Lord of the Highlands

Highland Castles & Gardens

Cruise code : HEBRIDEANLOH260422
From clan seats to royal residences, Scotland has no shortage of stunning and romantic castles and the Highlands is home to many. Picturesquely situated and full of history, many are also complemented by extensive gardens, full of diverse plant collections.
Date
Wednesday, 22 April 2026 – Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Locations
Oban – Inverness
Stay
6 nights
Highland Castles & Gardens

Highland Castles & Gardens

Date
Wednesday, 22 April 2026 – Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Locations
Oban – Inverness
Stay
6 nights

Check out the Enrichment

Lord of the Highlands’ cruise destinations along Scotland’s Caledonian Canal, the Great Glen and the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, showcase this spectacular part of the world. There is no need to decide which tours and visits you would like to participate in, as they are all included in the fare. Plus, a knowledgeable guide is always on board to share information and answer your questions.

We look forward to welcoming you on board Lord of the Highlands to share with you the dramatic beauty, rich history and enchanting stories of Scotland’s magnificent seaboard. All from the comfort of our stylish, intimate and small cruise ship.

Check out the Entertainment

With rich hardwood finishes, offset by cream panelling, Lord of the Highlands is reminiscent of a Pullman carriage from the golden age. The splendid and elevated upper deck affords spectacular views from the picture windows as guests dine in the Caledonian Restaurant or relax in the Panorama Lounge with a drink from the well-stocked bar. There are nineteen outward facing pictured windowed cabins, spread over two decks, including a suite and four with small private balconies.

Check out the Dining

Fine dining is a vital part of the perfect cruising experience. On Lord of the Highlands we take special pride in the quality of our cuisine, prepared by expert chefs from locally sourced produce. Our wines are carefully selected to complement our varied menus. 

Only the freshest and finest ingredients are used in our menu choices, most of which are procured from local suppliers. Sparkling glass and fine china complement the excellent cuisine.

Meals on board Lord of the Highlands are an invitation to dine among friends in the elegant Caledonian Restaurant, where all-round picture windows mean you will never miss the view.

Breakfasts are informal and are as healthy or as hearty as you choose with fresh fruit, cooked Scottish fayre and of course, Chef’s own take on that Scottish staple (porridge), with or without a wee dram!

Lunch varies, depending on the day’s activities, and our dedicated crew is ever-present to attendto your every need.

In the evening, dinner is a full service, banquetstyle, three course meal with coffee and petit fours. Our Gala Dinners are sparkling occasions, from the Champagne reception in the lounge to a gourmet dinner – and no cruise would be complete without a traditional recital of Robert Burns’ Address to a Haggis!

Independent travellers will find a warm welcome, as seating is with fellow guests in a single sitting with a relaxed and informal atmosphere.

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DAILY ITINERARY INFO

Over the course of your cruise, guests will venture to a variety of islands celebrated for their culture, history and serenity. Explore the path you'll travel on below…
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Oban
Day 1
Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Oban
Embarkation
Oban
Day 2
Thursday, 23 April 2026
Oban
An Cala is a small mid-20th-century plantsman’s garden created on steep ground with views over an island-studded seascape, comprising formal terraces, a terraced rose garden enclosed by yew hedges, streamside plantings and woodland gardens. 
Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Explore the island capital of Tobermory on Mull where colourful houses line the harbour.
Craignure, Isle of Mull
Day 3
Friday, 24 April 2026
Craignure, Isle of Mull
Discover the Maclean stronghold of Duart Castle with its 700 years of clan history. Walk the battlements and lose yourself in the breathtaking views looking out across the Sound of Mull.
Craignure, Isle of Mull
From Craignure we travel to the sacred Isle of Iona, the last resting place of some 50 Scottish kings where St Columba introduced Christianity to Scotland in 563AD. The restored Benedictine Abbey offers peaceful tranquillity.
Corpach
Day 4
Saturday, 25 April 2026
Corpach
Today we sail Loch Linnhe, passing mysterious lochs and islands until we reach Corpach, and the 28 acre woodland garden at Larachmhor, abundant with colourful rhododendrons and other exotic shrubs.
Banavie
Day 5
Sunday, 26 April 2026
Banavie
We spend the day relaxing on board as we ascend Neptune’s Staircase and sail the tranquil waters of the Caledonian Canal to Fort Augustus.
Inverness
Day 6
Monday, 27 April 2026
Inverness
Entering Loch Ness, we pass the romantic ruins of Urquhart Castle, en route to Inverness where the delights of Cawdor Castle await. Forever immortalised in Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the 14th century home of the Thanes of Cawdor boasts three very different gardens, each with their own unique history and appearance.
Inverness
Day 7
Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Inverness
Disembarkation