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12-night journey, uncovering Scotland’s majesty including Inverness, Loch Lomond, St Andrews, Stirling, Glasgow and Scotland’s capital city Edinburgh.
This carefully crafted tour is tailored to provide you with the finest experiences Scotland has to offer, seamlessly delivered in a luxurious and effortless manner. Embark on a journey filled with remarkable #lifechanging moments, where you can share unforgettable experiences with your LGBT+ family.
Stay in capital of the Highlands, Inverness when you stay in the 5* Ness Walk Hotel and will explore castles, historic bloody battle fields and highland fare. We visit historic Dunrobin Castle and experience Culloden Battlefield and all the history that offers. We visit Loch Ness in search of the famous monster on our way taking in historic castles and sights along the riverbanks. Take in Loch Lomond which is at the centre of the breathtaking Lomond and The Trossachs National Park from where you will experience one of Scotland’s best hotels, the 5* Cameron House, situated on the bank of the Loch. You will experience amazing meals and a luxurious 4×4 Highland Game Drive with lunch on top of a mountain with spectacular views. Enjoy a tour of historic Inverrary Castle and the option to take an optional flying boat plane to view the spectacular scenery from a perfect vantage point.
Moving to the East of the country, we explore Stirling and the famous Kelpies. before arriving in St Andrews, the famous home of Golf, in the Kingdom of Fife. Your 5* Russacks Hotel situated on the Old Course. Here you can explore the ancient beautiful university town and surrounding areas including the City of Dundee V&A museum and HM The Queen Mother’s former home, Glamis Castle. Fans of Outlander will be happy to see some of the iconic filming locations used as we travel to Edinburgh including Blackness Castle, Hopetoun House, Queensferry & bridge.
In Edinburgh you will stay in the luxurious 5* Kimpton Charlotte Square hotel. Your 5 days stay allows for you to join tours to Rosslyn Chapel made famous in the Da Vinci Code, a day trip to Glasgow to see the city from a vintage red bus serving afternoon tea. In Edinburgh we have the luxury Castle dining experience at The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo celebrating its 75th year. Visit the award-winning Jonnie Walker Experience, an immersive theatrical tour of whiskey in Scotland. After being fitted for your kilt grab your Royal Invitation and head to a luxury State Dinner onboard the Royal Yacht Britannia where you will enjoy unparalleled access to the former floating home of the Her Majesty the late Queen Elizabeth.
August in Edinburgh is the most exciting time for the capital as it is home to some major festivals including the Edinburgh Festival Fringe (also referred to as the Edinburgh Fringe, Edinburgh Fringe Festival or the Fringe) is the world’s largest performance arts festival featuring more than 50,000 performances. Running in parallel, the Edinburgh International Festival he Edinburgh International Festival is an annual arts festival in Edinburgh, Scotland, spread over the final three weeks in August.
Since 1947 during August, Edinburgh welcomes over 50,000 performers delivering thousands of shows in an array of venues from cars to castles. The population swells to welcome people from all over the world all enjoying the festival atmosphere, the streets are littered with performers in every possible spare building, pavement or garden.
After breakfast, once again, freestyle your day, your way; Use your time to make the most of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Classical music, Opera and dance based Edinburgh International Festival. Book your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
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Pre-paid gratuities of $325 per person are additional.
A $1,500 per person credit card deposit is required to confirm your space. The balance of the trip is due 120 days (4 months prior to departure. Failure to make payment(s) in a timely manner may cause your reservation to be cancelled.
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13-day customized tour of Scotland, including Inverness, Loch Lomond, St Andrews, Dundee, Glasgow and Edinburgh offering top destinations, castles, and experiences.
See Add On section for a hotel upgrade package.
13-day customized tour of Scotland, including Inverness, Loch Lomond, St Andrews, Dundee, Glasgow and Edinburgh offering top destinations, castles, and experiences.
See Add On section for a hotel upgrade package.
The 5* Ness Walk Hotel Inverness is nestled along the verdant banks of the River Ness and is a haven of refinement. Once a 19th-century house, this meticulously restored Category B listed building beautifully preserves its period charm. Merging seamlessly with contemporary design and architecture, the hotel achieves a harmonious balance between its rich past and the sophistication of the present. Surrounded by a dramatic canopy of impressive trees, Ness Walk allows you to experience a secluded atmosphere in the heart of the vibrant city center.
Exceptional service is at the core of your Ness Walk experience. The concierge will announce your arrival and deliver your luggage to your Ceder room, complete with garden. Relax by the fire in the lounge with a welcoming glass of chilled champagne, as the hotel takes you through check in before exploring your room and hotel amenities.
Torrish Restaurant is named after the beautiful salmon fly, commonly used when fishing close by River Ness. This restaurant serves delicious breakfasts, afternoon teas, à la carte dinners alongside a diverse range of drinks and beverages.
Torrish Bar is perfect for pre-dinner refreshments and a great place to meet with friends for drinks and a catch-up. With an open fire, high corniced ceilings and lavish furnishings, you’ll be warm and cozy in Torrish.
Dates of stay: August, 12-14, 2025
Upgrade Package available for all hotels for entire trip at $2,450 pp (Ness walk Oak room with river Ness views, Cameron House Loch View Studio Auld House Suite, Rusacks Sea View/Old Course View Room, and Kimpton Charlotte Square King Suite – Additional Living Area)
Additional pre-program nights may be booked directly with the hotel by contacting Cynthia Melville, Groups coordinator at [email protected]. Our room type is Cedar Rooms. The hotel website is Ness Walk.
The 5* Cameron House Hotel Loch Lomond, details the historic details and impressive grandeur of the past to the classic charms of the present, offering a warm welcome and sumptuous retreat in the heart of Loch Lomond. Stylish, yet comfortable, each space has been designed with every day luxury living in mind, curated using the finest Scottish fabrics, furnishings and artworks. The majority of rooms boasting magnificent views across Loch Lomond or the beautiful hotel grounds.
The lobby Bar is spacious, yet splendidly intimate, The Lobby Bar at Cameron House invites you in to relish the atmosphere for which Cameron House is famed. The grand marble-top-bar is the spectacular centerpiece that sets the stage for our mixologists to prepare your beverage with creative flair. Sit back, sip and savor the moment.
The Tavern Bar is located in the Cameron Leisure Club and is home to hearty cuisine and a well-stocked bar. The perfect place to relax with friends. Take a seat for breakfast, lunch or dinner and watch as the action of the best sporting events unfold on big screens, with the great loch as your backdrop.
The Boat House Restaurant and Bar located by the loch’s edge, this Italian inspired eatery is open for lunch and dinner. You can take time out to watch the world go by and enjoy the freshest fish and locally sourced produce whilst listening to the gentle hum of boats passing and lapping water.
The Clubhouse at Cameron located in the beautiful surroundings of The Cameron Club and Spa with views towards Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond. The Clubhouse offers a friendly and traditional dining experience perfect for any occasion.
Cameron Grill is at the heart of the hotel with wonderful views across Loch Lomond. The setting is intimate, elegant and welcoming, keeping in style with the décor throughout Cameron House. Serving wholesome natural dishes to the very best of modern cooking, our chef aims to create a divine gastronomic experience for all foodies at Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Cafe Spa located in Cameron Spa offers the rejuvenated body, nourishing food and drinks.
Great Scotts’ Bar Where Loch Lomond and the surrounding mountains form an alluring backdrop, best experienced from the terrace. Settle in for a dram at this famous Whisky Bar; there’s over 300 to choose from, or enjoy carefully selected wines, spirits and cocktails. The walls are lined with famous Scots from past and present, and most of them have been a guest at some time.
Dates of Stay: August 14 – 17, 2025
Upgrade Package available for all hotels for entire trip at $2,450 pp ( Ness walk Garden Room, Cameron House Loch View Studio Auld House Suite, Rusacks Sea View/Old Course View Room, and Kimpton Charlotte Square King Suite – Additional Living Area)
The 5* Rusacks Hotel St Andrews is a sought-after playground for golfers and non golfers worldwide. Occupying an iconic 1800’s building, the hotel is steeped in golfing history. Overlooking the picturesque town of St Andrews—and just a stone’s throw from Old Tom Morris’s famous Old Course Links—it’s a monument to golf and its founders, as well as a luxurious base for explorers of St Andrews.
The Bridge seasonal menus take inspiration from the rugged shorelines and rolling hills of Italy, Spain, and southern France, transporting you to sunnier climes. Enjoy charming, authentic dishes alongside views of Swilcan Bridge and the Old Course. A family-friendly dining experience. Reservations strongly encouraged.
18 is a destination rooftop restaurant and bar with unrivalled views across St Andrews’ Old Course and West Sands Beach. Expect plenty of sizzle—open-flame cooking is their forte, with locally sourced beef, game and freshly-caught seafood all skillfully prepared on our state-of-the-art Robata grill. A laid-back but high-end dining experience. Reservations strongly encouraged.
One Under Bar When a thirst needs quenching head to One Under Bar, a favorite Scottish pub just one minute from the famous golf course. Offering an extensive drinks menu includes fine ale, stout, red or white wine, a world-class dram or bespoke cocktails. Hunger pangs can be satisfied here too: traditional pub-food favorites are served at both lunch and dinner, and light bar snacks are also available.
Dates of Stay: August 17 – 19, 2025
Upgrade Package available for all hotels for entire trip at $2,450 pp ( Ness walk Garden Room, Cameron House Loch View Studio Auld House Suite, Rusacks Sea View/Old Course View Room, and Kimpton Charlotte Square King Suite – Additional Living Area)
The 5* Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel Edinburgh consists of seven interconnected Georgian townhouses, overlooking one of Edinburgh’s prettiest private garden squares, Charlotte Square is situated in Edinburgh’s New Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that’s delightfully removed from the city’s tourist hubs. But it’s inside where things really get interesting. The interior blends handsome woods, plush fabrics, and rich pops of color—and, yes, just a touch of tartan—to luxurious effect. And with a magnetic inner courtyard and an acclaimed Middle Eastern restaurant, it’s no wonder the hotel has become a natural meeting point and a sociable heart of modern life.
BABA is a dining destination in its own right. A bold turquoise palette and eye-popping textiles set the scene for what’s to come: contemporary cocktails and inventive cooking that blends Middle Eastern with Scottish influences. Mezze take center stage here, but a charcoal grill pulls its weight, too, turning out Scottish lamb, beef, and seafood. Locals, who have been flocking here since the restaurant opened, know the secret to the menu: mix, match, and don’t be shy about sharing.
Aizle’s tasting menu are constantly changing to give you a fleeting snapshot of the season. The eight-course tasting menu is £105 per person, with an additional drinks pairing option at £75 per person.
The Garden is the hotel’s central gathering point, and a tranquil oasis in the hustle and bustle of the city. Join us for a meeting with colleagues or a coffee with friends amid the greenery.
Kimpton Spa you will love taking a breather at the Spa at Charlotte Square, where treatments incorporate natural, organic ingredients and products by luxurious skincare lines. Soothing massages feature seaweed-based products by Ishga and luxury organic CBD products. The Pool and Gym offer the opportunity to exercise. To book email [email protected]
Dates of Stay: August 19 – 24, 2025
Upgrade Package available for all hotels for entire trip at $2,450 pp ( Ness walk Garden Room, Cameron House Loch View Studio Auld House Suite, Rusacks Sea View/Old Course View Room, and Kimpton Charlotte Square King Suite – Additional Living Area)
Additional post-program nights may be booked directly with the hotel on their website at Kimpton Charlotte Square. Our room type is Premium Rooms.
Although all the hotels in this trip are 5* + you can luxe out by purchasing an optional hotel upgrade Packages are available covering all hotel stays as follows:
Ness Walk upgrade to an Oak Room with river views for 2 nights, Cameron House with upgrade to Loch View Studio Auld House Suite for 3 nights, Rusacks Hotel with upgrade to Swilican Rooms with indoor and outdoor luxury, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and elegant glass-panelled balconies to soak up the Sea and Old Course view room for 2 nights, and the Kimpton Charlotte Square with upgrade to King Suite – Additional Living Area for 5 nights
Total Cost: $2,450 per person double occupancy or $4,750 for single occupancy.
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Arrival: You should schedule your flights to arrive in Inverness, (IVN) by August 12, 2025. Your first event will be an informal welcome dinner starting at approximately 7.00pm and your first official activity/touring will be August 13, 2025 at approximately 9:00am.
Departure: You should schedule your departure from Edinburgh (EDI) anytime on August 24, 2025. Hotel check out is at Noon.
While some countries in Europe only require 3 months’ validity on your passport, others require 6 months even if you are only transiting through that country. Therefore, we advise all guests to ensure their passports are valid for a minimum of 6 months after your last date of travel.
United Kingdom (UK) Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)
All U.S. citizens traveling to or transiting through the UK for tourism will need to obtain an UK ETA to travel. Applications may be submitted via the UK Government website. Decisions are typically made within three working days, and the ETA is valid for two years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first.
European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS)
ETIAS is a pre-travel authorization system for travelers visiting European countries within the Schengen Area. The ETIAS is expected to launch later in 2025. While the exact start date has not been announced, it will likely not be required for trips starting in June 2025. While not yet active, we recommend staying updated on any announcements regarding its implementation.
Arrival transfers are provided from the Inverness Airport (INV) to the Ness Walk Hotel
Departure transfers are provided from the Kimpton Charlotte Square hotel to the Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
Contact our team or your travel agent to ensure arrangements outside of these arrival and departure transfers will be included. Booked guests should provide their arrival and departure details 45 days prior to the trip to ensure transfer availability.
We will make every effort to accommodate special dietary requests. Please inform our office at least 45 days prior to departure of these requests.
Gratuities are customary expressions of appreciation for a job well done. It is our goal to ensure that the service you receive is as wonderful as the sites you visit. Gratuities for the included portions of this program have been pre-paid. At your own discretion you may choose to provide additional tips.
Excursions during your travel program are mostly in groups of 25 people led by expert English speaking local guides.
The excursions are rated in difficulty based on the type and condition of the terrain, possible ascent/decent height as well as the total distance walked.
1/5: Very easy walking required which may include stairs and uneven surfaces.
2/5: Easy amount of walking which may include stairs and uneven surfaces.
3/5: Moderate amount of walking which will include stairs and uneven surfaces.
4/5: Moderate/hard amount of walking will include stairs and uneven surfaces.
5/5: Hard amount of walking will include stairs and uneven surfaces.
Please refer to individual excursions for full details. If you need accommodations based on your abilities, contact Brand g before booking this travel program.
*** Please note that Edinburgh is a very old city with many hills and cobbled streets.***
You are on vacation as the last thing we want to impose is a dress code. We will however appreciate you wearing more than a thong or mankini at dinner and in the bar/performance area. Be as dressed up or down as you see fit as long as you are comfortable and dress appropriately for for changeable weather.
If specific clothing is required e.g. when visiting a place of worship on a tour, we will specifically let you know prior to travel.
For our Gala evening on the Royal Yacht Britannia we will provide you with complimentary full-dress kilt (incl. shoes) and a sash for those who wish to wear a cocktail dress or trouser suit (not provided). Should you not wish to wear the complimentary kilt, please bring your own formal clothes for this special event. We will contact in advance of travel for your measurements.
As a small group we are traveling on one bus between city’s, we request you carry one hold bag, one small carry on and a backpack for personal items.
The comfort and safety of our guests is our first priority. Smoking is not permitted in the suites or enclosed, public areas on board. Smoking will be allowed in designated smoking areas only. Land properties will have designated smoking areas.
The weather in Scotland and especially on the islands will be varied. The days can reach mid 70’s and the evenings are generally in the 40’s
All of our trips include arrival and departure airport transfers, most meals, included beverages and so much more! Plus our trips are hosted, meaning someone from Brand g will be with you the entire time to take care of the details, so you can simply relax and enjoy your vacation.
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