11/07/2021 Tilbury

Tilbury

Embark Spirit of Discovery.

Depart 1800.

12/07/2021 At Sea

Spend the day at sea.

13/07/2021 Falmouth ⚓, England

Falmouth ⚓, England

Arrive 0800. Depart 2200.

Falmouth is a thriving port town, well-known for its rich maritime heritage and converted into a seaport at the request of Sir Walter Raleigh. Positioned on the Cornish coast at the Fal Estuary, today the town is the start and finish line for many record-breaking sea voyages including those of Dame Ellen MacArthur and Robin Knox-Johnston.

Optional excursions

Discover the remarkable botanical gardens of the Eden Project which are all housed in tropical biomes, nestling in a huge crater of a former china clay mine.

⚓ Land by launch or tender

14/07/2021 At Sea

Spend the day at sea. 

15/07/2021 Holyhead, Anglesey, Wales

Holyhead, Anglesey, Wales

Arrive 0800. Depart 1800.

Situated off the north-west coast of Wales, close to the Snowdonia Mountain range, lies the Isle of Anglesey which boasts a wealth of history including a long and ancient Celtic past. During the Middle Ages, the island was known as ‘Mam Cymru’ or ‘Mother of Wales’, thanks to its lush, fertile fields. Historic Beaumaris on the east side of the island is the site of the last royal stronghold built by Edward I.

Optional excursions

Visit Beaumaris Castle, built in 1295, or travel to mainland Wales and discover the scenic beauty of Snowdonia National Park, home to Mount Snowdon, Wales’ highest mountain.

16/07/2021 Belfast, Northern Ireland

Belfast, Northern Ireland

Arrive 0800. Depart 2100. 

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 sightseeing excursion 

An included sightseeing tour will reveal the highlights of Belfast.

Optional excursions 

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.

17/07/2021 Greenock, Scotland

Greenock, Scotland

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.

Well-known as being the birthplace of James Watt, Greenock is a historic, industrial town that stands on the banks of the River Clyde. It is well-situated for exploring Glasgow, a cultural hub with a rich history and architecture created by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, or perhaps discover Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. 

Optional excursions 

From Greenock, head for Glasgow, a cultural hub with a rich legacy of trade and ship building. Admire the fine Victorian and art nouveau architecture or enjoy some free time to explore this city at your leisure.

18/07/2021 At Sea

Spend the day at sea.

19/07/2021 Ullapool ⚓ , Scotland

Ullapool ⚓ , Scotland

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.

Optional excursions

Discover the landscapes and geology of the north-west Highlands, with a visit to Knockan Crag National Nature Reserve, or explore Lochinver village and Loch Assynt.

⚓ Land by launch or tender

20/07/2021 Kirkwall, Orkney Islands

Kirkwall, Orkney Islands

Arrive 0800. Depart 2000.

An archipelago of mostly flat, green-topped islands ringed with red sandstone cliffs and sandy beaches, the Orkneys lie some 50 miles off the northern tip of the Scottish mainland. 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 sightseeing excursion 

See the sights of Kirkwall on an included excursion.

Optional excursions

Step back 5000 years and discover Skara Brae, the Neolithic settlement unearthed by a storm in 1850 that pre-dates Stonehenge and the Pyramids.

21/07/2021 At Sea

Spend the day at sea.

22/07/2021 Edinburgh (Newhaven) ⚓ , Scotland

Edinburgh (Newhaven) ⚓ , Scotland

Arrive 0800. Depart 2000.

Rising from the Firth of Forth to a rocky pinnacle crowned by its famous castle, Scotland’s capital Edinburgh has been drawing visitors for centuries. As well as exploring the historic 12th-century castle, you can stroll along the Royal Mile which runs through the heart of the Old Town with its labyrinthine lanes, visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Queen’s official residence in Scotland, and discover a host of museums and galleries, including the National Museum of Scotland.

Included sightseeing excursion 

From Newhaven, join an included sightseeing tour, which will pass the key attractions of the Scottish capital, Edinburgh.

Optional excursions

Explore the Palace of Holyroodhouse and gardens, the royal family’s official residence in Scotland, or visit the Falkirk Wheel, a rotating boat lift which connects the Forth and Clyde Canals.

23/07/2021 Newcastle, England

Newcastle, England

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.

Gateway to the North East, Newcastle was first used as a port by the Romans. From its industrial roots in ship building and coal mining, it has transformed itself into a city of culture, with its wealth of art galleries and museums. From the Quayside, now a hub for the arts, it is possible to see the city’s seven iconic bridges which include the famous arched Gateshead Millennium Bridge.

Included sightseeing excursion 

Look forward to an included sightseeing tour, taking in the highlights of this lively capital of the North East.

Optional excursions

Experience a taste of history with a visit to the Beamish Museum, the living museum of the north east. Or perhaps head to Anthony Gormley’s famous ‘The Angel of the North’, which has become a modern-day landmark.

24/07/2021 At Sea

Spend the day at sea.

25/07/2021 Tilbury

Tilbury

Arrive 0700.

Disembark Spirit of Discovery after breakfast.