Spirit of Discovery in Fowey
Skara Brae, Orkney
Spirit of Discovery in Ullapool
Stornoway harbour
A Standard Balcony Cabin
Enjoy Asian cuisine at East to West
Coast to Coast
Look forward to delicious cuisine
The South Cape Bar
The Lido
Spirit of Discovery’s sumptuous Spa
The Britannia Lounge
The Playhouse
Included afternoon tea
From the Cornish Coast to the Scottish Isles
Spirit of Discovery departing Dover
from
£4,006 per person
Save up to 35%
12 nights
15th June 2027
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £27 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold.
This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare.
Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin.
When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.
Explore the ancient heritage of the British Isles
From the vibrant Cornish town of Fowey, birthplace of novelist Dame Daphne du Maurier, cruise to the ‘Emerald Isle’. Call at the seaside town of Cobh and perhaps visit the city of Cork, whose attractions include the Victorian Gothic St Fin Barre’s Cathedral and an 18th-century covered food market. In Northern Ireland, explore the capital Belfast, a haven for literature, art, music and theatre. The city also has a rich seafaring history and it was here that the RMS Titanic was built. Next, follow in the wake of the Vikings to the Isle of Lewis where Stornoway was originally a Viking settlement. Today its harbour is overlooked by the Victorian gothic-style Lews Castle.
On the Scottish mainland, with a picturesque setting beside Loch Broom, visit Ullapool. This is a perfect base from which to explore the scenic north-west Highlands. Cruising further north, the rugged Orkneys offer a rich Viking history and are home to the oldest and best-preserved Neolithic site in Europe, Skara Brae. Kirkwall is the largest town and capital, home to the medieval St Magnus Cathedral. Uncover more Viking heritage in the remote Shetland Islands and their capital, Lerwick, which derives its name from the Old Norse for ‘mud bay’. The geology of these 100-plus islands is so diverse that they are a designated global Geopark and, unsurprisingly, they are also teeming with seabirds and other wildlife.
Included excursion in every port
Itinerary
Embark Spirit of Discovery.
Depart 1700.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
The Cornish town of Fowey is located at the mouth of the River Fowey. Established well before the Norman invasion, it has been a major centre for trade throughout its history due to its natural harbour, which is flanked by 14th-century blockhouses and overlooked by St Catherine’s Castle. As the birthplace of novelist Dame Daphne du Maurier, the town has strong literary connections and holds an annual Du Maurier festival.
Included excursion
See more of Fowey from the river or enjoy traditional Sea Shanty songs performed live in a local church on a choice of included excursions.
Optional excursion
Enjoy a visit to the Eden Project.
⚓ Land by launch or tender.
Arrive 0930. Depart 1900.
Set beside one of the world’s largest natural harbours, Cobh is a seaside town renowned for its brightly coloured waterfront buildings. The Gothic Revival St Colman’s Cathedral perches on a steep hillside overlooking the town. The busy port was the embarkation point for 2.5 million people who emigrated to America between 1848 and 1950. The Titanic Experience, which is in the town’s former White Star Line ticket office, retells the plight of the ill-fated ship which made her last stop here. From Cobh you can visit the riverside city of Cork on an included excursion. Alternatively, head to Blarney Castle to kiss the Blarney Stone and explore the grounds.
Included excursion
Enjoy a visit to the historic city of Cork, whose attractions include the Victorian Gothic St Fin Barre’s Cathedral and the 18th-century English Market, a covered food market.
Optional excursion
Visit Blarney Castle and its famous stone. The 600-year-old castle sits amid 60 acres of gardens and parklands, including the poison garden, home to some of the world’s most dangerous and toxic plants. The Blarney Stone, located at the top of the castle tower, is said to give the gift of eloquence to those who kiss it.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Having enjoyed a 21st-century rejuvenation, Northern Ireland’s capital, Belfast, is fast becoming a celebrated haven for literature, art, music and theatre – the Cathedral Quarter is at the city’s cultural heart and well worth a visit. The city also boasts a rich seafaring history and it was here that the ill-fated RMS Titanic was built. Today visitors can explore Titanic Belfast, which narrates the story of the White Star ocean liner.
Included excursion
An included excursion will reveal some of the highlights of Belfast.
Optional excursion
Belfast is the gateway to some of Northern Ireland’s most picturesque coastal and countryside scenery. From here, you could travel to see the geometric columns of Giant’s Causeway, created as a result of an ancient volcanic eruption.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Arrive 0800. Depart 1900.
Originally a Viking settlement, Stornoway is the bustling capital of the Outer Hebrides, set in a natural harbour overlooked by the Victorian gothic-style Lews Castle. The town is set on the east coast of the Isle of Lewis, known for its Harris Tweed, a cloth hand woven by the islanders for centuries.
Included excursion
See more of your surroundings on an included excursion.
Optional excursion
Step back in time with a visit to the Gearrannan Blackhouse Village where generations of crofting families once lived or visit the Isle of Harris.
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Enjoying a picturesque position, nestled on the shores of Loch Broom and surrounded by rugged mountains, Ullapool is a small village, originally founded as a herring port in 1788. It is a perfect base from which to explore the scenic north-west Highlands.
Included excursion
An included excursion offers an introduction to Ullapool.
Optional excursion
Discover the landscapes and geology of the north-west Highlands, with a visit to Knockan Crag or Corrieshalloch Gorge National Nature Reserves.
⚓ Land by launch or tender.
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
An archipelago of mostly flat, green-topped islands ringed with red sandstone cliffs and sandy beaches, the Orkneys lie due north of John O’ Groats. Although remote, these rugged and unspoilt islands offer a rich history and are home to the oldest and best-preserved Neolithic site in Europe, Skara Brae. Kirkwall is the largest town and capital, where you can visit the medieval St Magnus Cathedral or delve into the islands’ fascinating Viking heritage.
Included excursion
See the sights of Kirkwall on an included excursion.
Optional excursion
Step back 5000 years and discover Skara Brae, the Neolithic settlement unearthed by a storm in 1850 that pre-dates Stonehenge and the Pyramids.
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
The remote Shetland Islands sit around 200 miles from Aberdeen and, of nearly 100 islands, only 20 are inhabited. The capital, Lerwick, derives its name from the Old Norse for ‘mud bay’ and reflects the area’s Viking heritage, as do the archaeological sites to be found here. The geology of these 100-plus islands is so diverse that they are a designated global Geopark and, unsurprisingly, they are also teeming with seabirds and other wildlife.
Included excursion
See more of the surroundings on an included excursion.
Optional excursions
Explore the Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement or take a boat trip to Mousa Island.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Arrive 0700.
Disembark Spirit of Discovery after breakfast.
from
£4,006 per person
Save up to 35%
12 nights
15th June 2027
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £27 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold.
This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare.
Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin.
When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.
Spirit of Discovery
2019
Year built
987
Guest capacity (maximum)
540
Ship crew
Britannia Lounge
Relax in comfort with a drink, and admire the spectacular panoramic views.
Enjoy fine dining
Enjoy world-class cuisine at no extra cost in a choice of four restaurants.
Spa
Indulge yourself with a spa treatment in one of our six treatment rooms.
The Library
A booklover’s paradise combined with an artisanal coffee-shop, it's the perfect spot to research your next port of call.
Time for you
Take advantage of tailored exercise regimes and bespoke one-to-one fitness sessions with our health and wellbeing expert.
Daily afternoon tea
Indulge with a sumptuous selection of sweet treats at the daily afternoon tea.
The Terrace
This elegant ‘secret’ garden area is the perfect setting to enjoy the fresh air any time of the day.
from
£4,006 per person
Save up to 35%
12 nights
15th June 2027
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £27 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold.
This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare.
Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin.
When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.