The Complete Four Seasons Collection 2023-24

S cottish T rilogy - T ayside & S tirling E xplorer

NEW TOUR

Enjoy this exciting new tour discovering Scotland’s history & heritage. Visit Dundee and the RRS Discovery, Captain Scotts famous Antarctic research ship for a fascinating insight into the age of heroic exploration. Delve into Stirling’s beautiful old town with a visit to the famous castle with stunning views out to the Highlands, followed by a visit to the iconic Wallace monument overlooking the site where William Wallace led his troops to victory. Visit a newer addition to Perth with a tour & tasting at the award-winning, family run, Perth Distillery.

5 DAYS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS ★ Enjoy a visit to Dundee & The RRS Discovery ★ Experience Stirling old town including a delicious afternoon tea. ★ Delight in a visit to Stirling Castle ★ Marvel at the Wallace Monument ★ Indulge in a tour & tasting at the Perth Distillery Also included in your Tour Fare: ★ Dinner every evening ★ Afternoon Tea in Stirling ★ Tapas style lunch at the Perth Gin Distillery ★ Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class) ★ Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager ★ Hotel Porterage DAY 1 Arrive in Perth we will be met with pre-arranged taxis and taken to our hotel for four nights, the Royal George Hotel. Tonight, we enjoy our first evening meal together. (D) DAY 2 This morning after enjoying breakfast we have some free time to explore Perth before meeting at the station to board our Scotrail train for the short 20-min journey to our second Scottish city, Dundee. We make a visit to Discovery Point, home to The RRS Discovery, follow in the steps of captain Scott and his heroic team, learn everything about the fascinating story of the famous Antarctic Expedition. There is a café onsite for lunch and afterwards why not visit the V&A

DEPARTS Tuesday 12 March 2024

FARES

FARE REGION

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tower and exhibition halls, we make our way up through the wooded slopes of the Abbey Craig passing the beautiful wood carvings, arriving at the tower enjoy the exhibition halls telling the story of Scotland’s national hero, climb the 246 steps up to the crown for magnificent views of the city, rejoining our private coach we retrace our steps to Perth arriving in time for our evening meal together.(B,L,D) DAY 4 This morning we have a leisurely breakfast and time at leisure to explore Perth, why not visit the Museum & Art gallery or the Fergusson Gallery which is located in an old watertower and showcases the work of Scottish colourist John Fergusson. For something different why not walk the River Tay public art trail, follow the natural & historic journey of the city through thought-provoking Sculptures along this beautiful trail. Reconvening back at the hotel we visit the Perth distillery located just next door. The family run award winning distillery will take you on their personal journey with stories of old Perth and how the distillery has breathed new life into this unique setting. Included is a tour and tasting along with a delicious tapas style lunch. Afterwards relax in the beautiful hotel surroundings or take a walk along the river before we meet later for our final evening meal together (B,L,D)

Scotland

Join & Leave at Hotels

£10 tour discount for holders of National Rail cards Single Room Supplement £80

*Please Note: Some local and regional train services are Standard Class seating only and First-Class ticket holders will travel in standard class accommodation for these sections of their journey. 4 nights’ bed, breakfast & Table d’hôte evening meal 1 Afternoon Tea included. 1 Tapas style lunch included. Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class) Rail & coach travel, with transfers as described All excursions and admissions as detailed Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager Hotel Porterage

one of the grandest castles in Scotland, the scenery is breathtaking, explore the castles rich history and stunning architecture by joining one of the guided tours. After exploring we make your way down the hill to the Stirling Highland hotel for a delicious afternoon tea in the warming, atmospheric surroundings of this landmark hotel. Afterwards we meet our private coach and travel to the National Wallace monument for a visit to the iconic

Gallery or take time at leisure in the city Centre before meeting back at the station. Returning by rail we will arrive into Perth where private taxis will return us to the Royal George for our evening meal together. (B,D) DAY 3 After breakfast today we board our private coach and travel to our third Scottish city, beautiful Stirling. Making our way to the old town we will visit

DAY 5 After our final breakfast together this morning our hotel in Perth bids “Haste ye back,” as we make our way home. Pre-arranged taxis will transfer us to the station for our return trains. (B) HOTEL The Royal George Hotel

The well-appointed Royal George is idyllically located on the banks of the River Tay and has been welcoming guests since 1773. It offers guests one of 45 charmingly decorated en-suite bedrooms which feature all mod cons including complimentary fibre optic broadband.This home-from-home offers guests’ relaxation and the best of service at its core. Enjoy relaxing by the log fire in The Helen MacGregor lounge with unspoilt views of the Perth Bridge and the river Tay!

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Visit: www.railtrail.co.uk – for full tour details and fares, and to book online or call 01538 382323 – to book or to request a detailed tour itinerary