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Highland Castles and Gardens
From clan seats to royal residences, Scotland has no shortage of stunning and romantic castles ...

Highland Castles and Gardens

Oban to Inverness

Wednesday 22nd April to Tuesday 28th April 2026

6 nights including
1 Gala Dinner

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.

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See our itinerary below...

Below you can explore the itinerary for this cruise. Click on the arrows to see more information on each days itinerary. Simply click the ‘Book this Cruise’ button to get booking and embark on an exciting journey with us…

Brochure prices per person

Deluxe Cabin – Twin Balcony Cabin – Twin Suite – Double (Kingsize) Deluxe Cabin – Single
£3,860 £4,440 £5,120 £5,420

Wednesday 22nd April

Oban - Embarkation.

Thursday 23rd April

Oban – An Cala Garden. Tobermory, Mull – Free time to explore at leisure.

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. Explore the island capital of Tobermory on Mull where colourful houses line the harbour.

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Friday 24th April

Craignure, Mull – Visit to Iona. Craignure, Mull – Duart Castle.

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 before we 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.

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Saturday 25th April

Cruise Loch Linnhe to Corpach. Corpach – Larachmhor Garden.

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.

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Sunday 26th April

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

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.

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Monday 27th April

Cruise Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal to Inverness. Inverness – Cawdor Castle and Gardens.

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.

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Tuesday 28th April

Inverness – Disembarkation.

Our decks and Cabins

Below you can see our decks and what cabins are on each of them. If you click the arrow you can see further information on each cabin and what it has to offer. So get exploring and get booking. We look forward to you joining us on board for an experience of a lifetime…

Lord of the Highlands Cabins
C1

Category One Deluxe Cabins

John Buchan Deck and Richard Hannay Deck

Category One Deluxe Cabins

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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C2

Category Two Balcony Cabins

John Buchan Deck

Category Two Balcony Cabins

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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C3

Category Three Suite

John Buchan

Category Three Suite

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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