The first week will be spent in an a beautiful 5 Star Highland Country House within walking distance of Oban and all it has to offer. Dating back to 1870, the house was built as a summer house with uninterrupted views from the terrace or lounge bar while indulging in a glass of your favourite tipple or afternoon tea. In a beautiful, peaceful location, overlooking Oban Bay, the Isles of Kerrera, Lismore, Mull and the sound of Kerrera, this beautiful Victorian building is tranquil and secluded, yet its commanding position means that the hotel offers superb views to 3 sides. Oban’s promenade and the town’s shops are just a 10-minute stroll away. There is a cozy and exclusive bar, offering a choice of local blended and single malt whiskeys. With a huge picture window, the bar overlooks Oban Bay. The residents’ lounge is a great place to relax and read by the warmth of an open log fire. We will have a Murder Mystery one evening, musical entertainment on another and Whisky and Gin Tasting on another. The location is perfect for exploring Oban, Glencoe, Fort William and the Kintyre Peninsula.

The second week would be spent traversing the 60 miles of Caledonian Canal, one of the great waterways of the world, running through the very heart of Scotland. The cruise journeys from Loch Linnhe on the west coast to Inverness on the east coast, entering the Caledonian Canal at Fort William. The towering mass of Ben Nevis is a stunning backdrop to magnificent Loch Linnhe and the quintessential Scottish castle, Castle Stalker, before entering the 60 miles of the canal. Navigating Neptune's Staircase while on board is the best way to appreciate Thomas Telford's engineering masterpiece, with the canal passing through charming villages and beautiful countryside. The scenery is spectacular, from viewing majestic Glencoe and the towering mass of Ben Nevis to the striking reflections in the series of pretty lochs that link the canal. The area is full of historic attractions; anchoring off Castle Urquhart and the magical beauty of Loch Ness are some of the many major highlights. As it is almost impossible to find a great ship that has more than 6 state rooms, we have decided to use two sister ships that each have 6 ensuite cabins and a full crew.

In 2004 Glen Massan became the very first Majestic Line boat. A former fishing boat, this wooden hulled vessel was lovingly converted into a comfortable cruising vessel and transformed into a bespoke cruise ship. From the deck saloon, stairs lead to the spacious upper decks and the wheelhouse. You can even spend time in the wheelhouse chatting with the skipper and crew and perhaps even taking a spell at the helm. The crew have a wealth of information about the local history of the areas visited that day and aspects of marine interest. There are two top decks, the sheltered aft sun deck with sun loungers and the fore deck which is ideal for wildlife watching. Alternatively, there is plenty of space to find a corner to settle down with a book. All meals are served at the communal table in the deck saloon, although canapes and drinks are often served on the outdoor aft deck, which is accessible through French doors, to catch the last of the evening light. Early risers are welcomed by a hot drink and any other sustenance required until breakfast is served. The library stocks books on local maps, history, wildlife and attractions and a range of board and other games. There is a plasma screen in the deck saloon where scenes of local history and wildlife can be viewed or a film. The bar in the deck saloon is very well stocked, including an impressive choice of malt whiskies and gin, and is available at all times.

Like her sister ship Glen Massan, the Glen Tarsan is a lovingly converted wooden hulled former fishing boat and is now a comfortable small cruise ship perfect for exploring the magnificent Scottish coastline. The interior of Glen Tarsan is influenced by a 1930s gentleman's motor yacht. The spacious deck saloon provides a comfortable vantage point for relaxing and watching the constantly changing scenery. The deck saloon is where our guests gather and relax, it is always warm and comfortable with crew on hand, discreetly attentive. The windows allow fabulous panoramic views of the Highland coastline as the vessel gently cruises through the landscape. When the boat is at anchor the aft deck is the perfect place for milling after dinner, to share stories, watch a beautiful Scottish sunset, check out the stars and listen to the perfect silence broken only by the calls of birds and the gentle lapping of the water against the hull. The bar in the deck saloon is very well stocked, including an impressive choice of malt whiskies and gin, and is available at all times. A very popular boat with guests, Glen Tarsan was featured in the hit television series ‘Cruising with Jane McDonald’ on a ‘Mull and her Inlets and Islands’ cruise. We saw the show when it aired a few years ago and new immediately that we wanted to use this ship on a tour someday!

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Price includes all accommodation and meals which includes wine with dinner and an open bar in the evenings. Also includes all activities, sightseeing and entrance fees as listed in itinerary, along with all taxes, fees and service charges.

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$10,995 per person. 1 Double or 2 Singles Available.

$1495 single supplement.

$1000 per person deposit.

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