The Western Highlands Rail And Sail

Day 1 Early morning departure for the journey north to Drymen and the hotel for a five night stay.

Days 2 to 5 We have included the following excursions:

• Today you will head to Stirlingshire and to the steam driven Falkirk Wheel. You will enjoy a unique ride on the world’s first and only rotating boat lift. The magnificent structure stands 115ft tall and requires only the power of eight domestic kettles to sail boats through the air and transfer them between the two canals. In the afternoon you will board the Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway for a return steam train ride. Whilst travelling through scenic countryside you can relax in style and enjoy a delightful afternoon tea.

• Travel through the beautiful Trossachs and over the spectacular ‘Dukes Pass’ with spectacular views to Loch Katrine where you will enjoy a 2 hour cruise along the full length of the loch aboard the steamship SS Sir Walter Scott. Afterwards you will travel to Callander, a bustling tourist town situated on the River Teith, near Stirling, and is often described as the gateway to the Highlands. Enjoy some free time before returning to the hotel.

• An excursion that takes you to Balloch where you can visit the Loch Lomond Shores, Scotland’s premier visitor attraction, a stunning setting on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond with some free time to enjoy.
  You will then board a Sweeneys Cruise’s vessel for a leisurely 1 hour circular cruise exploring the middle island of Loch Lomond sailing on through an area known to locals as ‘The Narrows’ and finally to the village of Luss before you disembark and join the coach to return you to the hotel.

• A scenic drive today, starting with a short stop at the Rest & be Thankful viewpoint before continuing on through Inveraray to arrive in Oban, nestled on the west coast. Time to explore this seaside town and purchase lunch before returning to Drymen through the stunning countryside via Tyndrum, Crianlarich and Glenogle.

Day 6 After breakfast, depart the hotel and commence the homeward journey.