Your Scottish Experience
Over ten days, the Henderson Clan Society traces a thoughtful arc through Scotland’s story – from the closes and wynds of Edinburgh’s Old Town to the brooding glens of Glencoe and the sea‑washed harbours of Oban, before turning north for Inverness, Culloden and the far‑flung shores of Caithness. This is a journey designed for shared memory: comfortable coach travel, characterful 3–4 star hotels, and a rhythm that balances structured clan‑focused moments with time to wander, talk and simply be in the landscape together.
Anchored by key Henderson touchstones – Glencoe, a formal visit to Old Pulteney Distillery, and a reflective afternoon at Culloden – the route also leaves space for individuals to choose their own depth: optional distillery tours, gentle walks, harbour strolls or simply a quiet dram at the bar. It all culminates back in Edinburgh with a private ceilidh, an evening of music, dancing and stories that gathers everything the group has seen and felt into one final, joyful celebration before departure.
Trip Highlights
Day 1. Arrival & First Light in Edinburgh.
Arrivals, check-in, and a gentle introduction to the city. Time to settle, meet fellow Hendersons, and ease into Scotland at your own pace.
Day 2. Castles, Closes & City Vistas.
Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, the Royal Mile, and the city’s historic heart, followed by wide views and reflection as the story begins to deepen.
Day 3. Into the Heart of Glencoe.
Leaving the Lowlands behind, the landscape opens into the Highlands. A full day among Glencoe’s mountains, history, and quiet power. Taking time out for a memorial ceremony at the monument and a tour of the "Henderson Stone".
Day 4. Glenfinnan & the West Highlands.
Steam, stone, and water. The Glenfinnan Viaduct, lochs and monuments, with time to absorb the scale and stories of the West.
Day 5. Sea Air in Oban.
A softer rhythm by the coast. Harbours, seafood, and optional tastings, with space to wander, rest, or simply watch the water.
Day 6. Loch Ness to Inverness.
Following the Great Glen north. Castles, legends, and the river city of Inverness set the tone for the Highlands ahead.
Day 7. Caithness & Old Pulteney.
A long, rewarding journey to the far north. Distillery heritage, coastal landscapes, and a sense of how far the clan has travelled.
Day 8. Culloden & Return South.
A reflective morning on the battlefield, followed by a gradual return to the capital as the journey begins to close its circle.
Day 9. Edinburgh & Clan Ceilidh.
A free day to follow personal interests, culminating in a private ceilidh, music, dancing, stories, and celebration together.
Day 10. A Gentle Farewell.
Final goodbyes, last views of the city, and departure, carrying shared memories home.
How It Works
Secure Your Place
Each couple or solo traveller secures their own place on the tour and pays their share directly into a protected client trust account. This keeps everything clear, fair, and properly safeguarded for everyone involved.
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Select Booking Type
Choose how you’ll be travelling — solo, sharing a room and paying together, or sharing a room and paying separately.
Each option ensures your place on the tour is reserved correctly, with clear room allocation and individual payment tracking.
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Choose Optional Tours
Some experiences along the journey are included, while others are offered as optional additions. You can select these now — everything is clearly listed so you can shape your experience at your own pace.
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Pay Deposit or Full Balance
Secure your place with a deposit or choose to pay the full balance upfront. All payments are made into a protected client trust account, with final balances due 60 days prior to arrival.
Secure Your Place
Double Room – Pay Separately
For two travellers sharing a room who wish to book independently and pay their own share separately. Each booking will be linked to the same room.
Each traveller pays their own share. You’ll be asked to add your co-traveller’s name so we can link both payments to the same room.
20% deposit to secure your place. Final balance due 60 days before arrival.
From
$4,600
per person
Optional Extras
You may wish to opt-in to some of our optional excursions within your trip.
Day 1:
Edinburgh Option
After settling into The Hoxton and getting your first feel for Edinburgh, the afternoon opens up.
You may choose to continue exploring independently, or add a guided experience for extra context and storytelling before the group naturally reconvenes later in the day.
Edinburgh Old Town Guided Tour (Included)
A guided walk through the medieval heart of the city, exploring its closes, wynds and historic landmarks while hearing the stories, characters and events that shaped Scotland’s capital. It’s an engaging way to experience the Old Town’s layers of history, architecture and atmosphere up close.
Day 3:
Glencoe Options
By late morning, you’re deep in Glencoe, with time to absorb the landscape at a natural pace. The day opens into the glen, allowing you to choose how actively you’d like to engage with the surroundings before continuing north.
Lost Valley Walk (Included)
A guided walk into Glencoe’s hidden valley for those who wish to engage more physically with the landscape and its history.
Day 4:
Glenfinnan Options
At Glenfinnan, the pace eases, offering space to pause, observe, or add a short experience before continuing on.
Loch Shiel Cruise
($40 per person)
A peaceful boat journey across one of Scotland’s most atmospheric lochs, offering a different perspective on the landscape and surrounding mountains.
Day 5:
Oban Options
In Oban, the pace loosens by the water, with time to explore the harbour and decide how you’d like to spend the afternoon before continuing on for some dinner.
Oban Distillery Visit
($37 per person)
A guided visit to one of Scotland’s oldest working distilleries, concluding with a tasting that reflects the town’s coastal character.
Day 6:
Loch Ness
Along Loch Ness, the journey slows briefly, giving you the option to experience the loch from the water before continuing on to Inverness.
Loch Ness Cruise
($35 per person)
A tranquil cruise across the loch, combining scenery, history, and local legend.
Day 9:
Edinburgh
Back in Edinburgh, the day is left open to follow your own interests (with the choice to explore beyond the city or focus more closely on clan and craft) before everyone comes together again in the evening for the clan ceilidh.
Stirling Castle
(40 Spaces Included)
A visit to one of Scotland’s most significant castles, offering grand architecture, royal history, and sweeping views across the surrounding countryside.
“The Freedom Come All Ye”
— Hamish Henderson
Timeless Grandeur
From the towering walls of private castles to the sweeping landscapes that inspired poets and kings, Scotland’s legacy of grandeur has endured for centuries. These are the estates and landmarks once reserved for royalty, nobles, and discerning travellers places where history, beauty, and prestige meet.
Today, we open their doors to you. Whether it’s dining in a great hall where lairds once feasted, or wandering halls filled with centuries of stories, every moment is steeped in heritage. This is Scotland at its most majestic, experienced in the comfort of modern luxury.
Authentically Delivered
What makes each journey unforgettable is the way it’s brought to life. Our guides are not just experts, but true custodians of Scotland’s culture, stories, and hidden traditions. They reveal the country not as a performance, but as a living, breathing homeland.
From private conversations with whisky masters to quiet moments in secret glens, everything is shared with honesty and warmth. This is Scotland shown the way it deserves to be; authentic, personal, and unlike anything you’d find in a guidebook.
Our Scottish Founders
Bound by heritage and driven by a shared vision, Flynn, Harvey, and Simon founded The Scottish Luxury Experience to reveal Scotland at its most extraordinary. Each brings their own expertise, from storytelling and heritage to golf and whisky, but together they share one mission: to craft journeys that feel both timeless and personal.
In collaboration for the Hendersons with Diane Michael from Luxury Travel-Destinations:
Co-Founder
Flynn Blackie
Bringing together a lifelong passion for storytelling, spirit, and luxury travel, Flynn curates one-of-a-kind journeys that blend cinematic flair with meticulous attention to detail. His vision is simple: to craft experiences as unforgettable as the landscapes themselves.
Co-Founder
Harvey Blackie
Harvey brings the personal side of Scotland to life, from secret lochs passed down through family to friendships that open private estates. His knowledge ensures every journey feels both exclusive and authentic.
Co-Founder
Simon Douglas
As co-founder and resident golfer, Simon blends his love for Scotland’s fairways with a passion for sharing its hidden gems. From championship links to rare single malts, he helps shape experiences with a distinctly local touch.
Working With the Best in Scotland:
Have Questions?
For inquiries, feel free to contact us using this form. You can also reach out to our travel coordination partner for this trip:
Diane Michael
Email: diane@luxurytravel-destinations.com
Phone: 336-749-1219
Crafted, Not Packaged
Every journey begins with a blank page. We design experiences around your pace, preferences, and personality - no two itineraries are ever the same.
The Invisible Touch
From your first call to your final sunset, we quietly handle every detail. Seamless moments that feel effortless, because they are.
Local Soul, Global Standard
We blend deep local knowledge with international service standards. You’ll feel the warmth of our homeland, delivered with the precision of a five-star concierge.