The Barge Company. Relax, Unwind and Let the World Float by... TM. Scottish Highlander Cruising in Scotland The Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness

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1 117 FEET LONG Cruising in Scotland The Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness 8 GUESTS 4 CREW 1 DOUBLE SUITE, 3 TWIN OR DOUBLE STATEROOMS, ALL WITH PRI- VATE EN-SUITE BATHROOMS 8 GOOD QUALITY TOURING BICYCLES FISH FINDER AND RADAR CENTRAL HEATING STEREO SYSTEM AND CDS, BOARD GAMES AND A SMALL LIBRARY OF BOOKS, MINIBUS FOR DAILY EXCURSIONS The 8 passenger Scottish Highlander has the magical atmosphere of a Scottish country house with the subtle use of tartan furnishings and landscape paintings creating an authentic and restful atmosphere. Most recently refitted in winter 2005/6, at 117 feet, she is spacious and has every cruising comfort for year round cruising. The food served on board is traditional Scottish fare: salmon, game, venison and seafood, prepared by your own Master Chef. Her experienced crew of four assure attention to your every need whilst the cruise along the Great Glen encounters some of Scotland s most magnificent scenery. Many treasures of Scotland will be explored on this cruise as you cruise through various lochs and the famous Caledonian Canal. Very different in feel from our French cruises, this is a real must do! 2008 PRICES (USD) VALUE SEASON REGULAR SEASON Stateroom per guest $3,150 $3,590 Suite per guest $3,490 $3,990 Single supplement $1,200 $1,350 Charter for 6 guests $22,000 $25,100 Charter for 7 guests $23,000 $26,300 Cruise highlights may include: Cawdor Castle, Home of Shakespeare s Macbeth Culloden Moor, the last British battleground in 1746 Tea at Glangarry Castle Hotel Visit to the Fort Augustus Heritage Centre Overnight Mooring at 13th Century Urquart Castle Beautiful Loch Oich, Ness and Lochy Spectacular rugged scenery, wildlife and folklore Visit Glen Coe, scene of treachery between the Campbell and MacDonald clans Charter for 8 guests $24,000 $27,500 JAN, FEB, MARCH, NOV, DEC NIGHT WINTER CHARTER PRICES AVAILABLE US$14,500 for 3 night all-inclusive private charter cruise. VALUE SEASON DATES: January; February; March; April; 12, 19, 26 October; November; December 2008 REGULAR SEASON DATES: May; June; July; August; September; 05 October 2008 PICK-UP 4pm, The Glenmoriston Town House Hotel, Inverness, Scotland DROP-OFF After breakfast on the last day, at the Glenmoriston Town House Hotel, Inverness, Scotland CRUISES START ON A SUNDAY AND END ON THE FOLLOWING SATURDAY The Scottish Highlander will also be offering the following THEME CRUISES FOR CHARTER GROUPS ONLY in Please contact us for itineraries and availability: - Golf Cruises, with a $800 supplement per golfer (non-golfers do not pay the supplement). For charter groups of 4 8 people. - Cycling Cruises, with a $3000 supplement per charter (includes the services of a Professional Cycling Tour Guide and an upgrade of bicycles) - Walking Cruises, with a $2200 supplement per charter (includes the services of a Professional Walking Guide. - Fishing Cruises price on request depending on how many are fishing and how often you go out fishing. The supplement includes the services of a professional ghillie and all fishing equipment). - Christmas and Hogmanay 6 Night Cruises price on request - Family Cruises, with no supplement. - Winter 3 Night Cruises, at Value rates (contact us for availablity).

2 Sample Itinerary Banavie to Dochgarroch Cruise Itinerary Sunday, Day 1 Inverness to Banavie At 4pm we meet at the Glenmoriston Town House Hotel in Inverness and transfer to Scottish Highlander moored at Banavie. A Champagne welcome is followed by time for a walk or cycle along the towpath before dinner aboard. Monday, Day 2 Banavie to Gairlochy In the morning we visit the mystic battlefields of Glencoe, followed by a visit to the Glen Nevis distillery for an insight into the secrets of the various stages of Whisky preparation and taste a wee dram or two. In the afternoon we cruise to Gairlochy. Return to the barge for dinner aboard. Tuesday, Day 3 Gairlochy to Fort Cullochy Lock This morning there is a chance to see either the World War 2 Commando Memorial, the woollen mill at Spean Bridge selling traditional knitwear and tweeds or the Clan Cameron Museum. Leave Gairlochy for an afternoon cruise via two locks at Laggan, through Lochs Oich and Lochy and through Cullochy, mooring below the lock. Wednesday, Day 4 Cullochy to Fort Augustus This morning we drive through Glen Moriston and stunning highland countryside to romantic Eilean Doonan castle, setting for the film Highlander. Eilean Doonan castle has an idyllic island setting with commanding views of three sea lochs. Following the abortive Jacobite rising of 1719, the ruins were abandoned for 200 years until the 20 th century when a complete reconstruction was undertaken. On the way back we visit a deer farm. We rejoin the barge and cruise to Fort Augustus where we dine out at The Caledonian Hotel. Thursday, Day 5 Fort Augustus In the morning we have plenty of time to look around the pretty Caledonian village of Fort Augustus before making our way down the staircase of five locks. After lunch we visit Urquhart Castle or with family charters explore the Nessie Museum. There is also a picnic opportunity today. Friday, Day 6 Fort Augustus to Dochgarroch In the morning we leave Fort Augustus and cruise the South Shore of Loch Ness and Loch Dochfour passing Urquhart Castle, seeing an abundance of wildlife en route. This afternoon we visit the 14 th century fairytale Cawdor Castle immortalised by Shakespeare with Macbeth, housing a superb collection of tapestries, pictures and furniture with beautiful landscaped gardens. We also visit Culloden Moor made famous by the MacDonald s and Campbell battle in the 13 th century. Captains Farewell Dinner aboard. Saturday Day 7 Dochgarroch to Inverness Passengers disembark around 9.30am for the transfer to Inverness by minibus after a hearty Scottish breakfast. On alternative week the itinerary is in reverse direction. This itinerary is subject to change.

3 Dochgarroch to Banavie Cruise Itinerary Sunday, Inverness to Dochgarroch At 4pm we meet at the Glenmoriston Town House Hotel in Inverness and transfer to Scottish Highlander moored at Dochgarroch. Champagne welcome followed by a short evening cruise along the heather lined canal to the winding hole. Dinner aboard. Monday, Dochgarroch to Fort Augustus This morning we visit the 14 th century fairytale Cawdor Castle immortalised by Shakespeare with Macbeth, housing a superb collection of tapestries, pictures and furniture with beautiful landscaped gardens. We also visit Culloden Moor made famous by the MacDonald s and Campbell Battle in the 13 th Century. After lunch we cruise Loch Dochfour to Fort Augustus passing Urquhart Castle and the South Shore of Loch Ness where there is an abundance of wildlife, and moor near Fort Augustus Abbey. Tonight we often invite the local piper on board. Dinner aboard. Tuesday, Fort Augustus After breakfast we cruise up the staircase of five locks, through the village of Fort Augustus, which gives us plenty of time to shop and look around this pretty Caledonian gem. After lunch we visit Urquhart Castle or with family charters explore the Nessie Museum. There is also a picnic opportunity today. Fort Augustus has a charming heather-laced 9 or 18 hole golf course, where the official green keepers are sheep! We dine out tonight at a local restaurant. Wednesday, Fort Augustus to Cullochy Lock We leave Fort Augustus this morning and cruise to Cullochy Lock via Kytra. After lunch we drive through Glen Moriston and stunning highland countryside to romantic medieval Eilean Donan Castle, setting for the film Highlander. Eilean Donan Castle has an idyllic island setting with commanding views of three sea lochs and frequent sightings of otters, dolphins and the Isle of Skye. Following the abortive Jacobite rising of 1719, the ruins of the Castle were abandoned for 200 years until the 20C when a complete reconstruction was undertaken. Dinner aboard. Thursday, Cullochy Locks to Gairlochy Leave Cullochy Locks for a morning cruise via two locks at Laggan through Lochs Oich and Lochy to Gairlochy. In the afternoon there is a chance to see either the World War II Commando memorial, the woollen mill at Spean Bridge selling traditional knitwear and tweeds or the Clan Cameron museum. Dinner aboard. Friday, Gairlochy to Banavie Morning visit to the mystic battlefields of Glencoe. On the way back visit the Glen Nevis distillery for an insight into the secrets of the various stages of Whisky preparation and taste a wee dram or two. In the afternoon we cruise to Banavie and Neptune s Staircase, a flight of eight lochs that is a spectacular feat of engineering. Farewell Captain s Dinner on board. Saturday, Banavie to Inverness Passengers disembark for the transfer to Inverness by minibus after a hearty Scottish breakfast arriving in Inverness by about 10.30am. On alternative week the itinerary is in reverse direction. This itinerary is subject to change.

4 More Pictures (Click on an image to enlarge) A Double Cabin Two Lovely Twin Cabins... Stunning Ancient Castles The Barge Moored Up The Cosy Saloon The Barge Whilst Cruising Beautiful Scottish Cattle

5 Client Quotes Here are just a few of the things that past clients have had to say about their cruises on SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER... We had a great time aboard the "Highlander". Captain Duncan and his crew were great!! The side trips with Steve were well executed and Maureen is a great cook. We really appreciated the personalized service. Phil G. Arrived home yesterday, having had a wonderful time in Scotland. What a beautiful country! We drove all over with our Scottish friends, and saw quite a bit of the Western side and also Skye. The weather was perfectly beautiful, and Duncan said he had never seen the mountains so clearly. The crew was just wonderful, as was the food, and our cabin. We rode the bikes and enjoyed every minute, thanks to you. I have sung your praises loud and strong, and hope one day to refer someone to you. Milt and Bernice

6 Food and Wine Sample Dinner Menus for Scottish Highlander Sunday Terrine of leek and banana shallots with apricot and cardamom dressing Marinated fillet of Scottish beef presented on a mustard mash finished with wilted spinach and a veal glaze. Chilled Banana Soufflé with Burnt Orange Sauce Monday Cullen skink Roast fillet of lamb encased in a courgette and aubergine robe presented with a rich port sauce. Choux pastry balls filled with hazelnuts and bananas with a rich caramel glaze Tuesday Tartare of crabmeat and pink grapefruit with smoked salmon served with sour cream flavoured horseradish and lime. Braised saddle of venison with pot-roasted root vegetables flavoured with gin and juniper. Baked cinnamon cheesecake with raspberry sauce and burnt chocolate shavings. Wednesday Roasted sweet pepper tartlet with oyster mushroom duxelle and crème fraiche. Medley of sea bass, tiger prawns, turbot and crayfish on a tomato and aubergine galette with white butter sauce infused with dill. Lime and roasted hazelnut tart served with lightly soured cream infused with chopped mint. Thursday Escalope of foie gras on a salad of new potatoes with a chervil and honey dressing Pan fried breast of guinea fowl with glazed apples and prunes served with a lightly spiced Indian sauce Cranacham sponge with raspberry whiskey, cream & toasted oatmeal Friday Haggis starter Breast of chicken with a mango and sweet corn farce set upon a rich red wine sauce gently flavoured with tarragon. Poached chocolate and raspberry meringue with a warm elderflower and amaretto sauce.

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