10 reasons to sail on Hebridean Island Cruises’ Lord of the Highlands

Few voyages combine spectacular scenery with such a strong sense of place as Hebridean Island Cruises’ Lord of the Highlands. This intimate 19-cabin ship feels more like a floating Scottish country house than a conventional cruise liner; complete with polished wood interiors, tartan touches and a welcoming crew who quickly know every guest by name. Sailing from Oban to Inverness, the six-night itinerary is unusual in combining the Hebridean islands of Mull and Iona with a cruise through the Caledonian Canal. Along the way, passengers explore castles, battlefields, wildlife and centuries of Scottish history, all while enjoying gourmet dining, an impressive whisky selection and genuinely all-inclusive hospitality. More than simply a scenic voyage, this is an immersive journey through Scotland’s past and present, revealing how faith, rebellion, engineering and cultural revival shaped a nation. Here are ten reasons why Lord of the Highlands deserves a place on every traveller’s Scottish wish list. 1.Cruise through Scotland’s history Most cruises showcase beautiful destinations. Lord of the Highlands tells a story too. On our cruise the resident historian was David Barnes. His chronolog...