Shetland, Orkney & Hebrides on the Le Bellot

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StudioPONANT Soa Lesport

Jamie Lafferty

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Damien Decaix

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Duration

8 DAYS

Class of Ship

Large Expedition Ship

Sustainability

Ship to Shore Power, Green Marine Certified

Berths

184

Ice Class Rating

Duration

8 DAYS

Class of Ship

Large Expedition Ship

Sustainability

Ship to Shore Power, Green Marine Certified

Berths

184

Ice Class Rating

Expedition overview and highlights

Discover Scotland’s wild beauty and visit three archipelagos in the north: Shetland, Orkney and Hebrides
Visit The Standing Stones of Callanish, one of Scotland’s most prominent prehistoric site
Enjoy birdwatching and photograph gannets, crested cormorants and puffins in their natural habitat

Join an exceptional cruise to Celtic lands following an 8-day itinerary along the magnificent Scottish archipelagos of Shetland Islands, Orkney Islands and Hebrides Islands. During this cruise, admire the mysterious Calanais Standing Stones when your ship calls at Stornoway; visit the Ben Nevis distillery from Fort Williams to dive into the Scottish way of life; or discover crofting in the Shetland Islands, from Lerwick, and meet shepherds and their dogs during a memorable demonstration.

The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab). Departing from Edinburgh, city of history and labelled city of literature by UNESCO, you will first call at the port of Lerwick in the Shetland Islands. This port is well known because just a few kilometres inland lie the remarkable ruins of Scalloway Castle, built in 1600. You will then head for the Orkney archipelago and its windswept moorland landscape. Le Bellot will sail towards Kirkwall, capital of the Orkney Islands, where numerous seabirds, such as gannets and European shags, have taken up residence. You will also discover the Isle of Skye, known for its rich Gaelic culture, its famous bridge, and its stunning scenery, Stornoway, the largest city in the Hebrides with a warm and friendly atmosphere. You will then sail towards Fort William. This harbour town on the shores of Loch Linnhe is steeped in Scottish history and tradition, close to the beautiful and spectacular scenery of Glencoe. Finally, you will reach Glasgow, Scotland's warm cultural capital with a rich artistic and architectural heritage, your disembarkation port.