Expeditiecruise Schotse Eilanden & Schotland

Dag tot dag

• Dag 01 Glasgow - Greenock

  Glasgow - Greenock

  De scheepsreis begint in de Greennock, de haven dichtbij Glasgow.
  Rond 16.00u wordt u hier op de kade verwacht om in te schepen aan boord van de Ocean Adventurer.
  Als iedereen aan boord is, vertrekt het schip in noordelijke richting voor het Schotse avontuur.

• Dag 02 Lunga & Iona

  Lunga & Iona

  Sail to the Isle of Lunga, which is part of the Treshnish Isles and known for its diverse wildlife, especially its large breeding colony of puffins. The landscape offers a rugged and wild experience with no man-made facilities. The perfect destination for an immersion into nature. Half the group will start with the zodiac cruise near the cliffs and the other will walk up the hillside to where the puffins are, then the groups will switch. Then, travel to the Isle of Iona, known as the “cradle of Christianity” home to the famous Iona Abbey, and an ideal place to learn more about Scotland’s rich history. Visit the Abbey on a guided tour and see for yourself.

• Dag 03 - 04 St Kilda-archipel & Thurso

  St Kilda-archipel & Thurso

  The ship will sail to Hirta, the largest and most hospitable island of the St Kilda archipelago. You’ll stop here briefly for a visit to the remains of the village and church, where you will learn about the last Hiortans who were evacuated from here in 1930 after years of struggling to live on the island. Cruise along the coast of the islands here and pay a visit to the tallest sea stack in Britain, known as Stac Lee. Home to northern gannets and other bird species, Stac Lee offers stunning views of the surrounding archipelago and ocean.

  Search the dramatic cliffs at Duncansby Head and Dunnet Head for puffins, fulmars, and Guillemot. Visit Thurso today, the northernmost town on the mainland of Scotland. During your stop here, there are plenty of options to choose from including, the Caithness Horizons Museum, the Wolfburn Distillery, and the ruins of Thurso Castle. Enjoy the charm of this town surrounded by beautiful landscapes.

• Dag 05 Orkney-eilanden

  Orkney-eilanden

  Today the ship will head to Papa Westray and North Ronaldsay, part of the Orkney Islands, where there is a distinct sense of community, ancient sites, diverse wildlife and stunning coastal scenery. The first stop is able to be explored by foot or bike. Look out for puffins, seals, and other birdlife, and perhaps visit the oldest surviving house in Northern Europe. FInish up in North Ronaldsay, an excellent spot for stargazing. Choose to visit the island's lighthouse, the North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory, or learn how traditional farming practices contribute to its community’s unique character.

• Dag 06 - 08 Shetlandeilanden

  Shetlandeilanden

  Sail to the Shetland Islands where dramatic landscapes, rich Viking heritage, diverse wildlife, and unique cultural traditions await. Over the course of the next three days the ship will visit different parts of the islands like Foula, Papa Stour with its population of 15 people, Hermaness National Nature Reserve, and Lerwick. Spend the days searching for wildlife and seeing ancient Viking settlement sites as you delve deeper into the history of the Shetland Islands.

• Dag 09 Kirkwall, Orkney

  Kirkwall, Orkney

  Pass back through the Orkney Islands and stop to visit Kirkwall, the ‘Heart of Neolitic Orkney’ where a group of 5,000-year-old sites reside. Enjoy time to explore on land and perhaps see Skara Brae.

• Dag 10 Leith, Edinburgh

  Leith, Edinburgh

  Na het ontbijt is het tijd om te ontschepen in Leith.

  Wilt u uw reis verlengen met een paar dagen Edinburgh of met een huurauto meer van het binnenland verkennen? Laat het weten, dan maken we graag een voorstel voor u.