Lord of the Glens, Inland Waterways & Idyllic Isles ex Kyle of Lochalsh to Inverness

7 Night Cruise sailing from Kyle of Lochalsh to Inverness aboard Lord of the Glens.

Sail over the sea to the remote and beautiful islands of the Inner Hebrides, and voyage along one of Great Britain’s most famous inland waterways, the Caledonian Canal on board Lord of the Glens which offers a unique perspective on Scotland in grand style.

Day 1
Kyle of Lochalsh – Embarkation.
Arrive in Kyle of Lochalsh and embark Lord of the Glens.

Day 2
Cameras at the ready for our visit to the iconic Eilean Donan Castle, situated on an island at the point where three great sea lochs meet, and surrounded by majestic scenery. Departing from Kyle of Lochalsh we sail to the Isle of Skye where we discover the epic history of Clan Donald at Armadale Castle and the Museum of the Isles.

Day 3
This morning we sail to the Small Isle of Eigg to experience what life is like for the island community of 90 people, living in the shadow of the dramatic pitchstone ridge of An Sgùrr. We cruise around the most westerly point of the British mainland, Ardnamurchan, to the Isle of Mull and its capital Tobermory and enjoy free time in the harbour town, where brightly painted houses line the waterfront; originally built by the British Fisheries Company to house its workers.

Day 4
From Craignure we travel to the Isle of Iona, the last resting place of some 50 Scottish Kings and where St. Columba introduced Christianity to Scotland. Here we can explore the restored Benedictine Abbey and absorb the tranquility of this sacred isle. An early evening sail brings us to Oban, the seafood capital of the Highlands.

Day 5
Explore Oban, the gateway to the Isles, on a guided walk up to McCaig’s Tower. This prominent landmark, on Battery Hill, was inspired by the Roman Colosseum. Later we sail Loch Linnhe, passing mysterious lochs and islands until we reach the Caledonian Canal at Corpach and take a scheduled service along part of the West Highland Railway over the renowned viaduct at beautiful Glenfinnan.

Day 6
Today we relax on board as Lord of the Glens ascends Neptune’s Staircase, a set of eight interconnected locks, which lift the vessel 64 feet to Banavie, and sail through Lochs Lochy and Oich before transitting the tranquil, tree-lined Laggan Avenue and descending the series of locks to Loch Ness. In the evening we reach Fort Augustus where we berth overnight.

Day 7
This morning, we enter Loch Ness, pausing approximately half-way for a photo opportunity in front of the romantic ruins of Urquhart Castle. Our final visit is Culloden, the infamous battlefield where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Jacobite forces were defeated in 1746, and observe the ancient standing stones of Clava Cairns, ahead of the farewell reception and dinner at our overnight berth in Inverness.

Day 8
Disembark in Inverness after breakfast, for the onward journey home.

Lord of the Glens is the perfect way to explore Scotland’s Highlands and coastal islands in a relaxed atmosphere. Her classical appeal embraces a timeless style with polished wood and teak decks, offering delicious cuisine and personal service.

Lord of the Glens has 26 comfortably appointed cabins, all boasting hardwood finishes, en-suite facilities and views of the passing landscapes. Meals are freshly prepared on board by a loyal brigade of chefs, drawing on a bounty of locally sourced produce, whilst the Sir Walter Scott lounge and bar, on the upper deck, provide for magnificent all-around panoramic views of the Highland scenery.

At 150 feet, the vessel was designed to transit the network of locks and canals that cut through the heart of the Highlands. Every cruise on board Lord of the Glens journeys along the hauntingly beautiful Caledonian Canal; known as the Royal Route, following its endorsement by Queen Victoria in 1873. The canal transports guests serenely from Inverness to Fort William, and with only 52 guests on board, the emphasis is not on speed, but on style, whilst the relaxed and cosy atmosphere harks back to tailor-made travel of the old-fashioned variety.

Discover the intricate, inland waters of the Caledonian Canal, and the stunningly beautiful west coast of Scotland from on board the truly unique Lord of the Glens.

Step on board one of Scotland’s most elegant cruise ships – Lord of the Glens. Enjoy an inspirational and relaxing Scottish Highland cruise along stunning waterways, hidden sea lochs and beautiful island gems. Explore Scottish history and folklore from Urquhart Castle to the Loch Ness Monster. Experience the magical Glenfinnan Viaduct and the splendour of Mull and Oban. For over twenty years, Lord of the Glens has been synonymous with the Caledonian Canal and Great Glen. With sleek looks and comfortable interiors she is the perfect way to experience Scotland from the water.

With nothing to clutter the view, Lord of the Glens cruises offer beautiful Scottish scenery every day. Enjoy gourmet dinners, made from fresh Scottish produce and relax in comfortable cabins, with either windows or portholes. Every voyage offers guests an insight into the Scottish Highlands, the Caledonian Canal and Great Glen.

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Lord of the Glens - James Watt Deck

Lord of the Glens - David Roberts Deck

Lord of the Glens - Alexander Graham Bell Deck

Lord of the Glens - Thomas Telford Deck

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Category Two Cabin

All these cabins have glorious picture windows. There are four twin berth cabins (201, 202, 209 and 210) and four double-bedded cabins (211, 212, 219 and 218). Furthermore, each cabin has en-suite facilities (shower, toilet and washbasin) with eco-friendly Highland Company toiletries. And there is plenty of storage space, a dressing table, a safe, a hairdryer, satellite TV, music system, telephone and individually controlled air conditioning and heating.

Category Three Cabin

These cabins are the largest cabins on the vessel and are great for those who would like some extra space. All these cabins have large picture windows so you’ll never miss a thing. Each cabin has en-suite facilities (shower, toilet and washbasin) with eco-friendly Highland Company toiletries. Furthermore, there is plenty of storage space, a dressing table, a safe, a hairdryer, satellite TV, music system, telephone and individually controlled air conditioning and heating.

Category One Cabin

These cabins are located on the James Watt Deck which is two decks below the reception level. Cabins 103 and 105 are twin-bedded. Cabin 106 can be either double or twin-bedded. Each cabin has two large portholes to enjoy the views. Each cabin has en-suite facilities (shower, toilet and washbasin) with eco-friendly Highland Company toiletries. Furthermore, there is plenty of storage space, a dressing table, a safe, a hairdryer, satellite TV, music system, telephone and individually controlled air conditioning and heating.