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Around British Isles Cruise
UK & Ireland Cruise
This nine-night voyage has much to recommend it to lovers of both nature and natural beauty.
This cruise offers a Flagship Golf package. ArtsClub - Wildlife & Nature, hosted by David Saunders. Civilisations - Celtic History.
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| Date | Arr | Dep | Destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2009 | |||
| Sat 05 | PM | Dover | |
| Mon 07 | AM | PM | Invergordon |
| Tue 08 | AM | PM | Kirkwall, Orkneys |
| Wed 09 | AM | PM |  Tobermory, Isle of Mull |
| Thu 10 | AM | PM | Dublin |
| Sat 12 | AM | PM | Falmouth |
| Sun 13 | AM | PM | St Peter Port, Guernsey |
| Mon 14 | AM | Dover | |
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Prices shown are per person, based on standard twin adult occupancy.
| Grade | Cabin | Availability | Prices From |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Superior Outside | Call for Latest Status | £1,258 |
| B | Superior Outside | Good | £1,166 |
| BA | Superior Balcony | Call for Latest Status | £1,400 |
| BC | Balcony Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,218 |
| BD | Wheelchair Adapted | Limited | £1,166 |
| BJ | Balcony Junior Suite | Limited | £1,644 |
| BJD | Wheelchair Adapted | Call for Latest Status | £1,644 |
| C | Outside Cabin | Good | £1,136 |
| D | Outside | Good | £1,014 |
| E | Outside | Limited | £974 |
| F | Outside | Good | £932 |
| G | Superior Inside | Good | £882 |
| GD | Wheelchair Adapted | Limited | £882 |
| GIL | LSAV I/S Lower Grade | Limited | £649 |
| GIU | LSV I/S Higher Grade | Good | £679 |
| GOL | LSAV O/S Lower Grade | Good | £749 |
| GOU | LSV O/S Higher Grade | Good | £799 |
| GSS | LSAV Superior Suite | Good | £1,249 |
| H | Inside | Good | £812 |
| I | Inside | Limited | £760 |
| J | O/S Superior Single | Limited | £1,978 |
| JB | Single Balcony Suite | Limited | £2,232 |
| K | Single Outside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,724 |
| L | Outside Single | Call for Latest Status | £1,624 |
| M | Superior I/S Single | Call for Latest Status | £1,472 |
| MS | Marquee Suite | Call for Latest Status | £2,182 |
| N | Inside Single | Call for Latest Status | £1,298 |
| OW | Owner's Suite | Call for Latest Status | £3,024 |
| PS | Premier Suite | Good | £2,538 |
| SI | LSAV Inside Single | Call for Latest Status | £849 |
| SO | LSAV Outside Single | Call for Latest Status | £949 |
| SOS | LSAV Superior O/S | Good | £849 |
| SS | Superior Suite | Good | £1,938 |
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Duart Castle (Tour D)
TOBERMORY, ISLE OF MULL
Heading south towards Duart Castle, the drive is breathtaking as we skirt the east coast of Mull with views across the Sound of Mull to the Morvern Peninsula. -
Western Mull Panoramic (Tour C)
TOBERMORY, ISLE OF MULL
This tour takes us to the north west of Mull, with gently undulating countryside, providing some of the most beguiling scenery on the island. -
Torosay Castle & Railway (Tour A)
TOBERMORY, ISLE OF MULL
Our tour will set out from the colourful little picture postcard town of Tobermory. Heading south towards Torosay Castle, the drive is breathtaking as we skirt the east coast of Mull with views across the Sound of Mull to the Morvern Peninsula. -
Powerscourt Gardens (Tour C)
DUBLIN, IRELAND
Wicklow is a natural scenic wonderland with domed granite mountains and purple glens, soft rolling hills and silvery streams rushing cool and clear from the mountain and bogland into the rivers of the countryside. It aptly deserves its name ‘Garden of Ireland’. -
Coastal Drive & Malahide Castle (Tour B)
DUBLIN, IRELAND
This tour of North County Dublin takes us to the coastal towns of Malahide and Howth. Departing from the ship, we travel via Fairview and the northern suburb of Coolock before arriving at the demesne of Malahide Castle, seat of the Talbot family. -
Eden Project - An Eco Adventure (Tour C)
FALMOUTH, CORNWALL
The spectacular Eden Project opened fully in spring 2001, and is an unforgettable experience in a breathtaking location. Eden is a gateway into the fascinating world of plants, where science meets arts and technology in a living theatre
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Countryside & Cream Tea (Tour B)
FALMOUTH, CORNWALL
This tour is a perfect opportunity to view the scenic Cornish countryside in leisurely style, and will bring to life the historic, sometimes mystical and always delightful tales of the famed county of Cornwall.
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A Leisurely Drive Through Dublin City (Tour F)
DUBLIN, IRELAND
Dublin is the capital of the Irish Republic and Ireland’s principal port. Dublin Bay, with its great sweep of coast from the rocky brow of Howth in the north, to the headland of Dalkey in the south, is a fitting introduction to one of Europe’s finest capitals. In addition to its splendid public buildings, Dublin is particularly rich in domestic architecture from the 18th century. -
Dublin - River Cruise & City Sightseeing (Tour E)
DUBLIN, IRELAND
Bustling, cosmopolitan, ancient but young at heart, Dublin is one of Europe’s liveliest cities, where medieval and 17th century buildings stand comfortably amid all the trappings of a 21st century city. -
A Taste of Dublin & Guinness (Tour D)
DUBLIN, IRELAND
Welcome to Dublin, Ireland’s capital city – steeped in history and youthful energy. Medieval, Georgian and modern architecture provide a backdrop to a bustling port, and the cosmopolitan and charming converge in the delightful diversity that is Dublin. -
Herm Island Tour (Tour C)
GUERNSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS
Just three miles off the coast of Guernsey and a quick 20-minute boat ride away lies this beautiful little island paradise with a beautiful coastline, wild flowers, sparkling blue sea, pretty harbours and white sandy beaches.
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Floral Guernsey (Tour B)
GUERNSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS
On this tour we can experience the sights and scents of a Freesia Centre, relax amidst five acres of beautiful landscaped gardens at the Gold & Silversmith Workshop and visit a privately owned award-winning cliff top garden in the country parish of St Martins.
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Guernsey Island Tour (Tour A)
GUERNSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS
Experience the historic sights and beautiful scenery of Guernsey as we enjoy a panoramic tour around the island.
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Skara Brae & Skaill House (Tour A)
KIRKWALL, ORKNEY ISLANDS
Further on we arrive at Skara Brae – Orkney’s most exciting monument – a 5,000 year old Neolithic village, wonderfully preserved and interpreted in the modern visitors’ centre. Lying beside the pretty, sandy crescent of the Bay of Skaill, this Stone Age settlement lay buried under sand for thousands of years, until it was suddenly revealed during a fierce storm in 1850.
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South Island & Distillery Tour (Tour B)
KIRKWALL, SCOTLAND
This excursion combines the scenic southern Orkney Islands, linked by causeways, some fascinating traces of World War II, and a visit to the northernmost whisky distillery in Scotland.
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Orkney's Flora & Fauna (Tour C)
KIRKWALL, ORKNEY ISLANDS
During this scenic circular tour we explore areas containing some of the most spectacular wildlife and places of botanical interest in the British Isles, amid some of its most rugged and forbidding landscapes.
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Orkney Island Tour (Tour E)
KIRKWALL, ORKNEY ISLANDS
During this scenic circular tour we explore areas containing some of the most spectacular wildlife and places of botanical interest in the British Isles – amid some of its most rugged and forbidding landscape.
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Glenmorangie Distillery & Dornoch (Tour A)
INVERGORDON, SCOTLAND
Glenmorangie in Gaelic means ‘glen of tranquillity’ – an appropriate description for its quiet and scenic location. Here we will be shown a demonstration of the traditional skills before enjoying a ‘wee dram’ of the fine whisky produced.
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Mysteries of Loch Ness (Tour B)
INVERGORDON, SCOTLAND
A short photo stop is made at the ruins of Urquhart Castle – a hot spot for sightings of the infamous Loch Ness Monster, or ‘Nessie’ as he is known locally!
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Loch Ness & Highland Castles (Tour E)
INVERGORDON, SCOTLAND
This tour will take us to Scotland’s most famous loch – Loch Ness (world renowned for its mythical monster) – the Highland Capital City of Inverness and two of the country’s most romantic medieval castles (one a ruined fort, the other a fully furnished residence). -
The Lost Gardens of Heligan (Arts Club Tour)
FALMOUTH, CORNWALL
The tale of Heligan is extraordinary. Literally locked up in 1918, it attracted international attention when rediscovered in 1990. Volunteers from throughout Europe worked to catalogue and clear gardens and ravines, which yielded all manner of botanical surprises. We have the opportunity to visit this unique time capsule.
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Cawdor Castle & Inverness (Tour D)
INVERGORDON, SCOTLAND
A truly beautiful residence, it is romantically furnished and surrounded by exceptionally pretty gardens. The approach is by a drawbridge and the Castle, dating back to 1372, is still in the hands of the Cawdor family after six centuries
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Sea Life Boat Trip (Tour E)
TOBERMORY, ISLE OF MULL
For the nature lovers amongst us, why not enjoy a trip out into the Sound of Mull to view some of Scotland’s most interesting wildlife. -
Kirkwall Walking Tour (Tour D)
KIRKWALL, ORKNEY ISLANDS
This is a tour for people who like to walk and explore old towns on foot at a leisurely pace and there is a chance to visit some of the most fascinating architectural sites on the Orkney Isles.
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Scenic Drive & Land's End (Tour A)
FALMOUTH, ENGLAND
The far west of Cornwall is a beautiful and compelling land, enriched by thousands of years of Celtic tradition. We shall see the contrast between the spectacular cliffs and granite moorlands of the Land’s End peninsula, and the softer, sub-tropical vegetation of the gardens, flower filled lanes and tranquil wooded valleys as we continue inland.
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St Michael's Mount (Tour D)
FALMOUTH, ENGLAND
Originally the location of a Benedictine priory, St Michael’s Mount is the ‘daughter’ of the famous Mont St Michel in Normandy, France. It is also one of the most dramatic and famous sites in Britain.
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Charlestown & Polperro (Tour F)
FALMOUTH, ENGLAND
Green fields almost merge into the sea, a working farm nestles amongst the quaint but colourful granite cottages without a modern building in sight - Charlestown lies within this unique setting, and further along the coast is photogenic Polperro.
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Herm Island (Tour CX)
ST PETER PORT, GUERNSEY
Just three miles off the coast of Guernsey and a quick 20-minute boat ride away lies this beautiful little island paradise with a beautiful coastline, wild flowers, sparkling blue sea, pretty harbours and white sandy beaches. Herm Island, which measures just a mile and a half long and half a mile wide, has all we could wish for – there are no cars, no crowds and definitely no stress.
Balmoral
Although slightly larger than our existing ships, Balmoral is still compact enough to offer that intimate, homely atmosphere which is so much our trademark. Named in honour of the Scottish Royal estate - Fred. Olsen is taking cruising to a new level.
* PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR BALMORAL'S 2010 DECK PLANS.* Please note these are valid from 3rd May 2010, for cruise L1003 onwards.The combination of Balmoral's elegant comfortable cabins, world class cuisine and diverse on board activities has been designed to appeal particularly to the rapidly expanding British cruise market.
*Note: Balmoral has a totally smoke free indoors environment. Smoking will only be permitted on cabin balconies and on specially designated areas of deck space.
Cruise Details
- ID: BL0917
- Themes:
- Departs: 5 September 2009
- From: Dover
- Save up to: 60%
- Prices from £649
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