Secrets of the Highlands & Islands - Lord of the Glens

This seven night voyage, through the very heart of the Scottish Highlands, introduces the interested traveller to the intricate and endlessly fascinating inland waters of the Caledonian Canal, the glistening waters of Loch Linnhe, the Sound of Mull, the Sound of Sleat and finally, Kyle Rhea.

This cruise will appeal to those seeking great natural beauty, excellent cuisine and warm and friendly service from a dedicated crew. At all ports of call there is something to interest and fascinate, but there will always be an opportunity to perhaps read a book, or sip a glass of wine as the glories of the landscape slip by.
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Cruise package includes:
- 7 night cruise aboard Lord of the Glen from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh
- Meals: The delicious cuisine makes use of the bountiful local produce including fresh fish, meats and poultry. A hearty Scottish breakfast welcomes the day with plentiful options. Lunch varies, depending on the day’s activities. In the evening, dinner is a full service, three course meal with coffee. On the final gala evening, no cruise would be complete without a traditional recital of Robert Burns’ Address to a Haggis!
- For early risers, complimentary hot beverages are available in the bar on a self-service basis - as well as throughout the day.
- Shore excursions as indicated in the day by day itinerary (see below)
- A complimentary email/Internet/printing facility is available. Given that the signal is obtained via mobile telephony, it is subject to signal variation. Limited wifi is available.
- Port taxes & dues
- A courtesy transfer service is provided at pre-determined times from and to Inverness Airport and a central Inverness point (to and from the vessel) for all voyages.
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DISCOUNTS:
The fares shown here are full brochure fare. Please contact us for your best offer. All rates in GBP.
Sole Occupancy: of a twin/double cabin (James Watt and David Roberts Deck only) - Add 60% to the above per person fare. Add 100% to the above per person prices for the Alexander Graham Bell Deck. Subject to availability.
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Not included:
- Alcoholic drinks
- Gratuities: The giving of a gratuity (or tipping) is always a matter of personal choice. If the service received on board has been estimated by guests as to their expectations, or hopefully exceeded them, then perhaps £10 per guest per day might well be appropriate. All such gratuities are pooled and distributed equally amongst the hotel crew.
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DAY TO DAY ITINERARY:

Day 1
Inverness – Embarkation.
Arrive in Inverness and embark Lord of the Glens. This evening, we enjoy a welcome reception and dinner whilst remaining berthed in the city.

Day 2
This morning visit Culloden, the infamous battlefield where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Jacobite forces were defeated in 1746, and observe the ancient standing stones of Clava Cairns. We set sail this afternoon on the Caledonian Canal, built between 1803 and 1822 to connect the Great Glen’s four lochs. Entering Loch Ness, we pass the romantic ruins of Urquhart Castle, before ascending the impressive flight of locks that runs through the heart of Fort Augustus, the scenic and historic village, where we remain overnight.

Day 3
Continue along the canal through Loch Oich, ascending to 106 feet at Laggan Locks after gliding serenely along the tree-lined section known as Laggan Avenue. Onwards through picturesque Loch Lochy, to Banavie in the shadow of Ben Nevis. Descending the spectacular eight inter-connected locks of Neptune’s Staircase, Lord of the Glens is lowered to sea level at Corpach.

In the late afternoon, we take a scheduled train along part of the West Highland Railway and over the renowned viaduct to beautiful Glenfinnan; curving high over the waters of Loch Shiel, it found fame in the Harry Potter films for the Hogwarts Express.

Day 4
Entering the serenely beautiful and sheltered waters of Loch Linnhe, we sail to Oban, the seafood capital of the Highlands. Take a guided walk up to McCaig's Tower; inspired by the Roman Colosseum, it affords spectacular views of the Hebrides. We berth in Oban overnight.

Day 5
This morning, we sail to Craignure on Mull for a visit to the Isle of Iona, the last resting place of some 50 Scottish Kings and where St. Columba introduced Christianity to Scotland.

Day 6
This morning, we sail to the island capital of Tobermory where brightly painted houses line the waterfront which was originally built by the British Fisheries Company to house its workers.

Sailing north to the Small Isle of Eigg, we catch glimpses of the islands of the Inner Hebrides along the way. This community owned island is a nature reserve and allows us to go in search of marine animals and birdlife, including Atlantic seals, minke whales, dolphins, porpoises and a variety of seabirds.

Day 7
An early morning sail across the Sound of Sleat leads us to Armadale on the Isle of Skye where we trace the legacy of the Clan MacDonald at the Museum of The Isles. Our final port of call is Kyle of Lochalsh from where we visit the iconic Eilean Donan Castle, ahead of the farewell dinner.

Day 8
Disembark in Kyle of Lochalsh after breakfast for the onward transfer to Inverness.