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      Edinburgh, Inverness, Isle of Iona, Isle of Lewis, Glasgow, Shetland Islands
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      Visits to Skara Brae, a Neolithic settlement, and Gerranean Blackstone Village, a living museum, on Orkney Mainland

       

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      All gratuities to Tauck Director, ship staff and local guides

       

      Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at $2,447

       

      Early private visit to Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh

       

      Visit to Clava Cairns, a Neolithic cemetery, outside Inverness

       

      Visit to Culloden Moor and Fort George

       

      Canoe ride on Loch Ness

       

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      Activity

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      Guests should be able to easily walk one to two miles, which may include climbing one or two flights of stairs and walking over uneven pavement, groomed hiking trails or cobblestones. Standing up to one hour or more may be required.

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      Moderately paced, and may include some early morning hotel departures, one or two on-tour flights, and extended motor coach travel.

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      From the Atlantic Ocean to the North Sea, our Scotland cruise shows you this country from coast to coast.

      Cultural journeys and expeditions

      There’s no better way to explore all the natural and cultural riches that Scotland and its islands have to offer – from treasured tartans and traditions of the clans, to the wonders of single malt whiskies at a distillery in the Highlands to the distinctive folkways of the captivating Scottish Isles...

      Our 11-day trip including a 7-night cruise aboard the luxury small ship Le Champlain, plus a choice of hotel stays in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Cruise to the celebrated Orkney and Shetland Islands, and the more remote isles of Mull, Skye and Lewis; explore eclectic Edinburgh, the traditions of Scottish music and dance, the Highlands’ incredible scenery, brooding Loch Ness and much more. Enjoy private early-opening visits to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, a sea safari, and more. Read Less

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      Private early opening at Holyroodhouse

      Early-opening at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

      At the opposite end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile from Edinburgh Castle stands the Royal Palace of Holyroodhouse (Holyrood Palace), the official residence of Queen Elizabeth II while in Scotland (usually for one week each summer). The earliest part of the palace dates to the 16th century, when Mary, Queen of Scots resided here; see her rooms and more on Tauck's early-opening visit, available when Her Majesty the Queen or other members of the Royal Family are not in residence. The palace was transformed into a modern royal residence by the current Queen's grandfather, King George V. You'll also enjoy the royal gardens and wild Holyrood Park.

      Highland treasures at Inverness

      Macbeth's castle and more at Inverness in the Highlands

      Capital of the Highlands, Inverness is set within Scotland's Great Glen at the mouth of the River Ness. In the "happiest city in Scotland" (according to a recent survey), explore the Clava Cairns of Bulnuaran, circa 2500 BC, and Cawdor Castle, portrayed in Shakespeare’s "Macbeth" (actually built long after the real Thane was dust). Or visit Culloden Moor – where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s uprising was defeated in 1746 – and Fort George. Also cruise the Caledonian Canal to visit the ruins of Urquhart Castle, and explore brooding Loch Ness in a canoe or tour a local distillery.

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      Hotel Highlights

      The Balmoral

      Edinburgh, Scotland

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      InterContinental Edinburgh George Street Hotel

      Edinburgh, Scotland

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      All Inclusive, One Upfront Price

      Distinctively "inclusive" means just that – virtually every cruise cost is included in one upfront price, from shore excursions (private to Tauck), all gratuities, premier hotels on land stays, port charges and more. There are no options sold – no extra charges, no hidden costs, no "surprise" expenses.

      Shore Excursion Choice

      The choice is yours... We’re pleased to present an opportunity to customize and personalize your cruise by choosing your shore excursions on select days; choices have been carefully designed to appeal to different interests and preferences, with more active choices available on many days. 90 days prior to your departure date we'll contact you with the information you need to make your selections!

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      Traveling with Tauck ensures more than a memorable travel experience; it also enables you to take advantage of additional do-it-for-you travel services that take the hassle out of arranging them yourself. As an added service, we can make flight arrangements for your journey, if your travels originate in Canada or the United States, offering you a number of welcome advantages. With Tauck, you can reserve your flights now and pay later when tickets are issued; benefit from Tauck’s lenient change and refund policies; earn Frequent Flyer mileage on most airlines; and more.

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      Health and Activity

      You'll find Activity and Pace Levels on all of our trips to give you a better idea of physical activity level – higher numbers mean a more active journey. To fully enjoy most journeys, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances; some of the most memorable sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot and may include unpaved and uneven surfaces. Please consult your physician for pre-departure health advice.

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