Fort William & Jacobite Railway

Scotland - Fort William & Jacobite Railway

 

Fort William, the 'Outdoor Capital of the UK'  is the largest town in the Western Highlands

 

Alexandra Hotel

Stay in the heart of it all, central location in the main street and Fort William high street on your doorstep.

This deceptively large hotel boasts 93 bedrooms.  Due to the age and nature of this grand old building all bedrooms are individual in size and shape. 

All rooms provide a good 3* standard with en-suite bathrooms, tv's, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and tea/coffee making facilities.

Two fantastic restaurants with a relaxed and comfortable setting serving up delicious food daily from a tasty and filling lunch, quick bite, or relaxing evening meal.

Start the day off with a full Scottish breakfast, from the buffet in a bright restaurant. Then, at the end of the day, sit and enjoy a 3 course tabled'hote set menu in the evening.  Plus a  large and comfortable bar and several individual lounge areas to unwind and chill. 

There is a lift at hotel.

 

Price Includes:

All coach travel/En-suite accommodation/1 night Dinner,Bed & Breakfast on your outward & return journey in the Preston area/ 4 nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast at the Alexandra Hotel/Excursions.

 

Itinerary:

 

Jacobite Railway

Described as one of the greatest rail journeys in the world.  The train takes you past some of the most beautiful and breathtaking scenery in Scotland.

The arched Flenfinnan Viaduct is known the world over for its remarkable engineering and was used for its dramatic setting as the Hogwarts Express carried Harry Potter off to school.

 

Ben Nevis Distillery

Founded in 1825 by John McDonald the Ben Nevis Distillery's unique selling point is the water from the mountain,  where it is used in the whisky making process.  This pure water gives the whisky a unique character and the barley itself is transported all the way from Eastern Scotland.

You can discover the secret of whisky distilling.  Encounter the mythical Giant Hector McDram who will reveal the Legend of the Dew of Ben Nevis in a specially commissioned audio visual presentation.  Then it's time to enjoy a guided tour of the production areas and finshing with a complimentary tasting.

 

 

The Nevis Range Mountain Experience

The mountain gondola system, the only one of its kind in Britain offers a truly unique experience.

Enjoy the scenic ride absorbing the spectacular views and clear mountain air.  The gondolas transport visitors effortlessly from 300ft up to 1,250ft on the north face of Aonach Mor, the eighth highest mountain in Britain. 

The journey takes approximately 15 minutes each way.

 

Cranog Cruise

With a truly fascinating and informative skipper's commentary, you'll experienc some of Scotland's best wildlife including porpoise, common and grey seals and maybe even a golden eagle while enjoying breathtaking scenery of Lochaber.

You'll be in awe of some of the best views of the southern slopes of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain.