Sail around the best of the BRITISH ISLES YOU WILL GET THE CHANCE TO…
Enjoy a full-board, no-fly, close-to-home 2021 cruise with stops at some of the most spectacular scenic spots NO-FLY CRUISING ON MS MAUD
On the ultimate staycation, you’ll cruise the UK and Irish coastline on this 13-day round-trip from Dover to one of the most northerly regions of Scotland next summer. Or, if you’d prefer to sail from Glasgow, we’ve added a May 2021 date.
You will visit some of our most interesting islands, including the fascinating Rathlin Island, home to Northern Ireland’s largest seabird colony, and St Kilda, with its breathtaking cliffs.
In Stornoway, on Lewis and Harris, you’ll discover where Harris tweed is woven and you’ll visit Islay, which is famous for its whisky distilleries. You’ll explore the Viking and Celtic heritage of the Isle of Man in Douglas before you visit Waterford, the home of crystal, and the oldest city in Ireland.
Also on your itinerary are the unspoilt Isles of Scilly, an enchanting archipelago off the Cornish coast. Your final stop will be the delightful waterfront town of Dartmouth, home of the Britannia Royal Naval College.
Your base for this wonderful trip will be the biodiesel-powered MS Maud, where you can enjoy the spectacular views from the outdoor observation deck or relax with a drink in the Explorer lounge and bar.
Reasons to book DISCOVER OUR ISLAND HERITAGE
On this scenic voyage with exploration travel specialist Hurtigruten, you’ll explore the coastline from south to north, taking in hills, valleys, river estuaries and fishing villages. Wander the charming streets of Fishguard and Dartmouth, and visit Abbey Garden, home to some 20,000 exotic plants, on Tresco in the Isles of Scilly.
On this round-trip from Dover, you’ll enjoy a full-board stay on the newly refurbished MS Maud, where you can enjoy your meals in restaurants Aune, the main dining room, and Fredheim, which offers casual fast food and plant-based alternatives. Suite guests can also enjoy the fine-dining experience of Lindstrøm.
VISIT ANCIENT SCOTLAND
On the Isle of Islay, once the seat of the Macdonald clan, you’ll discover Celtic ruins as well as the distilleries of its famous whiskies. Dual UNESCO World Heritage site St Kilda is one of the jewels in Scotland’s crown and its stacks and islands are the perfect home for nesting seabirds.
EXPERIENCE THE ISLE OF MAN
With its stunning coastline, rolling hills, moorland, waterfalls and beaches, the Isle of Man is the ideal place for exploring. Take a 13-day round-trip cruise from Dover to the Hebrides on MS Maud in a cabin of your choice.
Visit towns and villages in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Republic of Ireland, Scotland and the Hebrides.
Receive €100 (approx £90) credit to spend on board.
Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner, including house wine, beer, sodas and mineral water.
Take part in activities on board and ashore, which are organised by the English-speaking expedition team.
Use the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna, indoor and outdoor gyms (in line with health and safety guidelines).