Small Ship Cruising

Legendary Scottish Isles, Edinburgh & Glasgow

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Days
11
From (per Person)
$9,990 USD
Journey Type
Small Ship
Time of Year
May, Aug - Sep
Cities & Landmarks
Edinburgh, Isle of Lewis, Glasgow, Shetland Islands, Orkney Islands, Isle of Skye
Isle of Skye, Scotland

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Overview

Experience with tauck

 

Visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, joining a local guide for a tour through the historic official residence of the monarch in Scotland

 

Visits to Skara Brae, a Neolithic settlement, and Gerrannean Blackhouse Village, a living museum, on Orkney Mainland

 

Tauck Exclusive private reception and dinner aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh

 

Tauck value includes

 

All gratuities to Tauck Director, ship staff and local guides

 

Tauck's private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at $3,543

 

Glasgow and Edinburgh city sightseeing on hotel stays in the heart of the cities – 1 night in Glasgow, 2 nights in Edinburgh

 

SEE WHAT YOUR JOURNEY INCLUDES

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.

Pace

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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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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 includes a 7-night cruise aboard the luxury small ship Le Dumont d'Urville, plus a choice of hotel stays in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Cruise to the celebrated Orkney and Shetland Islands, and the remote isles of Mull, Skye and Lewis; explore eclectic Edinburgh, the traditions of Scottish music and dance, and the Highlands' incredible scenery, with a visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, a sea safari, and more. Read Less

See for yourself what Small Ship Cruising is all about

Visit the Royal Palace of Holyroodhouse

Royal 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 the monarch while in Scotland. 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 skip-the-line visit, available when members of the Royal Family are not in residence. The palace was transformed into a modern royal residence by the current King's great-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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Deck Plans

Welcome Aboard

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Deck 6

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Deluxe Suite

Grand Deluxe Suite

Prestige Stateroom

Prestige Suite

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Privilege Suite

Deck 5

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Deluxe Suite

Owner's Suite

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Prestige Suite

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Privilege Suite

Deck 4

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Deluxe Suite

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Deck 3

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Deluxe Stateroom

Deluxe Suite

Deck 2

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Your Journey

Pricing & Availability

About Booking This Tour

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Travel Requirements For This Tour

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The Tauck Experience

Why Tauck?

Uncommon Access

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Sophisticated, Intimate Ambiance Onboard Ship

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Call us, or call your travel advisor, to book your preferred departure date today – and explore our beautiful brochures to find your inspiration for your next journey.

Book Today... And Travel Dreams Begin

Discover The World

Call us, or call your travel advisor, to book your preferred departure date today – and explore our beautiful brochures to find your inspiration for your next journey.

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