Caledonian Canal Cruise & Scenic Trains of Scotland

Based in Kingussie, a delightful village tucked away in the sprawling Cairngorms National Park, this area of natural beauty features soaring peaks, woodland trails and sparkling lochs. Our unforgettable sightseeing takes in a trip on the enchanting Strathspey Steam Railway to popular Aviemore. We also ride the legendary West Highland Line to the scenic port of Mallaig, which overlooks the Isle of Skye. A treat to cherish will be our cruise on the Caledonian Canal – a wonderful way to experience Scotland’s mountains, lochs and glens.

Caledonian Canal Cruise
An unforgettable day is in store as we board our boat and set sail along the famous Caledonian Canal, gliding through the Great Glen. Regarded as one of the most wonderful waterways in the world, sit back and relax as you drift past majestic mountains and glassy lochs.

Strathspey Steam Railway & Aviemore
We take a nostalgic trip on the Strathspey Steam Railway, rumbling through ten miles of unspoilt Highland scenery to Aviemore where we have free time to explore.

West Highland Line & Mallaig
The forty mile trip on the West Highland Line crosses the spectacular multi-arched Glenfinnan Viaduct and passes the white sands of Morar as we wind our way to Mallaig. Here we have some free time to perhaps visit the Heritage Centre or the kipper smokery.

This eighteenth century estate and former coaching inn is now a luxury hotel offering refined hospitality in a delightful corner of the Cairngorms National Park. It was once visited by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and it’s Balmoral Restaurant features corniced ceilings and murals depicting Highland history.

Our customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent:

Location:                            88%
Comfort & cleanliness:         91%
Food:                                 81%
Entertainment:                    73%

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For departures from Scotland (Glenton)

Where advertised our door to door service is available to customers living within ten miles of Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dunfermline and Hamilton. On our AIR & CRUISE holidays we offer an extended service with a radius of 35 miles from the listed points, for departures from Scottish ports and airports. Please call 08000 24 24 24 to check if you are eligable for our Door to Door service.

For departures from England (Glenton Palmer)

Our much-loved free Door to Door service is available on all Glenton Palmer Select coach tours of four days or longer and many of our AIR & CRUISE holidays. Available to customers living in the collection area. Please click here to view maps of the pick up areas. Please call 01924 895 849 to check if you are eligable for our Door to Door service.

Important information:

A home collection may still be available from outside these areas but a supplement will apply.

Where advertised this free service it may be necessary to share your vehicle with other passengers on your tour. The pick-up will be at the address of the lead name on your booking. Additional pick-ups may be requested at a supplement of £20 per person. You will be driven from your home to a coach pick-up point and, on occasion, you may have to transfer to another vehicle before boarding the coach. Unfortunately, for operational and administrative reasons, Door to Door service may not be available for bookings made within 21 days of departure.