Falmouth, Stornoway, Kirkwall
£599pp—No-fly cruise around the Scottish Isles
Joanna Wickham
Deal Expert
See native seabirds, impressive castles, and picturesque coastlines as you sail
Why We Love This Deal
Navigate the full length of the UK on this week-long itinerary. Visit the Cornish coast, then sail all the way up to the Orkney Islands. Cruise past Fingal's Cave and Dutchman's Cap—these were formed around 60 million years ago.
What's included
- Seven nights onboard Balmoral, in an Inside Cabin
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the ship
- Onboard guided activities
When
Sail from Southampton on 16 May, 2025.
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Itinerary
- Falmouth... see the sandy beaches that stretch long the Cornish coastline. Admire the picturesque network of creeks and rivers here. You could visit St. Michael's Mount, the scenic Lizard Peninsula, and the world-famous Eden Project.
- Stornoway... this thriving town sits on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. Visit the impressive Lews Castle, built in 1847. It's grounds are filled with beautiful woodland.
- Kirkwall... the Orkneys archipelago, north of mainland Scotland, is made up of around 70 islands. Kirkwall is their capital, and makes a great base for exploring. This area has a history dating back to the Stone Age.
- Cruise by Dutchman's Cap... you'll finish with some scenic cruising on your way back to Southampton. Otherwise known as Bac Mòr, this sight is one of the Scottish Treshnish Isles. These were formed 60 million years ago thanks to volcanic eruptions.
- Cruise by Fingal's Cave... this basalt sea-cave looms 69 metres out of the ocean. Admire its remarkable symmetry—it looks rather like a contemporary art piece. You can often spot native seabirds on its cliffs—look out for puffins and razorbills.
Ship details
Balmoral is the smallest ship in Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' fleet. There is a warm and friendly feel onboard. The vessel offers "classic small ship cruising with a fresh new look" (Cruise Critic).
Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, and an afternoon tea is served every day. Enjoy finger sandwiches, scones, and cakes. Dine at Fred. Olsen's speciality restaurant, for a supplement, to sample Goan or Asian cuisine.
Choose to relax in one of the lounges during the day. Or, visit The Observatory for panoramic ocean views. At night, you can grab a drink at The Morning Light Pub. Watch big-production shows in the elegant theatre, and enjoy dancing after the evening performance.
Other options
- Sail in an Oceanview Cabin from £849 per person
- Sail in a Superior Oceanview Cabin from £1099 per person
- Solo travellers can sail in a Single Interior Cabin from £949 per person
Transfers & baggage
Porterage is included between your cabin and the pickup and drop-off points.
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