From Kyle of Lochalsh to Inverness · Northern Europe · 7 nights
From Kyle of Lochalsh to Inverness
This former Aegean ferry was remarkably transformed and rebuilt to transit the intricate waters of the Caledonian Canal, with the elegant appeal of a vintage Pullman carriage.
Lord of the Highlands is infused with the same relaxed house
party atmosphere as the Hebridean Princess, and is perfectly in
keeping with the line’s unmistakably Scottish heritage.
Kyle of Lochalsh is a pleasant little town that sits at the mouth of Loch Alsh, close to the bridge that links the mainland with the Isle of Skye. Nearby attractions include the 13th century Eilean Donan castle, one of the most iconic tourist destinations in Scotland.
Armadale sits near the southern tip of the Sleat Peninsula on the Isle of Skye, linked by ferry to Mallaig on the mainland. Next to the ruins of Armadale Castle is a visitor’s centre dedicated to the history of Clan Donald, one of the largest clans in Scotland, and the castle is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
Tobermory, an old fishing station brightened by a crescent of colourful houses, is the main settlement on the Isle of Mull. This rugged and varied island is one of the most popular destinations in the Hebrides, and is rich in wildlife, home to species including white-tailed eagles, otters and whales.
The village of Craignure is the main ferry port on the Isle of Mull. This rugged and varied island is one of the most popular destinations in the Hebrides, and is rich in wildlife, home to species including white-tailed eagles, otters and whales.
The waterfront town of Oban, situated on Scotland’s west coast, is the main gateway to the Hebridean islands, and it’s a busy place in summer. We recommend sampling the excellent seafood while enjoying the views across to the islands of Mull and Kerrera.
Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, is a charming little city on the banks of the river Ness, and nmost visitors are here in search of monsters in nearby Loch Ness. Other nearby points of interest include the battlefield at Culloden, where the British government defeated the Jacobite rebels in 1746.
