The Elf Express - Christmas Steam* Train Experience in the Highlands

Name: The Elf Express - Christmas Steam* Train Experience in the Highlands
Start: 2025-12-20T10:15:00+00:00
End: 2025-12-24T15:15:00+00:00
Location: Aviemore Station, Dalfaber Road, PH22 1PY Aviemore, United Kingdom

Schedule

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025 at 10:15 am to Wed, 24 Dec, 2025 at 03:15 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Aviemore Station, Dalfaber Road, PH22 1PY Aviemore, United Kingdom | Aviemore, SC

We are very excited to announce details of this years Festive Services, with tickets now available to purchase. With a special Early Bird discount available! Read on for more details...
All Aboard the Elf Express!
Step into a magical festive adventure on the Elf Express, a Steam* Train experience through the stunning Highland winter scenery. Join our cheeky elves for singalongs and festive fun. Santa himself will make a wee stop at your table! He’ll spend up to a few minutes at each table, handing out a souvenir toy to every child (aged 3+).
Choose our Elf Express Experience ticket for standard table seating (tables available for up to 4 or 2 passengers), or upgrade to an exclusive First-Class compartment with a Festive 'Steam' Tea. For the ultimate view, relax in our Coronation Observation Carriage with comfy armchairs and panoramic windows, whilst enjoying a wee dram or hot chocolate and a mince pie.
Running selected dates in December – including a Christmas Eve Special!
Fixed-price tables and individual Observation Carriage seats available now. Children under 3 travel free on your lap, no ticket required. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Book your festive journey today at www.strathspeyrailway.co.uk and make magical memories on the Elf Express! Use our Early Bird Discount code at checkout:
EARLYBIRD10
For 10% off your booking*
*Valid for bookings made online only until 02/11/25. Excludes Christmas Eve Special services.
*We always aim to deliver a a steam hauled service however, on occasion, due to operational issues, it may be necessary to substitute for a Heritage Diesel engine, to ensure the scheduled service can go ahead. No cancellations or refunds are available in these circumstances.