Lord of the Highlands

Historic Heart of Scotland

Cruise code : HEBRIDEANLOH260518
Discover the delights of the Sounds of Sleat and Mull and voyage through the tranquil waters of the Caledonian Canal, one of Britain’s most famous inland waterways. Visit medieval castles, sacred Iona, the Isles of Mull and Skye and transit the 60-mile-long canal which cuts through the Great Glen.
Date
Monday, 18 May 2026 – Monday, 25 May 2026
Locations
Kyle of Lochalsh – Inverness
Stay
7 nights
Historic Heart of Scotland

Historic Heart of Scotland

Date
Monday, 18 May 2026 – Monday, 25 May 2026
Locations
Kyle of Lochalsh – Inverness
Stay
7 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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Kyle of Lochalsh
Day 1
Monday, 18 May 2026
Kyle of Lochalsh
Embarkation
Kyle of Lochalsh
Day 2
Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Kyle of Lochalsh
Partially destroyed in a Jacobite uprising in 1719, Eilean Donan Castle lay in ruins for the best part of 200 years until Lieutenant Colonel John MacRae-Gilstrap bought the island in 1911 and restored the castle to its former glory.
Armadale, Isle of Skye
We trace the legacy of Clan Donald at the Museum of The Isles housed in the grounds of Armadale Castle.
Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Day 3
Wednesday, 20 May 2026
Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Explore the island capital of Tobermory where brightly painted houses line the waterfront.
Craignure, Isle of Mull
Day 4
Thursday, 21 May 2026
Craignure, Isle of Mull
Today we visit the sacred isle of Iona to relish the tranquility of the restored Benedictine abbey.
Oban
Day 5
Friday, 22 May 2026
Oban
Embark on a walking tour of Oban which takes in the panoramic vistas from McCaig’s Tower.
Corpach
At Glenfinnan, visit the iconic monument honouring the fallen Jacobite clansmen, framed by spectacular Highland scenery. Raise your bonnet to the lone Highlander on the top.
Banavie
Day 6
Saturday, 23 May 2026
Banavie
From sea level, Lord of the Highlands ascends the spectacular eight interconnected locks of Neptune’s Staircase to Banavie, and we spend the day relaxing on board as we transit the length of the canal which connects the Great Glen’s four lochs.
Inverness
Day 7
Sunday, 24 May 2026
Inverness
Our final visit is Culloden, the infamous battlefield where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Jacobite forces were defeated in 1746, and the well-preserved Bronze Age cemetery complex of Clava Cairns.
Inverness
Day 8
Monday, 25 May 2026
Inverness
Disembarkation