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SAVE 15% - Historic Highland Castles

7 Night Cruise Only


Make a new booking on any Lord of the Highlands voyage departing in 2025 and save 15% off the brochure fares. Discount cannot be combined with any offer and may be withdrawn without notice. Prices shown are already at the discounted fares. Conditions apply*
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Historical Interest Themed Cruise

Guest Speaker: Michael Davis – Michael researches, writes and lectures on architectural history and conservation themes, and is a visiting lecturer at the University of Strathclyde. He spoke out in favour of reconstruction of the original design during the controversy over the restoration of Glasgow School of Art, and is a past chairman of the Architectural Heritage Society of Scotland. His books include The Castles and Mansions of Ayrshire, Scots Baronial and The Scottish Castle Restoration Debate.

Historic Highland Castles cruise only package includes:
- 7 night cruise aboard Lord of the Highlands from Kyle of Lochalsh to Inverness
- Dining: Dine in the picture windowed Caledonian Restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner enjoying cuisine prepared by expert chefs from locally sourced produce
- 1 Gala dinner
- Complimentary Drinks: Compliment your meal with specially selected wines of the day, and enjoy other house wines and spirits, soft drinks and beers, tea and coffee during your time onboard at no extra charge. Taittinger Champagne is also included by the glass throughout your cruise
- Shore Tours & Entrance Fees: There is no need to decide in which tours and visits you would like to participate as these are all included
- Guides: Knowledgeable guides accompany all cruises, both on board and on the tours ashore
- Gratuities: All gratuities are included in your cruise fare, both on board and ashore
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access is available in the public rooms and cabins
- Port taxes & dues
- Courtesy coach transfers from the local airport or train station to and from Lord of the Highlands at predetermined times. For those wishing to drive, secure parking is available*
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Solo travellers: Category One Deluxe Cabins can be booked as a single cabin - supplement applies.
Special Conditions
*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in GBP, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (26Nov24). Some cabins may have obstructed views. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Travel insurance is mandatory. There is currently no Value Added Tax (VAT) on travel, which could change at any time without prior notice. Transfers only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports/train stations on exact package dates. Offer subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty.

15% discount offer: The 15% saving is for new bookings only and on the full fares. It cannot be combined with any other offer and may be withdrawn without notice.
Special Validity Dates
Special is valid from 26 November 2024 to 31 January 2025 or until sold out/withdrawn.
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
14 Jul 2025 Kyle of Lochalsh, Scotland Embark
15 Jul 2025 Kyle of Lochalsh, Scotland
15 Jul 2025 Isle of Skye, Scotland Armadale
16 Jul 2025 Tobermory, Scotland
16 Jul 2025 Craignure, Scotland
17 Jul 2025 Oban, Scotland
17 Jul 2025 Loch Linnhe, Scotland Transit Neptune's Staircase
17 Jul 2025 Corpach, Scotland
17 Jul 2025 Banavie, Scotland
18 Jul 2025 River Cruising Caledonian Canal
18 Jul 2025 Fort Augustus, Scotland
19 Jul 2025 River Cruising Caledonian Canal & Loch Ness
19 Jul 2025 Dochgarroch, Inverness, Scotland
20 Jul 2025 Inverness, Scotland
21 Jul 2025 Inverness, Scotland Disembark
Historical Themed Cruise

Guest Speaker: Michael Davis - Michael researches, writes and lectures on architectural history and conservation themes, and is a visiting lecturer at the University of Strathclyde. He spoke out in favour of reconstruction of the original design during the controversy over the restoration of Glasgow School of Art, and is a past chairman of the Architectural Heritage Society of Scotland. His books include The Castles and Mansions of Ayrshire, Scots Baronial and The Scottish Castle Restoration Debate.

From clan seats to royal residencies, Scotland has no shortage of stunning and romantic castles and palaces, and the Highlands is home to many. Picturesquely situated and packed with history, they have endured prolific battles and many of those left standing were once home to royals or other significant figures.

Cameras at the ready for your visit to the iconic Eilean Donan Castle, situated on an island at the point where three great sea lochs meet. Onwards to Armadale, where you discover the epic history of Clan Donald at the Museum of the Isles. Built as a fishing port in the late 18th century, Tobermory is a picture-postcard town where brightly painted houses line the waterfront. Visit the ancient seat of Clan Maclean, Duart Castle, which has dominated the view of the Sound of Mull for over 700 years, and admire the mighty stronghold of the MacDougalls, Dunstaffnage Castle, where Flora MacDonald was held before being sent to the Tower of London. Relax on board as you sail Loch Linnhe, passing mysterious Castle Stalker until you reach the Caledonian Canal at Corpach. From Fort Augustus, the magnificent ruins of Urquhart Castle are calling. With 1,000 years of history, Urquhart Castle offers a taste of the Highlands at their most dramatic. Fort George is the mightiest artillery fortification in Britain, created by George II as the ultimate defence against further Jacobite unrest. Contrast the traditional castle built and inhabited by the Cawdor family for over 600 years; an ancient medieval tower constructed around a legendary holly tree. Finally, travel to Brodie Castle, renowned for its elegant interiors and a world- famous art collection.

Day 1:
Kyle of Lochalsh - Embarkation.

Day 2:
Kyle of Lochalsh – Eilean Donan Castle.
Armadale, Skye – Armadale Castle and Clan Donald Centre.

Day 3:
Tobermory, Mull – Free time to explore at leisure.
Craignure, Mull – Duart Castle.

Day 4:
Oban – Dunstaffnage Castle.
Sail Loch Linnhe to Corpach and transit Neptune’s Staircase to Banavie.

Day 5:
Cruise the Caledonian Canal to Fort Augustus.
Fort Augustus – Urquhart Castle.

Day 6:
Cruise the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness.
Dochgarroch – Fort George.

Day 7:
Inverness – Cawdor Castle and Gardens.
Inverness – Brodie Castle.

Day 8:
Inverness - Disembarkation.

The challenge as with her sister vessel ‘Lord of the Glens’ was to craft a vessel that could both transit the intricate waters of the Caledonian Canal as well as navigate the sheltered waters around Scotland’s hauntingly beautiful fretted west coast, the result being the splendid ‘Lord of the Highlands’. Its elegance calls to mind that of a luxury yacht.

There are 19 outward facing state cabins spread over two decks each named with references to John Buchan’s “THIRTY-NINE STEPS”. Each cabin is finished in hardwood finishes, plush carpeting, dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite tv, and en suite facilities with shower, wc and washbasin. All state cabins are air conditioned and heated with an internal telephone and picture windows.

All sailings are made during daylight hours and overnight moorings are alongside with no tendering required. At each port of call there is time to independently explore as well as a programme of included shore visits. Dependent on the itinerary these include Culloden & Clava Cairns, West Highline Line to Glenfinnan, Isle of Iona, Clan Donald Centre on Skye and Eilean Donan Castle.

The cuisine is excellent, freshly prepared onboard by a loyal and long serving brigade of chefs, drawing on the rich bounty of locally sourced produce. What could be more delightful than to awake to the prospect of a full scottish breakfast and for early risers to take advantage of the complimentary hot beverages that await in the lounge and for that matter for the rest of the day as well?

Lord of the Highlands was constructed by Spanish craftsmen in Vigo for completion in July 2019 but will only enter passenger service in May 2020.


Ship Profile & Stats
  • Maiden voyage: 2021
  • Tonnage: 745 GT
  • Length: 45 metres
  • Beam: 10 metres
  • Draft: 2.5 metres
  • Speed: 10 knots
  • Ship registration: Britain
  • Passenger capacity (dbl): 38
  • Crew nationality: European
  • Officer nationality: British
  • Dining nationality: European
Ship Amenities
  • Satellite TV
  • Air Conditioning
  • Internal Telephone
  • Hair Dryer
  • In Room Safe
  • Installed Power onboard: Main Engines 1200kW and UK stand 3 pin plugs
Ship Facilities
  • Open Bridge
  • Lounge & Bar
  • Caledonian Restaurant
Hebridean Island Cruises has been setting the benchmark for luxury cruising since 1989. Featuring some of the finest Privately Escorted Tours, our small, five star luxury cruise ship – Hebridean Princess – affords our guests the highest standards of luxury cruise ship accommodation, together with a level of service from an almost forgotten era.

Each all-inclusive cruise is carefully planned by our own highly experienced researchers, whose brief is to capture the cultural essence and historical significance of each port of call.

Hebridean Princess, the small cruise ship which re-introduced the ‘Golden Age of Cruising’ nineteen years ago, will show you the dramatic coast of Scotland and the Western Isles and Norway from the best possible vantage point.

Outstanding service, fine cuisine, unusually spacious cabins and some of the most elegant public rooms afloat, the Hebridean Experience offers you the most relaxing luxury holiday you could wish for. An all-inclusive tariff, the very best in personal service, and some of the finest Privately Escorted Tours all tailored to be as individual as you are.

John Buchan Deck

Richard Hannay Deck

Tweedsmuir Deck

Category 1 - Deluxe Cabin - Twin Beds
The hardwood finishes are classically elegant, while the en-suite facilities provide modern amenities. Each cabin boasts:

* Picture windows
* Rich hardwood finishes
* Plush carpeting
* Dressing table
* Wardrobe
* Internal telephone
* Satellite TV
* En-suite facilities with shower, WC and washbasin
* Heating and air-conditioning

Category 2 - Balcony Cabin - Twin Beds
The hardwood finishes are classically elegant, while the en-suite facilities provide modern amenities. Each cabin boasts:

* Picture windows
* Rich hardwood finishes
* Plush carpeting
* Dressing table
* Wardrobe
* Internal telephone
* Satellite TV
* En-suite facilities with shower, WC and washbasin
* Heating and air-conditioning

Category 3 - Suite - King Bed
The hardwood finishes are classically elegant, while the en-suite facilities provide modern amenities. Each cabin boasts:

* Picture windows
* Rich hardwood finishes
* Plush carpeting
* Dressing table
* Wardrobe
* Internal telephone
* Satellite TV
* En-suite facilities with shower, WC and washbasin
* Heating and air-conditioning
From

GB £4,046*

per person
*All prices are per person twin share unless stated as solo, triple or quad share.
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