Legendary Scottish Isles, Edinburgh & Glasgow - Westbound
From $10,990 per person
11 days
1 countries
Ships: Tauck - Le Laperouse, Tauck - Le Champlain
Tauck
11 days, 10 nights.
Journey summary
- Day 1 - Arrive Glasgow
- Day 2 - Explore Glasgow and embark your ship as your cruise begins
- Day 3 - The Isle of Mull
- Day 4 - Skye castles and storybook landscapes
- Day 5 - Lochs, brochs and standing stones
- Day 6 - Orkney Islands & Stromness
- Day 7 - Treasures of the Shetland Islands
- Day 8 - A Day at Sea
- Day 9 - Rosslyn Chapel & Edinburgh's Royal Mile
- Day 10 - Holyroodhouse and a day well spent in Edinburgh
- Day 11 - Journey Home
Itinerary highlights
There's no better way to explore all the natural and cultural riches that Scotland and its islands have to offer – from the haunting skirl of the bagpipes to treasured traditions, connect with distinctive ways of daily life on the remote Scottish Isles and the cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh… bygone days are present still, welcoming with breathtaking landscapes and gracious hospitality. Our 11-day trip, including a 7-night cruise aboard a luxury Ponant small ship includes 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, and much more including a private evening aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia and a private early-opening visits to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. .
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The Tauck - Le Champlain.
Sail the world in unparalleled luxury aboard the Tauck - Le Champlain, a masterpiece of design and comfort.
The Tauck-chartered Le Champlain, part of Ponant’s cutting-edge Explorer Series, is a sleek, environmentally advanced expedition yacht designed to deliver intimate and immersive cruising experiences. Accommodating just 184 guests in 92 oceanview staterooms and suites—most with private balconies—Le Champlain features modern nautical design with clean lines, soft lighting, and a serene color palette inspired by the sea. The ship offers an array of upscale amenities, including two elegant restaurants, a spa, fitness center, infinity pool, and a panoramic lounge ideal for relaxing between excursions. A standout feature is the Blue Eye Lounge, a groundbreaking multi-sensory space beneath the waterline where guests can observe and listen to marine life through underwater viewing ports and hydrophones.
Exclusively operated for Tauck guests on select voyages, Le Champlain serves as a refined platform for culturally rich and nature-focused itineraries. Each journey is led by a team of experienced Tauck Directors and destination experts, who orchestrate seamless shore excursions, guided Zodiac outings, and onboard enrichment that reflects Tauck’s commitment to authentic, immersive travel. From the coastal villages of Croatia to the historic ports of Northern Europe, Le Champlain delivers a sophisticated small-ship experience that combines luxury, discovery, and personalized service in perfect harmony.
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