Itinerary: Cruise from Dover – Rotterdam – Edinburgh (South Queensferry) (Overnight onboard) – Invergordon – Portree (Isle of Skye) – Belfast – Greenock – Liverpool – Dun Laoghaire – Cobh (tours to Cork) – Return to Dover.
Ports of Call
Cruise from Dover
- Rotterdam: Modern lines and open skies. Visit the Cube Houses, Markthal, or take a boat tour of the port. Clean, efficient, and unexpectedly pretty.
- Edinburgh (South Queensferry) (Overnight onboard): Cobbled capital framed by bridges. Visit the Castle, stroll the Royal Mile, or watch the skyline light up from Calton Hill. Two days allow a slower pace.
- Invergordon: Highland gateway for distilleries and dolphins. Take a trip to Inverness or cruise the Cromarty Firth. Local murals give colour to the quay.
- Portree (Isle of Skye): Harbour village beneath rocky peaks. Explore the Old Man of Storr, take a boat trip, or enjoy a fish supper overlooking the bay. Small but unforgettable.
- Belfast: Friendly city with a complex past. Visit Titanic Belfast, take a black cab tour, or walk through the Botanic Gardens. Straightforward to explore.
- Greenock: Handy for Glasgow’s museums and galleries. Visit Kelvingrove or explore Loch Lomond—a good mix of city and country options.
- Liverpool: Mersey melodies and maritime pride. Visit the Beatles Story, Albert Dock, or the Walker Art Gallery. The waterfront hums with energy.
- Dun Laoghaire: Seaside suburb with smooth connections. Stroll the East Pier or ride the DART into Dublin: sea breeze and city access combined.
- Cobh (tours to Cork): Colourful harbour rising above the water. Explore the Heritage Centre or head into Cork for the English Market—character and charm in equal measure.
Return to Dover