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6 Night The Scottish Isles Cruise from Glasgow

Ship: MS Spitsbergen

Cruise Line: HX Hurtigruten Expeditions

Sailed: Wednesday, Apr 2, 2025 from Glasgow, United Kingdom

Ended: Tuesday, Apr 8, 2025

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Wednesday, Apr 2, 2025 departure of the MS Spitsbergen. If HX Hurtigruten Expeditions 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 - Wednesday - Apr 2, 2025

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Bus Travel

Cruise Begins

Fairlie, United Kingdom

Start in Scotland's stylish city of culture. A former industrial powerhouse, Glasgow has reinvented itself as a cultural hotspot, packed with museums, galleries, and parks. Discover the splendid Art Nouveau architecture of Charles Rennie Mackintosh before your expedition cruise begins. You'll embark MS Spitsbergen in Fairlie, a small community outside of Glasgow. Lying on the shores of the Firth of Clyde nestled against a backdrop of the North Ayrshire Hills, this area is known for its coastal towns with Viking heritage and scenic walks. Get to know the ship before meeting the Expedition Team - your guides for the adventure ahead - and enjoy your first dinner aboard as we set sail.

Day 2 - Thursday - Apr 3, 2025

Isle of Arran, Scotland, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Enjoy wildlife spotting on Arran. Welcome to the Isle of Arran, known for its heather-cloaked landscapes. Why not try a hike with views of the craggy peaks of Goat Fell and see if you can spot Scotland's 'Big Five': the golden eagle, red deer, red squirrel, otter, and harbor seal, all of which can be found on Arran. Explore the woodland and gardens of Brodick Castle, and marvel at the Neolithic treasures and huge upright slabs at the Machrie Moor Stone Circle. Your stop wouldn't be complete without a visit to the Isle of Arran Distillery and a taste of their distinctive malt.

Day 3 - Friday - Apr 4, 2025

Vatersay, United Kingdom

Mingulay, Barra Isles, United Kingdom

Explore the tranquil southernmost islands of the Outer Hebrides. Today, we'll explore the southernmost islands of the Outer Hebrides. We'll attempt a nature landing on the white-sand beaches of Vatersay, located at the beginning of the renowned Hebridean Way. The mighty wind and waves of the Atlantic have carved sheltered harbors here, allowing settlements to arise as far back as the Neolithic period. Explore the rich history and admire the tranquil beauty of this tiny island, before heading south to remote Mingulay. Abandoned by its resident population a century ago, Mingulay is home to some of the largest bird colonies in the Hebrides. Puffins, guillemots, fulmars, kittiwakes, and more make their nests across the island, including on the towering Carnan Cliffs, a protected breeding area. If conditions allow, we'll take our small expedition boats around the island on the lookout for some of these magnificent birds.

Day 4 - Saturday - Apr 5, 2025

Tobermory, United Kingdom

Get ready for the dreamy beauty of the Sound of Mull. Brightly colored Georgian houses line the waterfront in the picturesque fishing port of Tobermory on the Isle of Mull. As we explore, your local guide will bring the port to life with stories of its vibrant past and present. Learn about the local heritage at the Mull Museum, try a dram of local whisky, stroll around the loch in Aros Park, or soak up the views across the Ardnamurchan Peninsula on a walk along the wooded coastal path. The Isle of Mull is a magnet for birders. It has the highest breeding density of golden eagles in Europe, and white-tailed eagles can often be seen soaring above the coast. While here, you can also visit one of the historic castles which guarded these waterways when the Lord of the Isles ruled the region in the 12th century.

Day 5 - Sunday - Apr 6, 2025

Fort William, Scotland

See why Fort William is an outdoor adventure hub. After sailing into Loch Linnhe, we arrive at Fort William. The town is known as 'Britain's Outdoor Capital' and it's a magnet for hikers, bikers, climbers, and skiers. As you'll see, it's set amid some spectacular Highland scenery. The town's whisky distillery offers its take on the national tipple, and a scenic walk awaits you at Glen Nevis. Nearby is the beautiful valley of Glen Coe, which was carved out of the landscape by glaciers and volcanic activity. Glen Coe is designated a National Scenic Area, but also has a dramatic history that's integral to the story of Scotland.

Day 6 - Monday - Apr 7, 2025

Port Ellen, Islay, Scotland, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Fire up your spirit of discovery on 'whisky island'. Islay, the 'Queen of the Hebrides', is the southernmost island of the Inner Hebrides, with rugged uplands and coastline. The island is the proud home of world-famous peaty single malts - but that's far from the only reason to visit. Islay is a wildlife haven, home to over 200 species of birds, including oystercatchers, gannets, and golden eagles. From its sandy beaches, you can sometimes spot dolphins and basking sharks. Port Ellen is the gateway to three of the island's nine distilleries. Of course, no trip to Islay is complete without a 'wee dram' from one of these famous and historic whisky producers, including Laphroaig and Ardbeg.

Day 7 - Tuesday - Apr 8, 2025

Fairlie, United Kingdom

Experience the culture of Scotland's cities. Your adventure to the wild Scottish Isles ends back in Glasgow (Fairlie). Lying on the shores of the Firth of Clyde with views across to the high hills of Argyll, Glasgow's impressive fishing and shipping heritage is manifest in the Victorian architecture of the west end of town. It's well worth exploring this area some more if you have time before you head home.

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Apr 7, 2026(Tuesday)	10 Night The Scottish Isles Island Hopping in the Hebrides Departing from Glasgow, United Kingdom Special Promotions Audubon Membership Benefit AARP Member Benefit	$7,728per person	$8,126per person	$19,573per person	View
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Apr 17, 2026(Friday)	10 Night The Scottish Isles Island Hopping in the Hebrides Departing from Glasgow, United Kingdom Special Promotions Audubon Membership Benefit AARP Member Benefit	$8,297per person	$7,806per person	$20,507per person	View

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