Day Day 1
Sunday | Inverness to Banavie
Meet in Inverness and transfer to Spirit of Scotland, moored at Banavie. After a welcome reception, perhaps enjoy an early evening stroll before dinner on board. Meals: Dinner
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Spirit of Scotland - Caledonian Canal & Loch Ness
United Kingdom7 daysApr 2027 · May 2027 · Jun 2027 · Jul 2027 · Aug 2027 · Sep 2027 · Oct 2027
The journey
Overview
Admire the breathtaking scenery of the Scottish Highlands in comfort aboard ‘Spirit of Scotland,’ which evokes the style of traditional steamers that plied the waters in days gone by. Relax in the spacious salon with its large picture windows or lounge in the heated spa pool on the expansive sun deck. Go ashore to explore romantic castles, visit historic battlefields and tour a distillery to learn about the whisky-making process.
Highlights
- ◆The hub of onboard life is the salon, featuring a bar, television, sound system and assortment of CDs
- ◆The rooftop sun deck is partially covered for open-air dining and features a spa tub
- ◆Visit the guest-friendly wheelhouse with its depth sounder, radar and fish finder
- ◆Bicycles are on hand for a relaxing ride along the towpath
- ◆Sleeps 12 guests in six queen/twin cabins, each with outside view and en suite bathroom
- ◆A crew of six ensures your comfort 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
Admire the breathtaking scenery of the Scottish Highlands in comfort aboard ‘Spirit of Scotland,’ which evokes the style of traditional steamers that plied the waters in days gone by. Relax in the spacious salon with its large picture windows or lounge in the heated spa pool on the expansive sun deck. Go ashore to explore romantic castles, visit historic battlefields and tour a distillery to learn about the whisky-making process.
- Destination
- United Kingdom
- Duration
- 7 days
- Indicative price
- From $7,490 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 | Banavie to Laggan
Visit Dalwhinnie Distillery, renowned for its single malts, for a whisky tasting. After lunch, your barge cruises across Loch Lochy to the overnight mooring at Laggan Locks. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 2.1
Transfer: Loch Ness to Fort Augustus
Day Day 3
Tuesday | Laggan to Kytra
A scenic cruise on Loch Oich, perhaps stopping for a gentle stroll en route to the pretty mooring at Kytra. Explore romantic Eilean Donan Castle, the idyllic setting for films such as Highlander and the James Bond adventure The World Is Not Enough. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 3.1
Transfer: Fort Augustus to Loch Oich
Day Day 4
Wednesday | Kytra to Fort Augustus
Experience a falconry display at the Highland Club, getting up close and personal with an array of birds demonstrating their flying skills. Cruise to Fort Augustus to descend its flight of five locks and moor opposite a former Benedictine abbey. Dine ashore this evening 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 | Fort Augustus to Dochgarroch
Pass scenic Urquhart Castle as you cruise Loch Ness - keeping an eye peeled for its fabled monster, said to inhabit the murky waters, which are over 700 feet deep. After lunch, visit 14th-century Cawdor Castle, with its beautifully landscaped gardens and superb collection of tapestries, paintings and furniture. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 5.1
Transfer: Loch Lochy to Gairlochy
Day Day 6
Friday | Dochgarroch to Muirtown
Spirit of Scotland cruises past the opened Tomnahurich swing bridge today, continuing to its final mooring at Muirtown. Visit Culloden Moor, scene of the last major battle on British soil in 1746. Then visit Tomatin Distillery, producer of award-winning whisky since 1897, for a tour and 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 | Muirtown 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
- Spirit of Scotland
Departures / operating windows
- Apr 2027
- May 2027
- Jun 2027
- Jul 2027
- Aug 2027
- Sep 2027
- Oct 2027
Booking, payment & policy notes
Booking process: Submit an enquiry for Spirit of Scotland - 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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