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REMOTE ISLES & SCENIC LANDSCAPES
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A Fred. Olsen cruise to the British Isles offers captivating scenery, sprawling countryside, ancient historical sites and culture-rich cities. These itineraries are packed with Scenic Discoveries, so you can listen to commentary while we sail past sites such as the basalt columns of Fingal’s Cave and the birdlife haven of Sumburgh Head. On many of our British Isles cruises, wildlife charity ORCA will be on board to help you spot wildlife from the open decks.
Scenic Isles Of Scotland In Five Nights
WILDLIFE & CULTURE OF THE SCENIC SCOTTISH ISLES
Our Journey Planners have designed this cruise to take you on an exploration of remote Scottish islands, coinciding with the May Day Bank Holiday • Your itinerary is packed with Scenic Discoveries. The basalt columns of Fingal’s Cave, bonnet-shaped Bac Mòr, the Small Isles archipelago and the Holy Isle of Iona all feature. Bolette will also cruise Loch Hourn and the Sound of Mull, passing the 13th-century Duart Castle • The island theme continues with calls to Lewis and Orkney, sandwiched in between your scenic sea days. During your time ashore, you can delve into ancient history, particularly at the Neolithic sites of Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar and the Callanish Standing Stones
Prices from £749 pp
Scenic Scottish Isles In Five Nights
This week-long sailing showcases some of Britain’s most awe-inspiring nature, with visits to the capital of Northern Ireland and two remote Scottish isles • Belfast is your gateway to uncovering the volcanic emergence of the Giant’s Causeway • In Lerwick and Stornoway, you can immerse yourself in traditions that are synonymous with Scotland, from tweed weaving to crofting. There’s even a chance to meet some inquisitive Shetland ponies • Borealis will take you on a Scenic Discovery past Sumburgh Head. This haven for wildlife will afford you the opportunity to spot marine life in the surrounding waters and birdlife, such as puffins, gannets and guillemots circling the cliffs
Prices from £1,099 pp
DISCOVERING NORMANDY & THE CHANNEL ISLANDS
This Bank Holiday sailing has been designed to show you the wild landscapes and Gaelic culture found on the remote Scottish isles of Lewis and Skye, all in just five nights • With visits to Stornoway and Portree, you can learn about Outer Hebridean traditions such as crofting and tweed weaving, while Portree is your gateway for discovering the awe-inspiring scenery of Skye, from Kilt Rock and Mealt Falls to the rocky outcrop known as the Old Man of Storr • Wildlife charity ORCA will be on board to help you search for marine life from Bolette, while your Scenic Discoveries include cruising past the likes of the unspoilt Small Isles and the rock formations of Dutchman’s Cap and Fingal’s Cave
Prices from £749 pp
This five-night sailing visits destinations chosen for their scenic landscapes, island life and local produce • The benefits of the Scilly Isles’ sub-tropical microclimate can be enjoyed at the wonderful Tresco Abbey Gardens, while a visit to Honfleur is perfect for sampling local camembert and calvados • Guernsey was the only part of the British Isles under German control during World War II. Stopping in picturesque St Peter Port offers the chance to uncover this fascinating history. Afterwards, Borealis will take you on a Scenic Discovery among the Channel Islands, rounding off your getaway in style
S2411: Prices from £749 pp
S2419: Prices from £799 pp
THE LIFE & NATURE OF SCOTLAND'S SCENIC ISLES
8 nights · Cruise code L2415
Dolphins in Moray Firth Skara Brae, Orkney
BRITISH ISLES
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Lerwick, Shetland, Scotland
Cruising by Sumburgh Head, Scotland
Kirkwall, Orkney, Scotland
Cruising Pentland Firth, Scotland
Ullapool, Scotland
Cruising Loch Broom, Scotland
Cruising by The Small Isles, Scotland
Cruising Loch Hourn, Scotland
Cruising by Dutchman's Cap (Bac Mòr), Scotland
Cruising by Fingal's Cave, Scotland
Cruising by Iona, Scotland
Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Cruising by RSPB Troup Head, Moray Firth, Scotland
The Olsen Way Highlights
We have designed this itinerary to take advantage of Balmoral's smaller size, and to show you the natural wonders and wildlife found close to home, yet off the beaten track, amongst remote Scottish isles • You will be joined by wildlife charity ORCA, whose team of enthusiasts will help you spot birds and marine life from our wide open decks • Discover Orkney’s fascinating history in the well-preserved Viking town of Kirkwall or on a tour to the Neolithic village of Skara Brae, and learn about Shetland’s farming traditions accompanied by a local crofter • Your smaller ship can dock in Lerwick, while scenic diversions are planned to show you sites such as the Small Isles, the volcanic formations of Bac Mòr and the basalt columns of Fingal’s Cave
Prices from £1,249 pp
4th July 2024 · Balmoral · Sail from Rosyth (Edinburgh) · 8 nights · Cruise code L2420
The Olsen Way Highlights
Rosyth (Edinburgh)
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Lerwick, Shetland, Scotland
Cruising by Sumburgh Head, Scotland
Kirkwall, Orkney, Scotland
Cruising Pentland Firth, Scotland
Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland
Cruising by The Small Isles, Scotland
Cruising Loch Hourn, Scotland
Cruising by Dutchman's Cap (Bac Mòr), Scotland
Cruising by Fingal's Cave, Scotland
Cruising by Iona, Scotland
Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Cruising by RSPB Troup Head, Moray Firth, Scotland
Rosyth (Edinburgh)
