Itinerary
- Day 1
Dublin
You'll board the Scenic Eclipse this afternoon in Dublin and get settled into your suite. After unpacking, head to your private verandah with Champagne to celebrate the start of your voyage. Later, join the other guests at the Observation Deck as the ship heads north toward Belfast.
Included Activities
- Board Scenic Eclipse and meet expert crew
- Observation Deck cruise viewing lights of Dublin as ship heads north to Belfast
Landmarks/POIs Dublin - Day 2
Belfast
Belfast greets you this morning with its strong arts scene and maritime history. The Titanic Belfast Museum covers the ship's construction here, then you'll head to the Giant's Causeway to see the roughly 40,000 basalt columns rising from the cliff base. Before the evening departure, there's time to walk around the historic streets and take in the local architecture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Exploration of Belfast's dynamic arts scene and historic architecture
- Visit Giant's Causeway, World Heritage-listed site with basalt columns
- Wander through Belfast's charming streets
Optional Activities
- Titanic Belfast Museum visit
Landmarks/POIs Titanic Belfast Museum Giant's Causeway - Day 3
Staffa
Iona Island sits in Scotland's Inner Hebrides, and you'll visit the medieval Iona Abbey, which holds significance in Celtic Christian history. The nearby Nunnery ruins overlook the Atlantic, and the Nunnery Walk offers coastal views. After exploring, you'll head back to the yacht and travel to Staffa for a zodiac trip into Fingal's Cave, where towering basalt columns frame the dramatic landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore medieval Iona Abbey
- Wander through Nunnery ruins on Iona Island
- Walk Nunnery Walk scenic path
- Zodiac excursion to Fingal's Cave on Staffa Island
Landmarks/POIs Iona Abbey Iona Nunnery Fingal's Cave - Day 4
Oban
Oban is a Victorian seaside town with colorful fishing boats and striking coastal cliffs around it. You can visit Oban Distillery, which has been operating since 1794, or learn about Scottish Clan history. The ship then cruises through the Sound of Mull past sheer cliffs and hidden coves. From the Observation Deck or Sky Deck, you might spot seals, dolphins, and sea eagles.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Oban seaside town
- Cruise through Sound of Mull
- Observation Deck wildlife viewing
Optional Activities
- Kayaking and zodiac cruising Discovery Excursions
- Learn history of Scottish Clans
- Sample local whiskey at Oban Distillery
Landmarks/POIs Oban Distillery - Day 5
St Kilda - Flannan Isles
The Outer Hebrides stretch over 200 kilometers into the Atlantic, and you'll dock at St Kilda, one of Scotland's most remote World Heritage sites. It's home to Europe's largest seabird colony and Britain's tallest sea stacks. Later, the yacht sails past the Flannan Isles, some of the most isolated and mysterious islands in the Atlantic.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dock and explore St Kilda World Heritage site
- Cruise past Flannan Isles
Landmarks/POIs St Kilda Flannan Isles - Day 6
Portree
Portree on the Isle of Skye is the colorful capital, and you can wander at your own pace through local shops and cafes. Just offshore sits the Isle of Raasay, the ancestral home of Clan MacLeod, where Mt Dun Caan, an extinct volcano rising 443 meters, dominates the landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Portree, Isle of Skye's capital
Optional Activities
- Visit local craftspeople and cafes in Portree
- View Isle of Raasay and Mt Dun Caan from offshore
Landmarks/POIs Portree Isle of Raasay Mt Dun Caan - Day 7
Stornoway
Stornoway has deep roots in Gaelic culture and was originally settled by Vikings. You'll check out Lews Castle and the Callandish standing stones, then experience traditional Hebridean hospitality. As the yacht heads toward Shetland, you can head to the Senses Spa for massages, facials, or other therapies to relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Stornoway Gaelic culture and heritage
- Visit Lews Castle
- Visit Callandish standing stones
Optional Activities
- Senses Spa luxurious massage or facial
- Senses Spa alternative therapies: Japanese shiatsu, Indian Ayurvedic massage, Tibetan bowl sound healing
Landmarks/POIs Lews Castle Callandish Standing Stones - Day 8
Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
Kirkwall is the capital of the Orkney Islands, and St. Magnus Cathedral stands as a medieval architectural highlight. The streets have quaint shops and cozy cafes worth exploring, while the Orkney Museum holds artifacts spanning thousands of years. You can visit the Neolithic sites of Skara Brae and Ring of Brodgar to see remnants of prehistoric life. This evening, head to the Scenic Lounge Bar for Champagne as the ship departs.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore St. Magnus Cathedral
- Visit Orkney Museum
- Walk Kirkwall's charming streets
- Explore Neolithic sites of Skara Brae and Ring of Brodgar
Landmarks/POIs St. Magnus Cathedral Orkney Museum Skara Brae Ring of Brodgar - Day 9
Aberdeen
Aberdeen appears as you wake up, known as the Granite City for its distinctive silver architecture and strong maritime heritage. Walk through the busy streets with historic buildings and street art, or check out the fishing village of Footdee by the harbor. Back on the yacht, you can relax at Senses Spa, attend a lecture from the Discovery Team, or grab a cocktail at one of the 8 bars as you sail toward Edinburgh.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Aberdeen's striking silver granite architecture
- Stroll through historic streets and vibrant street art
- Explore charming fishing village of Footdee
Optional Activities
- Vitality pools at Senses Spa
- Engaging lecture with Discovery Team
Landmarks/POIs Footdee - Day 10
Leith, Edinburgh
Your voyage concludes this morning in Leith. You'll have one last breakfast on board the Scenic Eclipse before disembarking from the ultra-luxury yacht, taking with you memories from the journey through this unique part of Europe.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board Scenic Eclipse
- Disembark at Leith
Landmarks/POIs Leith
