Lord of the Highlands
Highlands in Bloom with Colin Crosbie
Cruise code : HEBRIDEANLOH270712
Scotland boasts a diverse collection of gardens which are home to a vast collection of plants from around the world, in spectacular natural settings. Experience the rich diversity of Scotland’s west coast gardens and explore botanic beauty on this horticultural extravaganz
Highlands in Bloom with Colin Crosbie
Date
Monday, 12 July 2027 – Monday, 19 July 2027
Locations
Inverness – Kyle of Lochalsh
Stay
7 nights
Guest Speaker
Colin studied horticulture and was appointed as Head Gardener to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother at Royal Lodge Windsor. Colin moved to RHS Garden Wisley and was appointed Curator in 2010 before starting his own consultancy business. He is a passionate plantsman with a keen interest in garden design.
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DAILY ITINERARY INFO
Over the course of your cruise, guests will venture to a variety of islands celebrated for their culture, history and serenity. Explore the path you'll travel on below…
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Day 1
Monday, 12 July 2027
Inverness
Embarkation
Day 2
Tuesday, 13 July 2027
Inverness
Embark on a walking tour of Inverness or visit Cawdor Castle, forever immortalised in Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth,’. Cawdor boasts three very different gardens each with their own unique history and appearance, displaying a wealth of flora and fauna.
Day 3
Wednesday, 14 July 2027
Corpach
After a scenic sail of the Caledonian Canal, enjoy a transit of the spectacular series of eight locks at Neptune’s Staircase, or take the mountain gondola up to the summit of Aonach Mòr for panoramic views of the Nevis range.
Day 4
Thursday, 15 July 2027
Craignure, Isle of Mull
The remote, hidden gem of Lip na Cloiche Garden is situated on a steep hillside on the north west coast of Mull with views of Ulva, the Treshnish Isles and Ben More.
Day 5
Friday, 16 July 2027
Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Built as a fishing port in the late 18th century, Tobermory is a picture-postcard town where brightly painted houses line the waterfront.
Armadale, Isle of Skye
Originally laid out by Lord Macdonald in the early 19th century, the woodland gardens at Armadale Castle allow you to wander amidst 40 acres of trees, shrubs and flowers in a peaceful oasis.
Day 6
Saturday, 17 July 2027
Gairloch
We sail the coast of Sutherland to Gairloch to visit the ancient walled garden at Dundonnell House, filled with camellias, magnolias and bulbs in spring, rhododendrons and a laburnum walk.
Day 7
Sunday, 18 July 2027
Kyle of Lochalsh
Attadale Gardens was skilfully restored by their owner Nick MacPherson as an artist’s garden after the 1980 storm, with an impressive sculpture collection scattered throughout the 20-acre site.
Day 8
Monday, 19 July 2027
Kyle of Lochalsh
Disembarkation
Lord of the Highlands
Category 1 Deluxe Cabin
Cabin type :
Outside
Description :
All accommodation on the Richard Hannay Deck are Category 1 deluxe cruise cabins. They are outward facing and boast picture windows so that no view is missed. All cabins feature a dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite TV, safe and hairdryer. For your added comfort slippers, bathrobes and luxury Molton Brown toiletries are also provided in the en-suite shower rooms.
All accommodation on the Richard Hannay Deck are Category 1 deluxe cruise cabins. They are outward facing and boast picture windows so that no view is missed. All cabins feature a dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite TV, safe and hairdryer. For your added comfort slippers, bathrobes and luxury Molton Brown toiletries are also provided in the en-suite shower rooms.
facilities :
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Twin
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Lord of the Highlands
Category 2 Balcony Cabin
Cabin type :
Balcony
Description :
The four category 2 cabins feature twin beds and a small private balcony with teak furniture for you to enjoy the magnificent scenery. All cabins feature a dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite TV, safe and hairdryer. For your added comfort slippers, bathrobes and luxury Molton Brown toiletries are also provided in the en-suite shower rooms
The four category 2 cabins feature twin beds and a small private balcony with teak furniture for you to enjoy the magnificent scenery. All cabins feature a dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite TV, safe and hairdryer. For your added comfort slippers, bathrobes and luxury Molton Brown toiletries are also provided in the en-suite shower rooms
facilities :
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Twin
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Lord of the Highlands
Category 3 Suite
Cabin type :
Suite
Deck:
John Buchan Deck
Status :
closed
Description :
The spacious suite features a King-sized bed and large picture windows both port and starboard affording delightful views. In addition to standard facilities, the comfortable sitting area is furnished with a sofa, coffee table and mini bar containing a selection of complimentary beverages
The spacious suite features a King-sized bed and large picture windows both port and starboard affording delightful views. In addition to standard facilities, the comfortable sitting area is furnished with a sofa, coffee table and mini bar containing a selection of complimentary beverages
facilities :
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- King
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