b"Hillswick 1 Lerwick TOUR HIGHLIGHTS SCOTLANDOrkney 1 1Scrabster Enjoy two overnight journeys on1 board the Caledonian Sleeper SCOTLAND Inverness Train. Aberdeen Visit the ancient Norse settlement of Jarlshof and learn about the 1+1 FROM/TO LONDON Shetlands' unique history.Nights in hotel Nights on boat/train Standard Class Rail Coach Boat Explore four fascinating neolithicsites of the Orkney Isles with a YOUR ITINERARY local guide.Discover Dunrobin Castle and its Days 1-2 - London, the Caledonian Sleeper Train and Aberdeen magnificent gardens.We meet at London Euston and board the Caledonian Sleeper Train for Meet Shetland ponies in their an overnight journey to Scotland. On Day 2, we wake to the heather- natural habitat.clad scenery of Scotland. After breakfast, we disembark in Aberdeen,Indulge in a delicious fish and chip where you're free to explore. You could visit the harbour, home tolunch overlooking the sea in Brae.historic fishermen's cottages. The 15th-century St Machar's Cathedral and genteel district of Old Aberdeen are also worth a visit. We boardWHAT'S INCLUDED a ferry this evening for the overnight crossing to Shetland - Britain's northernmost outpost. Closer to Bergen, Norway, than Edinburgh, theUK Tour Manager throughoutlandscapes here blend with a unique Norse influence. Standard Class rail travelDay 3 - Lerwick and HillswickWe arrive into Lerwick, the capital of the Shetlands Isles, where we meet2 nights' hotel accommodation, our guide for the day. Our first visit is to Scalloway, the ancient capital2 nights on the overnight sleeper of the Shetlands. Here, we discover the brooding ruins of Scallowaytrain, and 2 nights on the Castle, which date back to 1599. Next, we head to the coast for a uniqueovernight ferryencounter with Shetland's world-famous ponies, learning about their11 meals including 6 breakfasts, 1 history and enjoying a meet and greet against a spectacular coastal backdrop. We continue by coach to the picturesque village of Brae for alunch and 4 dinners fish and chip lunch at an award-winning local restaurant. Afterwards, weAll tour excursionstravel north, taking in incredible views of the volcanic Cliffs of Eshaness before transferring to our hotel for the night.YOUR HOTELS Days 4-5 - The history and wildlife of the Shetlands Days 3-4Today immerses us in one of Scotland's furthest-reaching moments inSt Magnus Bay Hotel, Hillswick3history. We explore the Pre-historic Norse settlement of Jarlshof, seeing some of Europe's oldest signs of life, dating from around 2500BC. WeDays 4-5continue to Sumburgh Head, a protected nature reserve notable for itsStanding Stones Hotel, Stromness 3steep cliffs, lighthouse, and seabird population, and it's possible to spot puffins, guillemots, and razorbills here. Next, we admire the dramatic landscapes surrounding the villages of Gulberwick and Cunningsburgh before travelling to Lerwick, where there's free time. Boarding a ferry to the remote Orkney Islands, we arrive at our hotel late this evening. We meet our guide on Day 5 for a tour through the heart of Neolithic Orkney. We visit four monuments; the Standing Stones of Stennis, the Ring of Bordgar, the chambered tomb of Maeshowe, and Skara Brae - the 'Scottish Pompeii'. We transfer to Stromness for the overnight ferry back to mainland Scotland. Max 25 people Days 6-7 - Dunrobin Castle, Inverness and LondonWe arrive in Scrabster and transfer to Dunrobin Castle. This fairytale2021 TOUR DATESstately home is reminiscent of a French chteau, with a white stone exterior, striking turrets, and grounds inspired by the gardens ofApr251,295 Jun20SOLD OUTVersailles. We have time to explore before continuing to Dornoch, aMay231,395 Sep121,445former royal burgh occupying a tranquil position on the coast. You301,395 261,395have some free time. You could visit the impressive cathedral, founded in 1224, or take a stroll along the golden beach. Later, we transfer to Inverness for our journey on the Caledonian Sleeper Train. Our holidayTour Code: SOS| per person based on ends on Day 7 with our arrival at London Euston. 2 sharing. Deposit from 220 per person. Supplement for solo travellers from 585.Call us on 01904 527199 or visitfor more information.GreatRail.com for more details 121Visit your local Travel Agent"