June 25July 07, 2022
MV Lord of the Glens
We invite you to join Brand g Vacations for an exclusive and inclusive, 13-day all LGBT journey, exploring Scotland’s Royal Majesty. This all-gay cruise & tour offers a fascinating insight into Scotland’s history and its Royal connections past and present with unparalleled access to the former and current homes of the Her Majesty The Queen and Her Majesty The Queen Mother.
Following two nights in Inverness, enjoy a breathtaking 7-day luxury cruise from Fort Augustus to Inverness on board the Lord of the Glens. See Scotland’s famous Summer scenery and visit the islands of Eigg, Mull, Iona and Skye as well as the towns of Fort William and Laggan and sail on famous Loch Ness.
Following the cruise, our exploration continues with three nights in Edinburgh. Here we tour Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace while taking in the famous Scottish atmosphere and culture. Optional bookable tours are available to Roslin Chapel (made famous in the Da Vinci Code) or historic Stirling Castle.
Our last night ends with a Royal Invitation to a luxury State farewell dinner onboard HM The Queen’s former floating home, the Royal Yacht Britannia.
The Ship - Lord of the Glens
Scotland’s highlands and coastline are both exceptionally beautiful but seeing them both on one cruise is impossible for cruise ships – but not the nimble Lord of the Glens.
Lord of the Glens a luxury expedition vessels feature in the Lindblad and National Geographic portfolios.
At just 150 feet, this elegant vessel can squeeze through the Caledonian Canal linking the North Sea to the Atlantic, but her design as a seafaring yacht means she can sail through the Atlantic with aplomb too. It’s all done in grand style, the locks and Lochs, the starkly beautiful islands of the Inner Hebrides all viewed from the comforts of a ship that feels like a small stately home. Lord of the Glens features polished wood, teak decks, sumptuous fabrics and upholstery contribute to the cosy feel as much as the intimate size – there are just 27 mainly twin-bedded cabins, all well-appointed accommodating 54 guests.
The open top deck, with tables and chairs is a wonderful place to watch the glorious Scottish country and seascapes slip past; while the lounge and bar on board Lord of the Glens provide all the warmth and welcome of a good country house hotel.
Dining on Lord of the Glens Dining on board Lord of the Glens is a treat – the restaurant is an elegant room, with fine views without, sparkling crystal and fine china within. The meals are exceptional too. A full Scottish breakfast welcomes the day, and local ingredients sourced en- route are the basis of hearty buffet-style lunches and dinners. Dinner is served at a single seating, with some tables for odd numbers to allow for easy mingling.
You will enjoy complimentary wines with lunch & dinner and a full bar service is available at reasonable prices at all other times. Select tours may also include a beverage.
Cabin Amenities
All cabins are equipped with air-conditioning, central heating, bathroom with shower, satellite TV, safe, hairdryers, 220 V electrical outlets — and each gives you a view of the river.
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 - Saturday, June 25, 2022 Inverness, Scotland
Welcome to Scotland! Our guides will meet you at the Inverness Airport (INV) to assist with your transfer to the Coul House Hotel conveniently located and in an area of natural beauty. After settling in to the hotel, enjoy the remainder of your day by walking the hotel grounds and making use of its public areas. Join us in the evening for a welcome reception and buffet.
Included: Welcome Reception & Buffet
Day 2 - Sunday, June 26, 2022 Inverness, Scotland
After a leisurely breakfast enjoy a briefing from your hosts who will take you for a morning tour by bus, to visit historic Scone Palace. Scone was, for nearly 1000 years the crowning-place of Scottish kings, and the home of the Stone of Scone. It is a site of immense historic significance and is one of the finest examples of late Georgian Gothic style Further work was undertaken in 1842 to make Scone Palace ready for the visit of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
After the palace tour enjoy a private lunch in HRH Prince Charles’s Restaurant, The Rothesay Arms where you can also shop for luxury gifts in the Duchy Highgrove shop. In the evening enjoy a private hosted Scottish themed welcome dinner with local entertainment.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Welcome Dinner
Day 3 - Monday, June 27, 2022 Inverness / Lord of the Glens (Embarkation) / Fort Augustus
After Breakfast enjoy a free morning to explore Inverness on your own. Local sights include the River Ness, Inverness castle, Victorian Market, Botanic Gardens and the Museum of Art.
In the afternoon depart from Inverness, explore on a scenic 1-hour drive through the beautiful West of Scotland along the banks of Loch Ness to Fort Augustus to board the Lord of The Glens and begin your luxury 7-night voyage. Enjoy a welcome reception and dinner. Moor Fort Augustus overnight
Meals Included: Breakfast, Welcome Reception & Dinner
Day 4 - Tuesday, June 28, 2022 Loch Oich / Glenfinnan Viaduct / Corpach
In the morning view the exceptional Autumn foliage as we sail via Loch Oich, Laggan Avenue and Loch Lochy to Banavie in the shadow of Ben Nevis, Scotland’s highest Mountain. Later descend Neptune’s Staircase, a flight of eight inter-connected locks that lower the vessel 103 feet to Corpach. In the afternoon take world’s most famous train trip to the Glenfinnan Viaduct of Harry Potter fame. Moor Corpach overnight.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 - Wednesday, June 29, 2022 Inner Hebrides / Tobermory, Mull
Today we sail into the Sound of Mull and enter the Inner Hebrides to arrive at Tobermory on the Isle of Mull. Tobermory’s most striking feature is the gaily painted houses that line the waterfront, originally built by the British Fisheries Company to house its workers for £20 pound each. Moor Tobermory overnight.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 - Thursday, June 30, 2022 Ardnamurchan Point / Eigg / Skye / Knoydart / Inverie
This morning we sail around Ardnamurchan Point, the most westerly point of mainland Britain and arrive at the tiny island of Eigg, where you will explore on foot and get a sense of what life is like for the roughly 90 people who live on this island community.
Later we sail for the Island of Skye to visit Armadale Castle and the Clan Donald Centre before sailing back to the peninsular of Knoydart on mainland Scotland to visit Inverie on the North side of Loch Nevis and home to the loneliest pub in the UK mainland. Moor Inverie overnight.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7 - Friday, July 01, 2022 Sound of Mull / Iona / Oban
Today we sail to Craignure on Mull to make a visit to the Isle of Iona, the last resting place of some 50 Scottish kings and where St Columba introduced Christianity to Britain. Return to the vessel at Craignure and sail across to Oban – the seafood capital of Scotland – with a pause in front of Duart Castle for photographs. Moor Oban overnight.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8 - Saturday, July 02, 2022 Corpach and Laggan Avenue
Enjoy a morning sail via the Sound of Mull and Loch Linnhe to Corpach and the entrance to the Caledonian Canal. We continue ascending the flight of locks at Neptune’s Staircase and sail via Loch Lochy to Laggan Avenue where we overnight in the wilds of the Scottish Highlands. Moor Near Laggan Avenue.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9 - Sunday, July 03, 2022 Fort Augustus and Inverness
After breakfast we sail for Inverness once again taking in the amazing Autumn color of the highlands via Loch Oich, Fort Augustus and into Loch Ness pausing approximately half way in front of Urquhart Castle for photographs.
Later cross Loch Dochfour and arrive at Inverness. Enjoy the Captains farewell reception and dinner. Moor Inverness overnight.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Farewell Reception & Dinner
Day 10 - Monday, July 04, 2022 Inverness (Disembarkation) / Edinburgh
We disembark in Inverness after breakfast at 9:00am and board our luxury motor coaches to Edinburgh. En- route we’ll experience stunning scenery and exceptional wildlife. We stop for a short break in Aviemore before continuing to Glamis Castle, former home of HHR The Queen Mother. Here we dive into the splendor of the life of a Queen and experience a lunch fit for a Queen before setting off for our luxury Hotel in Edinburgh. After checking in and settling into your luxury room, enjoy some free time to explore the city or relax.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 11 - Tuesday, July 05, 2022 Edinburgh, Scotland
After your included Scottish breakfast enjoy the morning exploring Scotland’s Historic Capital City of Edinburgh. Join our expert tour guides for a tour of Holyrood Palace, HM The Queen’s formal Scottish home and The Queen’s Gallery.
Enjoy lunch at the award winning Michael Neave Kitchen and Whisky Bar situated just off the Royal Mile. Followed by a guided tour of the Royal Mile and the historic cobbled streets with entrance to Edinburgh castle. Tonight enjoy the evening on your own.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 12 - Wednesday, July 06, 2022 Edinburgh, Scotland
After breakfast enjoy some free time to explore Edinburgh on your own and do some shopping. Or, book the optional tour to Roslin Chapel (made famous in the Da Vinci Code) the optional tour visiting historic Stirling Castle.
This afternoon get fitted for your kilt or pick up your highland sash before we set of for a luxurious tour and farewell experience on board the Royal Yacht Britannia, HM The Queens former floating home. Follow in the footsteps of Kings, Queens, Prime Ministers and Presidents. One of the most famous ships in the world, on board, Her Majesty The Queen’s former floating Royal residence, you will find the same high standards today as when The Royal Yacht Britannia was in Royal service.
The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh will provide you with a truly unforgettable evening See all the private and public rooms, including the State Drawing Room. During your tour of Britannia, you will receive a unique insight into life aboard in days gone by.
Following the tour join your fellow guests in the State Drawing Room for a glass or two of chilled champagne and a selection of irresistible canapés. You are then invited into the State Dining Room, where world leaders and celebrities were entertained, from Frank Sinatra and Ursula Andress to Presidents Mandela and Clinton. you are cordially invited to dine in HM The Queens state dining room. The finest crystal, gleaming cutlery, fresh flowers and personalized menus embossed with Britannia’s unmistakable gold crest await you. Dine on the finest food and wines fit for a Queen. Enjoy Scottish entertainment throughout and after dinner speeches and toasts before you return to your hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 13 - Thursday, July 07, 2022 Edinburgh, Scotland / Departure Enjoy breakfast at your leisure this morning before our hosts transfer you to the Edinburgh airport (EDI) or train station for your trip home or onward destination. Hotel check-out is at 11:00am this morning.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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