EASTER ESCAPE

Oban to Oban

Tuesday 26th March to Tuesday 2nd April 2024

7 nights including 2 Gala Dinners

Tobermory

ULVA

IONA

Few experiences can compare with the unique atmosphere of Easter Sunday at Scotland’s spiritual heartland of Iona, which contrasts with the breathtaking drama of Glencoe and its tragic past. Succumb to the eternal appeal of the remote and beautiful Highlands and Islands, and delightful spring gardens on this enthralling and thought-provoking cruise.

At Ballachulish, enjoy the majesty that is Glen Coe while learning about its tragic history. Discover the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the 1745 Jacobite Rising at Glenfinnan, where the moving tribute to those who died fighting for the cause is framed by dramatic Highland scenery.

Explore Kingairloch, a 14,000-acre highland estate, located in an unspoilt area of beauty, ahead of a guided tour of the ancient seat of Clan Maclean, Duart Castle. The position of Duart was well chosen, sited on a high crag jutting out into the Sound of Mull.

Hebridean Highlights

• Glenfinnan Monument

• Kingairloch Estate

• Resipole Studios

• Iona Abbey

• Colonsay House Gardens

Resipole Studios is an award-winning fine art gallery located on the edge of Loch Sunart, showcasing contemporary Scottish painters and international artists. Enjoy free time in the colourful harbour town of Tobermory on foot, or perhaps by bicycle.

Hynish village on Tiree was built to house the workers whilst they constructed the outlying Skerryvore Lighthouse and now houses a museum telling the story of the lighthouse and the famous Stevensons who designed it.

On Mull, the hidden gem of Lip na Cloiche Garden is waiting to be discovered, before unwinding in the spiritual calm of Iona Abbey with the opportunity to join the Easter Sunday service where St Columba began his mission in 563.

Colonsay House woodland gardens are considered to have one of the finest rhododendron collections in Scotland and were planted mainly in the 1930’s with many exotic species. Our final ports of call are Craighouse on Jura, and an amble along the peaceful towpath of the Crinan Canal or visit the renowned local gallery.

T ravel Plan – 7 nights

Tuesday 26th March

Oban - Embarkation.

Wednesday 27th March

Ballachulish - Glencoe.

Fort William - Glenfinnan Monument.

Thursday 28th March

Loch à Choire - Kingairloch Estate.

Craignure, Mull - Duart Castle.

Friday 29th March

Loch Sunart - Resipole Fine Art Gallery.

Tobermory, Mull - Walks ashore.

Saturday 30th March

Hynish, Tiree - Skerryvore Lighthouse Museum. Ulva Ferry, Mull - Lip na Cloiche Garden.

Sunday 31st March

Iona - Iona Abbey.

Colonsay - Colonsay House Gardens.

Monday 1st April

Loch na Mile, Jura - Craighouse. Crinan - Towpath walks/Crinan Gallery.

Tuesday 2nd April

Oban - Disembarkation.