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Barge cruises in Scotland often run near Inverness and Fort William, gliding past the Great Glen, Neptune’s Staircase locks, and open water sections of Loch Lochy and Loch Ness. Look for herons, ospreys, and swans along the reed-lined canal edges when on a barge trip in Scotland.  Enjoy the elegance aboard these small ships as you visit ancient castles, battlefields, and beautiful parks. Talk to our Trip Planners when you're ready to start planning your barge cruise of Scotland.
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Classic Cruise – Scotland

7 Days from $6,890
Join a 7-day cruise on the Scottish Highlander through Scotland's stunning Caledonian Canal, exploring sites like Loch Ness, Cawdor Castle, and Eilean Donan Castle. Experience guided tours, whisky tastings, and scenic walks, concluding your journey in Banavie with transportation back to Inverness.
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Eilan Donan Castle

Classic Cruise – Scotland

7 Days from $7,490
Experience a 7-day cruise from Banavie to Muirtown on the Spirit of Scotland, featuring a champagne welcome and visits to Caledonian highlights like Dalwhinnie Distillery, Eilean Donan Castle, and Culloden Moor. Enjoy excursions with cultural landmarks, wildlife encounters, and whisky tastings along the scenic journey.
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Eilan Donan Castle

Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Scotland

7 Days from $80,500
Experience a 7-day private cruise from Banavie to Muirtown on the Spirit of Scotland, featuring a champagne welcome and visits to Caledonian highlights like Dalwhinnie Distillery, Eilean Donan Castle, and Culloden Moor. Enjoy excursions with cultural landmarks, wildlife encounters, and whisky tastings along the scenic journey.
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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Scotland

7 Days from $53,000
Join a 7-day private cruise on the Scottish Highlander through Scotland's stunning Caledonian Canal, exploring sites like Loch Ness, Cawdor Castle, and Eilean Donan Castle. Experience guided tours, whisky tastings, and scenic walks, concluding your journey in Banavie with transportation back to Inverness.
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Spirit of Scotland Ship

Spirit of Scotland

from $7,490
Sail the magnificent waterways of Scotland aboard the elegant hotel barge, The Spirit of Scotland. Built less than 20 years ago specifically for the use as a hotel barge, this 12-passenger vessel was designed to perfection and allows guests to experience the charming Scottish ambiance.
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Cruise through Scotland aboard the Scottish Highlander

Scottish Highlander

from $6,890
The Scottish Highlander is an 8-passenger barge that cruises through the spectacular countryside of Scotland. Her classy interior gives her guests a traditional Scottish country house atmosphere that will immerse you in the stunning surroundings.
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