The Royal Scotsman - Luxury Scotland

When considering a vacation in Scotland, perhaps best way to explore this land of mountains and lochs is to take a grand tour on board The Belmond Royal Scotsman. Combining old-fashioned Edwardian-style furnishings and service with every modern convenience is internationally renowned train has been called “The most luxurious and, indeed, prestigious train in the world.”

The Royal Scotsman train the experience begins with a warm Scottish welcome as guests are piped aboard by a kilted piper and shown to their luxury cabins. Guests can relax in their Staterooms complete with double or twin beds, spacious accommodation containing wardrobe and dressing table as well as an ensuite shower room complete with toilet and luxury toiletries.

The carriages of the Belmond Royal Scotsman are painted maroon and cream in the traditional Pullman coach style. They reflect an air of sophistication and discreet hospitality. The train’s observation car with comfortable sofas and tartan clad armchairs is where most guest will spend their time on board, enjoying the views of Scotland’s dramatic landscapes.

One of the highlights of a trip on the royal Scotland is the crossing of Glenfinnan Viaduct, best known as the dramatic backdrop for Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter movies. As the train sweeps across the many arches of this magnificent Victorian bridge built 100 feet above the glen, guests will be leaning out to photograph the train as it curves around the track ahead.

Perhaps the other highlight is the dining experience. Guests on board the train will be treated to a mouth-watering showcase of Scottish cuisine including regional specialities such as smoked salmon, wild mushrooms, organic asparagus, Aberdeen Angus beef and the freshest of seafood. At Oban harbour on Scotland’s west coast fresh prawns, oysters and langoustines are taken aboard straight off the fishing boats. Breakfast is a delightful choice of fresh fruits, porridge with a dash of whisky or cream, Arbroath Smokies or omelettes made to order

Every day there are meticulously organised, private excursions, transported by the maroon Royal Scotsman-crested coach which meets the train to drive guests to historic castles, sporting estates, distilleries and islands.

Train travel is a dream travel experience and a must for many privileged luxury travellers. What could be more luxurious that enjoying superb food, great service and good company with a view of mountains and glens, grazing sheep and glimpses of red deer as the train meanders through Scotland’s landscape.