Canal Cruise
19 day Chelsea Flower Show & Lord of the Highlands
Splendour of England, Chelsea Flower Show and Lord of the Highlands
Discover the history and majesty of England’s grand properties and gardens. Explore the enchanting Lost Gardens of Heligan and the resplendent estate of Stourhead. Savor lunch at Rick Stein’s renowned seafood restaurant and discover the filming locations of Doc Martin. Marvel at the world’s largest collection of plants at Kew Gardens and attend the celebrated Chelsea Flower Show. Travel to Scotland and wander the meticulous grounds of the royal garden at Dumfries House. Then cruise the Caledonian Canal and remote Scottish Isles aboard the Lord of the Highlands small ship.
This journey departs:
14 May 2027
Highlights
The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.
Chelsea Flower Show
Admire floral exhibits, show gardens and innovative design at the world’s premier flower show.
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
See the botanical gardens of this mysterious estate, the scene of Europe’s largest garden restoration project.
Visit Dumfries House
See the Queen Elizabeth II Walled Garden, amid 600 acres of meticulously maintained grounds at Dumfries House.
Port of Tobermory
A succession of brightly coloured buildings grace the port of Tobermory.
Hestercombe House & Gardens
Absorb three centuries of garden design across the grounds of this stately manor.
Legendary Waterways
Cruise the Caledonian Canal, which leads us to the fabled Loch Ness.
Must-Sees at London's Chelsea Flower Show
Read about some of the must-see areas of Chelsea Flower Show.
Expert Botanical Guides
Be escorted by two expert Botanical Guides who will bring the gardens to life - Simon Rickard and Colin Crosbie.
Scottish Isles & Canal Cruise
Discover spectacular Scottish gardens during a privately chartered cruise aboard the Lord of the Highlands small ship.
Inclusions
See below for an overview of your tour’s inclusions and featured sightseeing.
Escorted by two expert Botanical Guides - Simon Rickard and Colin Crosbie - as well as a dedicated Cruise Director
Includes eleven nights’ accommodation in centrally located four- to five-star hotels, seven-night cruise aboard the Lord of the Highlands, taking a maximum of 18 guests, return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, plus 43 meals and select beverages
Relax aboard a comfortable coach with an experienced and informative Tour Manager
All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Enjoy a pre-visit dinner lecture by a leading Garden Designer on Chelsea Flower Show
Visit Bowood Estate and see its ‘Capability’ Brown landscape, the RHS Garden Rosemoor and Stourhead
Visit premier Scottish gardens, including Dundonnell Private Garden, Lip na Cloiche, Attadale Gardens, and Cawdor Castle Gardens
Discover the history of Clan Donald at Armadale Castle on the Isle of Skye, as well as the brightly coloured fishing village of Tobermory on the Isle of Mull
Itinerary
Gallery
Glamis Castle
Fort William
Cawdor Castle
Cawdor Castle
Hestercombe Garden
Lost Gardens of Heligan
Kew Gardens
Trip Notes
Up to 18 Botanica guests aboard Lord of the Highlands, which has a capacity of 36 passengers. Cruise is in partnership with Hebridean Island Cruises. To view deck plans, visit www.botanicatours.com/en-au/our-fleet
Fitness rating: Medium
Dates for Chelsea Flower Show are subject to confirmation
Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary