
The Scottish Isles – Island Hopping in the Hebrides
The Scottish Isles – Island Hopping in the Hebrides
11-day expedition cruise around Scotland and the Hebrides
Romantic and rugged landscapes
Cruise from Glasgow to remote and wildlife-rich Scottish islands, discovering local culture and history, and experiencing activities that bring you right up close to nature. We'll be landing on beaches, going on guided hikes, sea kayaking and much more as we explore this fascinating country.
Whisky, wildlife and UNESCO Sites
You'll be transfixed by the raw natural beauty of the Treshnish Isles, Iona and Skye, while UNESCO-listed St Kilda gives new meaning to ‘wild abandon’. Visit castles, historic homes and standing stones and experience Scotland's cultural notes with whisky, tartan and tweed.
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Day 1
Glasgow
Embark in Glasgow
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Day 2
Arran
Beautiful Isle of Arran
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Day 3
Islay
Islay's whiskey and nature
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Day 4
Isle of Gigha
Sustainable Isle of Gigha
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Day 5
Skye
The spirit of Iona
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Day 6
St. Kilda
Wild St. Kilda
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Day 7
Stornoway
Stornoway
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Day 8
Loch Scavaig and Isle of Eigg
Isles of beauty
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Day 9
Sound of Mull
A most delightful sound
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Day 10
Colonsay
Colonsay birds and blooms
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Day 11
Glasgow
Back to Glasgow
Departures
2023
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January
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February
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March
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May
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July
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December
2024
Current offers on this cruise:
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Solo Traveller Offer
Solo travellers who prefer their own space while still travelling with others, have the opportunity to save on select voyages departing in 2023. For a limited time, pay no single supplement if you book one of the below expedition cruises.This offer applies to a selection of departures that you can find on each voyage page.See Special Offer
What's included
Included in your voyage
Expedition Cruise
- A stay in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages* in restaurant Aune
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board†
- Complimentary reusable water bottle
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
*House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water
†Please note there is very limited Wi-Fi and phone signal in the remote areas we travel to, and streaming is not supported.
Onboard Activities
- In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
- Full use of our Science Center, extensive library and advanced biological and geological equipment
- Citizen Science Programme where you can ongoing with live scientific research
- Photography tips and techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife from our onboard professional photographer
- Use of ship's hot tubs, panoramic sauna and gym
- Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition photographers on hand to assist you
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
MS Spitsbergen
Year built | 2009 |
Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
Shipyard | Estaleiro Navais de Viana do Castelo (POR) |
Passenger capacity | 180 |
Beds | 243 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 7,344 |
Length | 100.54m |
Beam | 18m |
Speed | 14.5 knots |
MS Spitsbergen will take you on a voyage beyond the ordinary. She cruises along the Norwegian coast from September to May, and becomes part of our global Expedition sailings during the rest of the year.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Spitsbergen
Before you travel with MS Spitsbergen
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