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The Lure of Loch Ness - 7 Day Caledonian Canal Cruise from Oban

<p>Leaving the Hebrides in our wake, we head for The Highlands. Rich in heritage and surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery, the Great Glen cuts right through the heart of Scotland. We transit this geological fault, via the manmade sections of the Caledonian Canal and four immense lochs, Loch Lochy, Loch Oich and most famous of all, the legendary Loch Ness and Loch Dochfour.</p>
24 October, 2024 to 30 October, 2024
Category One Deluxe Cabins £ 3,490 GBP pp
The 15 deluxe cabins are located on the Richard Hannay and John Buchan Decks. All feature twin beds and large picture windows.
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Category Two Balcony Cabins £ 3,990 GBP pp
The 4 balcony cabins are located on the John Buchan Deck and feature twin beds. The balconies afford privacy and are fitted with teak furniture for you to enjoy the magnificent scenery.
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Category Three Suite £ 4,660 GBP pp
The spacious suite is located at the forward end of the John Buchan Deck and features large picture windows both port and starboard affording delightful views. The sitting area is furnished with a comfortable sofa, coffee table and mini bar.
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The Lure of Loch Ness - 7 Day Caledonian Canal Cruise from Oban itinerary:

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Day 1 Oban - Embarkation.
Day 2 Oban – Walking tour and McCaig’s Tower. Craignure, Mull – Duart Castle.

Our walking tour of Oban takes in the panoramic vistas from McCaig’s Tower at the top of Battery Hill before we sail to Craignure on Mull, for a tour of Duart Castle, seat of Clan Maclean.

Day 3 Craignure, Mull – Visit to Iona. Tobermory, Mull – Free time.

Visit sacred Iona, where St. Columba introduced Christianity to Scotland. Later, sail to the island capital of Tobermory where brightly painted houses line the waterfront, before cruising the Sound of Mull and Loch Linnhe to Corpach at the entrance of the Caledonian Canal.

Day 4 Sail to Corpach. Corpach – Glenfinnan Monument Visitor Centre.

At the Glenfinnan Monument Visitor Centre, we discover the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the moving tribute to those who died fighting for the Jacobite cause.

Day 5 Transit Neptune’s Staircase and cruise the Caledonian Canal to Fort Augustus.

Today we ascends the spectacular eight interconnected locks of Neptune’s Staircase to Banavie in the shadow of Ben Nevis.

Onwards through Loch Lochy in the heart of the Great Glen and the tranquil tree-lined Laggan Avenue, to Loch Oich, the highest point on the canal at just over 100 feet above sea level, to Fort Augustus.

Day 6 Cruise Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal. Inverness - Culloden and Clava Cairns.

Shrouded in mystery, Loch Ness is deeper than the North Sea; binoculars at the ready to search for the elusive local resident. Arriving at Inverness, our final visit is Culloden, the powerfully emotive and atmospheric battlefield where the 1745 Jacobite Rising came to a tragic end.

Day 7 Inverness - Disembarkation.
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Itineraries are subject to change.

The Lure of Loch Ness - 7 Day Caledonian Canal Cruise from Oban reverse itinerary:

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Itineraries are subject to change.

Day 7 Inverness - Disembarkation. *
Day 6 Cruise Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal. Inverness - Culloden and Clava Cairns. *

Shrouded in mystery, Loch Ness is deeper than the North Sea; binoculars at the ready to search for the elusive local resident. Arriving at Inverness, our final visit is Culloden, the powerfully emotive and atmospheric battlefield where the 1745 Jacobite Rising came to a tragic end.

Day 5 Transit Neptune’s Staircase and cruise the Caledonian Canal to Fort Augustus. *

Today we ascends the spectacular eight interconnected locks of Neptune’s Staircase to Banavie in the shadow of Ben Nevis.

Onwards through Loch Lochy in the heart of the Great Glen and the tranquil tree-lined Laggan Avenue, to Loch Oich, the highest point on the canal at just over 100 feet above sea level, to Fort Augustus.

Day 4 Sail to Corpach. Corpach – Glenfinnan Monument Visitor Centre. *

At the Glenfinnan Monument Visitor Centre, we discover the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the moving tribute to those who died fighting for the Jacobite cause.

Day 3 Craignure, Mull – Visit to Iona. Tobermory, Mull – Free time. *

Visit sacred Iona, where St. Columba introduced Christianity to Scotland. Later, sail to the island capital of Tobermory where brightly painted houses line the waterfront, before cruising the Sound of Mull and Loch Linnhe to Corpach at the entrance of the Caledonian Canal.

Day 2 Oban – Walking tour and McCaig’s Tower. Craignure, Mull – Duart Castle. *

Our walking tour of Oban takes in the panoramic vistas from McCaig’s Tower at the top of Battery Hill before we sail to Craignure on Mull, for a tour of Duart Castle, seat of Clan Maclean.

Day 1 Oban - Embarkation. *
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Lord Of The Highlands, the ship servicing The Lure of Loch Ness - 7 Day Caledonian Canal Cruise from Oban

Lord Of The Highlands

Vessel Type: Small Ship

Length: 43 metres

Passenger Capacity: 19 cabins - 38 passengers

Built/Refurbished: 2012/2020/2022/23

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.

Lord of the Highlands with her convivial company of just 38 guests and a dedicated crew, cruises the historic locks of Scotland’s majestic Caledonian Canal. There is a relaxed house party atmosphere on board this small, luxury Scottish cruise ship. Where guests can relax in comfort and style as they discover this most beautiful waterway. Offering a personal service, our crew get to know guests needs and preferences. They are determined to make sure everyone has the best possible time, creating an unforgettable experience, where guests really feel at home.

There are 21 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.

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?

Everything from tours ashore, to meals and drinks, port taxes and even gratuities are included in the fare you pay. Lord of the Highlands cruises are genuinely fully-inclusive

Cabin layout for Lord Of The Highlands
• Duart Castle, Craignure, Mull: Explore Duart Castle, the ancestral home of Clan Maclean. This historic site is situated in Craignure on the Isle of Mull and offers insight into the heritage and legacy of the Macleans.

• Iona Visit: Visit the sacred Isle of Iona, renowned for its historical significance as the place where St. Columba introduced Christianity to Scotland. The island holds cultural and religious importance and is home to the historic Iona Abbey.

• Glenfinnan Monument Visitor Centre: Experience the Glenfinnan Monument Visitor Centre, an homage to Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite cause. This center narrates the historical events and pays tribute to those who fought for the Jacobite uprising.