Itinerary: Cruise from Southampton – Newcastle (Port of Tyne) – Rosyth – Aberdeen – Lerwick (Shetland Islands) – Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) – Belfast – Dublin – Cobh (Cork) – Return to Southampton.
Ports of Call
Cruise from Southampton
- Newcastle (Port of Tyne): River city with galleries and bridges. Walk the Quayside, visit the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, or hop to Tynemouth for the priory and beach—warm, urban energy.
- Rosyth: Forth-side gateway for Edinburgh. Cross to the capital for the Royal Mile and castle, or walk coastal paths with views of the Forth Bridges. Easy rail links help.
- Aberdeen: Granite city facing the North Sea. See Old Aberdeen and the university, stroll Footdee by the harbour, or visit the art gallery. Strong lines, salty air.
- Lerwick (Shetland Islands): Stone waterfront and museum-packed history. Wander lanes above the harbour, ferry to Bressay, or look for seabirds on cliff paths. Norse spirit lingers.
- Stornoway (Isle of Lewis): Hebridean hub with Gaelic culture. Tour Lews Castle, drive to the Callanish Stones, or walk the Lews Castle Grounds. Wind and light define the place.
- Belfast: Shipbuilding heritage and lively quarters. Explore Titanic Belfast, take a black-cab tour, or browse St George’s Market—past and present meet.
- Dublin: Georgian streets and river life. Visit Trinity’s Book of Kells, stroll Temple Bar by day, or follow the Grand Canal for a quieter loop. Literary threads run everywhere.
- Cobh (Cork): Harbour town with emigration stories. Tour the Heritage Centre, then ride into Cork for markets and music. Colourful facades greet you as you return to the quay.
Return to Southampton