ALAN CUMMING'S MOST LUXURIOUS TRAIN JOURNEYS SCOTLAND


Episode #101
Alan boards the train in Edinburgh and receives an exclusive tour before settling into his luscious cabin. Venturing beyond the train, Alan visits the Commando Memorial in Lochaber which pays homage to the brave British Commandos Forces who served during World War II. He then strolls across the gorgeous Silver Sands of Morar, the filming location of the beloved Scottish movie Local Hero. Alan then hears the incredible story of the construction of the West Highland Line’s extension from Fort William to the fishing town of Mallaig. The train gracefully traverses the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct before Alan visits the Glenfinnan Monument, which commemorates the Jacobite rising of 1745.

Episode #102
Alan visits the Isle of Bute for a tour of Mount Stuart, one of the most extraordinary and technologically advanced Victorian homes ever built. He also gets special access to a rare copy of the first folio of William Shakespeare from 1623 and ventures into the Scottish countryside to get a taste of an exclusive adventure trip offered just once a year on the train. There, he discovers a treasure island, forages on nature’s bounty, and takes a wild swim under an incredible waterfall. In Pitlochry, Alan has an exclusive tour of Scotland’s Theatre In The Hills, one of the last repertory theatres in the UK.

Episode #103
Alan's first stop is a soul-stirring guided visit to Culloden. Here, he immerses himself in the echoes of a bloody battle that unfolded on this sacred ground, understanding the profound impact it had on the tapestry of Scottish history. In the picturesque village of Plockton, Alan explores the coastal marvels of Scotland on an enthralling seal-spotting boat trip overlooking the Isle of Skye. In Garve, Alan delves into the traditions of the cattle drovers, unraveling the ingenuity behind how livestock were historically transported across the Scottish landscape.
Later, the on-board whisky ambassador gives Alan a lesson on the water of life. Finally, Alan gets an up-close encounter with a very rare white-tailed eagle before embracing a session of deep yoga in the heart of the Scottish countryside.

Episode #104
Alan sets sail to the sacred island of Iona, known as the cradle of Christianity in Scotland. On this spiritual haven, Alan discovers the story of the historical Iona Marble Quarry, where quarriers excavated this precious stone in the late 1700s and exported it around the world. The nautical odyssey continues as Alan cruises past the legendary Fingal's Cave on Staffa Island. Back on board the train, the staff are busy preparing for the return of guests, meticulously cleaning the train from top to bottom. Once complete, they take the opportunity to explore Oban, renowned as the seafood capital of Scotland. At the bustling pier, they indulge in the freshest offerings, savoring the rich and varied flavors of the sea.

Venturing inland, Alan visits the historic Scone Palace, the site of the first Scottish Parliament and the crowning place of Scottish Kings. In Dundee, Alan delves into an exhibition that unravels the complexities of tartan – a material which can be both deeply radical and terrifically twee.

The grand finale unfolds with a spectacular traditional ceilidh on the platform of a train station, capturing the spirit of Scotland in a lively celebration.

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