05/09/2026
New Arrival | Scottish Highlands & Cities by Rail 🚆🏔️
Exclusive to Great Little Breaks | Eight-day Rail Touring Holiday
See more. Travel slower. Leave the car at home.
Sit back and let the journey become part of the adventure on this carefully planned rail holiday through Scotland. Combining an overnight journey aboard the iconic Caledonian Sleeper with breathtaking Highland scenery, a coastal stay in Oban and two nights in enchanting Edinburgh, this is a wonderfully relaxing way to experience Scotland.
We’ve brought together the rail journeys, overnight Sleeper experience and quality accommodation into one easy-to-book Great Little Break. There’s no driving, no airports and no escorted group to keep up with—just time to watch the scenery unfold and explore each destination independently.
Your Great Little Break includes:
7 nights’ accommodation with breakfast
A private cabin aboard the Caledonian Sleeper
All rail travel detailed within the itinerary
Two-night stays in Fort William, Oban and Edinburgh
Handpicked accommodation throughout the journey
A carefully planned route, travel information and itinerary
Support from our experienced UK-based travel team
24/7 emergency assistance while away
ABTA-bonded financial protection for the booking
Your journey at a glance:
📍 Day 1 – All aboard the Caledonian Sleeper
Travel to London and make your way to Euston Station. Settle into a private cabin aboard the Caledonian Sleeper and begin the overnight journey towards Fort William.
📍 Day 2 – Wake up in the Highlands
Open the curtains to dramatic Highland scenery before arriving in Fort William, the Outdoor Capital of the UK. Check in for a two-night stay and spend the remainder of the day exploring or relaxing.
📍 Day 3 – Fort William and the West Highlands
Enjoy a full day at leisure, with opportunities to discover the Great Glen, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Ben Nevis, Glen Nevis and the impressive Steall Falls.
📍 Day 4 – One of Scotland’s great rail journeys
Travel from Fort William to Oban via Crianlarich on a wonderfully scenic railway journey through mountains, lochs and vast Highland landscapes. Arrive in Scotland’s famous Gateway to the Isles for a two-night stay.
📍 Day 5 – Discover Oban
Explore the town’s bustling harbour, sample the fresh seafood for which Oban is famous or enjoy views across the bay. Ferries also depart for the surrounding islands for those wishing to venture farther.
📍 Day 6 – Oban to Edinburgh
Leave Scotland’s west coast behind and travel by rail to Edinburgh via Glasgow. Arrive in the heart of the capital with time to explore Princes Street, Calton Hill, the Old Town or the Royal Mile.
📍 Day 7 – Edinburgh your way
Enjoy a full day discovering Scotland’s magnificent capital. Explore its historic streets, join a walking tour or visit the National Museum of Scotland and its panoramic rooftop terrace.
📍 Day 8 – Breakfast and rail journey home
Enjoy breakfast before saying goodbye to Scotland and beginning the included rail journey back to your local station.
From just £1,135 per person
Based on two adults sharing. Price, accommodation and rail journeys are subject to availability.
Why we love this:
🌙 Go to sleep in London and wake up in the Highlands – A private cabin aboard the Caledonian Sleeper makes the overnight journey an unforgettable part of the holiday.
🏔️ Spectacular scenery from your seat – Travel through the West Highlands past mountains, lochs and some of Britain’s most dramatic landscapes.
🚆 One journey, everything connected – Rail travel, the overnight Sleeper and accommodation are arranged as one carefully planned itinerary, with confirmed travel documents supplied before departure.
🏙️ Highlands, coast and capital – Combine the mountain scenery of Fort William, Oban’s colourful waterfront and the history and culture of Edinburgh in one effortless adventure.
🚗 Leave the car behind – With no driving or airports to negotiate, your customers can relax and arrive ready to explore each destination at their own pace.
This is an independent rail touring holiday rather than an escorted group tour. Confirmed train times and routes will be provided before departure.
