Spirit of Scotland

A Dram in the Carriage The Highlands seem their greenest when viewed from the seat of your luxury train car, your home for five days of whisky focused touring in partnership with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Take private tours and enjoy tastings at some of the country’s foremost distilleries, including Glen Ord, Glenlivet and Tullibardine. Upon arrival in Edinburgh, spend the morning at the society’s headquarters. All guests of this tour receive a one year membership.

Hop between some of Scotland’s most magnificent castles and manors over nine days of countrywide touring. Begin at Cameron House on Loch Lomond; the next morning, set off in a seaplane to orient yourself to the crags of Scotland’s west coast. Inverlochy Castle Hotel is your home base for a trip to the Isle of Skye. On Loch Ness, explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle, then conclude with two days of touring in Edinburgh, including visits to Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Royal Yacht Britannia.

Piper’s Charm Go behind the music of one of Scotland’s most self-announcing symbols. In Edinburgh’s Old Town, meet the owner of a historic bagpipe maker to see the materials, methods and, to some, madness that goes into crafting the instrument. Learn how the pipes work and their place in Scottish culture, and try your finger out on the chanter.