Lord of the Highlands, Highlands in Bloom ex Kyle of Lochalsh to Inverness

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

Garden Interest Cruise

Scotland boasts a diverse collection of gardens which are home to a vast collection of plants from around the world, in spectacular natural settings. Experience the rich diversity of Scotland’s west coast gardens and explore botanic beauty on this horticultural extravaganza.

Attadale Gardens was skilfully restored by their owner Nick MacPherson as an artist’s garden after the 1980 storm, with an impressive sculpture collection scattered throughout the 20 acre site. We sail the coast of Sutherland to Gairloch to visit the ancient walled garden at Dundonnell House, filled with camellias, magnolias and bulbs in spring, rhododendrons and a laburnum walk.

Originally laid out by Lord Macdonald in the early 19th century, the woodland gardens at Armadale Castle allow you to wander amidst 40 acres of trees, shrubs and flowers and take in panoramic views in a peaceful oasis.

The remote, hidden gem of Lip na Cloiche Garden is situated on a steep hillside on the north-west coast of Mull, with views of Ulva, the Treshnish Isles and Ben More. After sailing Loch Linnhe, we reach the Caledonian Canal at Corpach and take the mountain gondola to the summit of Aonach Mor for breathtaking vistas of the Nevis Range.

After a scenic sail of the canal and the lochs of the Great Glen, we arrive in Inverness for a walking tour of the city. Alternatively discover a wealth of flora and fauna at Cawdor Castle. The castle boasts three very different gardens each with their own unique history and appearance.

The challenge as with her sister vessel ‘Lord of the Glens’ was to craft a vessel that could both transit the intricate waters of the Caledonian Canal as well as navigate the sheltered waters around Scotland’s hauntingly beautiful fretted west coast, the result being the splendid ‘Lord of the Highlands’. Its elegance calls to mind that of a luxury yacht.

There are 19 outward facing state cabins spread over two decks each named with references to John Buchan’s “THIRTY-NINE STEPS”. Each cabin is finished in hardwood finishes, plush carpeting, dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite tv, and en suite facilities with shower, wc and washbasin. All state cabins are air conditioned and heated with an internal telephone and picture windows.

All sailings are made during daylight hours and overnight moorings are alongside with no tendering required. At each port of call there is time to independently explore as well as a programme of included shore visits. Dependent on the itinerary these include Culloden & Clava Cairns, West Highline Line to Glenfinnan, Isle of Iona, Clan Donald Centre on Skye and Eilean Donan Castle.

The cuisine is excellent, freshly prepared onboard by a loyal and long serving brigade of chefs, drawing on the rich bounty of locally sourced produce. What could be more delightful than to awake to the prospect of a full scottish breakfast and for early risers to take advantage of the complimentary hot beverages that await in the lounge and for that matter for the rest of the day as well?

Lord of the Highlands was constructed by Spanish craftsmen in Vigo for completion in July 2019 but will only enter passenger service in May 2020.

Hebridean Island Cruises has been setting the benchmark for luxury cruising since 1989. Featuring some of the finest Privately Escorted Tours, our small, five star luxury cruise ship – Hebridean Princess – affords our guests the highest standards of luxury cruise ship accommodation, together with a level of service from an almost forgotten era.

Each all-inclusive cruise is carefully planned by our own highly experienced researchers, whose brief is to capture the cultural essence and historical significance of each port of call.

Hebridean Princess, the small cruise ship which re-introduced the ‘Golden Age of Cruising’ nineteen years ago, will show you the dramatic coast of Scotland and the Western Isles and Norway from the best possible vantage point.

Outstanding service, fine cuisine, unusually spacious cabins and some of the most elegant public rooms afloat, the Hebridean Experience offers you the most relaxing luxury holiday you could wish for. An all-inclusive tariff, the very best in personal service, and some of the finest Privately Escorted Tours all tailored to be as individual as you are.

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Lord of the Highlands - John Buchan Deck

Lord of the Highlands - Richard Hannay Deck

Lord of the Highlands - Tweedsmuir Deck

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Category 3 - Suite - King Bed

The hardwood finishes are classically elegant, while the en-suite facilities provide modern amenities. Each cabin boasts:

* Picture windows
* Rich hardwood finishes
* Plush carpeting
* Dressing table
* Wardrobe
* Internal telephone
* Satellite TV
* En-suite facilities with shower, WC and washbasin
* Heating and air-conditioning

Category 1 - Deluxe Cabin - Twin Beds

The hardwood finishes are classically elegant, while the en-suite facilities provide modern amenities. Each cabin boasts:

* Picture windows
* Rich hardwood finishes
* Plush carpeting
* Dressing table
* Wardrobe
* Internal telephone
* Satellite TV
* En-suite facilities with shower, WC and washbasin
* Heating and air-conditioning

Category 2 - Balcony Cabin - Twin Beds

The hardwood finishes are classically elegant, while the en-suite facilities provide modern amenities. Each cabin boasts:

* Picture windows
* Rich hardwood finishes
* Plush carpeting
* Dressing table
* Wardrobe
* Internal telephone
* Satellite TV
* En-suite facilities with shower, WC and washbasin
* Heating and air-conditioning

Category 3 - Suite - King Bed

The hardwood finishes are classically elegant, while the en-suite facilities provide modern amenities. Each cabin boasts:

* Picture windows
* Rich hardwood finishes
* Plush carpeting
* Dressing table
* Wardrobe
* Internal telephone
* Satellite TV
* En-suite facilities with shower, WC and washbasin
* Heating and air-conditioning