Legendary Scottish Isles, Edinburgh & Glasgow - Eastbound

Tour begins 5:30 PM. A transfer is included from Glasgow International Airport to either the Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel or AC Hotel Glasgow, both ideally located for exploring Scotland's largest city. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome reception and dinner at Òran Mór, a historic former church transformed into one of Glasgow's most distinctive cultural venues, where local music and Scottish hospitality set the tone for the journey ahead.

Discover Glasgow on a guided tour featuring many of the city's most notable landmarks, including George Square, Buchanan Street, Princes Square, Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow University, and Kelvingrove Gardens. Visit the renowned Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, home to an impressive collection spanning art, history, and natural sciences. Enjoy free time for lunch and independent exploration before traveling to Greenock to embark your small ship. Settle in aboard and sail this evening for the Isle of Mull in Scotland's Inner Hebrides.

Arrive in colorful Tobermory on the Isle of Mull, where a choice of excursions introduces you to the island's natural beauty and heritage. Travel along the scenic coastline to Duart Castle, ancestral seat of Clan Maclean, dramatically perched above the Sound of Mull and rich with centuries of clan history. Alternatively, join a guided hike through Aros Park, a woodland landscape of fern-covered paths, waterfalls, and coastal views that showcases Mull's remarkable biodiversity. Return to the ship for lunch or continue exploring Tobermory independently. This evening, gather for the Captain's Welcome Reception and Gala Dinner before your ship sails onward.

Known in Gaelic as the "Isle of Mist," Skye is a land of dramatic mountains, windswept coastlines, and enduring legends. In Portree, choose from a variety of shore excursions. Explore iconic Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland's most photographed landmarks, set amid spectacular Highland scenery. Visit Dunvegan Castle, ancestral home of Clan MacLeod for more than 800 years, and the Skye Museum of Island Life. Meet local residents during a visit to a working croft and learn about life on this remote island. Join a guided walk through Portree followed by a wildlife-focused harbor cruise in search of seals, sea eagles, and other marine life. A limited-capacity excursion offers a visit to Talisker Distillery, renowned for producing Skye's celebrated single malt whisky. Return to the ship and sail this evening for the Outer Hebrides.

The Isle of Lewis welcomes you with rugged coastlines, ancient traditions, and sweeping moorlands. In Stornoway, choose from several immersive excursions. Explore the island's ancient heritage with visits to the Callanish Standing Stones, Dun Carloway Broch, and Gearrannan Blackhouse Village. Venture south to the Isle of Harris Distillery to learn about the craftsmanship behind its acclaimed spirits. Join a guided walking tour through Stornoway, including Lews Castle and Museum nan Eilean, or embark on an exhilarating sea safari along the Hebridean coast in search of seabirds and marine wildlife. Enjoy free time in Stornoway before sailing this evening for the Orkney Islands.

Arrive in Kirkwall, capital of the Orkney Islands, where Norse heritage and prehistoric wonders intertwine. Choose from a variety of excursions that reveal the islands' rich history and landscapes. Discover Kirkwall and historic Scapa Flow, including St. Magnus Cathedral, Churchill Barriers, and the Italian Chapel. Explore Orkney's remarkable Neolithic past with visits to the Ring of Brodgar, Skara Brae, and Skaill House. Active travelers may opt for a hike at Mull Head paired with a visit to Deerness Distillery, while others may sample local flavors during a tasting-focused exploration of the South Isles. Alternatively, visit Highland Park Distillery, one of Scotland's most celebrated whisky producers. Later, enjoy free time before returning to the ship for the onboard "Orkney Experience," featuring bagpipes, Highland dancers, and traditional music.

In the Shetland Islands, choose from four distinctive ways to experience this remote archipelago. Visit Jarlshof, one of Europe's most significant archaeological sites, and continue to Sumburgh Head for dramatic coastal scenery and wildlife. Travel to a traditional croft where working sheepdogs, native sheep, and Shetland ponies offer insight into local life and agricultural traditions. Active travelers may journey to the island of Mousa, home to the world's best-preserved Iron Age broch, followed by a nature walk among seabirds and seals. Another option explores Shetland's western villages, including historic Scalloway and a visit to a Shetland pony breeder. Back aboard ship, enjoy a cultural presentation exploring Shetland's unique heritage before a special visit from the Junior Jarl Squad, celebrating the islands' Viking traditions.

Spend a relaxing day at sea as your ship sails south toward Edinburgh. Enjoy the vessel's amenities, attend onboard presentations, or simply admire the ever-changing views from the deck. This evening, join fellow travelers for the Captain's Farewell Cocktails and Dinner as your Scottish island voyage draws to a close.

Disembark near Edinburgh and begin a full day exploring Scotland's capital. Visit the remarkable Rosslyn Chapel, renowned for its intricate stone carvings, centuries of legend, and enduring architectural mystery. Continue into Edinburgh for free time along the Royal Mile and lunch at leisure before visiting the National Museum of Scotland, whose collections illuminate the nation's history, culture, and scientific achievements. Later, check in to your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure. 

Explore Edinburgh's royal and historic treasures. Visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the King's official residence in Scotland, and discover its connections to generations of monarchs, including Mary, Queen of Scots. Continue on a guided walk along the Royal Mile, where centuries of history unfold among cobbled streets, hidden closes, and iconic landmarks. The afternoon is yours to enjoy independently. This evening, celebrate your journey with a farewell reception and dinner aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia, once the floating residence of Queen Elizabeth II and now one of Scotland's most beloved attractions. 

Tour ends: Edinburgh, Scotland.  Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from the Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel or the InterContinental Edinburgh The George Hotel to Edinburgh Airport. Allow three hours for flight check-in.