Itinerary
- Day 1
Dublin
You'll arrive in Dublin this afternoon to board Scenic Eclipse. After getting settled into your suite, there's a champagne reception to meet the captain and crew. From there, the ship heads north toward Belfast, so you'll have time to explore your accommodations and get familiar with the vessel while cruising.
Included Activities
- Embarkation on Scenic Eclipse
- Welcome Champagne reception
- Meet butler and crew
Landmarks/POIs River Liffey - Day 2
Belfast
Belfast is your stop this morning, and you'll have until late evening to choose your activities. You can visit Giant's Causeway and Dunluce Castle if you're interested in dramatic coastal scenery, head to Old Bushmills Distillery for a tour, or stay closer to the city and check out the Titanic Belfast Museum along with other highlights. There's plenty of time to grab lunch and return before the ship departs.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice experiences (one selection from: Giant's Causeway guided tour with Dunluce Castle photo stop, Old Bushmills Distillery guided tour with tasting, or Belfast Highlights & Titanic Experience)
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Belfast's charming streets and historic architecture
- Giant's Causeway tour from Portrush with scenic drive and Dunluce Castle photo stop
- Old Bushmills Distillery guided tour with whiskey tasting
- Belfast Highlights panoramic city tour with Titanic Belfast Museum entry
Landmarks/POIs Giant's Causeway Dunluce Castle Old Bushmills Distillery Titanic Belfast - Day 3
Staffa
The day centers around Iona Island, the spiritual heart of Scotland's Inner Hebrides. You'll pick from three options: visit Iona Abbey, do a guided circular walk around the island, or walk out to the southern shores. Later, the ship cruises to Staffa, where you can optionally take a zodiac to explore Fingal's Cave. It's a full day of island hopping and natural scenery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice experiences on Iona Island (one selection from: Iona Abbey visit, Iona Short Circular Walk guided walk, or Iona Walk the South End guided walk)
- Zodiac opportunity to explore Fingal's Cave, Staffa (subject to weather and conditions)
Optional Activities
- Iona Abbey exploration with medieval carvings and peaceful ruins
- Iona Short Circular Walk guided walk with wildlife and coastal views
- Iona Walk the South End guided walk to historic sites and St. Columba's landing beach
- Fingal's Cave exploration via zodiac on Staffa island
Landmarks/POIs Iona Abbey Iona Island Nunnery Fingal's Cave - Day 4
Oban
Oban offers several choices for your day. You could visit Arduaine Gardens and Inveraray Castle, take a walking tour of Oban itself, or explore Inveraray Castle separately. Once you're back, the ship cruises through Sound of Mull where you'll keep an eye out for wildlife from deck. If you want more activity, there are optional kayaking and hiking experiences available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice experiences (one selection from: Arduaine Gardens and Inveraray Castle, Oban Walking Tour with Dunollie Museum, or Inveraray Castle)
- Sound of Mull cruise with Discovery Team wildlife spotting opportunities
Optional Activities
- Arduaine Gardens and Inveraray Castle scenic journey
- Oban Walking Tour with Dunollie Museum and McCaig's Tower views
- Inveraray Castle experience
- Kayaking Discovery experience (subject to weather and harbour master approval)
- Hiking Discovery experience (subject to weather and harbour master approval)
- Observation Deck wildlife spotting with Discovery Team
Landmarks/POIs McCaig's Tower St Columba's Cathedral Dunollie Museum Inveraray Castle Arduaine Gardens Sound of Mull - Day 5
Flannan Isles
Today takes you to St. Kilda, a remote World Heritage site with seabird colonies and dramatic cliffs. Along the way, you'll pass the Flannan Isles and its famous lighthouse keeper mystery. From your suite or on deck, watch for puffins, whales, and dolphins. If you're interested, there are optional zodiac cruises and kayaking to get even closer to the landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- St. Kilda exploration and wildlife viewing
- Flannan Isles cruise
- Discovery Team deck commentary and insights
Optional Activities
- Zodiac cruising Discovery experience (subject to weather and harbour master approval)
- Kayaking Discovery experience (subject to weather and harbour master approval)
Landmarks/POIs St. Kilda Flannan Isles - Day 6
Stornoway (Isle of Lewis)
Portree on Isle of Skye features colorful harbourside buildings and gives you access to the Cuillin Mountains. Four Freechoice options let you hike, visit castles, or take scenic drives. After exploring, the ship heads to Stornoway. Later this evening, you'll have multiple dining options on board to choose from depending on what appeals to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Up to 10 world-class culinary experiences available, from casual to fine dining, or private meal in suite delivered by butler)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice experiences in Portree (one selection from: Loch Portree Hike, Dunvegan Castle & The Cuillin, Northern Scenic Drive to Trotternish Peninsula, or Eilean Donan Castle)
- Dinner selection from up to 10 world-class culinary experiences
Optional Activities
- Loch Portree Hike guided tour
- Dunvegan Castle & The Cuillin castle visit and mountain views
- Northern Scenic Drive to Trotternish Peninsula with Old Man of Storr and Skye Museum of Island Life
- Eilean Donan Castle visit with Kyleakin photo stop
- Private meal in suite delivered by butler
Landmarks/POIs Cuillin Mountains Dunvegan Castle Old Man of Storr Kilt Rock Eilean Donan Castle Skye Bridge - Day 7
Stornoway (Isle of Lewis)
Stornoway is where you'll connect with Gaelic culture. You can explore Lews Castle and the mysterious Callandish standing stones, or pick from five other Freechoice options including distillery visits, coastal walks, and heritage sites. Back on board, the spa and wellness facilities are available if you want to relax after a day of exploration.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice experiences (one selection from: Isle of Harris Distillery Experience, Lews Castle Walk, Scenic Harris, Scenic Isle of Lewis, or Gearrannan Blackhouse Village & Dun Carloway Broch)
Optional Activities
- Isle of Harris Distillery Experience with gin and whisky tasting
- Lews Castle Walk with Museum for the Hebrides visit
- Scenic Harris with Horgabost Beach at Luskentyre
- Scenic Isle of Lewis with Port of Ness, St. Moluag Church, and Butt of Lewis Lighthouse
- Gearrannan Blackhouse Village & Dun Carloway Broch heritage exploration
- Senses Spa luxurious massage or facial treatment
- Alternative spa therapies including Japanese shiatsu, Indian Ayurvedic massage, and Tibetan bowl sound healing
Landmarks/POIs Lews Castle Callandish Standing Stones Isle of Harris Distillery Museum for the Hebrides Horgabost Beach at Luskentyre St. Moluag Church Butt of Lewis Lighthouse Gearrannan Blackhouse Village Dun Carloway Broch - Day 8
Lerwick (Shetland Islands)
Lerwick in the Shetland Islands has winding streets with colorful buildings, local shops, and markets to browse. You'll choose from four Freechoice activities like hiking, visiting archaeological sites, cultural walks, or meeting locals. For dinner, you can either head into town or stay on board and try fine French cuisine or dine alfresco.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Choice of dining options: town restaurants, alfresco Yacht Club, or fine French cuisine at Lumière)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice experiences (one selection from: Sumburgh Head to Jarlshof Hike, Jarlshof & Southern Shores, Town Walk & Shetland Museum, or Western Shetland - Meet the Locals)
Optional Activities
- Sumburgh Head to Jarlshof Hike with Mousa Broch views and RSPB Reserve birdlife
- Jarlshof & Southern Shores archaeological exploration with Mousa Broch and St Ninian's Isle
- Town Walk & Shetland Museum guided tour
- Western Shetland - Meet the Locals cultural experience
- Dinner in town
- Alfresco dining at Yacht Club
- Fine French cuisine at Lumière
Landmarks/POIs Shetland Museum and Archives Sumburgh Head Jarlshof Mousa Broch St Ninian's Isle - Day 9
Kirkwall (Orkney Islands)
Kirkwall is the capital of Orkney, where you can visit the medieval St. Magnus Cathedral and walk through quaint streets with shops and cafés. Four Freechoice options range from Neolithic sites to archaeological exploration, heritage experiences, or gin distillery tours. As the ship departs, you'll enjoy champagne on the Sky Deck.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice experiences (one selection from: Orkney Treasures with St Magnus Cathedral, Heart of Neolithic Orkney, Sites of the South Isles & Taste of Orkney, or Kirkjuvagr Gin Tasting & Kirkwall Town Walk)
Optional Activities
- Orkney Treasures with St Magnus Cathedral tour
- Heart of Neolithic Orkney UNESCO site exploration
- Sites of the South Isles & Taste of Orkney experience
- Kirkjuvagr Gin Tasting & Kirkwall Town Walk
- Independent exploration of shops and cafés
- Orkney Museum visit
Landmarks/POIs St Magnus Cathedral Orkney Museum Skara Brae Ring of Brodgar Standing Stones of Stenness Barnhouse Village Skaill House Italian Chapel Churchill Barriers Fossil and Heritage Centre Earl's Palace Bishop's Palace Kirkjuvagr Gin Distillery - Day 10
Aberdeen
Aberdeen, Scotland's Granite City, invites you to wander through Old Aberdeen's medieval streets and see historic buildings like Marischal College and St. Machar's Cathedral. Four Freechoice options cover city tours, distillery visits, Highland cattle farms, and castles. Back on ship, use the gym and yoga facilities to unwind.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice experiences (one selection from: Aberdeen Highlights Panorama, Glen Garioch Distillery & Granite City, Aberdeenshire Highland Cattle, or Crathes Castle & Aberdeen Highlights)
Optional Activities
- Aberdeen Highlights Panorama with Duthie Park, King's College Chapel, St Machar Cathedral, Union Street and Queen's Road
- Glen Garioch Distillery visit with Highland Single Malt whisky tasting
- Aberdeenshire Highland Cattle farm experience with traditional beef, tea, coffee and shortbread
- Crathes Castle 16th-century tower house with walled gardens tour
- Independent exploration of Old Aberdeen's medieval streets
- Gym workout
- PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio classes
Landmarks/POIs St Machar's Cathedral Marischal College Duthie Park King's College Chapel Union Street Glen Garioch Distillery Crathes Castle - Day 11
Edinburgh
You arrive in Leith, once Scotland's main port. The Royal Yacht Britannia and the Water of Leith Walkway are highlights worth seeing. Three Freechoice options let you visit Edinburgh Castle, Scone Palace, or explore Edinburgh's grandeur with the Royal Yacht. The ship docks overnight, giving you plenty of time to get around.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice experiences (one selection from: The City of Edinburgh & Castle, Scone Palace, or Edinburgh & the Royal Yacht Britannia)
Optional Activities
- The City of Edinburgh & Castle panoramic tour with Scottish Crown Jewels viewing
- Scone Palace scenic drive through Perthshire with palace interiors and grounds tour
- Edinburgh & the Royal Yacht Britannia combined experience
- Royal Yacht Britannia independent visit
- Independent exploration of Water of Leith Walkway with pubs, galleries and boutiques
Landmarks/POIs Royal Yacht Britannia Water of Leith Walkway Edinburgh Castle Royal Mile Princes Street Holyroodhouse Scone Palace - Day 12
Leith (Disembarkation)
Your voyage wraps up this morning in Leith. After a final breakfast on board Scenic Eclipse, you'll disembark with memories from your trip through Scotland and the Hebrides.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board Scenic Eclipse
