Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal

6-night cruise one way cruise: departs from Loch Ness October 20th 2012

See availability calender for 2013 dates Departing from either Oban or Loch Ness

Cruise past the Island of Lismore to access the wonderful sea loch of Loch Linnhe, en route to Corpach the entry point to the masterpiece of engineering, the Caledonian Canal. Experience the engineering wonder of Neptune's staircase as you travel from Corpach to Gairlochy and then on to Loch Ness. The surrounding area is filled with historic attractions and natural wonders; The Loch Ness Monster is just one of the many myths and legends to be discovered. Anchor each night for a gourmet dinner to a different stunning backdrop of beautiful lochs with spectacular mountain ranges mirrored in the tranquil waters. The unforgettable site of Ben Nevis at sunset is a truly memorable backdrop. The loch sides are perfect for walking with lots of wildlife to watch and fascinating communities to visit and explore. There are many options for cruising and shore stops; the actual itinerary will be at the discretion of the Skipper taking into account guests wishes and the prevailing weather conditions. Typical highlights of this cruise are listed below

Typical Stopovers and Anchorages:

• Loch Linnhe; cruise the calm waters and enjoy your first night at anchor.
• Neptune's staircase; experience the amazing wonder of engineering as you travel from Corpach to Gairlochy
• Loch Lochy and Laggan Locks; some lovely shore-side walks
• Laggan Locks to Loch Oich; a fantastic walk amongst towering trees
• The Caledonian Canal Heritage Centre; drop in as you explore the delightful village of Fort Augustus
• Urquhart Castle; anchor off this iconic castle steeped in a romantic and turbulent history
• Drumnadrochit; explore a traditional Highland village on a fabulous hillside setting
• Glencoe; view the fabulous vista and its beautiful waterfalls from a unique lochside vantage point

For these cruises, please contact the office on 0131 623 5012 to discuss travel arrangements.

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