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13 Night From Scotland to Spitsbergen Cruise from Glasgow

Ship: Le Lyrial

Cruise Line: Ponant Cruises

Sailed: Sunday, May 25, 2025 from Glasgow, United Kingdom

Ended: Saturday, Jun 7, 2025

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Sunday, May 25, 2025 departure of the Le Lyrial. If Ponant Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.

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Itinerary

Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Sunday - May 25, 2025

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Depart: 18:00:00

In the heart of the Clyde Valley, the bustling city of Glasgow contrasts starkly with the wild beauty of the surrounding countryside. Scotland's biggest city overflows with landmarks from its extensive artistic heritage and outstanding architectural tradition. The city's checkerboard layout makes walking through the major pedestrian thoroughfares easy: go with the flow and let the lively street atmosphere take you past the many Victorian monuments. Don't miss the collections on display in the numerous museums and art galleries. The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is an outstanding example.

Day 2 - Monday - May 26, 2025

Iona, United Kingdom

Of all the islands in the Inner Hebrides, Iona is by far the most conducive to contemplation and meditation. And for good reason... it is here that St. Columba landed from Ireland in 563 and undertook to establish Christianity in Scotland. Now an abbey, the island's true spiritual centre stands where the ancient monastery founded by the Irish missionary was built. Many kings of Scotland, including the legendary Macbeth, are buried in the nearby cemetery. In sunny weather, arriving on the Isle of Iona is a stunningly beautiful experience.

Day 3 - Tuesday - May 27, 2025

Callanish, United Kingdom

In Scotland's Outer Hebrides, on the legendary Isle of Lewis, Callanish dazzles and surprises, fascinates, and questions. On the eastern coast of the island, where land and sea rub shoulders and clash in the tumult of wild nature, discover the Callanish Stones megalithic site. No fewer than 51 stones stand in the middle of the peat fields. Deliberately arranged about 5,000 years ago, they are a mysterious testimony to the Stone Age. There are many theories as to the purpose of these stones - a place of worship, a lunar calendar, an astronomic observatory, or a healing center - but they remain an enigma. The singular atmosphere of this site lends itself to all sorts of interpretations, to all sorts of dreams and musings.

Day 4 - Wednesday - May 28, 2025

Mousa, United Kingdom

A conical dry stone tower dating back to the end of the Iron Age, the Broch of Mousa is one of the many buildings constructed in the Highlands and in the Hebrides, Orkney, and Shetland archipelagos to fend off invaders. Constructed circa 100 BC, it is the tallest broch still standing, at 13 meters (almost 43 feet), and the best-preserved in Europe. Its excellent state of preservation can be explained among other factors by its isolated location and its massive construction: it has a single entrance passage and thick walls, with a diameter that is smaller than that of other brochs. The building was used over the centuries and is mentioned in the Norse sagas, Egil's Saga, and the Orkneyinga Saga.

Day 5 - Thursday - May 29, 2025

At Sea

During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship's upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment.

Day 6 - Friday - May 30, 2025

At Sea

Day 7 - Saturday - May 31, 2025

Bronnoysund, Norway

Nestling on a narrow peninsula a short distance from the Arctic Circle, not far from the mythical Torghatten granite dome, Bronnoysund invites you on an unforgettable journey into the heart of wild nature, between chains of rocky, green, and snow-covered islets. The port of call in this former Viking city will also be an opportunity to discover the Vega archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its 6,500 or so islands will offer you indelible moments in this natural setting, where time seems to stand still. Surrounded by high mountains that drop sharply into the Norwegian Sea, these insular natural sanctuaries are home to many species of seabirds, like the common eider.

Day 8 - Sunday - Jun 1, 2025

Reine, Lofoten, Norway, Norway

Way beyond the Arctic Circle, Lofoten Islands are truly considered to be in "another world". A jewel of nature in its most pristine state, this archipelago with its jagged coastline offers you majestic settings of high alpine summits, sandy beaches, green prairies, and fjords of a deep blue, where countless bird colonies make their nests. Whether you visit A or Nusfjord listed by UNESCO, enjoy authentic and memorable moments.

Cruising Trollfjord

According to legend, trolls were the guardians of this 2-kilometre long fjord accessible via the Raftsund Strait, between the Vesteralen Archipelago and the Lofoten Islands. Dominated on both sides by vertical rock faces that stand up to 1,000 metres high in parts, Trollfjorden welcomes you in a magical atmosphere that its narrowness helps to create. During this unforgettable journey, you will indeed have the impression that you're grazing the surrounding mountains and that you'll never see the end of this marine cul-de-sac. After a delicate U-turn, your ship will finally head back in the opposite direction: this will perhaps be the opportunity to observe trolls, seals, and eagles, which are often present in this site, unique on earth.

Day 9 - Monday - Jun 2, 2025

Tromso, Norway

In the north of the Arctic Circle you'll discover Tromso, a secluded town located in the county of Troms. Norwegians call it the "Paris of the north". You'll soon see why when you discover its extensive Neoclassical architectural heritage. A stunning example is the Arctic Cathedral, a major monument whose stylistic purity echoes the outline of the mountains surrounding the town.

Day 10 - Tuesday - Jun 3, 2025

Cruising Bear Island, Norway

Halfway between Norway and Spitsbergen, you will sail not far from the coastlines of Bjornoya, the southernmost island of Svalbard. From your ship, observe this isolated piece of land discovered in 1596 by the Dutch navigator Willem Barents, who was then looking for the Northeast Passage. Following a tough fight between a polar bear and the members of the expedition, he dubbed the place Bear Island. Regularly covered by a thick layer of fog, Bjornoya shelters a meteorological station built in 1923, which is still in operation. Declared a nature reserve in 2002, the island is above all home to an enormous colony of sea birds: skuas, guillemots, puffins, tridactyl gulls, petrels, gulls, and little auks all coexist here.

Day 11 - Wednesday - Jun 4, 2025

Sor-Spitsbergen National Park, Norway

Set sail for southwest Spitsbergen, immerse yourself in this environment unlike any other and explore its unexpected riches. In this natural sanctuary, the polar light combines with the changing weather of the Arctic, a big blue sky, the horizon scattered with clouds, the enveloping mist erasing the border between the land and the sea. Follow in the footsteps of the first explorers and admire the majestic fjords and glaciers sculpting the breathtaking landscapes, their icy waters shimmering beneath the midnight sun. The fjords, veritable cathedrals of ice, reveal their millennial secrets, while the glaciers, like sleeping giants, move slowly towards the sea, setting free sparkling icebergs. On the water, you might spot belugas and rorquals, while on the shores, seals and Arctic foxes add a touch of mystery to this living tableau, where the steep cliffs become breeding grounds for thousands of seabirds, like guillemots. Southwest Spitsbergen is an ode to nature in its rawest and purest form.

Day 12 - Thursday - Jun 5, 2025

Sor-Spitsbergen National Park, Norway

Day 13 - Friday - Jun 6, 2025

Sor-Spitsbergen National Park, Norway

Day 14 - Saturday - Jun 7, 2025

Longyearbyen, Norway

Longyearbyen is the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on Svalbard's main island, and is the northernmost territorial capital on the planet. With winter temperatures dropping to below 40C, the landscapes of this mining town are simply breathtaking. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye can see, and the untouched nature make you feel like you're in completely unexplored territory.

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Other Sail Dates and Itineraries on Le Lyrial

Sail Date	Itinerary Name	Interior From	Oceanview From	Balcony From	Suite From	Details
May 5, 2026(Tuesday)	8 Night British Archipelagos and Celtic Shores Departing from St Malo, France Special Promotions Up to 30% Bonus Savings Loyalty Status Match Program	Call For Price	Call For Price	Call For Price	Call For Price	View
May 13, 2026(Wednesday)	9 Night The Hebrides Archipelago A Journey Deep into the Heart of the Wilderness Departing from Dublin, Ireland Special Promotions Up to 30% Bonus Savings Loyalty Status Match Program 10% Off + Up to $1,000 Onboard Credit	Call For Price	Call For Price	Call For Price	Call For Price	View
May 13, 2026(Wednesday)	9 Night The Hebrides Archipelago A Journey Deep into the Heart of the Wilderness Departing from Dublin, Ireland Special Promotions Up to 30% Bonus Savings Loyalty Status Match Program 10% Off + Up to $1,000 Onboard Credit	Call For Price	Call For Price	Call For Price	Call For Price	View
May 22, 2026(Friday)	9 Night Scottish Archipelagos and the Faroe Islands Nordic Heritage and Island Identities Departing from Glasgow, United Kingdom Special Promotions Up to 30% Bonus Savings Loyalty Status Match Program	Call For Price	$8,520per person	$9,170per person	$13,770per person	View
May 22, 2026(Friday)	9 Night Scottish Archipelagos and the Faroe Islands Nordic Heritage and Island Identities Departing from Glasgow, United Kingdom Special Promotions Up to 30% Bonus Savings Loyalty Status Match Program	Call For Price	$8,520per person	$9,170per person	$13,770per person	View

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