Imagine you and your friends combining your love of Scotland and golf with a leisurely cruise aboard Scottish Highlander, a fully-crewed luxury hotel barge, drifting along tranquil waterways past some of the most beautiful scenery in Scotland, along Loch Ness and the Caledonian canal. Your floating hotel is furnished with every modern comfort.
The finest gourmet cuisine is prepared by your on-board master chef, complemented by a wide array of fine regional wines and an open bar, and of course, the experienced and knowledgeable crew is there to attend to your slightest need.
The 8 passenger Scottish Highlander has the atmosphere of a Scottish Country House with subtle use of tartan furnishings and landscape paintings. At 117 feet she is spacious and has every comfort for year round cruising. Scottish Highlander cruises the Caledonian canal between Fort William and Inverness, through the Great Glen and along legendary Loch Ness, encountering some of Scotland's finest scenery along the way. Cuisine aboard Scottish Highlander is traditional Scottish fare - Salmon, Game, Venison and Seafood, prepared by your own Master Chef, and the experienced crew of four ensure attention to your every need during your week long cruise.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1, Sunday: Inverness to Dochgarroch
At 4 pm we meet at the charming Glenmoriston Town House Hotel in Inverness and drive you directly to the Scottish Highlander. Champagne Welcome followed by a short cruise along heather-lined canal finishing back in the sleepy village of Dochgarroch in time for dinner aboard.
Day 2, Monday: Dochgarroch to Fort Augustus
Depart at 8.30 am for the Royal Dornoch Golf Course (2 hour drive) for a round on the Championship Golf Course, one of Scotland's famous links courses designed by Tom Morris. (Tee Time of 11.30 am) Dornoch dates from 1616 and is internationally acclaimed. Return to the barge for a cruise to Fort Augustus passing Urquhart Castle on the way. Dinner on board. (18 holes, 6,514 yards Par 70: buggies and pull carts available) approx 2hr transfer from barge to golf club.
Day 3, Tuesday: Fort Augustus
After breakfast we take a packed lunch and journey to Nairn Golf Club (1 hour drive) where we play on the Championship Golf Course. (Tee times of 11.30 am). Nairn's reputation is well founded, hosting many professional and amateur events. Several holes border the North Sea and whilst Scotland's driest course, it is possibly the windiest! (18 holes, 6,705 yards, Par 72: buggies and pull carts available) approx 1 hour transfer from barge to golf club.
Day 4, Wednesday: Fort Augustus to Cullochy Lock
Morning ascent of the 5 lock flight with time to wander the village and visit antique and craft shops. We also show you the Caledonian Canal Heritage Center and see an original '30's film of the Gondolier, one of the fastest passenger paddle steamers of its time. After lunch on board we have a round of golf at nearby Fort Augustus Golf Course, (tee time 2 pm) probably the only course in the world kept manicured by a herd of sheep! Featuring 18 tees and 9 holes in a challenging canal side setting. On our return we cruise to our overnight mooring at Cullochy Lock. Dinner on board. (18 tees, 9 hole, 5,454 yards par 67: pull carts available) 10 minute transfer from barge to golf club.
Day 5, Thursday: Cullochy to Gairlochy
Morning cruise along the tree lined canal avenue and across Loch Lochy, past forest and mountain scenery, to the pretty hamlet of Gairlochy. During the afternoon we visit Spean Bridge Woollen Mill selling traditional knitwear and tweeds and the Glen Nevis Whiskey Distillery where the elaboration of whiskey is explained with a tasting. Dinner aboard
Day 6, Friday: Gairlochy to Banavie
Morning cruise to Banavie and Neptune’s Staircase of locks. After lunch onboard we transfer to Newtonmore Golf course (Tee time 2.00 pm). Newtonmore (established 1893) is a comparatively flat, easy-walking, parkland course full of exciting and invigorating challenges. It nestles appealingly in the midst of the Monadhliath and Grampian Mountains and on the banks of the River Spey. Afterwards we return to the Scottish Highlander where we usually entertain the local piper with a wee dram before the Captain’s Farewell Dinner onboard. (18 holes, 6041 yards, Par 70, pull carts and buggies available) approx. 30 minute transfer from barge to golf club.
Day 7, Saturday: Banavie to Fort William
Passengers disembark after a hearty Scottish breakfast and are transferred to Fort William by minibus arriving at approximately 9.45 am.
Notes for Golf itineraries: Scotland Golf vacation aboard Scottish Highlander Handicap Certificates are required at most Scottish Golf Clubs and must be shown to the management on arrival. Minimum Handicap allowed is Men 28 and Ladies 36. This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. On Alternative weeks the cruise is in the reverse direction.
No jeans or sweatshirts are permitted on the course or in the clubhouses. All footwear must be changed after playing golf before entering the clubhouse lounge or dining room. No alcohol is permitted on the golf courses.
Caddies are available at most of the bigger clubs but should be arranged well in advance. Hand trolleys are available for hire at most courses as are golf clubs. Buggies are more common now but walking is still generally the rule in Scotland. If you require a ride-on buggy for medical reasons, it will need to be booked well in advance. Caddies, trolleys and buggies can be pre-arranged by ourselves but should be paid for by yourselves directly to the golf club or caddy. Some courses cannot guarantee trolleys or caddies.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Open bar
- Free wines
- Gourmet cuisine
- Entry fees to excursions
Stateroom per person $3,590
Suite per person $3,990
Single supplement $1,350
Charter 2 passengers (Honeymoon) $25,100
Charter 6 passengers whole boat $25,100
Charter 7 passengers whole boat $26,300
Charter 8 passengers whole boat $27,500
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