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Scotch Malt Whisky Tour, Royal Scotsman, a Belmond Train

Belmond Trains · Royal Scotsman · 5 days

Scotch Malt Whisky Tour, Royal Scotsman, a Belmond Train

Embark on a special classic journey through Scotland with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, the world’s foremost malt whisky club and specialists in single-cask, single-malt whiskies. Outdoor adventure and spirits lover, you are among friends. Estimated departure: 13:45 – arrival: 09:40 Our train is subject to national railway constraints and timings are purely indicative. Please check your final itinerary for confirmed timings. This journey is recommended for guests aged 18 and over.

The journey, in facts

OperatorBelmond Trains
VesselRoyal Scotsman
Length5 days
RegionBRITAIN
CountriesUnited Kingdom
DeparturesValid for Departures Now Through: 15 Oct 2027

Day by day

The route as the supplier files it. Ports and stops without a coordinate are still listed — they are calls, not gaps.
DayWhere
Day 1Edinburgh
Day 2Tain
Day 3Carrbridge
Day 1Edinburgh

Every departure

This journey runs on request rather than to a fixed calendar — Valid for Departures Now Through: 15 Oct 2027. Dates are built around you.

What the fare includes

  • LUXURY ACCOMMODATION Four nights aboard the Royal Scotsman luxury train with 24-hour steward service.
  • FINE DINING All meals aboard the train: full Scottish breakfast, two-course lunch, three-course dinner including cheeseboard, coffee, tea and petit fours. All beverages including alcoholic drinks.
  • HISTORICAL TOURS A tour of the Benromach distillery, Rothiemurchus Estate, and a single-cask whisky tasting. A one-year membership to the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and a visit to headquarters.
  • ENTERTAINMENT Traditional ceilidhs on board, evening entertainment in the Observation Car and dining experiences.

Current offers

  • Waived Solo Supplement on The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express — through 2026-12-27 · Guests travelling on their own are invited to experience the timeless elegance of a Historic Twin in July and August 2026 - now with no single supplement fee. Details Call our reservations team and quote 'VSTWSOLE' to book this offer. Terms & Conditions: Valid for all one-night journeys in July and August 2026. Book by 30 June. Cabin availability for this offer is limited per departure.
  • Extend your adventure in London with the Britannic Explorer and The Cadogan — through 2026-12-31 · Combine your Britannic Explorer train journey with a complimentary stay at Belmond's celebrated London hotel. Enjoy a complimentary private transfer between the hotel and station for departure, or vice versa. Additionally, savour a complimentary dinner with wine for two during your stay at The Cadogan. Valid for all new Britannic Explorer bookings in 2026.
  • Combine Belmond's The Cadogan & The Britannic Explorer — through 2026-12-31 · Includes: One journey on the Britannic Explorer One night at The Cadogan hotel Transfer between the hotel and the station for departure or vice versa Dinner with wine for two at The Cadogan How to book: Call the Britannic Explorer reservations team and quote 'BEXCAD' Terms and conditions:Valid for all Britannic Explorer journeys Combine your Britannic Explorer train journey with a stay at Belmond's celebrated London hotel and enjoy a complimentary private transfer between the hotel and station for departure, or vice versa. Additionally, savour a complimentary dinner with wine for two during…

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