Princess Luxury Cruise to the British Isles July 24, 2027 - 12 Days

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Dates & Price are not yet available for 2027.

Pricing will start at $995 per person estimated!

Hotel for 3 nights Included

Apex Dunblane Hydro, Dunblane

This luxurious 4-Star hotel is set in ten acres of landscaped grounds, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside. The grand Victorian-style building blends classic architecture with modern amenities, creating a relaxed and sophisticated atmosphere. The hotel's interior is tastefully designed with contemporary decor and high-quality furnishings. Guests can enjoy a range of beverages and light snacks at the lounges and cocktail bar, unwind in the spa and indoor pool, or enjoy a game of tennis. The on-site Kailyard by Nick Nairn restaurant serves traditional Scottish cuisine in elegant surroundings. Spacious and comfortable guestrooms and air-conditioned and come equipped with free Wi-Fi, flatscreen TV, tea & coffee-making facilities, complimentary toiletries and hairdryer.

• TOUR MANAGER
  • Expertise of a Tour Manager from start to finish    
• ACCOMMODATION
  • 3 nights’ 4-Star hotel accommodation    
• TRANSPORTATION
  • Standard Class rail travel on local rail networks
  • All rail and coach travel throughout your tour
• FOOD & DRINK
  • Breakfast each day, 2 dinners   
• EXCURSIONS & ENTERTAINMENT
  • All guided tours and excursions  
• NOT INCLUDED
  • Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour but can be arranged
  • Flights and Airport transfers not included

Arrive independently in the charming town of Dunblane, nestled in the scenic Perthshire countryside. Check into your elegant four-star hotel for a three-night stay and meet your Tour Manager.
Enjoy time at leisure to explore this picturesque village—perhaps stroll along the Allan Water River or visit the historic Dunblane Cathedral, an impressive medieval church dating back to the 1100s.
This evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.
Includes: Dinner

After breakfast, journey north to Aviemore and step aboard the nostalgic Strathspey Steam Railway. Travel through the breathtaking Cairngorms National Park in beautifully restored carriages, with sweeping views of heather-covered hills, pine forests, and the winding River Spey.

Following your scenic rail experience, continue to the Kinrara Distillery for a guided gin tasting. Discover the local botanicals and craftsmanship behind their award-winning spirits.
Return to Dunblane with time to relax before dinner.
Includes: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a leisurely morning before departing for a cultural highlight of your journey. Begin with a guided tour of the magnificent Stirling Castle, exploring its Great Hall, Chapel Royal, and historic grounds.

Continue to Edinburgh for free time to dine and explore before the evening’s grand finale—
the world-renowned Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Experience this lavish spectacle of music, pageantry, and precision as pipes and drums resonate beneath the illuminated Edinburgh Castle, culminating in a breathtaking fireworks display.

Return to Dunblane late this evening.
Includes: Breakfast

After breakfast, your Scottish escape comes to a close. Reflect on unforgettable moments—from Highland landscapes and heritage rail journeys to castle explorations and the unforgettable Tattoo performance.
Depart at leisure or continue your travels.
Includes: Breakfast

• Suggestion:.  1h 45 minute flight from Southampton Airport on Logan Air to Edinburgh.

• Train Station in Southampton is a 5-10 minutee taxi or uber ride from the cruise terminal

• Train Journey to London  2 hours
• Train to Edinburgh with change in London a little over 6 1/2 hours

Southampton Central rail station is served by direct trains to and from many cities across the country including:

• South Western Railway services to: London Waterloo (approximately 1 hour 20 minutes), Bournemouth (approximately 30 minutes) and Winchester (approximately 17 minutes).
• Southern Railway services to: Brighton (approximately 1 hour 55 minutes), London Victoria (approximately 2 hours 30 minutes) and London Gatwick Airport (approximately 1 hour 55 minutes)
• Great Western Railway services to: Bristol (approximately 1 hour 40 minutes), Portsmouth (approximately 50 minutes), Brighton (approximately 1 hour 50 minutes) and Salisbury (approximately 30 minutes).
• Cross Country Train services to: Birmingham (approximately 2 hours 30 minutes), Oxford (approximately 1 hour 20 minutes) and Manchester (approximately 4 hours 7 minutes).

The local rail network services many suburbs and towns on the periphery of the city, including Eastleigh, Romsey, Woolston and Redbridge as well as Southampton Airport and The New Forest National Park. 

For timetables, train fares and tickets for any UK train services visit National Rail Enquiries. 

Southampton International Airport is the leading 'fast track' airport in central-southern England.

The airport is located on the northeast side of the city, near to Eastleigh and has easy access from the M27 and M3 motorways. It takes just six minutes by train and around 20 minutes by bus to reach the city centre from the airport.

Southampton International Airport serves many UK and European destinations and has flights to and from destinations including The Channel Islands, France, Scotland, Ireland, Spain and Italy.

The following airlines currently fly in and out of Southampton International Airport:

• Aer Lingus
• Aurigny
• Blue Islands
• easyJet
• Fly BEA
• KLM
• Loganair
• TUI

Although a small airport, Southampton International Airport has all the amenities you will need, including places to eat and drink, a duty-free shop, WH Smith, cash machines and a bureau de change as well as WiFi access. Outside the terminal, you will find three airport car parks - Priority Parking, Short Stay Parking and Long Stay Parking. All options can be pre-booked and all give easy access to the terminal.

Southampton International Airport is served by Southampton Airport Parkway railway station, a stopping point for trains to and from London Waterloo (journey time approximately 1 hour 10 minutes) and Southampton Central Station (less than 10 minutes). There is also a taxi rank at the airport and a bus stop from which you can catch the Unilink buses into the centre. Car hire is available from across the road of the airport terminal.