Day Day 1
Sunday | Inverness to Muirtown
Meet in Inverness for transfer to Scottish Highlander, moored at Muirtown. After a welcome reception, cruise along the picturesque, heather-lined canal. Meals: Dinner
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Scottish Highlander - Caledonian Canal & Loch Ness
United Kingdom7 daysMar 2027 · Apr 2027 · May 2027 · Jun 2027 · Jul 2027 · Aug 2027 · Sep 2027 · Oct 2027
The journey
Overview
Cruise a scenic route along canal, loch and river on the graceful Scottish Highlander, savoring traditional Scottish fare. Explore ancient castles and forts, visit one of Scotland’s oldest whisky distilleries, and keep an eye out for “Nessie” as you sail fabled Loch Ness.
Highlights
- ◆Gather in the smartly furnished saloon for drinks and panoramic shore views
- ◆Visit the all-weather, guest-friendly bridge with depth sounder, radar and fish finder
- ◆Borrow one of the provided bicycles for a relaxing ride along the canal
- ◆Sleeps eight in one queen/twin suite and three queen/twin cabins, all outward facing with en suite bathrooms
- ◆A crew of five attends to all your needs on board
- ◆Fabulous cuisine is provided by the barge's own Master Chef from sumptuous breakfast to a delicious buffet or picnic ending in a four or five course dinner each evening
Complete package information
Full package information
Cruise a scenic route along canal, loch and river on the graceful Scottish Highlander, savoring traditional Scottish fare. Explore ancient castles and forts, visit one of Scotland’s oldest whisky distilleries, and keep an eye out for “Nessie” as you sail fabled Loch Ness.
- Destination
- United Kingdom
- Duration
- 7 days
- Indicative price
- From $6,890 pp
- Operator
- Worldway Travels Group
- Travel style
- Canal Barge Cruises, Short Escapes, Cruises, Solo
- Availability
- Available
Complete day-by-day itinerary
Day Day 1.1
Transfer: Muirtown, Scotland to Loch Ness
Day Day 2
Monday | Muirtown to Dochgarroch
At Culloden Moor, see the site of the last major battle on British soil in 1746. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 2.1
Transfer: Loch Ness to Fort Augustus
Day Day 3
Tuesday | Dochgarroch to Fort Augustus
Visit 14th-century Cawdor Castle with its beautifully landscaped gardens and superb collection of tapestries, paintings and furniture. Cruise Loch Ness in search of its infamous monster — said to inhabit the murky waters, which are over 700 feet deep. Visit the imposing ruins of Urquhart Castle, set on a rocky peninsula on the banks of Loch Ness, making a scenic stop at Invermoriston Falls. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 3.1
Transfer: Fort Augustus to Loch Oich
Day Day 4
Wednesday | Fort Augustus to Kytra
Cruise up a staircase of five locks in the village of Fort Augustus, continuing to the pretty village of Cullochy. Experience a falconry display at the Highland Club, getting up close and personal with an array of birds demonstrating their flying skills. Dinner is ashore tonight at a local restaurant. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 4.1
Transfer: Loch Oich to Laggan
Day Day 4.2
Transfer: Laggan to Loch Lochy
Day Day 5
Thursday | Kytra to Laggan
Explore romantic Eilean Donan Castle this morning, the idyllic setting for films such as Highlander and James Bond's The World Is Not Enough. Cruise on scenic Loch Oich to Laggan Locks, the overnight mooring. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 5.1
Transfer: Loch Lochy to Gairlochy
Day Day 6
Friday | Laggan to Banavie
Cruise across Loch Lochy, passing through the locks of Neptune's Staircase, to moor at Banavie. Visit Dalwhinnie Distillery, renowned for its single malts, for a whisky tasting. Later, gather for a farewell dinner on board your barge. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 6.1
Transfer: Gairlochy to Banavie
Day Day 6.2
Transfer: Banavie to null
Day Day 7
Saturday | Banavie to Inverness
After breakfast, transfer to Inverness where your journey ends. Meals: Breakfast
What is included
- Round-the-clock, on-call support from Worldway’s experts
- Transfers to/from Barges
- All meals and drinks on board
- All sightseeing excursions during the cruise
Accommodation & cabin notes
- Scottish Highlander
Departures / operating windows
- Mar 2027
- Apr 2027
- May 2027
- Jun 2027
- Jul 2027
- Aug 2027
- Sep 2027
- Oct 2027
Booking, payment & policy notes
Booking process: Submit an enquiry for Scottish Highlander - Caledonian Canal & Loch Ness; a Worldway specialist verifies live availability, supplier terms, routing, rooming and guest requirements before confirmation.
Payments: Deposit, balance deadline, currency conversion and any gateway fees are confirmed in writing before payment. No automatic charge is made from this information page.
Changes & cancellation: Worldway Travels Group rules can vary by departure, cabin, aircraft, hotel and season. Final cancellation penalties are shared on the quote and invoice before booking.
Travel documents: Passport validity, visas, insurance, medical requirements and local taxes remain traveller responsibilities unless specifically included in the confirmed proposal.
Traveller questions
Can this journey be tailored?: Yes — every element can be refined to your dates, pace and interests by our specialists.
How do I reserve?: Contact our team and we'll confirm availability and secure your preferred departure.
This page is designed as a complete pre-booking dossier. Final supplier availability, taxes, route permits, aircraft positioning, visas, insurance, rooming and cancellation rules are reconfirmed by Worldway before payment or ticketing.
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