Small ship cruising vacations
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Southern Croatia cruise in comfort
Cruise Croatia's beautiful islands on a small cruise ship
From £559 to £801 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct
Luxury small ship cruise in Croatia
Luxury small ship cruise through Croatia's Islands
From £1,075 to £1,249 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct
Skye and the Inner Hebrides cruise, Scotland
A unique cruise to the Isle of Skye and the Inner Hebrides
From £2,140 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug
2018: 5 May, 19 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 25 Aug
2018: 5 May, 19 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 25 Aug
A private cruise charter is the ultimate celebration. Plan your own bespoke itinerary. Every cruise that says available can be booked for charter.
Antarctic cruise and hiking in Chile
Walk in Atacama and Patagonia before cruising Antarctica
From £13,725 4 weeks ex flights
Tailor made
Antarctica vacation, classic cruise
Experience the world's most remote wilderness
From US $5,400 to US $7,699 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 12 Dec
2018: 2 Jan, 30 Jan, 4 Mar, 13 Mar, 12 Dec
2019: 2 Jan, 30 Jan, 4 Mar, 13 Mar
2018: 2 Jan, 30 Jan, 4 Mar, 13 Mar, 12 Dec
2019: 2 Jan, 30 Jan, 4 Mar, 13 Mar
Chukotka and Wrangel Island wildlife cruises, Russia
Explore Russian Arctic - home to Polar Bears, walrus & more
From US $10,500 to US $13,800 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 6 Aug, 20 Aug
Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia small ship cruises
Water, wilderness & wildlife in breath-taking perfection
From £7,350 20 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 13 Oct, 18 Oct, 23 Oct, 29 Oct, 31 Oct, 6 Nov, 8 Nov, 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 26 Nov, 27 Nov, 29 Nov, 30 Nov, 14 Dec, 16 Dec, 17 Dec, 27 Dec, 28 Dec
2018: 3 Jan, 6 Jan, 11 Jan, 13 Jan, 19 Jan, 25 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 7 Mar, 23 Oct, 3 Nov, 7 Nov, 23 Nov, 1 Dec, 31 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 11 Jan, 16 Jan, 2 Feb, 12 Feb, 26 Feb, 20 Mar
2018: 3 Jan, 6 Jan, 11 Jan, 13 Jan, 19 Jan, 25 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 7 Mar, 23 Oct, 3 Nov, 7 Nov, 23 Nov, 1 Dec, 31 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 11 Jan, 16 Jan, 2 Feb, 12 Feb, 26 Feb, 20 Mar
Save $1,500 per person on all cabins on any new bookings for Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula, departing 27 November & 27 December 2017 and 7 March 2018.
Sailing in Croatia
A multi-activity adventure sailing cruise
From 620 to 790 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 27 Jun, 28 Jun, 1 Jul, 2 Jul, 4 Jul, 5 Jul, 8 Jul, 9 Jul, 11 Jul, 12 Jul, 15 Jul, 16 Jul, 18 Jul, 19 Jul, 22 Jul, 23 Jul, 25 Jul, 26 Jul, 29 Jul, 30 Jul, 1 Aug, 2 Aug, 5 Aug, 6 Aug, 8 Aug, 9 Aug, 12 Aug, 13 Aug, 15 Aug, 16 Aug, 19 Aug, 20 Aug, 22 Aug, 23 Aug, 26 Aug, 27 Aug, 29 Aug, 30 Aug, 2 Sep, 3 Sep, 5 Sep, 6 Sep, 9 Sep, 10 Sep, 12 Sep, 13 Sep, 16 Sep, 17 Sep, 19 Sep, 20 Sep, 23 Sep, 24 Sep, 26 Sep, 27 Sep, 30 Sep, 1 Oct ...
Arctic sailing voyages, Spitsbergen
Experience sailing in the fjords
From 2,360 to 4,790 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 27 Jun, 25 Jul, 9 Aug, 24 Aug, 23 Sep
2018: 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 1 Jun, 12 Jun, 23 Jun, 4 Jul
2018: 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 1 Jun, 12 Jun, 23 Jun, 4 Jul
Galapagos cruise options, tailor made
The greatest wildlife experiences tailor made
From £3,250 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This tailor made trip has a variety of options and can be arranged on a budget and at a time to suit you and adapted to your requirements as necessary.
Antarctic Peninsula & Weddell Sea cruise
An inspiring, beautiful & diverse polar wilderness journey
From 5,399 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 26 Nov, 30 Dec
2018: 9 Jan, 10 Jan, 13 Jan, 23 Jan, 24 Jan, 30 Jan, 20 Feb
2019: 10 Mar
2018: 9 Jan, 10 Jan, 13 Jan, 23 Jan, 24 Jan, 30 Jan, 20 Feb
2019: 10 Mar
Sailing vacation in Greece, Mykonos to Santorini
The boat, the beach and inviting Greek villages
From US $1,049 to US $1,586 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 29 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct
2018: 19 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 30 Jun, 14 Jul, 28 Jul, 11 Aug, 25 Aug, 8 Sep, 22 Sep
2018: 19 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 30 Jun, 14 Jul, 28 Jul, 11 Aug, 25 Aug, 8 Sep, 22 Sep
Spitsbergen wildlife cruises
Encounters with glaciers, polar bears and icebergs.
From US $3,655 to US $4,299 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 8 Jul, 25 Jul
2018: 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 8 Jul, 25 Jul
2018: 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 8 Jul, 25 Jul
Canary Islands tall ship cruise
Historic sailing experience exploring these stunning islands
From £750 7 days ex flights
Small group travel
Split to Dubrovnik Luxury cruise, Croatia
Cruise Split to Dubrovnik in luxury via Croatia's islands
From £599 to £1,149 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 2 Jul, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 23 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 8 Oct, 15 Oct
Virgin Islands sailing holiday in the Caribbean
Virgin Islands Tall Ship Sailing Windjammer Cruise
From US $1,450 6 days ex flights
Small group travel
New Zealand and islands bird watching cruise
Ultimate wildlife expedition to the Subantarctic Islands
From US $10,500 to US $15,750 19 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 13 Nov
Galapagos 2 week cruise, Ecuador
The ultimate Galapagos wildlife cruise
From US $8,275 to US $8,525 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 10 Jul, 2 Oct, 6 Nov
2018: 1 Jan, 12 Mar, 16 Apr, 28 May, 25 Jun, 20 Aug, 5 Nov
2018: 1 Jan, 12 Mar, 16 Apr, 28 May, 25 Jun, 20 Aug, 5 Nov
China vacation and Yangtze river cruise
A comprehensive China itinerary covering its length and breadth
From US $3,335 to US $3,485 19 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 28 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct
2018: 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 20 Apr, 25 May, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct
2018: 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 20 Apr, 25 May, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct
Availability on this trip for coming months
Scotland cruise, Skye and the Small Isles
A guided wildlife cruise to the Isle of Skye, Scotland
From £1,325 to £2,100 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 16 Sep
2018: 5 May, 19 May, 23 Jun, 28 Jul, 11 Aug, 15 Sep
2018: 5 May, 19 May, 23 Jun, 28 Jul, 11 Aug, 15 Sep
Isle of Mull and west coast of Scotland cruise
Cruise the idyllic coast around the Scottish Island of Mull
From £1,926 to £2,140 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 15 Jul, 5 Aug, 26 Aug, 9 Sep, 23 Sep
2018: 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 4 Aug, 25 Aug, 8 Sep, 22 Sep
2018: 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 4 Aug, 25 Aug, 8 Sep, 22 Sep
A private cruise charter is the ultimate celebration. Plan your own bespoke itinerary. Every cruise that says available can be booked for charter.
Antarctic Peninsula cruises, activity-based
Activity-based small ship expedition of Antarctica
From £7,885 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Nov, 15 Dec, 26 Dec
2018: 17 Feb, 28 Feb
2018: 17 Feb, 28 Feb
Wildlife sailing holiday in Scotland
Extraordinary wildlife above and below the waves
From £750 to £1,200 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 11 Aug, 20 Aug, 28 Aug, 9 Sep, 17 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct
2018: 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 29 May, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 10 Aug, 18 Aug, 5 Sep, 13 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct
2018: 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 29 May, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 10 Aug, 18 Aug, 5 Sep, 13 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct
special offers: 24 june sounds of the hebrides, 3 single berths, 25% off per person. 1 july, 2 single berths, £50 off pp. 21 july, 3 single berths, £50 off pp. 29 july, 3 single berths, £50 off pp. 20 august: 2 single berths,£50 off per person.
Galapagos cruises
Sail in a charming red schooner
From US $2,614 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Daily departures throughout the year.
Iceland cruise, Circumnavigation
An unforgettable journey around the island of fire and ice
From £2,165 to £3,080 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 30 Jun, 9 Jul, 18 Jul, 13 Sep
2018: 11 May, 20 May, 29 May, 16 Jun, 25 Jun, 4 Jul, 13 Jul, 3 Sep
2018: 11 May, 20 May, 29 May, 16 Jun, 25 Jun, 4 Jul, 13 Jul, 3 Sep
Croatian Islands yacht cruise
Sail the Croatian islands on a beautiful luxury motor yacht
From £1,058 to £1,226 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct
Argyll Sea Lochs & Crinan canal cruise, Scotland
Unique wildlife cruise: sea lochs of Argyll and Crinan Canal
From £1,050 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 24 Sep
2018: 25 Apr, 20 Sep
2018: 25 Apr, 20 Sep
24th of september 2017: 5 single berths with a £50 discount per person. also special offer on 24 june 2017, the sounds of the hebrides cruise, mull, luing, jura, iona, shuna: 3 single berths, 25% off per person.
St Kilda & the Outer Hebrides wildlife cruise, Scotland
St Kilda & Outer Hebrides wildlife cruise - a true adventure
From £1,995 to £3,500 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 10 Jul, 5 Aug
2018: 9 Jun, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 18 Aug
2018: 9 Jun, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 18 Aug
South Argyll wildlife cruises in Scotland
Idyllic wildlife cruise to the West Coast of Scotland Isles
From £1,320 to £1,530 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 7 Oct
2018: 21 Apr, 5 May, 8 Sep, 22 Sep
2018: 21 Apr, 5 May, 8 Sep, 22 Sep
Antarctica expedition cruise, 11 days
Experience an adventure tour of Antarctica
From US $5,995 to US $7,395 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 4 Dec, 8 Dec
2018: 7 Jan, 28 Feb
2018: 7 Jan, 28 Feb
From
NKr8,900
excluding flights
This vacation was perfect - exactly what was needed! It blows the cobwebs away from normal life, gives you the peace and time to watch the world go by, fantastic food and is the perfect opportunity to see nature at its most incredible. A very positive life experience! (more)Claudia Philps
From meeting the captain and crew, seeing orca, humpback and the northern lights on the first day. We cannot pick out 1 memorable experience, it was all excellent (more)Vicki Binley
A wonderful time. One of our best, most memorable vacations. Not a single negative comment. (more)Daniel Roussel
From
£4,250
excluding flights
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US $3,335
excluding flights
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US $5,400
excluding flights
The whole trip from the time we boarded the ship to disembarkation. The most memorable thing was not getting sea sick the ship is that stable...The best ever.
(more)David Lohan
This was the most incredible vacation - the staff on our ship were so efficient and hospitable, the landings were well managed and offered a diverse range of activities (hiking, sliding down the slopes on our stomachs, seals/penguins/birds - and the occasional whale), fascinating lectures, and a wonderful small ship environment.
(more)Barbara Wilson
From
£13,725
excluding flights
From
£2,140
excluding flights
The crew were marvellous, and nothing was too much trouble, with a number of elderly passengers on our cruise, all was taken in their stride. (more)Gerald Peppiatt
We were a small and delightful group. The boat was cozy and comfortable, the landscapes and cloudscapes, sublime; and the day trips and hikes, especially our visit to Iona and its sacred and ancient abbey were vitamin C for the spirit. (more)Patricia Knowles
From
£1,325
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
So much: seeing Dolphins, Basking sharks, Minky whale,
otter, seals. Making new friends and experiencing 5* dining
Tips?
You will need good mobility as daily explorations can be over
rough terrain. Take good midgy repellent and creams.
Local benefits?
All animal sightings where recorded and reported back to
a central database. Remote isles benefited from additional spend on their produce
Overall rating?
Both my sister and I loved this vacation.... (more)Barbara Bishop
From
£1,075
excluding flights
From
£1,926
excluding flights
If the weather had been good I would have given it 5 stars (more)Sandra Jones
The whole of our vacation was wonderful. The crew were all great, friendly and so helpful. The food was delicious every meal, and plentiful too! The cruise was the best way to see some of Scotlands beautiful scenery and wildlife. (more)julie Clease
From
£750
excluding flights
The whole experience was wonderful, particularly enjoyed the dinghy trip round the Burnt Islands reserve where we were treated with great views of the
Common Seal colony. Also enjoyed discovering another world through the microscope investigating plankton samples. (more)Andrew Swales
No light pollution and clear skies allowed for spectacular stargazing. As an added bonus we got to collect and view plankton under the microscope, a truly unique experience. (more)Catherine Egginton
Increased our awareness of the interplay and delicate balance between various species of flora and fauna - in particular, plankton. (more)Marilyn Hands
From
2,360
excluding flights
It was brilliant, one of the best things I have done during my many years of overseas travel, and the weather was really kind to us. (more)Susan Lett
We had so many memorable moments. A Blue Whale and her calf cut across our bow when we were sailing, it was so exciting. Hoisting the sails was an exciting moment and everyone was keen to join in. (more)Gayna Wallis
Best bit: Watching blue whales feeding while manning the helm of the yacht. (more)Ian McGuire
From
£7,350
excluding flights
This trip will forever stay in my heart. Incredible. I would go again tomorrow if I got the chance.
(more)Helen Connolly
Fantastic - it's more than a vacation and is so different to anything else I have ever done. South Georgia is an amazing place. The beaches were packed with tens of thousands of penguins and they weren't afraid to come right up to us. The scenery in Antarctica is beautiful. (more)rebecca allcock
Every part of the vacation was memorable including animals, birds, scenery, the ship (Polar Pioneer), fellow travelers and expedition team. (more)Christine Brignoni
From
£3,250
excluding flights
There was no one part that stood out as it was a high all through. A good group of 11 who all got on well together. (more)Michael Walker-Smith
Excellent. The guides, accommodation, food, wildlife was better than I had expected...our guides were all local and very good at their job. (more)Sam Taylor
The wildlife was just awesome! Even more amazing than we'd expected! The crew were fantastic - really friendly and welcoming and the guides were exceptional. (more)Christine Ennew
From
US $2,614
excluding flights
Snorkelling with turtles, sealions and penguins was the most memorable. Getting so close to and seeing so many different animals and birds. The crew on the Angelito really looked after us. Galapagos is a special place to visit...I'll never be able to go wildlife watching get ever again, now I've been spoilt! (more)Anna Hodson
We had a fantastic group of people on board so I had a great time although traveling solo. I was very pleased with the itinerary of the cruise which really made the most of the days. During the week we got to see practically everything which honestly made it feel well worth the investment.
(more)Sari Sironen
The first day arriving in Galapagos and seeing the sea turtles, snorkelling, swimming next to sealions was the most memorable part of this vacation. (more)Miss D.D
From
620
excluding flights
The whole trip was a highlight (more)Lina Echeverri
It was one of my best trips and adventures I've had . I loved the fact that every day was full of activities and new adventures. (more)Nicola Falconer
The scenery in Croatia is amazing. Our guide and skipper were incredible and the whole trip was fantastic. I especially loved all of the activities. (more)Melissa Conley
From
£685
excluding flights
if you are looking for ADVENTURE and EXCITEMENT - perfect!! (more)Astrid Feierl
A highlight of the vacation was visiting Amorgos and Koufonisia...they are very beautiful islands.
(more)Lauren Anderson
We could not rate our vacation any higher. All six of us are eager to return. We miss the stories and history learned from Sotiris and Annie, the deliciousness of the local authentic food, the curiosity of learning about a new place and its culuture and the genuineness of the hospitality everywhere. (more)Danielle Romme
From
£750
excluding flights
The most memorable parts was the good views and the food. (more)Ann Lorraine Wright
The sailing trip was amazing and the best of all was meeting Colette and Michael, there where wonderful. Colette is a great chef, breakfast, lunch and dinner was very, very good (more)Karen Wix
The most memorable parts were the stunning scenery and peaceful moorings. The wildlife especially the seals and beautiful shoals of jellyfish floating like alien creatures in a calm sea. (more)Fiona Morrison
From
3,020
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
All of it! The extremes of weather, the diversity of animals, the quality of the accommodation and facilities, and something you can't plan for - new found friends!
Tips?
Don't set your heart on seeing anything specific. Be prepared for the changes in weather. It's not as challenging as I expected - to take account of the huge spectrum of ages and abilities. But most of all HAVE FUN!
Local benefits?
Not so much the local people, though we did buy a lot... (more)Lisa Thomas
From
£4,680
excluding flights
All of the activities were amazing but sleeping out under the stars was a real highlight. Outstanding 10/10. (more)Rebecca Allen
The most memorable was landing on the Antarctic peninsula - our seventh continent! Definitely ten out of ten! Wonderfully organised! An amazing experience! We learnt so much! (more)Margaret Shaw
The second was sea kayaking around Danco Island. The water was still, there were iceberg all over the place which we paddled through,
and penguins were jumping out of the water all around us. The landscape was stunning, and I will never forget this activity.
(more)Jack Clancy
From
£10,530
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The highlight of the trip for me was always going to be South Georgia, which has fascinated me for years and entirely lived up to my very high expectations. What a stunningly beautiful place! We were extremely fortunate as we approached the island because there was no cloud cover and we could see the full magnificence of the snowy peaks in all their glory - a rare occurrence apparently. During three whole days around this incredible island, we made a numerous landings and... (more)Roger Bilder
From
US $3,655
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing a mother polar bear and her two cubs walking on the ice floes walking along them then diving in and swimming to the next one. The cubs following on behind her. Fabulous!
Tips?
Be warm but also have some smart casual clothes to wear in the evening. When inside of the boat you can be relatively warm - have those layers for going out on deck where it can be cooler but you can watch the midnight sun or enjoy the on deck BBQ. If you want good photographs make sure... (more)Susie Barrett
From
US $4,995
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing the interplay between the animals, icebergs, glaciers, sea and sky.
Tips?
First: TAKE THE TRIP TO ANTARCTICA. It is unforgettable.
If Miami is not on a direct route to Buenos Aires, fly there directly.Be sure to bring the right clothing. Being out on the water or a hill is COLD with the wrong clothes. Spend as much time on the bridge of the ship as possible. Go to all of the lectures. Meet new people
Local benefits?
No people to benefit in Antarctica.
However,... (more)Stephen Kohn
From
NKr89,000
excluding flights
Excellent, I would highly recommend this to anyone who loves wilderness, culture, the landscape, interesting people, sailing, fishing, visiting a part of the world with great beauty, yet harshness, dramatic scenery, art (optional!) and getting away from our crowded world for a brief moment of paradise in a different climate. (more)Sally Sheppard
We had traditional saunas, hot-tubs, tried all the local foods, mostly prepared by our guide. We went walking, crab fishing on a restored traditional fishing boat, saw sea eagles, went to several museums learning about sami culture and the German occupation... I could go on... and even time to just sit and take it all in!
(more)Sue Freestone
Most memorable was the endless views and complete quiet and relaxation. The sea eagles and SWARMS of puffins round Bird island. Charles' soups. (more)John Loder
From
£2,299
excluding flights
An amazing trip! The scenery -glaciers, icebergs and sea ice - were stunning, the northern lights fantastic, and the wildlife wonderful. It is impossible to highlight one part, as it was two memorable weeks!
(more)Kathryn Huddle
Seeing polar bears, walruses and whales. Especially seeing a rare Bowhead whale whilst moving through the pack ice. (more)Peter Smart
Very good... the most memorable parts is arriving at the pack ice on a beautiful sunny evening and then seeing our first polar bear. (more)david rumsey
From
£1,050
excluding flights
Exciting, memorable and a wonderful experience. (more)Martin Jones
A fabulous unique opportunity to enjoy and marvel at nature in all its glory....The most outstanding part of the trip was definitely the experience of being immersed in the stunningly beautiful environment of the lochs of western Scotland. (more)David Ritchie
A really terrific week which we will always remember (along with how to tie a bowline). Two of my colleagues at work have already expressed interest! (more)Helen Newton
From
US $5,100
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The vacation was great throughout but the highlight has to be seeing our first polar bear with 2 cubs! The scenery was also spectacular.
Tips?
Take a range of clothes for all temperatures. I did not expect it to be high 20s 200 miles north of the Arctic circle! but I wasn't complaining!
Local benefits?
All efforts were made to reduce environmental impact.
Overall rating?
Excellent trip, good mix of activities and high standard of food and
accommodation (more)Judith Olsen
From
£750
excluding flights
The trip was definitely successful not just for the activities but due to the people I sailed along with who made everything fun and entertaining and it was often difficult to move from the table, the stories were so overflowing. (more)Alison Hosker
I loved the whole atmosphere of being on the St Hilda, learning about how to sail a boat and discovering the wildlife around us. Sailing towards Arran under the blue sky was absolutely fantastic. Also, fishing for our dinner and catching lobster and crabs in our lobster pot was so exciting! (more)N.Z
From
5,399
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The close sighting of a pod of Orca attacking a Humpbacked Whale and penguins. Bird watching from the ship. Visiting the mainland at Neko Harbour. The ideal size of the ship and friendliness of the other passengers and crew.
Tips?
Don't bother taking your own warm boots. Those provided were perfectly adequate with our own waterproof walking shoes for deck walking.
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
A wonderful experience (more)Roger Labbatt
From
£1,320
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The weather was amazing but even more so were the wonderful crew - Steve, our chef - so inventive and creative. He went out of his way to make sure we all had food we loved, but also stretched our taste buds in the way he cooked and displayed the dishes. Iain our skipper made sure all needs were catered for. For example I made an off-the- cuff remark about another hook in my cabin. When I came back from my walk there it was! Another passenger had difficulty walking- he took... (more)Etta Geras
From
£2,165
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
See the midnight sun. The quality of that light! Seeing the sun going from W to N
and to East above the horizon
Tips?
Check well your excursions on shore before reserving. Plan well ahead cause
cabins in the 3rd and 4th floor sell quickly!
Local benefits?
Yes and no. Yes, cause the water use was low in the toilets (vacuumed). Yes because at every stop there is a chance to eat on the place and buy stuff or visit attractions. I would reduce the carton use... (more)Eduardo Stein
