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Secret Gardens of Scotland
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Secret Gardens of Scotland

Duration 6 days
Inspiration Crafts & meetings
From €1,850 per person
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This trip in brief

  • A 6-day tour of Scotland to discover the most beautiful gardens.
  • On the program: Jupiter Artland, the Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh, Dirleton Castle, The Hermitage, Drummond Castle, Branklyn Garden and Inverewe Garden.
  • Included: 5 nights, breakfasts depending on accommodation, automatic rental car and personalised travel booklet.
  • Starting from €1,850 per person, itinerary adaptable to your wishes.

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Why choose a garden tour in Scotland?

A garden tour in Scotland allows you to discover the country from a different angle, combining botany, heritage, art and great landscapes.

The journey begins in Edinburgh with a decidedly contemporary approach. Jupiter Artland blends sculptures, nature, and landscapes before a day dedicated to the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. The latter offers the opportunity to discover important plant collections in a peaceful setting in the heart of the capital.

Next, the route reaches East Lothian. The gardens of Dirleton Castle combine medieval architecture with floral displays. This leg of the journey also offers the chance to discover a more rural region near Edinburgh.

The Scottish garden tour then continues in Perthshire. Here, the natural landscapes of The Hermitage contrast with the much more structured composition of Drummond Castle Gardens. The following day, Branklyn Garden offers a more intimate experience with its alpine and Himalayan plants.

Finally, Inverewe Garden provides a particularly original conclusion. Located in the Northwest Highlands facing the sea, the garden surprises with its plant collections and wild environment.

This trip is therefore suitable for garden enthusiasts, but not only them. The landscapes, castles, villages and creative experiences offered in Edinburgh make the program accessible to all travelers sensitive to nature and heritage.

The 6 days / 5 nights format also allows for a relatively short stay while still allowing you to discover several Scottish regions.

You can also find all our tailor-made holidays in Scotland to discover other inspirations across the country.

To further explore Scottish gardens and natural heritage, you can also visit the website of National Trust for Scotland

Secret gardens of Scotland: travel itinerary

Secret Gardens of Scotland: Embark on a 6-day garden tour of Scotland, taking you from Edinburgh to East Lothian, Perthshire, and the Highlands. Discover the Royal Botanic Garden, the historic gardens of Dirleton Castle, Drummond Castle Gardens, and Branklyn Garden. The journey combines heritage, botany, landscapes, and artistic creations before culminating in the spectacular Inverewe Garden.
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Day 1

Arrival in Edinburgh and contemporary gardens

Upon arrival in Edinburgh, go to your accommodation and settle in comfortably.

Then set off to explore Jupiter Artland, a contemporary sculpture park located on the outskirts of the capital.

This vast estate combines works of art, landscaped gardens and nature. It offers a unique first approach to the link between artistic creation and landscape.

Return to Edinburgh at the end of the day.

Then enjoy your evening freely in the capital.

Restaurant recommendations

Howies
The Scran & Scallie
Makars Mash Bar

Overnight in Edinburgh.

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Day 1
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Day 2

Royal Botanic Garden and floral design

Spend your morning exploring the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.

The garden is renowned for the richness of its plant collections. In spring, magnolias, rhododendrons and azaleas, in particular, offer magnificent blooms.

In the afternoon, you can optionally participate in a creative workshop about flowers.

Accompanied by a local craftsman, you learn to create paper flowers by working with shapes, textures and colors.

This experience adds a more artistic dimension to the day.

Then enjoy your free late afternoon in Edinburgh.

Overnight in Edinburgh.

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Day 2
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Day 3

East Lothian and Dirleton Castle Gardens

Leave Edinburgh for a day trip to the’East Lothian.

Join Dirleton Castle and discover its historic gardens.

The structured floral borders contrast with the medieval architecture of the castle and create a particularly elegant ensemble.

Then take some time to freely enjoy the gardens or discover one of the charming villages in the region.

Depending on your pace, you can continue on to North Berwick and its pleasant seafront.

Return to Edinburgh at the end of the day.

Overnight in Edinburgh.

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Day 3
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Day 4

Perthshire, The Hermitage and Drummond Castle Gardens

Leave the capital and head towards Perthshire, often considered one of the great green areas of Scotland.

Start by The Hermitage.

This natural site blends ancient forest, majestic trees, and waterfalls. Enjoy a walk in the heart of the forest before continuing your journey.

Then continue towards the Drummond Castle Gardens.

These formal gardens are among the most spectacular in the program. Their geometric compositions and historical setting offer an interesting contrast to the natural landscapes of The Hermitage.

Return to your accommodation at the end of the day.

Restaurant recommendations

The Grandtully Hotel
Fonab Brewery
The Moulin Inn

Night in Perthshire.

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Day 4
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Day 5

Branklyn Garden and relaxation in Perthshire

Start your day with a visit to Branklyn Garden.

Created at the beginning of the 20th century and now managed by the National Trust for Scotland, this intimate garden is particularly known for its alpine and Himalayan plants.

In spring, its delicate blooms are one of the main attractions of the visit.

Also enjoy its peaceful views over the Tay Valley.

In the afternoon, slow down the pace.

You can stroll along the River Tay or explore the surrounding villages at your leisure.

Night in Perthshire.

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Day 5
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Day 6

Northwest Highlands and Inverewe Garden

Set off early in the morning for a long crossing towards the Northwest Highlands.

The landscapes gradually become wilder and offer a final spectacular immersion into Scottish nature.

Join Inverewe Garden, an iconic garden of the National Trust for Scotland located facing the sea.

Thanks in particular to the local climatic conditions, the estate is home to particularly surprising botanical collections in such a northern environment.

Take your time to freely explore the gardens and enjoy the views of the surrounding landscapes.

After the visit, take the road to the airport according to the chosen arrangement.

End of stay.

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Day 6
Included
  • 5 nights in carefully selected accommodation
  • Breakfast is included depending on the accommodation.
  • Automatic rental car during the stay
  • Brightside Travel Personalised Travel Journal
  • Detailed day-by-day program
  • Interactive map of the journey
  • Restaurant suggestions and good addresses
  • Brightside Travel assistance before and during your stay
Not included
  • Round-trip flights
  • Fuel
  • Parking and any traffic fees
  • Lunches, dinners and drinks
  • Entrance fees to gardens and sites unless otherwise specified in the package
  • The optional creative flower workshop
  • Optional activities
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance and car hire
Secret Gardens of Scotland
From €1,850 per person