The Sounds of The Hebrides: Mull, Luing, Shuna and Jura

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Small Ship Cruise
This wonderful, 12 day, Outer Hebridean cruise will, if the weather is kind, give us time to explore fabulous St Kilda; the remote Monach Isles; many dramatic islands of the Outer Hebrides; and the spectacular Small Isles. Our starting point is Oban, the gateway to the isles. Our sea adventure vessels will anchor in scenic, lonely islands, in tranquil bays ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Cruise over natural anchorage of Tayvallich, once a famous Viking harbor
    • Explore Tobermory, one of the most picturesque towns in the Western Isles
    • Get an opportunity to see eagles, sharks, whales, porpoises and dolphins, as well as many types of seabirds

What's this trip about?

    This wonderful, 12 day, Outer Hebridean cruise will, if the weather is kind, give us time to explore fabulous St Kilda; the remote Monach Isles; many dramatic islands of the Outer Hebrides; and the spectacular Small Isles. Our starting point is Oban, the gateway to the isles. Our sea adventure vessels will anchor in scenic, lonely islands, in tranquil bays and, throughout the trip, we see incredible wildlife - soaring sea and golden eagles, many species of sea birds, basking sharks, orca and minke whales, porpoises, dolphins and seals. Aboard our three small ships you can do as little or as much as you want. Sit back and enjoy the trip as you travel through the Sounds; pass the islands and sea lochs; view the spectacular mountains and fast running tides that make extraordinary spiral patterns and glassy runs in the sea; marvel at the lofty headland lighthouses and castles; and, if you want, become involved in working the wee cruise ships.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 6 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityTobermory
End CityTobermory

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Birding
  • Sailing
  • National Parks
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Singles Travel
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird Watching
  • Kid-friendly Activities
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Sailing
  • Short Cruise
  • Swimming
  • Whale Watching
  • Wildlife Viewing

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 6

Trip includes

    • All meals, fruit on demand, coffee breaks, afternoon teas, pre-dinner aperitif, wine with dinner and the services of your crew.

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1:

Arrive Tobermory, one of the most picturesque towns in the Western Isles. A dinghy ride from a pontoon in this most sheltered of natural harbours to the St Hilda, resting at anchor. After a short introduction to life on board our small ship, there is afternoon tea (cl...

Day 2:

After breakfast we lift anchor and enter the Sound of Mull. Our destination is the remote island of Shuna. On the way, and at anytime during the trip, we may see soaring sea or golden eagles (Mull is the best place in the UK to see eagles), basking sharks, whales, por...

Day 3:

Up anchor and down the Shuna Sound with tidal planning again important as we will pass the notorious Gulf of Corryvrecken with its six knot tides which can be heard roaring 30 miles inland when there is a storm of wind against them. Then passing the northern headland ...

Day 4:

Up anchor and we pass the natural anchorage of Tayvallich, once a famous Viking harbour, back down Loch Sween to head up the Sounds of Jura and Luing to our next destination - remote Loch Spelve on the south side of Mull. Here the anchorage in this sheltered loch, whi...

Day 5:

Negotiating the narrow entrance to Loch Spelve we head out in to the Firth of Lorn to return by the beautiful Sound of Mull to Tobermory where we will finally anchor for the night. Aperitif on deck and then dinner.

Day 6:

Disembark by dinghy after breakfast at around 11am - the end of a perfect voyage.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,196
Price per day$199
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

Please note

Private charter available: $6,558

 

For the few remaining spaces left on our cruises departing in June 2018, on both St Hilda and Seahorse II, we are now offering an extraordinary last minute special offer of 50% off per person per cruise. 

 

Cruises, still with spaces, departing in June are:

 

Scottish Castles & Sheltered Sea Lochs - 5 nights -  departing 16th & 18th June

 

Hebridean Cruise - The Sounds of Mull, Luing, Shuna and Jura - 5 nights - departs 25th June

 

 

Family Discount

 

Families (minimum four) booking on St Hilda get a 5% discount or a 10% discount on Seahorse II

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with St Hilda Sea Adventures.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Jul 2020

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had a simply marvellous and memorable experience

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Mar 2020

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We had a fantastic holiday

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Mar 2020

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some great sightings of cetaceans

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Accommodation

Ship & cabin information
St Hilda
St Hilda is one of the smallest of the “Tall Ships” and has competed in several Tall Ship races. There are two cabins, a roomy, double, en-suite in the aft cabin and in the fore cabin there are four, comfortable berths, with an adjacent toilet and shower . You admire the views from her open decks and eat in an airy, well-lit saloon and, what a pleasure it is, to wake up to the sound of the water lapping against the hull. A truly unforgettable Scotland holiday!
Cancellation policy

Must be notified to us in writing by the person who made the booking. If you cancel your holiday:

More than 56 days prior to the start of your holiday/cruise, you will only be charged your deposit.

Between 56 and 30 days, you will be charged 50% of the holiday/cruise cost.

Between 30 and 14 days, you will be charged 75% of the holiday/cruise cost.

Note: If less than 14 days before the start of your holiday/cruise or on or after the commencement of the cruise, you must pay the full holiday/cruise cost.

Note: We appreciate that wholly unforeseen events may result in cancellation. In view of the above and for your peace of mind we therefore strongly advise you to take out appropriate comprehensive Accident & Cancellation Insurance at the time of your booking.

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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