Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal
6-night cruise
Departing from Oban October 9th & 23rd 2010
Cruise the fabulous Loch Ness as you explore one of the greatest waterways of the world, the Caledonian Canal. 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 Lochsides are perfect for walking with lots of wildlife to watch and fascinating communities to visit and explore.
Cruise highlights may include:
- Cruise the calm waters of the stunning sea loch, Loch Linnhe where you will enjoy you first night on board
- Experience the engineering wonder of Neptune's staircase at you travel frpm Corpach to Gairlochy
- Choose from several delightful walks along the shore of Loch Lochy
- Visit the impressive tall trees on a walk from Laggan Locks to Loch Oich
- Drop into the Caledonian Canal Heritage Centre as you explore the delightful village of Fort Augustus
- Anchor off iconic Urquart Castle, steeped in a romantic and turbulent history
- Call in at the typical highland community of Drumnadrochit on a fabulous hillside setting
- View Glencoe and its beautiful waterfalls from a unique lochside vantage point
Getting to Oban: If arriving by train to Glasgow, there is an excellent and very scenic train route from Glasgow to Oban. If driving, cars may be left in secure paid parking in Oban. If flying to Glasgow Airport, pickup can be arranged at 12 noon on the Saturday for transfer to Oban Bay. There is a subsidised charge for this service which takes around two and a half hours. Alternatively you may wish to take the Glasgow to Oban seaplane which boards at Glasgow at 1.30pm and arrives in Oban Bay less than one hour later.