Shetland Islands Adventure Cruises

from $11,995

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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Edinburgh’s medieval charm
• Experience Orkney’s ancient wonders
• Encounter Shetland’s rich wildlife
• Visit Fair Isle’s bird cliffs

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Edinburgh / Aberdeen

Activities

Hiking, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer, exploring the stunning landscapes of the Inner and Outer Hebrides. Experience highlights like Fingal's Cave, the ancient island of Iona, and the rich history of Orkney before concluding your adventure in Aberdeen.

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from $13,595

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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Edinburgh, rich history
• Wander Iona, ancient abbey
• Discover St Kilda remote wilderness
• Visit Lewis, Neolithic wonders

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Edinburgh / Aberdeen

Activities

Adventure Options

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 12-day expedition from Edinburgh to Aberdeen aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Scotland's isles, cruise rugged coastlines, spot wildlife, and visit historic sites.

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from $13,595

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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Explore Edinburgh’s historic sites
• Discover Troon’s charming coast
• Marvel at Orkney’s ancient wonders
• Visit St Kilda’s seabird colonies

Starts / Ends

Edinburgh / Aberdeen

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Edinburgh to Aberdeen aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Scotland's untamed islands. Discover the ancient Hebrides and lush Orkney Islands, encounter wildlife along scenic coastlines, and experience local culture in charming villages while enjoying Scotland's renowned whisky.

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from $12,245

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Ancient Isles: England, Ireland, and Scotland

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Explore Celtic and Viking culture
• Sail around Skellig Michael
• Zodiac cruise in Scotland
• Visit giant seabird colonies

Starts / Ends

Windsor / Edinburgh

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day cruise from Portsmouth to Edinburgh aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Britain's, Ireland's, and Scotland's lesser-known wonders. Discover ancient megaliths, mysterious sea caves, historic dockyards, and lush botanical gardens.

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from $7,550

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
• Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
• Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
• Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders

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Glasgow / Bergen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to discover Scotland's rugged isles and Norway's stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, Orkney's ancient Standing Stones, Shetland's Jarlshof, Olden's Briksdal Glacier, the Flam Railway, and Bergen's historic Bryggen Wharf.

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from $9,474

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage - with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen - Glasgow, Scotland - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore Bergen’s vibrant streets
• Discover Flam’s stunning landscapes
• Visit Olden’s turquoise lakes
• Stroll Lerwick’s charming alleys

Starts / Ends

Bergen / Glasgow

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Norwegian fjords and Scottish Isles on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, featuring highlights like the Flam Railway, Briksdal Glacier, and ancient Jarlshof. Explore iconic sites, from Orkney’s Standing Stones to Eilean Donan Castle, before ending in Glasgow.

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from $8,160

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage - with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore Bergen
• Experience a rail journey
• Visit Lerwick
• Experience Loch Ness

Starts / Ends

Glasgow / Bergen

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, exploring the captivating landscapes of the Scottish Isles and Norwegian fjords. Start in Glasgow, then visit Fort William, Isle of Skye, Eilean Donan Castle, Kirkwall, Lerwick, Nordfjordeid, and Flåm. Conclude in Bergen, known for Bryggen's Hanseatic wharf.

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from $8,590

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
• Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
• Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
• Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders

Starts / Ends

Glasgow / Bergen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse to explore Scotland’s rugged isles and Norway’s stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, the Briksdal Glacier, and UNESCO sites like Orkney’s Standing Stones and Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf.

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from $6,850

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Shetland, Orkney & Hebrides

Edinburgh - Glasgow - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore Edinburgh Castle
• Discover Lerwick
• Explore Portree
• Experience Kirkwall

Starts / Ends

Edinburgh / Glasgow

Activity Level

Variable

Sail into the heart of Celtic shores on this 8-day cruise aboard the Le Bellot. See essential places like the old and new parts of Edinburgh, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit the islands of Shetland, Orkney, and the Hebrides in the north.

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from $6,500

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Shetland, Orkney & Hebrides

Edinburgh - Glasgow - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Explore Edinburgh landmarks
• Discover Lerwick’s coastal allure
• Wander Kirkwall’s streets
• Experience Portree’s landscape

Starts / Ends

Edinburgh / Glasgow

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring Scotland's stunning archipelagos from Edinburgh to Glasgow, including the Shetland, Orkney, and Hebrides Islands. Each port offers a unique excursion, from the Calanais Standing Stones to the Ben Nevis distillery, finishing in Glasgow’s vibrant cultural hub.

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from $7,295

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The Jewels of Scotland

Aberdeen Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Explore Scrabster’s coastal beauty
• Visit historic Castle of Mey
• Marvel at Calanish Stones
• Stroll through Stornoway harbor

Starts / Ends

Aberdeen / Aberdeen

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day roundtrip cruise on Scotland’s stunning coastlines and wild islands from Aberdeen aboard the Ocean Albatros. Sail to remote gems like Scrabster, Stornoway, and Kirkwall. Visit historic landmarks such as the Castle of Mey, the Calanish Standing Stones, and the bustling port of Lerwick.

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from $10,770

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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow, Scotland - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Tour Titanic Belfast
• Witness seabird colonies on Suduroy
• Discover Iceland’s fjord town Djupi
• Visit Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes

Starts / Ends

Glasgow / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the beauty of Europe’s wild west coast on this 12-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavik aboard the Le Laperouse. Journey through historic cities and picturesque landscapes, blending rich cultural experiences with natural scenery. Explore Belfast’s Titanic history, visit Lerwick, and witness the wildlife-rich cliffs of the Faroe Islands.

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from $5,595

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Wild Islands & Lands of Legends

Roundtrip Edinburgh - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Stroll Edinburgh historic streets
• Explore Kirkwall’s ancient ruins
• Witness puffins on Fair Isle cliffs
• Discover Lerwick's rich heritage

Starts / Ends

Edinburgh / Edinburgh

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit in historic Edinburgh, Scotland. Explore Orkney's rich heritage, Fair Isle's birdwatching, and the scenic landscapes of Lerwick before delving into the unspoiled beauty and Viking history of the Faroe Islands aboard this unforgettable journey.

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from $6,495

EBD 15

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Wild Islands & Lands of Legends

Roundtrip Edinburgh - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Edinburgh's historic street
• Tour Kirkwall's medieval treasures
• Admire Fair Isle's rugged beauty
• Discover Lerwick's rich heritage

Starts / Ends

Edinburgh / Edinburgh

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, beginning in Edinburgh and traveling to the Orkney Islands to explore historic sites and natural beauty. Experience the rugged charm of Fair Isle, Lerwick's heritage, and the stunning landscapes of the Faroe Islands, which are filled with Viking history and seabird colonies.

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from $2,900

No SS

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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Cruise along the edge of sea-ice
• Visit the volcanic Jan Mayen island
• Observe orca and minke whales
• Tour ancient circular stone towers

Activity Level

Variable

Search for whales, and other Arctic wildlife of the land, sea, and air on an adventurous voyage from the Scottish port of Aberdeen to our favorite Arctic island group.

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from $11,699

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Northern Isles: Iceland, Faroe Islands & Scotland

Reykjavik - Greenwich - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture

• Explore Reykjavik vibrant heritage
• Discover Grundarfjordur's landscape
• Experience Flatey's serene nature
• Enjoy Husavik's lively marine life

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Kirkwall

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture, exploring Iceland’s dramatic landscapes, the Faroe Islands, Shetland, and Orkney, with highlights like Dynjandi Waterfall, birdwatching on Grimsey, and historic sites in Torshavn and Lerwick.

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from $12,698

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Wild Scottish Isles & Iceland

Dublin - Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture

• Explore Dublin’s historic streets
• Cruise Calf of Man shores
• Discover Tobermory's harbor
• Visit St Kilda's stunning cliffs

Starts / Ends

Dublin / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Discover iconic castles, Viking sites, and dramatic cliffs on this 11-day Seabourn Venture cruise from Dublin to Reykjavik. Explore Ireland, the Isle of Man, Scotland’s islands, the Shetlands, and Iceland’s Westman Islands, encountering ancient ruins, seabird colonies, and vibrant local culture.

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