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Orcadian Odyssey - Scottish Isles Cruise

<p>Ruled by the Scandinavian crown until 1468, when the archipelago was ceded to Scotland under a marriage settlement, Orkney remains Nordic in culture. In the comfort of Lord of the Highlands, experience its magical prehistoric sites, extraordinary birdlife and incredible seascapes on a stunning summer cruise around the beautiful Orkney Isles.</p>
08 July, 2024 to 15 July, 2024
Category One Deluxe Cabins £ 3,490 GBP pp
The 15 deluxe cabins are located on the Richard Hannay and John Buchan Decks. All feature twin beds and large picture windows.
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Category Two Balcony Cabins £ 3,990 GBP pp
The 4 balcony cabins are located on the John Buchan Deck and feature twin beds. The balconies afford privacy and are fitted with teak furniture for you to enjoy the magnificent scenery.
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Category Three Suite £ 5,930 GBP pp
The spacious suite is located at the forward end of the John Buchan Deck and features large picture windows both port and starboard affording delightful views. The sitting area is furnished with a comfortable sofa, coffee table and mini bar.
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Orcadian Odyssey - Scottish Isles Cruise itinerary:

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Day 1 Scrabster - Embarkation.
Day 2 Cruise to Stromness. Stromness, Orkney – Skara Brae.

Steaming the Pentland Firth, we head for Stromness where Skara Brae and the Stromness Museum await.

Day 3 Stromness, Orkney - Stromness Museum Lyness, Hoy, Orkney – Scapa Flow Visitor Centre.

The Scapa Flow Museum tells the story of Orkney’s military involvement during both world wars and houses a major collection of wartime artefacts, many of national importance. 

Day 4 Lyness, Hoy, Orkney – Island Tour. Sail to Kirkwall.

Discover Hoy on an island tour which includes Lyness Royal Naval Cemetery, the final resting place of more than six hundred men who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars.

Day 5 Kirkwall, Orkney – Heart of Neolithic Orkney UNESCO World Heritage Site. Kirkwall, Orkney – St Magnus Cathedral & Sheila Fleet Jewellery.

Orkney’s finest Neolithic settlement gives a remarkable picture of life 5,000 years ago and Britian’s most northerly cathedral, St Magnus in Kirkwall is known as the ‘Light in the North’ and was founded in 1137 by the Viking, Earl Rognvald, in honour of his uncle St Magnus who was martyred in Orkney. In the oldest part of Kirkwall, visit Sheila Fleet’s beautiful gallery of her distinctive local jewellery.

Day 6 Cruise to South Ronaldsay. St Margaret’s Hope, South Ronaldsay, Orkney – Churchill Barriers & Italian Chapel.

Onwards to South Ronaldsay where the Churchill Barriers were constructed by Italian prisoners of war, and their enduring memorial, the delightful Italian Chapel. 

Day 7 Cruise to Scrabster. Scrabster – Castle of Mey.

Finally, we discover a majestic jewel, the Castle of Mey, the late Queen Mother’s home in Scotland.

Day 8 Scrabster - Disembarkation.
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Itineraries are subject to change.

Orcadian Odyssey - Scottish Isles Cruise reverse itinerary:

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Itineraries are subject to change.

Day 8 Scrabster - Disembarkation. *
Day 7 Cruise to Scrabster. Scrabster – Castle of Mey. *

Finally, we discover a majestic jewel, the Castle of Mey, the late Queen Mother’s home in Scotland.

Day 6 Cruise to South Ronaldsay. St Margaret’s Hope, South Ronaldsay, Orkney – Churchill Barriers & Italian Chapel. *

Onwards to South Ronaldsay where the Churchill Barriers were constructed by Italian prisoners of war, and their enduring memorial, the delightful Italian Chapel. 

Day 5 Kirkwall, Orkney – Heart of Neolithic Orkney UNESCO World Heritage Site. Kirkwall, Orkney – St Magnus Cathedral & Sheila Fleet Jewellery. *

Orkney’s finest Neolithic settlement gives a remarkable picture of life 5,000 years ago and Britian’s most northerly cathedral, St Magnus in Kirkwall is known as the ‘Light in the North’ and was founded in 1137 by the Viking, Earl Rognvald, in honour of his uncle St Magnus who was martyred in Orkney. In the oldest part of Kirkwall, visit Sheila Fleet’s beautiful gallery of her distinctive local jewellery.

Day 4 Lyness, Hoy, Orkney – Island Tour. Sail to Kirkwall. *

Discover Hoy on an island tour which includes Lyness Royal Naval Cemetery, the final resting place of more than six hundred men who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars.

Day 3 Stromness, Orkney - Stromness Museum Lyness, Hoy, Orkney – Scapa Flow Visitor Centre. *

The Scapa Flow Museum tells the story of Orkney’s military involvement during both world wars and houses a major collection of wartime artefacts, many of national importance. 

Day 2 Cruise to Stromness. Stromness, Orkney – Skara Brae. *

Steaming the Pentland Firth, we head for Stromness where Skara Brae and the Stromness Museum await.

Day 1 Scrabster - Embarkation. *
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Lord Of The Highlands, the ship servicing Orcadian Odyssey - Scottish Isles Cruise

Lord Of The Highlands

Vessel Type: Small Ship

Length: 43 metres

Passenger Capacity: 19 cabins - 38 passengers

Built/Refurbished: 2012/2020/2022/23

The challenge as with her sister vessel ‘Lord of the Glens’ was to craft a vessel that could both transit the intricate waters of the Caledonian Canal as well as navigate the sheltered waters around Scotland’s hauntingly beautiful fretted west coast, the result being the splendid ‘Lord of the Highlands’. Its elegance calls to mind that of a luxury yacht.

Lord of the Highlands with her convivial company of just 38 guests and a dedicated crew, cruises the historic locks of Scotland’s majestic Caledonian Canal. There is a relaxed house party atmosphere on board this small, luxury Scottish cruise ship. Where guests can relax in comfort and style as they discover this most beautiful waterway. Offering a personal service, our crew get to know guests needs and preferences. They are determined to make sure everyone has the best possible time, creating an unforgettable experience, where guests really feel at home.

There are 21 outward facing state cabins spread over two decks each named with references to John Buchan’s “THIRTY-NINE STEPS”. Each cabin is finished in hardwood finishes, plush carpeting, dressing table, stool, wardrobe, satellite tv, and en suite facilities with shower, wc and washbasin. All state cabins are air conditioned and heated with an internal telephone and picture windows.

The cuisine is excellent, freshly prepared onboard by a loyal and long serving brigade of chefs, drawing on the rich bounty of locally sourced produce. What could be more delightful than to awake to the prospect of a full scottish breakfast and for early risers to take advantage of the complimentary hot beverages that await in the lounge and for that matter for the rest of the day as well?

Everything from tours ashore, to meals and drinks, port taxes and even gratuities are included in the fare you pay. Lord of the Highlands cruises are genuinely fully-inclusive

Cabin layout for Lord Of The Highlands
• Stromness

• Skara Brae

• Orkney

• Kirkwall

• Scrabster