Cruising Holidays with activities on the Caledonian Canal

Reviews

Testimonials

We are very appreciative of the feedback we receive from our guests. So pleased in fact, that we wanted to share this with you. We welcome your feedback and you can do this on our socials and google page as listed below

WOW WOW WOW What a wonderful way to get away from the hustle and bustle of life and get back to nature. Far exceeded our expectations.

Dean Gump Paula Selstead 2023

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This vacation “cruise” met our needs activity levels perfectly. Dan likes to relax I like to be busy, active – we were able to do both. Still enjoy this experience together.

Maura and Drew Pare Dean 2023

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Wasn’t sure what to expect, but all experiences were way beyond what we’d thought from looking at pictures and blurb

Stuart and Sheila Johnson 2023

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This holiday was outstanding throughout. The local knowledge the crew have was always given, in an entertaining and interesting way and this was just a smidge of the whole experience. Fun – entertaining – thrilling – exciting – tranquil – friendly.

Julie Watts 2022 

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I had an excellent holiday. It exceeded my expectations and I would recommend a Caledonian Discovery holiday to my friends and family and anyone who enjoys gorgeous scenery, a mix of outdoor activities, delicious food and lots of laughter and fun.

Rebecca Parker 2022

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The ‘Great Glen Way’ is what it is… a challenge but do-able, especially with your excellent back up.

Julia Howarth 2022

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What a fun week. We really managed to stop thinking about the pandemic and enjoy a holiday. Thank you. Taken from a personal card delivered to Caledonian Discovery – 2021

Kate and James and friends

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Cannot fault the whole experience. Well organised in all aspects i.e. food times and logistics of walks, staff very friendly and welcoming. The whole journey is well worked out and organised. Thank you

David and Susan Blunt 2021

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We thought the company made exemplary measures in following Covid 19 regulations. The overall effect was one of personal safety… it could not have been improved, in our opinion.

John & Beryl Bannister 2021

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This was the first trip since lockdown. Could not have felt safer. Food was exceptional all activities great fun – walking, cycling and canoeing, catering for all abilities. Saw my first Golden Eagle and otter which guides identified, also saw ospreys.

Rosie C. (TripAdvisor review) 2021

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The best organised walking holiday we have been on. All the little details thought through. Excellent

Geoff and Janet Hanlon 2019

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Fantastic holiday walking the Great Glen. Walk in the day and back to the floating hotel in the evening….. Food was just what we needed, plenty and delicious. Amazing hot showers, better than most hotels. Comfy bed, compact and bijoux room.

Carolyn Bishop (Google review) 2019

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I wanted to walk The Great Glen and having looked at all the options I chose this. How pleased I was that I made that decision. The whole experience exceeded my expectations, no doubt enhanced by wonderful weather and lovely companions but even so, it is the only way to walk the glen, and yes I did it all, coast to coast. A lovely crew, comfortable accommodation and great food made this an exceptional holiday.

Davey Good (TripAdvisor review) 2019

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In the middle of May 2018 we had the company of the Colorado Mountain Club’s Adventure Travel.  They loved the experience and have kindly allowed us to share their blog Walking Scotland – An Outlander experience of the week aboard Fingal.

Chris Englert 2018

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So friendly and well organised you have thought of everything. The mix of wildlife & social history works so well and the crew is knowledgeable

Richard King 2018

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An outstanding holiday which far exceeded our expectations. The food was amazing and crew could not have been more helpful on information. Many thanks.

Sue Duxbury / Alan Gill 2018

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I had a fabulous time on the trip – the only way to walk the great glen.

Jill McEwan 2017

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Best last-minute, spontaneous holiday I’ve ever booked!

Jennifer Rainman 2017

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Crew were patient and helpful with beginners, which made the activity more enjoyable.

Eddie and Kim Ruddock 2017

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Activities – A good variety and I felt safe in the water even though I cannot swim

Dawn Badnell 2017

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Much better than I expected. The choice of activities was outstanding and the crew was top notch every day, all day.

David Yalte October 2016

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We did not know what the cruise would be like – the experience far exceeded expectations- the crew were superb as the range of activities were really appealing. Food brilliant and accommodation very good. Thank you

Jan and John Green July 2016

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Many thanks again to the crew and everyone at Caledonian Discovery for helping us have a great holiday. Here are some pictures.

(This is a wonderful and comprehensive pictorial description of a cruise with us. Our thanks to the “Denton pride” for allowing us to share them – Caledonian Discovery team)

Mike Williams – Aka Denton July 2016

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We did not know what the cruise would be like – the experience far exceeded expectations- the crew were superb as the range of activities were really appealing. Food brilliant and accommodation very good. Thank you

Jeff Walk late May 2015

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From beginning to end this week has been marvelous, a seamless transition from apprehensive holidaymakers to fit happy – sad to leave, outward bounders.



Stuart and Julia Miles August 2015

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Nothing like it in all my travels, throughout the world. The feeling of “home” on the water with friends (immediately) was quite outstanding. Your attention to detail, to customer importance to interpersonal skills was appreciated and admired.

Barb Downie Sept 2015

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So glad I followed up on an idea that the trip was possible. Much more than I expected.


Norma Millington Oct 2015

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WeWhat can we say a perfect holiday, the crew are just the best!

Paul and Elles Howes May 2014

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Our enjoyment of the holiday was much increased by the pleasant friendliness of the crew


Margaret and Judy June 2014

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What can we say a perfect holiday, the crew are just the best!

Wilma Logan September 201

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Continue as you are – travel stories go far and this is a great one


Gloria MacKillop May 2013

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Excellent isn’t strong enough to describe the professional and friendly crew who did so much to make sure we were comfortable and getting the most out of this amazing experience

Siriol Jones May 2013

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Love Fingal – it’s alive, warm and welcoming. The crew of 5 were all excellent and very helpful and competent. Food very good


David and Beth Bratt July 2013

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Very enjoyable, loved the informal atmosphere with everyone being part of it

Sheila Thompson August 2013

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Everything was wonderful thank you, we really liked the boat and the crew were lovely. The family feel aboard is perfect


Graeme Palmer August 2013

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Everything was perfection

Karen Crilly October 2013

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Excellent holiday! Good food and good company both staff and fellow guests


Mary Kelly October 2013

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The formula is great. The holiday exceeded all our expectations – don’t change it!

Sandy Taylor and Brett Kelly Sept 2012

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One of my best ever holidays – can’t think of anything that would have made it better


Cherie Duffy Sept 2012

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Staff were extremely competent and friendly – could not have asked for a better crew

Hannah Boylan Sept 2012

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All the crew are to be commended for their total enthusiasm and their willingness to go the extra mile whatever the situation


Dick and Gail Bradford May 2012

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Fantastic, challenging and relaxing! Thank you very much

Cath Matthew June 2012

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You put on a fantastic experience. It was a lot of fun and I will remember it for a long time


Steven Chase July 2012

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