Scenic Coastlines of the British Isles

Overview

A 9-night voyage aboard Balmoral, departing Newcastle, UK on 19 Aug 2026 and returning to the same port, calling at 6 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Newcastle, UKEmbark

   19 Aug 2026

   The cruise terminal in Newcastle offers fast and efficient check-in areas, a spacious departure lounge with seating areas, a café-bar and smart washrooms all resulting in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. If you wish to travel by car and park for the duration of your cruise, no pre-booking is required.
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   Day 2 ·At Sea

   20 Aug 2026
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   Day 3 ·Stornoway, Lewis, Scotland

   21 Aug 2026

   Thanks to its sheltered location, Stornoway, on the island of Lewis and Harris, is the largest town of the Outer Hebrides islands of Scotland. The port offers a warm welcome to those visiting Lewis as part of their exploration of one of the UK’s remotest locations.
   
   A stroll along the quay reveals local fishermen on traditional fleets landing the catch of the day, before shipping it to one the island’s amazing eateries. There is an unmistakeable odour of peat in the air as the smokehouses turn the seafood into island specialities.
   
   Historic Lews Castle and the adjoining museum are key cultural centre for the islands’ heritage. An Lanntair Art Centre samples local arts and a good programme of art events, while a unique shopping experience awaits at the Harris Tweed Hebrides Outlet and Lewis Loom Centre, where traditional weaving methods can be discovered. Alternatively, a wander through the surrounding woods and a visit to the Woodland Centre can while away a pleasant hour or two.
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   Day 4 ·Sound of Mull, Scotland

   22 Aug 2026
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   Day 4 ·Pass Bac Mòr (Dutchman's Cap), Scotland

   22 Aug 2026
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   Day 4 ·Pass Fingals Cave, Isle of Staffa

   22 Aug 2026
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   Day 5 ·At Sea

   23 Aug 2026
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   Day 6 ·St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly

   24 Aug 2026

   Located just 28 miles off the shores of Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly may be close to the mainland, but they feel a million miles away thanks to their gorgeous beaches, lush nature reserves and stunning surf.
   
   St. Mary's, Scilly's main and largest island, is smothered with treasures that await your discovery, including ancient monuments, the Carreg Dhu Community Garden, a small museum in Hugh Town and an interesting heritage centre in the middle of the island. There are also multiple opportunities to walk along miles of scenic beaches or nature trails.
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   Day 7 ·St Peter Port, Guernsey

   25 Aug 2026

   The picturesque capital of Guernsey, and the main port of the Channel Islands, St. Peter Port, is a bustling, historic town where Georgian and Regency architecture has been refined by French émigrés.
   
   The result of these influences is a charming mix of styles, with tumbling terraces and tiered gardens, stylish boutiques and chic cafés that are an absolute joy to explore. Of course, many visitors tour the town on the hunt for a bargain in the low-tax stores.
   
   The author of Les Misérables, Victor Hugo, was exiled in Guernsey, living in Hauteville House for 15 years. Now known as Victor Hugo House, it is a museum owned and operated by the Paris city government. Castle Cornet, the ancient harbour fortress, sits atop a rock outcrop reached along a bridge and breakwater, and houses several museums.
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    Day 8 ·Portland, England

    26 Aug 2026

    Situated on the natural world heritage Jurassic coast, Portland is the gateway to attractions including Stonehenge, Bath and Salisbury Cathedral. Additionally, nearby you have a number of beautiful castles, Portland, Rufus and Sandfoot, as well as Nothe fort and Max Gate.
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    Day 9 ·At Sea

    27 Aug 2026
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    Day 10 ·Newcastle, UKDisembark

    28 Aug 2026

    The cruise terminal in Newcastle offers fast and efficient check-in areas, a spacious departure lounge with seating areas, a café-bar and smart washrooms all resulting in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. If you wish to travel by car and park for the duration of your cruise, no pre-booking is required.

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