Canal Cruise
11 day Scottish Gardens
Scottish Gardens & Grandeur aboard Lord of the Highlands
This new Botanica journey sees us enjoying the sights of Scotland during our exclusive charter of the Lord of the Highlands small ship. Cruise the famed Caledonian Canal and visit the remote Scottish Isles. Before our cruise, we also gain an appreciation for the royal gardens of Dumfries House.
This journey departs:
5 July 2025
23 May 2026
11 July 2026
Highlights
The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.
Wander Glamis Castle’s Historic Gardens
Explore the formal gardens and sweeping parklands of Glamis Castle, where seasonal blooms, ancient trees and sculpted hedges frame one of Scotland’s most storied royal residences.
Scottish Isles and Canal Cruise
Discover spectacular Scottish gardens during a cruise aboard the Lord of the Highlands small ship.
Discover Armadale Castle
Overlooking the Sound of Sleat, the castle once belonged to the powerful Clan Donald. Explore its 40 acres of gardens.
Botanical Guide - Colin Crosbie
Be escorted by an expert Botanical Guide, who will offer insightful talks on various topics and be available for informal discussions, enriching your travel experience.
Visit Dumfries House
See the Queen Elizabeth II Walled Garden, amid 600 acres of meticulously maintained grounds at Dumfries House.
Inclusions
See below for an overview of your tour’s inclusions and featured sightseeing.
Escorted by expert Botanical Guide Colin Crosbie and a Cruise Director
Privately chartered seven-night cruise aboard the Lord of the Highlands, taking a maximum of 36 guests, and three nights’ accommodation in centrally located four- to five-star hotels
Return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, port taxes, plus 26 meals and select beverages
All sightseeing, shore excursions and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Visit the royal gardens of Dumfries House
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
Cruise the Caledonian Canal, including the famed Loch Ness
Itinerary
Gallery
Lord of the Highlands
Cawdor Castle
Port of Tobermory
Glamis Castle
Fort William
Armadale Castle Gardens
Fort Augustus
Trip Notes
Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Fitness rating: Medium
You will need to be able to embark and disembark the ship, while some of the towns we visit have steep hills, stairs and cobblestone streets. There is no lift on the ship and some hotels have no air conditioning.
Exclusive charter of Lord of the Highlands for up to 36 guests
Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary
Combine This Journey
Extend your Botanica journey to explore more destinations, visit additional gardens, and connect with like-minded travellers. Take advantage of our perfectly timed arrival and departure dates. Learn More.