting an abundance of culture, history, a beautiful Old Town, and the 19th-century Inverness Cathedral, this city and the surrounding region was made for exploring. Great places of interest to check out and discover are the Victorian Market, Botanic Gardens, Greig Street Bridge, and the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

DAY 3 - ISLE OF SKYE AND EILEAN DONAN CASTLE TOUR Today’s included tour features many memorable moments. You’ll travel through dramatic Highland landscapes before visiting Eilean Donan Castle, known as the most photographed castle in Scotland. Then, you’ll cross over into Isle of Skye, where you’ll stop for a photo of the Red Cullin Mountains. In the coastal town of Portree, you have free time to enjoy lunch and stroll the Trotternish Peninsula. Kilt Rock and the Quiraing will certainly be highlights. From there, you’ll visit Kyleakin for refreshments and the chance to see Castle Moil or the Skye Bridge.

Your journey today takes you from Inverness to the great city of Glasgow. Visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery for amazing masterpieces, stroll around Glasgow’s magnificent botanical gardens, or wander the Riverside Museum and learn about Glasgow’s history as a great port city.

DAY 5-STIRLING CASTLE AND LOCH LOMOND Today, you venture from Glasgow on a guided tour to some of Scotland’s most famous places and experiences. You’ll visit historic Stirling Castle with its rich place in Scottish history. You’ll have a chance to savour unforgettable views at beautiful Loch Lomond. A stop is included at the Glengoyne Distillery to learn about and sample fine Scottish whisky. This is truly Scotland at its finest!

DAY 6 - GLASGOW TO FORT WILLIAM Today, you board the train and travel across the heart of Scotland to its picturesque West. The Highlands and Scottish countryside are a magnificent array of shady glens, rugged mountain peaks and a coastline strewn with quaint fishing villages. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in romantic Glencoe.

DAY 7 - JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN / WEST HIGHLAND LINE TO MALLAIG Embark on a scenic train journey described by some as the world’s most beautiful. The Jacobite

winds its way through breath-taking Scottish scenery. You’ll pass lochs and mountains, across the impressive Glenfinnan Viaduct and on until reaching Mallaig. Explore this charming coastal community before returning to Fort William. When the Jacobite is not running enjoy this beautiful journey on the local Scot Rail service.

DAY 8 - FORT WILLIAM TO EDINBURGH Today you’ll board the train and head off to Edinburgh, Scotland’s historic capital. Along the way, relax onboard and enjoy the romantic Scottish landscape as it rolls by.

DAY 9 - EDINBURGH Take time today to stroll Edinburgh’s historic streets. Visit historic spots like Holyrood Palace on your included tour. Make your way to Edinburgh Castle perched on its rock overlooking the city and surrounding area. History lovers will relish the chance to see and learn about the castle and its place in Scottish lore. View the “Honours of Scotland” once the regalia of Scottish monarchs. To catch a glimpse of Edinburgh’s medieval era, visit the city’s oldest standing structure, St. Margaret’s located inside the castle complex.

DAY 10 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LONDON Depart from Edinburgh by train heading to London where your scenic train journey ends.

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Dublin

10 DAYS FROM £1,299

DUBLIN, CORK, KILLARNEY, AND GALWAY Dublin ➡ Cork ➡ Killarney ➡ Galway ➡ Dublin

North Atlantic Ocean

Ferry between Holyhead and Dublin

GALWAY 2

CLIFFS OF MOHER

IRELAND

KEY

Nights stay

Dublin - Hilton Garden Inn Cork - Maldron Hotel Shandron Killarney - Randles Hotel Galway - The Ardilaun Hotel Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

DUBLIN

LIMERICK KILLARNEY 2 RING OF KERRY

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail and Sail from your local rail station to Holyhead then Ferry to Dublin • Rail travel in standard class throughout • 9 nights hotel stay with breakfast • Dublin Pass with hop-on, hop-off tour • Full Day Tour of The Ring of Kerry plus Killarney Lakes & National Park • Cliffs of Moher Day Trip from Galway

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Spend your final night in Dublin before returning to Holyhead by ferry and onwards to your local station

Day trip to Cliffs of Moher

per person

Irish Sea

MALLOW

HOLYHEAD

Your journey begins with your rail trip from your local station to the ferry terminal at Holyhead

2 CORK

Day trip around the Ring of Kerry

Galway

DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN DUBLIN

DAY 4 - CORK

Talk to our rail specialists to arrange your rail and sail departing from your local railway station to Holyhead where you catch your ferry to Dublin. Upon arrival in Dublin make your way to your hotel for a two-night stay. This evening, why not head to Temple Bar, famed for lively, traditional music and authentic Irish pubs.

Spend another day exploring Cork at leisure. If you would like to organize a daytrip, perhaps to visit Blarney Castle and kiss the Blarney Stone, just speak to one of our Rail Experts.

DAY 2 - DUBLIN Spend the day exploring Dublin at your leisure. Your holiday includes a Dublin Pass with a hopon, hop-off tour, including access to Dublin Zoo, Christ Church Cathedral and Croke Park Stadium. Enjoy free entry into Guinness Storehouse with plenty of samples!

DAY 3 - DUBLIN TO CORK Enjoy breakfast and take the train to Cork for a two-night stay and begin exploring. Cork is known as Ireland’s second city, and there is plenty to do and see here. Take a tour at Cork City Gaol, the historic prison, or admire the Victorian and Gothic architecture of Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral.

DAY 5 - CORK TO KILLARNEY Check out of your hotel and take to the tracks from Cork to Killarney. This picture-perfect town in County Kerry is a stop along the scenic Ring of Kerry and is overflowing with natural beauty.

DAY 6 - KILLARNEY Today you will enjoy a tour of the Ring of Kerry, including a stop at the Killarney Lakes and National Park. Explore the shores of Dingle Bay, gaze at the coastal views of Kenmar Bay and unearth the magic of the MacGillycuddy Reeks.

DAY 7 - KILLARNEY TO GALWAY From Killarney, head north to Galway by train. On arrival, make your way to your hotel for a two-night stay. After you’ve settled in, head to

the 18th-century Eyre Square to begin your adventures along the winding lanes of the Latin Quarter.

DAY 8 - GALWAY Take a daytrip to the Cliffs of Moher and enjoy the opportunity to see some of Ireland’s most dramatic scenery close up. The cliffs themselves are UNESCO-listed. You’ll also have the opportunity to relax in the world-famous Gus O’Connors pub in Doolin.

DAY 9 - GALWAY TO DUBLIN Check out of your hotel after breakfast and head back to Dublin by train. Check in at your hotel for another overnight stay and tick off any of the sights in your ‘Dublin bucket list’ that you didn’t see at the beginning of your holiday.

DAY 10 - DUBLIN TO UK After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and catch your ferry back to Holyhead where you will catch the train to your local station.

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Oban

8 DAYS FROM £1,099

EDINBURGH, OBAN AND THE WEST HIGHLAND LINE London ➡ Fort William ➡ Oban ➡ Edinburgh ➡ London

Day trip on the West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig

MALLAIG North Atlantic Ocean

North Sea

FORT WILLIAM

OBAN 2

per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 1 nights onboard the Caledonian Sleeper • 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • Rail travel in standard class throughout • Skip the Line: Edinburgh Castle Admission • Roundtrip journey on the Jacobite Steam Train(April to October only)

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Fort William - The Glencoe Inn Oban - The Ranald Hotel Edinburgh - Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

EDINBURGH 2

Spend 2 nights in Edinburgh before returning to London

Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Irish Sea Overnight from London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper

LONDON

KEY

Your journey begins in London

Nights stay

Fort William

English Channel

DAY 1 -CALEDONIAN SLEEPER

DAY 3 - JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN / WEST HIGHLAND LINE

Travel in comfort on board the famous Caledonian Sleeper and arrive in the Scottish Highlands after a sound nights sleep. You’ll awake to views from your cabin of the Scottish countryside, a magnificent array of shady glens, rugged mountain peaks and a coastline strewn with quaint fishing villages. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in romantic Glencoe.

Embark on a scenic train journey described by some as the world’s most beautiful. The Jacobite winds its way through breath-taking Scottish scenery. You’ll pass lochs and mountains, across the impressive Glenfinnan Viaduct and on until reaching Mallaig. Explore this charming coastal community before returning to Fort William.

DAY 2 -FORT WILLIAM

DAY 4 - FORT WILLIAM TO OBAN

Today you are free to explore Fort William and Glencoe at your leisure, which sit among some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. Take a stroll through the Glen or wander one of the many short highland walks for some truly glorious views. After your day of sightseeing be sure to cosy up in one of the traditional pubs, grab a seat by a roaring fire and have a wee glass of whisky for the true Highland experience.

Your journey today takes you from Fort William to the pretty seaside town of Oban. After checking into your hotel why not take a walk to McCaig’s Tower, Oban’s take on the Roman Colosseum, a perfect vantage point for viewing Oban and the surrounding area.

DAY 5 - OBAN Begin your final day in Oban by exploring the ruins of Dunollie Castle and take in the dramatic views of the island of Kerrara. Alternatively take a walk to Gallanach and catch a ferry across to the island

of Kerrera, explore Gylen castle. That evening be sure to eat out in one of the towns famous seafood restaurants.

DAY 6 -OBAN TO EDINBURGH Today you’ll board the train and head off to Edinburgh, Scotland’s historic capital. Along the way, relax onboard and enjoy the romantic Scottish landscape as it rolls by.

DAY 7 - EDINBURGH Take time today to stroll Edinburgh’s historic streets. Visit historic spots like Holyrood Palace on your included tour. Make your way to Edinburgh Castle perched on its rock overlooking the city and surrounding area. View the “Honours of Scotland” once the regalia of Scottish monarchs. To catch a glimpse of Edinburgh’s medieval era, visit the city’s oldest standing structure, St. Margaret’s located inside the castle complex.

DAY 8 -YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LONDON Take the train to London where your scenic train journey ends.

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BELMOND ROYAL SCOTSMAN HIGHLAND JOURNEY Edinburgh

Coach transfer to Culloden Battlefield

INVERNESS

STRATHISLA DISTILLERY CULLODEN

CARRBRIDGE BOAT OF GARTEN 1 Coach transfer to Rothiemurchus Est. AVIEMORE CAIRNGORMS DALWHINNIE NAT. PARK Spend 2 nights onboard the Belmond Royal Scotsman

ABERDEEN Dean Village, Edinburgh

PERTH

North Sea

DUNDEE

KEY

Your journey begins and ends in Edinburgh

2 EDINBURGH

1 1

Nights stay Nights onboard Belmond Royal Scotsman

Royal Scotsman

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Royal Scotsman

5 DAYS FROM £3,549 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 2 nights hotel stay with breakfast in Edinburgh • 2 nights accommodation aboard the Royal Scotsman in a double cabin • A private tour of the Culloden Battlefield, A visit to Strathisla Distillery and clay pigeon shooting at the Rothiemurchus Estate • Walking Tour of Edinburgh including skip the line ticket to Edinburgh Castle

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Edinburgh - Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Why Not... Upgrade to the luxurious 5 star Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Edinburgh. Speak to one of our Rail Experts for more details.

Cairngorms National Park

DAY 1 - EDINBURGH

DAY 3 - ABOARD THE ROYAL SCOTSMAN

After breakfast at your hotel this morning, see the best of medieval yet modern Edinburgh on your walking tour with skip-the-line access to Edinburgh Castle. As you walk, listen as your guide shares the history of this formidable city with ancient Roman roots and UNESCO-listed pockets. Explore atmospheric cobbled walkways along the Royal Mile, breeze into Edinburgh Castle to witness royal opulence, and pass iconic locations like St Giles Cathedral, Parliament Square and John Knox House Sample traditional Scottish fare in the evening before retiring for a good night’s rest in anticipation of your marvelous train journey tomorrow.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast accompanied by wonderful views this morning, before transferring by coach to the Rothiemurchus Estate, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Explore the magnificent grounds, perhaps trying out a spot of clay-pigeon shooting or fishing. Enjoy lunch back on board the train as you travel to Culloden Battlefield, where you’ll be treated to a private tour of the area. Come the evening, enjoy a visit to the Strathisla Distillery, one of the world’s oldest distilleries and home to Chivas Regal whiskey. You will be served a sumptuous formal dinner this evening as you make your way south through Aberdeenshire and Angus to Dundee. Chefs make the most of local cuisine and regional specialties, so you know you’ll be in for a treat. (Overnight aboard the Royal Scotsman).

DAY 2 - BOARD THE ROYAL SCOTSMAN After breakfast in your hotel and a leisurely morning, board the opulent carriages of the Royal Scotsman in the early afternoon. Watch the magnificent city scenery transform into verdant plains as you journey north through the former Kingdom of Fire, and marvel at the dramatic scenery of the highlands as you roll through leisurely. Enjoy a delicious, informal dinner in the evening before settling in for some entertainment in the Observation Car. Settle into your comfortable sleeper compartment before you spend the night in Boat of Garten, a tiny highland village. (Overnight aboard the Royal Scotsman).

DAY 4 - DISEMBARK THE ROYAL SCOTSMAN Leave Dundee behind this morning, tucking in to a leisurely breakfast as you make the journey back to Edinburgh. Disembark the train and check in at your hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 5 - DEPART EDINBURGH Check out of your hotel after a tasty breakfast and continue your onward journey. Speak to one of our Rail Specialists about arranging rail travel back to your home city in the UK, or extending your travels around Scotland.

Edinburgh

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St Michael’s Mount, near Penzance

6 DAYS FROM £1,409 per person

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CORNISH COAST

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 1 night accommodation onboard the Night Riviera • 4 nights accommodation with breakfast • All other rail travel as per itinerary

London ➡ Penzance ➡ Falmouth ➡ London

Irish Sea

Day trip to St. Ives

ST. IVES PENZANCE 2

North Sea

Overnight on the Night Riviera from London to Penzance

Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

LONDON

2 FALMOUTH English Channel

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Penzance - Queens Hotel Falmouth - The Grand Falmouth Hotel

Your journey begins in London

Spend 2 nights in Falmouth before returning to London

KEY

Nights stay

Falmouth Harbour

DAY 1 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD THE NIGHT RIVIERA Depart London on the Night Riviera for your overnight journey to Cornwall and the South West coast. (Overnight onboard the Night Riviera sleeper train)

DAY 2 - PENZANCE St Ives

An early arrival into Penzance gives you a full day to explore this historic port town. While there be sure to visit St. Michaels Mount, if the tide is out walk across the causeway, or take a boat over to the island. The medieval church and castle and surrounding tropical gardens really are a sight to behold.

DAY 3 - ST. IVES

Night Riviera

Today you hop on the train for a short journey to St Ives. It’s a wonderfully scenic route that snakes around the golden bays before you reach the town. Once you arrive take a stroll over the white sand at Portminster Beach and admire the Godrevy Lighthouse before sampling some culture at the Tate, St Ives.

DAY 4 - FALMOUTH Today the thriving town of Falmouth awaits. Famous for its creative buzz there are a plethora of galleries and artistic venues to wander around and enjoy. The town also has a fascinating maritime heritage with several boat trips to be taken from the pier and the quay as well as four world class beaches to spend time relaxing on.

DAY 5 - FALMOUTH On this your final day in Falmouth you have a full day to explore the surrounding areas of natural beauty. Take a stroll along the Helford and Fal rivers or discover the coastal fortress that is Pendennis Castle with its unmissable views overlooking the city and harbour. End the day in one of the beachside restaurants sampling some of the delicious seafood, for which this part of the world is so famous.

DAY 6 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LONDON Check out of your hotel and take your train back to London where your journey ends.

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Glen Urquhart

GRAND INVERNESS AND THE HIGHLANDS VIA THE CALEDONIAN SLEEPER London ➡ Inverness ➡ London

Sightseeing tour of the Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

ISLE OF SKYE LOCH NESS

4 INVERNESS North Sea

EDINBURGH

per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• First Class Rail travel as per itinerary • 1 night accommodation onboard Caledonian Sleeper in Club class • 4 nights accommodation with breakfast in Inverness • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour in Inverness (Apr-Sept only) • Sightseeing tour of Loch Ness and Glen Urquhart Castle • Sightseeing tour of the Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

Spend 4 nights in Inverness before returning to London

Sightseeing tour of Loch Ness and Glen Urquhart Castle

6 DAYS FROM £549

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION:

Inverness - Kingsmills Hotel

North Atlantic Ocean

Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Irish Sea

Overnight from London to Inverness on the Caledonian Sleeper

Your journey begins in London

LONDON

KEY

Nights stay

Caledonian Sleeper

English Channel

DAY 1 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD CALEDONIAN SLEEPER Depart London on the Caledonian Sleeper for your overnight journey to the Scottish Highlands.

DAY 2 - INVERNESS

DAY 4 - INVERNESS Today the mountainous landscape and seaside towns of the Isle of Skye await.

DAY 5 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LONDON Train back to London where your journey ends.

Spend some time exploring the charming Highland town of Inverness using your including hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour.

DAY 3 - LOCH NESS AND GLEN URQUHART Today, you head out on a remarkable journey through the Highlands that includes amazing locations such as Loch Ness and picturesque Glen Urquhart Castle.

Skye

Caledonian Sleeper

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Orkney

9 DAYS FROM £1,549

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS AND THE ORKNEY ISLANDS London ➡ Inverness ➡ Orkney ➡ Inverness ➡ Edinburgh

Fully guided tour of Orkney Islands

ORKNEY ISLANDS 2

JOHN O’GROATS

Return ferry between John o’Groats and Burwick

ISLE OF SKYE North Atlantic Ocean

Day trip to the Isle of Skye by road

Transfer between Inverness and John o’Groats by road

2 INVERNESS

Spend 2 nights in Edinburgh before returning to London

EDINBURGH 2

North Sea

per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail travel as per itinerary • 1 night accommodation onboard Caledonian Sleeper • 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • Skye and Eilean Donan Castle tour from Inverness • 3 day round trip with guide to the Orkney Islands • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour in Inverness • City tour of Edinburgh

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Inverness - Kingsmills Hotel Orkney Islands - The Albert Hotel Kirkwall Edinburgh - Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Irish Sea

Overnight from London to Inverness on the Caledonian Sleeper

LONDON

KEY

Nights stay

Your journey begins in London

Skye

English Channel

DAY 1 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD CALEDONIAN SLEEPER Depart London on the Caledonian Sleeper for your overnight journey to Inverness, the gateway to the Scottish Highlands.

DAY 2 - INVERNESS Boasting an abundance of culture, history, a beautiful Old Town, and the 19th-century Inverness Cathedral, this city and the surrounding region was made for exploring.

DAY 3 - ISLE OF SKYE AND EILEAN DONAN CASTLE TOUR Today’s included tour features many memorable moments. You’ll travel through dramatic Highland landscapes before visiting Eilean Donan Castle, known as the most photographed castle in Scotland. Then, you’ll cross over into Isle of Skye, where you’ll stop for a photo of the Red Cuillin Mountains. In the coastal town of Portree, you have free time to enjoy lunch and stroll the Trotternish Peninsula. Kilt Rock and the Quiraing

will certainly be highlights. From there, you’ll visit Kyleakin for refreshments and the chance to see Castle Moil or the Skye Bridge.

DAY 4 - INVERNESS TO ORKNEY After an early start, you travel north through the Black Isle, past the imposing Dunrobin Castle, before crossing the Pentland Firth to the Orkney Isles. Check in for your stay in Kirkwall, the modern-day capital of Orkney, for two nights.

DAY 5 - ORKNEY Today is your chance to explore the modern and ancient wonders of this fantastic island; a land of contrasts, where fertile green pastures are fringed by shores of golden sands washed by waters of the North Sea and Atlantic Ocean. Highlights include a visit to Skara Brae, the mystical prehistoric stone circle at Brodgar, the standing stones of Stenness, and Maeshowe, where in the 12th century the Vikings left one of the largest collections of Norserunic inscriptions.

DAY 6 - ORKNEY TO INVERNESS After a ferry back to the mainland, you travel through the history-soaked regions of Caithness and Sutherland. You’ll find out about the Highland clearances, and get a glimpse of some of Scotland’s most remote fishing villages, arriving back in Inverness early evening.

DAY 7 - INVERNESS TO EDINBURGH Travel by direct train to Edinburgh. From the cobbled streets of the medieval Old Town to the sweeping views from the top of the many hills, there is so much beauty to explore here.

DAY 8 - EDINBURGH During your included city tour, you’ll get to see the best attractions and learn all about local traditions and stories. Visit Princes Street, Grassmarket, Dean Village, and Holyrood Palace.

DAY 9 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LONDON Spend one final morning in Edinburgh before catching the train back to London where your journey ends.

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Outer Hebrides

9 DAYS FROM £1,199

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS AND THE OUTER HEBRIDES Inverness ➡ The Outer Hebrides ➡ Inverness ➡ Edinburgh Return ferry between Ullapool and Stornoway

OUTER HEBRIDES 2 ISLE OF SKYE North Atlantic Ocean

Transfer between Inverness and Ullapool by road

ULLAPOOL

Fully guided tour of Outer Hebrides

Day trip to the Isle of Skye by road

2 INVERNESS

Spend 2 nights in Edinburgh before returning to London

EDINBURGH 2

North Sea

per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 1 night accommodation onboard Caledonian Sleeper • 3 nights accommodation with breakfast in Inverness • 2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Edinburgh • 2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Stornoway • Skye and Eilean Donan Castle tour • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour in Inverness • Secrets of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile city tour with Castle entrance

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Inverness - Kingsmills Hotel Stornoway - The Royal Stornoway Hotel Edinburgh - Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Irish Sea

Overnight from London to Inverness on the Caledonian Sleeper

LONDON

KEY

Your journey begins in London

Nights stay

Butt of Lewis

English Channel

DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS ON THE CALEDONIAN SLEEPER

DAY 4 - INVERNESS TO THE OUTER HEBRIDES

DAY 6 - THE OUTER HEBRIDES TO INVERNESS

Depart London on the Caledonian Sleeper for your overnight journey to Inverness, the gateway to the Scottish Highlands.

After an early start, travel from Inverness to Ullapool and catch your ferry to the islands. This stunning sea trip takes you along Loch Broom, past the Summer Isles, and out to Stornoway; the capital of the Outer Hebrides. You travel to the North West of the island and visit the ‘blackhouse’ at Arnol. Dive into this traditional abode and discover how the Highland crofting families lived. Finish the day with a trip to the Butt of Lewis to admire the famous lighthouse.

Today, you’re delving back to the ancient past. You venture to the far west of Lewis to the parish of Uig, an area of outstanding natural beauty. We have a lunch in Stornoway before crossing back to the mainland returning to Inverness in the evening.

DAY 2 - INVERNESS Boasting an abundance of culture, history, a beautiful Old Town, and the 19th-century Inverness Cathedral, this city, and the surrounding region was made for exploring.

DAY 3 - ISLE OF SKYE AND EILEAN DONAN CASTLE TOUR Today travel through the spectacular and dramatic Highland landscape to visit Eilean Donan Castle before travelling over to the Isle of Skye taking in the Red Cuillin Mountains, the coastal town of Portree and more.

DAY 7 - INVERNESS TO EDINBURGH Travel by direct train to Edinburgh. Settle in before setting out to explore the Scottish capital.

DAY 5 - THE OUTER HEBRIDES

DAY 8 - EDINBURGH

Today, head south to Harris. The first thing you’ll notice are the mountains. And as you weave through the towering marvels, your guide will tell you about the traditions and tales of this part of Scotland. After you’ve had your fill of unspoiled beaches and landscapes, you stop in the small port of Leverburgh for lunch. Now it’s time for one of the great Hebridean highlights, Luskentyre beach. On a good day, the sea turns turquoise, and the sands look pristine white.

Explore the city on your included tour taking in all the sights.

DAY 9 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LONDON Spend one final morning in Edinburgh before catching the train back to London.

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Isle of Skye

8 DAYS FROM £1,999 per person

EDINBURGH AND THE ISLE OF SKYE

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Inverness • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast on the Isle of Skye • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Edinburgh • Rail travel in standard class throughout • Skip the Line: Edinburgh Castle Admission • Private transfer from Inverness to the Isle of Skye and return

Inverness > Skye ➡ Inverness ➡ Edinburgh

KEY

Private transfer between the Isle of Skye and Inverness

Nights stay

North Atlantic Ocean

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

PORTREE (Isle of Skye) 3

Guided full day tour of the Isle of Skye

Inverness - Kingsmills Hotel Isle of Skye - Skeabost Hotel Edinburgh - Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

2 INVERNESS Your journey begins with your first night in Inverness

Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

2 EDINBURGH

Your journey ends with 2 nights in Edinburgh

North Sea Edinburgh

DAY 1– INVERNESS

DAY 3 – DAY TOUR OF ISLE OF SKYE

DAY 6 – INVERNESS TO EDINBURGH

Your holiday begins in the charming Highland town of Inverness. Boasting an abundance of culture, history, a beautiful Old Town, and the 19th-century Inverness Cathedral, this city and the surrounding region was made for exploring. Great places of interest to check out and discover are the Victorian Market, Botanic Gardens, Greig Street Bridge, and the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

On this full day on Skye you will get to see all the iconic sights the Island has to offer with a full day guided tour. Highlights include The Fairy Pools, Neist Point, The Quiraing and Kilt Rock to name a few. You’ll be sure to create magical memories on this breathtaking tour.

Today you’ll board the train and head off to Edinburgh, Scotland’s historic capital. Along the way, relax onboard and enjoy the romantic Scottish landscape as it rolls by.

DAY 4 – ISLE OF SKYE

Take time today to stroll Edinburgh’s historic streets. Visit historic spots like Holyrood Palace on your included tour. Make your way to Edinburgh Castle perched on its rock overlooking the city and surrounding area. History lovers will relish the chance to see and learn about the castle and its place in Scottish lore. View the “Honours of Scotland” once the regalia of Scottish monarchs. To catch a glimpse of Edinburgh’s medieval era, visit the city’s oldest standing structure, St. Margaret’s located inside the castle complex.

DAY 2 – INVERNESS TO ISLE OF SKYE Today you make your way via private transfer from Inverness to Portree on the magical Isle of Skye. After checking into your hotel, head into the village for a late lunch or early dinner. Be sure to sample some of the local seafood the area is famous for. With its glorious harbour, pier, and views of the surrounding hills It is easy to see why Portree is considered one of the 20 most beautiful villages in the UK

Spend your final day on Skye at your leisure. Perhaps take the local transport to the Kyle of Lochalsh or make your way to the one of the surrounding hiking areas for some spectacular views. Transport on the island can be infrequent so be sure to speak to the hotel for the best way to get around.

DAY 5 – ISLE OF SKYE TO INVERNESS Today you will depart the Isle of Skye via private transfer and head back to Inverness. Use the afternoon to visit the sights you may have missed first time around.

DAY 7 - EDINBURGH

DAY 8 – YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN EDINBURGH Spend one final morning in Edinburgh before heading back to your local station.

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Isle of Skye

6 DAYS FROM £1,649 per person

THE ISLE OF SKYE

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Inverness • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast on the Isle of Skye • Private transfer from Inverness to the Isle of Skye and return

Inverness ➡ Skye ➡ Inverness

KEY

Private transfer between the Isle of Skye and Inverness

Nights stay

PORTREE (Isle of Skye) 3

North Atlantic Ocean

Guided full day tour of the Isle of Skye

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Inverness – Kingsmills Hotel Isle of Skye – Skeabost Hotel

2 INVERNESS

Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Your journey begins and ends with rail travel between your local station and Inverness

DAY 3 - DAY TOUR OF ISLE OF SKYE

North Sea

DAY 4 - ISLE OF SKYE

DAY 1 - INVERNESS

Inverness

DAY 2 - INVERNESS TO ISLE OF SKYE Today you make your way via private transfer from Inverness to Portree on the magical Isle of Skye. After checking into your hotel, head into the village for a late lunch or early dinner. Be sure to sample some of the local seafood the area is famous for. With its glorious harbour, pier, and views of the surrounding hills It is easy to see why Portree is considered one of the 20 most beautiful villages in the UK.

DAY 5 - ISLE OF SKYE TO INVERNESS Today you will depart the Isle of Skye via private transfer and head back to Inverness. Use the afternoon to visit the sights you may have missed first time around.

DAY 6 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN INVERNESS Spend one final morning in Inverness before heading back to your local station.

Isle of Skye

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Isle of Skye

10 DAYS FROM £2,449

EDINBURGH, ISLE OF SKYE AND THE WEST HIGHLAND LINE

per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 9 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Fort William/Glencoe, Isle of Skye, Inverness and Edinburgh • Rail travel in standard class throughout • Skip the Line: Edinburgh Castle Admission • Roundtrip journey on the Jacobite Steam Train (April to October only) • Private transfer from Fort William to the Isle of Skye • Private transfer from the Isle of Skye to Inverness

Fort William ➡ Isle of Skye ➡ Inverness ➡ Edinburgh

KEY

Nights stay

North Atlantic Ocean

Private transfer between the Isle of Skye and Inverness

Guided full day tour of the Isle of Skye

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

PORTREE (Isle of Skye) 3

2 INVERNESS

MALLAIG Day trip on the West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig

Fort William - The Glencoe Inn Isle of Skye - Skeabost Hotel Inverness - Kingsmills Hotel Edinburgh - Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Private transfer between Fort William and the Isle of Skye

FORT WILLIAM

Your journey begins with 2 nights in Fort William

2 EDINBURGH

Your journey ends with 2 nights in Edinburgh

North Sea Fort William

DAY 1 - FORT WILLIAM Your holiday begins in the beautiful Fort William and Glencoe at area, which sits among some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. After your day of sightseeing grab a seat by a roaring fire and have a wee glass of whisky for the true Highland experience.

DAY 2 - JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN / WEST HIGHLAND LINE Embark on a scenic train journey described by some as the world’s most beautiful. The Jacobite winds its way through breath-taking Scottish scenery. You’ll pass lochs and mountains, across the impressive Glenfinnan Viaduct and on until reaching Mallaig. Explore this charming coastal community before returning to Fort William.

DAY 3 - FORT WILLIAM TO ISLE OF SKYE Today you make your way via private transfer from Fort William to Portree on the magical Isle of Skye. After checking into your hotel, head into the village for a late lunch or early dinner. With its glorious harbour, pier and views of the

surrounding hills It is easy to see why Portree is considered one of the 20 most beautiful villages in the UK

DAY 4 - DAY TOUR OF ISLE OF SKYE On this full day on Skye you will get to see all the iconic sights the Island has to offer with a full day guided tour. Highlights include The Fairy Pools, Neist Point,.

DAY 5 - ISLE OF SKYE Spend your final day on Skye at your leisure. Perhaps take the local transport to the Kyle of Lochalsh or make your way to the one of the surrounding hiking areas for some spectacular views.

DAY 6 - ISLE OF SKYE TO INVERNESS Today you will depart the isle of Skye via private transfer and head to the charming Highland town of Inverness. Boasting an abundance of culture, history, a beautiful Old Town, and the 19th-century Inverness Cathedral, this city and the surrounding region was made for exploring.

DAY 7 - LOCH NESS AND GLEN URQUHART CASTLE Today, you head out on a remarkable journey through the Highlands that includes amazing locations such as Loch Ness and picturesque Glen Urquhart Castle.

DAY 8 - INVERNESS TO EDINBURGH Today you’ll board the train and head off to Edinburgh, Scotland’s historic capital. Along the way, relax onboard and enjoy the romantic Scottish landscape as it rolls by.

DAY 9 - EDINBURGH Take time today to stroll Edinburgh’s historic streets and attractions like Hollyrood Palace on your included tour.

DAY 10 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN EDINBURGH Spend one final morning in Edinburgh before heading back to your local station.

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York

7 DAYS FROM £749

LONDON, EDINBURGH, YORK AND THE CALEDONIAN SLEEPER

per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail Travel as per the itinerary • 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • 2-Day London Pass • 2-Day York Pass • Edinburgh Hop-on-Hop-off Pass

London ➡ Edinburgh ➡ York ➡ London

North Sea

North Atlantic Ocean

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Spend 2 nights in York before returning to London for your final night

EDINBURGH 2

Irish Sea

2 YORK

Overnight from London to Edinburgh on the Caledonian Sleeper

1 LONDON

KEY Nights stay

English Channel

DAY 1 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD CALEDONIAN SLEEPER

Edinburgh

Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

DAY 3 - EDINBURGH During your included city tour, you’ll explore places such as Princes Street to learn about Scott Monument and the Princes Street Gardens, as well as see Grassmarket, Old Town, New Town, Dean Village, and Holyrood Palace.

Your journey begins in London

Edinburgh - Hilton Edinburgh Carlton York - The Grand York London - Hilton London Euston

Depart London onboard the Caledonian Sleeper for your overnight journey to Edinburgh. Your Classic room features a single or twin berth and wash basin. Speak to one of our Rail Experts about upgrading your accommodations to a Double room or Club room, which include priority access to the Club Car for meals and drinks and access to the lounge area to enjoy beautiful scenery in the morning. (Overnight onboard the Caledonian Sleeper)

DAY 2 - EDINBURGH When you arrive in Edinburgh, the day is yours to spend at your leisure. We suggest visiting Edinburgh Castle to see the Scottish crown jewels and legendary Stone of Scone. Other popular attractions include the Royal Mile and the Sir Walter Scott monument.

DAY 4 - EDINBURGH TO YORK Travel by train from Edinburgh to York. From museums to historical landmarks, there are many ways to make the most of your time in this quaint town.

DAY 5 - YORK Use your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to discover the historical town at your pace. Visit crowd-pleasing attractions like Memorial Gardens, Clifford’s Tower, The Shambles, and South Bank. York’s museums, medieval streets, and stunning cathedrals will surely be highlights of today’s tour.

DAY 6 - YORK TO LONDON Board your direct train to London. Upon arrival, check out any points and sights of interest that you’ve never explored before. Take a ride on the London Eye, take in panoramic views of the city from Tower Bridge, stroll through Hyde Park, or relax in Trafalgar Square.

DAY 7 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LONDON Your East Coast Experience ends today in London.

London

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THE SCENIC ROUTES OF BRITAIN BY TRAIN London ➡ Bristol ➡ Leeds ➡ Glasgow ➡ Fort William ➡ London

Day trip on the West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig

North Atlantic Ocean

KEY

MALLAIG

FORT WILLIAM

The Scenic Settle and Carlisle Line, over the Ribblehead Viaduct and through the Yorkshire Dales

CARLISLE Irish Sea

2 LEEDS MANCHESTER

The Scenic Heart of Wales Line

SWANSEA BRISTOL TOTNES

Nights stay

Overnight from Fort William to London on the Caledonian Sleeper

GLASGOW 1

Scenic Seaside Line between Dawlish, Warren and Teignmouth

Spend 2 nights in Fort William before returning to London

Bristol

North Sea

Your journey begins in London

LONDON English Channel

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Totnes

Ribblehead Viaduct

9 DAYS FROM £1,299 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Bristol • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Leeds • 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Glasgow • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Fort William / Glencoe • 1 night on board the Caledonian sleeper train between Fort William and London • Roundtrip journey on the Jacobite Steam Train (Apr-Oct only) • Rail travel in standard class throughout

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Bristol - Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Centre Leeds - Doubletree by Hilton Leeds City Glasgow - Hilton Garden Inn Glasgow City Centre Fort William - the Glencoe Inn Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Why Not... Upgrade to First Class on board the world famous Jacobite steam train. Speak to one of our Rail Experts for more details.

Glasgow

DAY 1 - LONDON TO BRISTOL VIA TOTNES

DAY 4 - LEEDS

Your holiday begins with a scenic journey from London to Bristol via Totnes. Highlights of the journey include travelling alongside the Kennet and Avon canal before heading through the Wiltshire countryside to give glimpses of the famous Wiltshire white horses. As the train heads into Devon, it hugs the coast giving gorgeous views of the sea before climbing through the South Devon Hills. After a quick change in Totnes it’s off to Bristol in time for dinner.

Enjoy a full day in the UK’s third largest city. Some of the city’s main attraction include Kirkstall Abbey, where you’ll find he impressive ruins of an 800 year old monastery, Leeds Cathedral and Leeds Art Gallery and City Museum. There is also the wonderful Roundhay Park to enjoy, described as one of the most charming city parks in Europe.

DAY 2 - BRISTOL

Your journey today takes you from Leeds to the city of Glasgow. On this journey your train will pass through the Yorkshire Dales National Park as well as over the famous Ribblehead Viaduct and through the Eden Valley. Arrive into Glasgow for the afternoon in time to visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery for amazing masterpieces, wander Glasgow’s magnificent botanical gardens, or stop by the Riverside Museum and learn about Glasgow’s history as a great port city.

Enjoy a full day in Bristol at your leisure. Why not spend the morning sampling the culture by visiting the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery or climb to the top of Cabot Tower for some great views of the city and surrounding area. Spend the afternoon in Bristol’s old city and have some lunch at St Nicholas’ market before ending the day by watching the sunset from the Clifton Suspension Bridge, the symbol of Bristol.

DAY 3 - BRISTOL TO LEEDS VIA THE HEART OF WALES LINE Today you will travel from Bristol to Leeds along the ‘Heart of Wales’ line traversing some of the country’s finest landscapes including Gwent Levels, numerous spa towns and past historic castles. The Shropshire Hills can also be seen in all their glory, one of the UK’s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

DAY 5 - LEEDS TO GLASGOW VIA THE CARLISLE AND SETTLE LINE

DAY 7 - JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN / WEST HIGHLAND LINE TO MALLAIG Embark on a scenic train journey described by some as the world’s most beautiful. The Jacobite winds its way through breath-taking Scottish scenery. You’ll pass lochs and mountains, across the impressive Glenfinnan Viaduct and on until reaching Mallaig. Explore this charming coastal community before returning to Fort William. When the Jacobite is not running enjoy this beautiful journey on the local Scot Rail service.

DAY 8 - FORT WLLIAM TO LONDON ON THE CALEDONIAN SLEEPER Travel overnight in comfort from Fort William to London onboard the Caledonian Sleeper.

DAY 9 - ARRIVE LONDON Your journey ends.

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HISTORIC BRITAIN BY RAIL London ➡ York ➡ Edinburgh ➡ Fort William ➡ Chester ➡ Bristol ➡ Bath ➡ London

Day trip on the Jacobite steam train between Fort William and Mallaig

MALLAIG

GLENCOE 1

FORT WILLIAM

GLASGOW

EDINBURGH

Stonehenge

Irish Sea

2 YORK

North Sea

CHESTER 2 Your journey begins and ends in London

BRISTOL 1 1 BATH 4 LONDON STONEHENGE KEY

Nights stay

Day trip to Stonehenge from London

English Channel

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London

The Jacobite Steam Train

14 DAYS FROM £2,849 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail travel in standard class throughout • 13 nights hotel stay with breakfast • London Pass • Stonehenge Day tour from London • York Pass with hop-on, hop-off tour • Skip the Line: Edinburgh Castle Admission • Roundtrip journey on the Jacobite Steam Train

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

London - Megaro York - The Grand York Edinburgh - Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Fort William - The Glencoe Inn Chester - The Queen at Chester/Best Western Premier Collection Bristol - Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Centre Bath - Doubletree by Hilton Bath Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Why Not... Include a fully guided tour from London to Warwick Castle, Stratford upon Avon and Oxford.. Speak to one of our Rail Experts for more details.

York

DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN LONDON

DAY 6 - YORK TO EDINBURGH

Arrive in London today and check into your hotel. Settle in and head out to explore!

Catch the train from England to Scotland today, riding the rails from York to Edinburgh. Check in at your hotel for a two-night stay and start exploring the city.

DAY 2 - LONDON Explore London to the fullest today with your included London Pass. Discover the parts of London that interest you - from Shakespeare’s Globe to Westminster Abbey, the Churchill War Rooms or the Tower of London.

DAY 3 - DAYTRIP TO STONEHENGE Today you’ll have the chance to see one of the world’s most breathtaking landmarks Stonehenge! Travel from London in comfort and observe the prehistoric monument in all its glory, discovering the monument’s Neolithic heritage with an expert guide.

DAY 4 - LONDON TO YORK Head north today to the pretty cathedral city of York. Quite the contrast to London, York boasts quaint cobbled streets and a laid back, romantic atmosphere. Spend the rest of the day exploring and enjoy some traditional Yorkshire cuisine come the evening.

DAY 5 - YORK Create your own sightseeing tour with a York Pass! Gaze out on spectacular views over the city from Clifford’s Tower, indulge your cultural side at the York Art Gallery and visit York Minster.

DAY 7 - EDINBURGH Explore a fascinating slice of Scottish history today, with a skip the line entrance ticket included with your holiday. Explore the historic attractions at leisure, visiting St Margaret’s Chapel, the Crown Jewels, Royal Palace and fascinating National War Museum.

DAY 8 - DAYTRIP ON THE JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN Get an early start and travel north through the exceptional vistas of the Scottish Highlands to Fort William, where you’ll board none other than the Jacobite Steam Train, one of the world’s most scenic railway journeys. Pass Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, skirt the shores of deep lochs and winding rivers and catch glimpses of Loch Nevis on the way to Mallaig, a quaint but busy fishing port. Enjoy free time to explore before catching the train back to Fort William and transferring to Glencoe for an overnight stay.

DAY 9 - FORT WILLIAM TO CHESTER Check out of your hotel and transfer back to Fort William station, where you will catch a train bound for Chester. Founded as a Roman fortress as

far back as the 1st century BC, Chester boasts myriad history to discover.

DAY 10 - CHESTER Today you’ll enjoy a private walking tour of the great Roman city of Chester. Your guide will give you a fantastic insight into its multi-layered history stretching from its Roman origins to the present day.

DAY 11 - CHESTER TO BRISTOL Catch the train from Chester to Bristol after breakfast today, checking in at your Bristol hotel for an overnight stay. Discover the museum on board the SS Great Britain and enjoy the views from the top of the Cabot Tower.

DAY 12 - BRISTOL TO BATH From Bristol, take the train to Bath, just a short 15-minute ride away! Don’t miss a visit to the famous Roman Baths - the city is built on natural hot springs then perhaps take a cruise down the scenic River Avon.

DAY 13 - BATH TO LONDON Head back to the English capital city by train today and check in at your hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 14 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LONDON Check out of your London hotel after breakfast and continue with your travels

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS The following booking conditions and any other written information we brought to your attention before we confirmed your booking, form the basis of your contract with Railbookers UK Trading Ltd, trading as Railbookers of 1 -2 Bolt Court Fleet Street London EC4A 3DQ (“we” or “us”). Please read them carefully as they set out our respective rights and obligations. By asking us to confirm your booking, we are entitled to assume that you have read these booking conditions and agree to them. References to “you” and “your” means all persons named on the booking (including anyone who is added or substituted at a later date), or any of them as applicable. References to “holiday”, “booking” or “arrangements” means the holiday arrangements which we agree to make, provide or perform (as applicable) as part of our contract with you, unless otherwise stated.

3. YOUR CONTRACT

8. CHANGES MADE BY US

English law (and no other) will apply to your contract and to any dispute, claim or other matter of any description which arises between us (“claim”) except as set out below. We both also agree that any claim must be dealt with under the ABTA Arbitration Schemes (if the Scheme is available for the claim in question - see clause 12) or by the Courts of England and Wales only unless, in the case of Court proceedings, you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland. In this case, proceedings must either be brought in the Courts of your home country or those of England and Wales. If proceedings are brought in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may choose to have your contract and any claim governed by the law of Scotland or Northern Ireland as applicable (but if you do not so choose, English law will apply).

It is very unlikely that we will have to make any changes but occasionally it may be necessary to change your hotel to one of a similar category or change the time of your train ticket due to circumstances beyond our control. We will let you know as soon as possible about this type of change but we are unable to pay compensation. If we have to make what we consider to be a major change to your booking such as an alteration to the departure time by more than 12 hours or a change of accommodation to a lower category we will inform you immediately and offer you the choice of a full refund or an alternative package. If you prefer to go ahead with the changed booking, you will receive compensation of up to £25 per person, except infants

By making a booking, the first named person on the booking (“lead passenger”) agrees on behalf of all persons detailed on the booking that:

4. INSURANCE

1. He/she has read these terms and conditions and has the authority to and does agree to be bound by them; 2. He/she consents to our use of information in accordance with our Privacy Policy 3. He/she is over 18 years of age and where placing an order for services with age restrictions declares that he/she and all members of the party are of the appropriate age to purchase those services; and 4. He/she accepts financial responsibility for payment of the booking on behalf of all persons named on the booking

1. MAKING YOUR BOOKING You may book with us by telephone, e-mail or via one of our authorised travel agents. Once we (or your authorised travel agent) have received all appropriate payments, we will, subject to availability, acknowledge your holiday over the telephone (where you or your travel agent make the booking by telephone) or by emailing or otherwise sending a booking confirmation letter/ invoice to the lead passenger. We reserve the right to return your deposit and decline to issue a confirmation at our absolute discretion. Where you book through one of our authorised travel agents, the booking confirmation letter/invoice and all other communications will be sent to your agent and you should also contact us through the agent. The acknowledgement of your booking is not a confirmation of it and does not create a legally binding contract. A binding contract between you and us only comes into existence once we have issued you with a booking confirmation that will confirm the details of your booking and will be sent to you or your travel agent. All references in these booking conditions to the confirmation of your booking means the booking confirmation letter/invoice. If your confirmed arrangements include a flight, we (or if you booked via an authorised agent of ours, that agent) will also issue you with an ATOL Certificate. Upon receipt, if you believe that any details on the ATOL Certificate or booking confirmation or any other document are wrong you must advise us immediately as changes cannot be made later and it may harm your rights if we are not notified of any inaccuracies in any document within ten days of our sending it out (five days for tickets). We will do our best to rectify any mistake notified to us outside these time limits but you must meet any costs involved in doing so. The only exception to this requirement to meet costs is where the mistake in question was made by us and there is good reason why you did not tell us about it within these time limits.

2. PAYMENT You are required to send us the appropriate deposit per person or full payment if booking within 90 days of departure at the time of booking. In addition to the deposit applicable to the holiday, a further additional deposit is required equal to at least the minimum of the additional cost for any non-refundable booking variations including flight, rail and hotel upgrades. Please note, deposits and all additional deposits are not refundable except where expressly stated in these booking conditions. Full payment is due 90 days prior to travel. If you paid your deposit by credit or debit card, full payment will automatically be applied to your booking using the card you used for your deposit. If you prefer to pay your balance differently, please notify your travel consultant. If a cheque payment is declined by your bank for any reason, an administration charge of £30 will be made. If you return your payment counterfoil before the date that payment is due, this authorises us to take payment early. If we do not receive all payments in full and on time, we are entitled to assume that you wish to cancel your booking. In this case, we will be entitled to keep all deposits paid or due at that date. If we do not cancel straight away because you have promised to make payment, you must pay the cancellation charges shown in clause 7 depending on the date we reasonably treat your booking as cancelled. Except for flight inclusive bookings, all monies you pay to one of our authorised travel agents for your holiday with us will be held by the agent on your behalf until a contract between us comes into existence. After that point, your agent will hold the monies on our behalf until they are paid to us. For flight inclusive bookings, all monies paid to any authorised travel agent of ours for your holiday with us will be held on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust subject to the travel agent’s obligation to pay such monies to us in accordance with our trading terms unless we fail. In the unlikely event of our financial failure, all monies then held by the travel agent or subsequently paid by you to the travel agent will be held by the agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation on the agent to pay such monies to us.

It is a condition of your contract with us that you have adequate travel insurance cover, including healthcare cover for travel from 1 January 2021 onwards. Such insurance should ensure that you are properly covered against unexpected cancellation charges, unexpected costs that might be incurred while you are away, loss of money, or belongings, or personal liability claims.

5. HOLIDAY PRICES Advertised prices are subject to availability and change, and are based on two people sharing a standard twin or double room. Single occupancy supplements will apply for solo travellers. Hotel and room facilities vary and may be subject to additional fees. Some will require payment of local city taxes on arrival. Please contact us for details. Please note changes and errors occasionally occur. We reserve the right to increase/decrease and correct errors in advertised prices at any time before your holiday is confirmed. Before you make a booking, we will give you the basic price for your chosen holiday. You should check all details before you make your booking. Upgrades or any other variations which you have requested are on a request basis with our suppliers and subject to availability, and prices for these will only be confirmed once the prices and availability has been confirmed by our suppliers. For all holidays, once you have accepted the basic price and a booking has been confirmed, that price is fully guaranteed and will not be subject to any surcharges.

6. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING If after your holiday has been confirmed you wish to alter your booking, we will try to make the necessary arrangements provided we receive written confirmation of the change from the person who signed the booking form, or your travel agent, before the date on which the final balance of the cost of your holiday is due. Whilst we will do our best to assist, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to meet your requested change. There is no refund permitted on rail tickets once they have been issued. Transfer of Booking: If you or any member of your party is prevented from travelling, that person(s) may transfer their place to someone else (introduced by you and satisfying all the conditions applicable to the arrangements) providing we are notified not less than 28 days before departure and you pay an amendment fee of £25 per person transferring, meet all costs and charges incurred by us and/or incurred or imposed by any of our suppliers and the transferee agrees to these booking conditions and all other terms of the contract between us. If you are unable to find a replacement, cancellation charges as set out will apply in order to cover our estimated costs. Otherwise, no refunds will be given for passengers not travelling or for unused services. Note: Certain arrangements may not be amended after they have been confirmed and any alteration could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements.

7. BOOKING CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS: To make a change or cancel your vacation, contact your travel agent or call Railbookers directly. Coronavirus COVID-19 The safety and security of our guests and employees is our top priority. Given the current UK and foreign government national emergencies and circumstances beyond our control, we have revised our terms and conditions. Customers booking travel during this period until 31 March 2021, will receive maximum flexibility to travel to any destination, on any date, or length of trip. Reschedule or cancel your trip up to 5 days prior to departure without any change or cancellation fees. Revised Policies Cancellations, Changes and Refunds for all Packages Customers have maximum flexibility to cancel or change their trip up until 5 business days prior to departure. Customers can postpone their trip and rebook up to 24 months in advance. If the future date of travel is unknown at the time of the change or cancellation, customers will receive a refund in the form of a Refund Credit Note. The Refund Credit Note will be banked, financially protected, and can be used for travel with any of our family of brands within 24 months of the date of issue. Currently, you must book your travel by 31 March 2021, which may be subject to change by the Government authorities. If you choose not to use your Refund Credit Note, or you only use part of your Refund Credit Note, you will be refunded for any unused portion on or before the expiry date. For customers choosing not to travel the option of rebooking the holiday up to 24 months in advance will be given and funds transferred to a new holiday will be based on supplier ticketing conditions. Depending on the reason for your cancellation, you may be able to reclaim these cancellation charges (less any applicable excess) under the terms of your own travel insurance policy. Claims must be made directly to the insurance company concerned.

9. EVENTS BEYOND OUR CONTROL - FORCE MAJEURE Except where otherwise expressly stated in these booking conditions we will not be liable or pay you compensation if our contractual obligations to you are affected by any event which we or the supplier(s) of the service(s) in question could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. These events can include but are not limited to war, threat of war, civil strife, terrorist activity and its consequences or the threat of such activity, riot, the act of any government or other national or local authority including port or river authorities, industrial dispute, lock closure, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, chemical or biological disaster and adverse weather, sea, ice and river conditions and all similar events outside our or the supplier(s) concerned’s control. Advice from the Foreign Office to avoid or leave a particular country may constitute Force Majeure. We will follow the advice given by the Foreign Office.

10. OUR LIABILITY TO YOU (1) We will accept responsibility for the arrangements we agree to provide or arrange for you as an “organiser” under the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 as set out below. Subject to these booking conditions, if we or our suppliers negligently perform or arrange the services which we are obliged to provide for you under our contract with you, as set out on your confirmation invoice, we will pay you reasonable compensation. The level of such compensation will be calculated taking into consideration all relevant factors such as but not limited to, following the complaints procedure as described in these conditions and the extent to which ours or our employees’ or suppliers’ negligence affected the overall enjoyment of your holiday. Please note that it is your responsibility to show that we or our supplier(s) have been negligent if you wish to make a claim against us. (2) We will not be responsible for any injury, illness, death, loss (including loss of possessions and loss of enjoyment), damage, expense, cost or other sum or claim of any description whatsoever which results from any of the following: a) the act(s) and/or omission(s) of the person(s) affected or any member(s) of their party b) the act(s) and/or omission(s) of a third party not connected with the provision of your holiday and which were unforeseeable or unavoidable or c) “force majeure” as defined in clause 9 above. (3) Please note we cannot accept responsibility for any services which do not form part of our contract. This includes, for example, any additional services or facilities which your hotel or any other supplier agrees to provide for you where the services or facilities are not advertised in our brochure or on our website and we have not agreed to arrange them as part of our contract and any excursion you purchase during your holiday. Please also see clause 15 “Excursions, Activities and Brochure/Website Information”. (4) We limit the amount of compensation we may have to pay you if we are found liable under this clause as follows: (a) Loss of and/or damage to any luggage or personal possessions and money, The maximum amount we will have to pay you in respect of these claims is an amount equivalent to the excess on your insurance policy which applies to this type of loss per person in total because you are assumed to have adequate insurance in place to cover any losses of this kind. (b) Claims not falling under (a) above and which don’t involve injury, illness or death The maximum amount we will have to pay you in respect of these claims is twice the price paid by or on behalf of the person(s) affected in total. This maximum amount will only be payable where everything has gone wrong and you or your party has not received any benefit at all from your booking. (c) Claims in respect of international travel by air, sea and rail, or any stay in a hotel i) The extent of our liability will in all cases be limited as if we were carriers under the appropriate Conventions, which include The Warsaw/Montreal Convention (international travel by air); The Athens Convention (with respect to sea travel); The Berne/Cotif Convention (with respect to rail travel) and The Paris Convention (with respect to hotel arrangements). You can ask for copies of these Conventions from our offices. In addition, you agree that the operating carrier or transport company’s own ‘Conditions of Carriage’ will apply to you on that journey. When arranging transportation for you, we rely on the terms and conditions contained within these international conventions and those ‘Conditions of Carriage’. You acknowledge that all of the terms and conditions contained in those ‘Conditions of Carriage’ form part of your contract with us, as well as with the transport company and that those ‘Conditions of Carriage’ shall be deemed to be included by reference into this contract.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS ii) In any circumstances in which a carrier is liable to you by virtue of the Denied Boarding Regulation 2004, any liability we may have to you under our contract with you, arising out of the same facts, is limited to the remedies provided under the Regulation as if (for this purpose only) we were a carrier. iii) When making any payment, we are entitled to deduct any money which you have received or are entitled to receive from the transport provider or hotelier for the complaint or claim in question.

material alterations to destination/area information and/or such outside activities or excursions which can be reasonably expected to affect your decision to book a holiday with us, we will pass on this information at the time of booking. Activities referenced in the itinerary during free time are for suggested purposes only and are not included. During the off-season, some included activities may not be available. In this case, a similar activity will be substituted.

16. FLIGHTS

Many of the services which make up your holiday are provided by independent suppliers. Those suppliers provide these services in accordance with their own terms and conditions. Some of these terms and conditions may limit or exclude the supplier’s liability to you, usually in accordance with applicable international conventions or EU regulations (see clause 10(4) (c)). Copies of the relevant parts of these terms and conditions are available on request from us or the supplier concerned.

In accordance with EU Directive (EC) No 2111/2005, we are required to bring your attention the existence of a “Community List” which contains details of air carriers that are subject to an operating ban within the EU Community. The Community List is available for inspection at http://ec.europa.eu/transport/air-ban/ list_en.htm. We are also required to advise you of the carrier(s) or, if the carrier(s) is not known, the likely carrier(s) that will operate your flight(s) at the time of booking. Where we are only able to inform you of the likely carrier(s) at the time of booking, we will inform you of the identity of the actual carrier(s) as soon as we become aware of this. Any change to the operating carrier(s) after your booking has been confirmed will be notified to you as soon as possible. We are not always in a position at the time of booking to confirm flight timings which will be used in connection with your flight. Where flight timings are given at the time of booking or detailed on your confirmation letter/invoice these are for guidance only and are subject to alteration and confirmation. The latest timings will be shown on your tickets which will be dispatched to you approximately two weeks before departure. You must accordingly check your tickets very carefully immediately on receipt to ensure you have the correct flight times. It is possible that flight times may be changed even after tickets have been dispatched. We will contact you as soon as possible if this occurs. Any change in the identity of the carrier(s), flight timings, and/or aircraft type (if given) will not entitle you to cancel or change to other arrangements without paying our normal charges except where specified in these conditions. Regardless of any information given in good faith, operational changes may be made by an airline at any point and we cannot be responsible for these. If the carrier(s) with whom you have a confirmed reservation becomes subject to an operating ban as above as a result of which we/the carrier(s) are unable to offer you a suitable alternative the provisions of clause 8 (Changes and Cancellations by Us) will apply. Prices quoted in our brochures and on our website are based on special airfares offered to us by the airlines. These represent a reduction on the normal IATA fares which entitle passengers to privileges and flexibility that our clients do not normally require as part of the holiday. Tickets at our special fare are valid only on the airline and dates shown and do not automatically entitle passengers to switch to another carrier in case of a flight cancellation, delay or technical problems with the aircraft or the reservation. Many airlines charge additional fees for various services such as checked baggage, meals and drinks, seat assignments, and other amenities. Please note that such additional fees are not included in the fares quoted and included in your total price unless advised otherwise. You must make sure you have valid, acceptable passports which from 1 January 2021 need to have at least 6 months validity remaining and be less than 10 years old (even if they have 6 months or more left). Additionally, you must have any required visas or other documentation for both the final destination and any applicable calling points en-route. To find out whether you need a visa please contact The Foreign and Commonwealth Travel Advice Unit. Visit: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.

14. SPECIAL REQUESTS

17. DENIED BOARDING REGULATIONS

Any special requests must be advised to us at the time of booking e.g. diet, room location, a particular facility at a hotel etc. You should then confirm your requests in writing. Whilst every effort will be made by us to try and arrange your reasonable special requests, we cannot guarantee that they will be fulfilled. The fact that a special request has been noted on your confirmation invoice or any other documentation or that it has been passed on to the supplier is not confirmation that the request will be met. Failure to meet any special request will not be a breach of contract on our part unless the request has been specifically confirmed in writing. We do not accept bookings that are conditional upon any special request being met.

If you or any member of your party misses your flight or other transport arrangement, it is cancelled or you are subject to a delay of over 3 hours for any reason, you must contact us and the airline or other transport supplier concerned immediately. If your flight is cancelled or delayed, your flight ticket is downgraded or boarding is denied by your airline, depending on the circumstances, the airline may be required to pay you compensation, refund the cost of your flight and/or provide you with accommodation and/ or refreshments under EC Regulation No 261/2004 - the Denied Boarding Regulations 2004. Where applicable, you must pursue the airline for the compensation or other payment due to you. All sums you receive or are entitled to receive from the airline concerned by virtue of these Regulations represent the full amount of your entitlement to compensation or any other payment arising from such cancellation, delay, downgrading or denied boarding. This includes any disappointment, distress, inconvenience or effect on any other arrangements. The fact a delay may entitle you to cancel your flight does not automatically entitle you to cancel any other arrangements even where those arrangements have been made in conjunction with your flight. We have no liability to make any payment to you in relation to the Denied Boarding Regulations as your entitlement to any compensation or other payment (as dealt with above) is covered by the airline’s obligations under the Denied Boarding Regulations. If for any reason, we make any payment to you or a third party which the airline is responsible for in accordance with the Denied Boarding Regulations, you must, when requested, assign to us the rights you have or had to claim the payment in question from the airline. If the airline does not comply with these rules you should complain to the Civil Aviation Authority at www.caa.co.uk/passengers. Please note, your rights under clause 8 (“Changes and Cancellations by Us”) and clause 10 (“Our Liability to You”) of these booking conditions are not affected by the above Denied Boarding Regulations except that we are entitled to argue that the amount you receive or are entitled to receive from the airline is sufficient to meet any compensation obligation we may have to you as your tour operator as a result of any such cancellation, delay, downgrading or denied boarding.

(5) Please note, we cannot accept any liability for any damage, loss, expense or other sum(s) of any nature or description (a) which on the basis of the information given to us by you concerning your booking prior to our accepting it, we could not have foreseen you would suffer or incur if we breached our contract with you or (b) which did not result from any breach of contract or other fault by ourselves or our employees or, where we are responsible for them, our suppliers. Additionally, we cannot accept liability for any business losses or expenses including, without limitation, selfemployed loss of earnings

11. COMPLAINTS AND PROBLEMS In the unlikely event that you have any reason to complain or experience any problems with your holiday whilst away, you must immediately inform us by contacting us by telephone on our 24-hour emergency helpline. Until we know about a problem or complaint, we cannot begin to resolve it. Most problems can be dealt with quickly. If you remain dissatisfied, however, you must write to us within 28 days of your return to the UK giving your booking reference and full details of your complaint. Only the lead passenger should write to us. If you fail to follow this simple complaints procedure, your right to claim the compensation you may otherwise have been entitled to may be affected or even lost as a result. Please note that we offer an Alternative Dispute Resolution service through our ABTA membership. Please see clause 12 for further details.

12. ARBITRATION We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y6401. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you ABTA’s scheme for the resolution of disputes which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. If we can’t resolve your complaint, go to www. abta.com to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com. You can also access the European Commission Online Dispute (ODR) Resolution platform at http://ec.europa.eu/ consumers/odr/. This ODR platform is a means of registering your complaint with us; it will not determine how your complaint should be resolved.

13. CONDITIONS OF SUPPLIERS

15. EXCURSIONS, ACTIVITIES AND BROCHURE/ WEBSITE INFORMATION The information contained in our brochure and on our website is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of the brochure going to print or at the time of publication on our website. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the brochure and prices at the time of printing or publication, regrettably, errors do occasionally occur. You must therefore ensure you check all details of your chosen holiday (including the price) with us at the time of booking. We may provide you with information (in our brochure, on our website and/or when you are on holiday) about activities and excursions which are available in the area you are visiting but cannot be pre-booked with us. We have no involvement in any such activities or excursions which are not run, supervised, controlled, inspected or endorsed in any way by us. They are provided by local operators or other third parties who are entirely independent of us. They do not form any part of your contract with us. We cannot accept any liability on any basis in relation to such activities or excursions and the acceptance of liability contained in clause 10(1) of our booking conditions will not apply to them. We do not however exclude liability for the negligence of ourselves or our employees resulting in your death or personal injury. We cannot guarantee accuracy at all times of information given in relation to such activities or excursions or about the area(s) you are visiting generally (except where this concerns the services which will form part of your contract) or that any particular excursion or activity which does not form part of our contract will take place as these services are not under our control. If you feel that any of the activities or excursions mentioned in our brochure or on our website which are not part of our contract are vital to the enjoyment of your holiday, write to us immediately and we will tell you the latest known situation. If we become aware of any

18. RAIL RESERVATIONS Although we do our best to follow the routes noted on the itinerary there might be occasions when a different routing and/ or departure time is necessary due to timetable variations or seat availability. Prices quoted are based on special fares negotiated with our rail partners. Should you wish to travel on any Eurostar or other rail service, other than those included as part of your holiday,

a rail variation charge of £25 per person per service plus any additional cost will apply. Any change involving sleeper services will be quoted on an individual basis.

19. YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 require us to provide security for the monies that you pay for the package holidays booked from this brochure or our website and for your repatriation in the event of our insolvency. We provide this security by way of an ATOL (ATOL number 7579) administered by the Civil Aviation Authority for packages which include a flight and a bond held by ABTA (ABTA number Y6401) for packages that do not include a flight (www.abta.com). When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us, you will receive an ATOL Certificate*. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit, you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent or your credit card issuer where applicable. You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. *The flights and flight-inclusive holidays we arrange are ATOL protected providing they are made available in the UK. For further information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. If your holiday does not include flights, ABTA will financially protect your holiday by ensuring you receive a refund or, if your arrangements include return travel to the UK (other than flights), you are returned to the UK in the event that your holiday cannot be provided as a result of our insolvency. Please go to www.abta.com for a copy of the guide to ABTA’s scheme of financial protection. If you book arrangements other than an ATOL protected flight or package holiday from us, your monies will not be financially protected. Please ask us for further details.

20. DATA PROTECTION Railbookers UK Trading Ltd is a data controller for the purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998. Please be assured that we have measures in place to protect the personal information you give us. This information will be passed on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements. It may also be provided, either by us or by the suppliers of your travel arrangements, to third parties and public authorities such as banks and credit card companies, customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by law. Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking companies or insurance providers. The above applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities, medical conditions, or dietary/religious requirements but we will obviously only pass these on where necessary to do so to provide the service you have requested. If we cannot pass on this information as set out above, we may be unable to provide your booking or other services you have requested (for example, travel insurance). In making your booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons who may be outside the EU/ European Economic Area. If you travel outside the EU/European Economic Area, controls on data protection may not be as strong as the legal requirements in the UK. We would like to use your details for marketing purposes (e.g. sending you our brochures) and to pass them on to other companies within our group who may also contact you for marketing purposes. If you do not wish to receive any further information from us or other companies in our group please let us know this at the time you give us your details or, if you do not do so then, at any time subsequently. You are generally entitled to ask us (by letter or e-mail) what details of yours are being held or processed, for what purpose and to whom they may be or have been disclosed. We will charge a fee to respond to such a request. We promise to respond to your request within 40 days of receiving your written request and fee. In certain limited circumstances, we may be entitled to refuse your request. To improve our service, calls may be recorded for training and quality purposes.

21. NAMES All names, titles and initials of those travelling must be correctly given at the time of booking. Name changes cannot be made at a later date without extra charges being incurred. If you are purchasing or arranging a holiday on behalf of someone else you must ensure you have each passenger name as per their passport. If you provide us with incorrect passenger names, name changes will not be permitted and you will have to purchase a new ticket subject to availability. 7579

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