Scenic Scottish Isles & The West Country - 7 June 2025
Highlights:
- Enjoy scenic cruising of Scottish islands such as Fingal's Cave
- Experience the foot-tapping Falmouth Sea Shanty Festival
- Visit the Gardens of Heligan or Eden Project
Embark on a remarkable journey around the British Isles aboard Balmoral, featuring dramatic cliffs and scenic islets. Sail close to Fingal’s Cave, unveiling its intriguing hexagonal basalt columns shaped by volcanic activity over millennia, and cruise past bonnet shaped Bac Mòr. Immerse yourself in true West Country life by visiting the Gardens of Heligan or the Eden Project, hearing tales of mermaids and giants, and enjoying Scillonian crab, Cornish cream teas and locally made cider. We’ve also timed your visit so you can experience the Falmouth Sea Shanty Festival, celebrating local music and culture. There will be opportunities to uncover the captivating military history of Portsmouth, Dartmouth and St Mary’s, too.
Price Includes:
DINING & LOUNGES
- À la carte breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Daily buffet dining options
- Late night Supper Club
- Afternoon tea
- Self-service tea & coffee
- In-cabin dining & snacks
TREATS & PASTIMES
- Evening shows
- Live music & dancing
- Dance classes
- Lectures & talks
- Cookery demonstrations
- Traditional deck games
- Daily games & quizzes
RELAXATION & FITNESS
- Swimming Pools
- Jacuzzis
- Fitness Centre
- Fitness Classes
Itinerary
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7 June 2025 Departing Rosyth
Departure - late afternoon
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8 June 2025 Cruising by Duncansby Sea Stacks, Scotland
Perched off the northeast corner of Scotland lies the natural wonder of Duncansby Stacks. These 60-metre sea stacks tower high above the unpredictable waters of the North Sea and showcase the powers of nature, from the sea, erosion and volcanos. Believed to have stood in this same position for the last 6000 years, the formation includes a rocky arch, followed by a group of thorn-like rocks jutting out of the water. Duncansby is also home to an abundance of birdlife during nesting months.
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9 June 2025 Lerwick, Scotland
Capital of the Shetland Islands, Lerwick is a popular tourist destination, thanks to its stunning coastlines. Close by are the soaring cliffs of Sumburgh Head, which are perfect for spotting various examples of marine life, such as minke whales, orcas and dolphins; and as an RSPB nature reserve — guillemots, shags and fulmars. In the town, the An Tuireann Arts Centre celebrates the Gaelic heritage of this fascinating seaport.
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10 June 2025 Cruising by the Small Isles
Part of the Inner Hebrides, lying just south of the Isle of Skye, are the Small Isles. Comprised of four beautiful islands; Eigg, Rum, Canna and Muck, they are all famed for their dramatic scenery, variety of wildlife and natural wonders. Mighty volcanic peaks surround Kinlock Castle on the largest island, Rum. The basalt cliffs of Canna, charming villages of Eigg, and Muck’s fertile lowlands and beautiful beaches make this archipelago the perfect scenic cruising destination.
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12 June 2025 St Mary's, UK
St. Mary’s, the largest of the five inhabited islands that make up The Isles of Scilly archipelago, offers a fascinating heritage, where traces of life go back at least eight centuries. The entire archipelago is a designated area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Marine Conservation Zone, where there is an abundance of marine life and migrant birds, such as Atlantic grey seals, gannets and comorants, and even puffins, from April onwards.
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13 June 2025 Falmouth, UK
Blessed with sandy beaches stretching for miles along the gorgeous Cornish coastline, Falmouth, located at the southern end of the Fal Estuary, has arguably the UK’s most picturesque network of creeks and rivers. It’s a fine example of just how beautiful Britain really is. There are many Cornish attractions within reach of this seaside town, including the historic site of St. Michael’s Mount, the scenic Lizard Peninsula and the world-famous Eden Project.
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14 June 2025 Dartmouth, UK
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15 June 2024 Portsmouth, UK
As one of the Royal Navy's most significant ports and the birthplace of Charles Dickens and Isambard Kingdom Brunel, Portsmouth has an extensive heritage and boasts an abundance of unique attractions, most of which can be found at its vibrant waterfront area. The Portsmouth Historic Dockyard boasts over 800 years of maritime history and its exhibits include the Mary Rose, HMS Victory and HMS Warrior.
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17 June 2025 Return to Rosyth Port