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The West Highland Railway

Mon 20 - Fri 24 Apr 2026: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to the West Highland Railway with Johnsons Coaches

Monday 20th April - Friday 24th April 2026

There are many great railway journeys in Europe, yet one of the very greatest, most scenic lines is not that far away. West Highland Railway is actually two different lines, branching at Crianlarich. We sample both on this rail adventure from the popular Winnock Hotel, with scenic coach rides, a wee dram and a loch cruise thrown in for good measure.

Look What's Included:

Door to Door Service
Our own courier service
Club Class Extra Legroom Coach
4 nights half board
Single journey on the Scotrail West Highland Line from Dumbarton to Oban
Tour & Tasting of Oban Distillery
Loch Katrine Cruise
Single journey on Scotrail’s West Highland Line from Crianlarich to Fort William.

Not Included: All lunches.

Monday

We journey north to the pretty conservation village of Drymen, situated in the heart of the Trossachs National Park.

Tuesday

An early start sees us transfer to Dumbarton to pick up Scotrail's West Highland Line's western branch. Not long after we join we are greeted with the watery landscapes around Gareloch and Loch Long. Skirting the top edge of Loch Lomond, at Crianlarich the route heads west through lochs and glens to the sea at Oban. In Oban we have free time and an included tour and wee dram at Oban Distillery, before our coach transports us back to Drymen.

Wednesday

We begin the day with a relaxing 45 minute cruise on Loch Katrine. Hear about the rich history and nature brought alive with live commentary from the knowledgeable captain. Afterwards, we make our way to Callander, a small town surrounded by magnificent scenery.

Thursday

We head for Crianlarich today to join the West Highland Line's northern branch. Very different to our previous journey to Oban, the line climbs high into the western Highlands. Passing Bridge of Orchy, the tracks are built into the heather across Rannoch Moor. There are no roads here, just the railway, and you can see deer scampering and wildlife in abundance. Passing Corrour, the UK's highest mainline station, we descend to Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis. With free time here and, having witnessed arguably the most scenic line on the UK rail network, we return on one of the most scenic roads through the mountains of Glencoe.

Friday

After breakfast we commence our journey homeward, arriving back during the evening.

Your Hotel

3* Winnock Hotel, Drymen Nr Loch Lomond

Situated on the pretty village green in the conservation village of Drymen, located in the heart of the beautiful Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The Winnock Hotel dates back to the late 1700s as a former coaching inn. Having been lovingly restored it now offers 73 bedrooms, lounges with open log fires and a characterful restaurant. All of the accommodation at the Winnock Hotel is different. From layout and size to décor and outlook, the majority of the rooms are unique which all adds to the charm of the Winnock Hotel. Many of the rooms have original features including fire places in some rooms and sash windows overlooking the village green.

Mobility Grade: 3 – The resort & hotel are on the level. Hotel has no lift, but rooms are on ground & first floor only. Guests will need to be able to manage steps onto trains and possibly stairs in the stations.

Dates, Duration & Price:

Mon 20 - Fri 24 Apr 2026

4 Nights

£799

Supplements:

Single Room: £140

Holiday Insurance: £38

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

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