Le Boreal, 9 Night Scottish archipelagos and the Faroe Islands: Nordic heritage and island identities ex Glasgow, Scotland Return – 18 May 2024 – Cruise Traveller

Le Boreal, 9 Night Scottish archipelagos and the Faroe Islands: Nordic heritage and island identities ex Glasgow, Scotland Return

Cruise Line
Ponant
Ship
Le Boreal
Cruise Departs
18 May 2024
Cruise Duration
9 Nights
Embark Ship
Glasgow, Scotland
Disembark Ship
Glasgow, Scotland
Superior Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom Prestige Deck 4 Prestige Deck 5
AU $11,490
per person
 AU $12,400
per person
 AU $13,050
per person
 AU $13,450
per person

Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
18 May 2024
Glasgow, Scotland
 6:00 PM
19 May 2024
Oban, Scotland
20 May 2024
Inverewe Gardens, Scotland
20 May 2024
Shiant Isles, North West Scotland
21 May 2024
Stromness, Scotland
22 May 2024
Scalloway, Shetlands
22 May 2024
Foula, Scotland
23 May 2024
Eysturoy Island, Faroe Islands
24 May 2024
Suduroy Island, Faroe Islands
25 May 2024
St Kilda, Scotland
26 May 2024
Isle Of Mull
27 May 2024
Glasgow, Scotland
 7:30 AM

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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Category Twin Per Person Triple Per Person   Single Per Person
Superior Stateroom
 
Deluxe Stateroom
   
Prestige Deck 4
   
Prestige Deck 5
   
Prestige Deck 6
   
Prestige Deck 5 Suite
 
Prestige Deck 6 Suite
 

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PONANT proposes a 10-day expedition cruise aboard Le Boréal exploring the captivating landscapes and extraordinary historical heritage of the archipelagos of Scotland and the Faroe Islands, lands with Celtic and Viking influences.

Leaving from Glasgow, you will reach Oban, capital of the county of Argyll, considered the cradle of Scotland, and its spectacular coastlines to the west of the Highlands.

You will then sail towards Loch Ewe in the Northwest Highlands, a sea loch that is home to a remarkable subtropical Eden; next, you will reach the Shiant Isles for an unforgettable experience sailing at the foot of their cliffs, where many colonies of seabirds come to nest.

You will then head for the Orkney archipelago and its windswept moorland landscape. Stromness, a small fishing port with stone houses, reveals a rich history of Vikings, merchants and sailors.

In the middle of the North Sea, the Scottish archipelago of the Shetlands is rich in unsuspected treasures on its raw territories with jagged coastlines. From Scalloway, the stone structures at Jarlshof are a vibrant testimony to the first settlements while the cliff at Sumburgh Head offers fantastic views of the seabirds. On the more remote island of Foula, man has had to deal with the elements.

Your ship will then sail north towards the the Faroe Islands, Denmark’s northernmost autonomous territory. In this isolated archipelago, you will immerse yourself in a wild and spectacular natural environment. In Suduroy, the rolling plains populated by sheep shape the scenery punctuated by sheer summits, mountain lakes and jagged cliffs looking out to the islands, offering outstanding terrestrial and maritime panoramas. Eysturoy reveals itself through the life of the archipelago’s inhabitants, between remote villages, green roofs, a traditional black wooden church, and local customs. You will also enjoy sailing around cliffs that are home to bird colonies. Here, Viking legends and Nordic cosmogony are never far away.

In the Hebrides, St Kilda is a small volcanic archipelago with incredibly beautiful scenery, where the sheer cliffs rub shoulders with vast and verdant relief. The main island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site; uninhabited since 1930, it has remnants of very old dwellings.

The last stage of your journey will take you to Tobermory, a charming fishing port with multicoloured houses and with a distillery that produces a renowned single malt, before you arrive in Glasgow, your disembarkation port.

Like her sisterships, Le Boréal embodies the subtle alliance between luxury, intimacy and wellbeing which is PONANT’s signature. The elegance of her exterior and interior lines and her intimate size (only 132 staterooms and suites) make this a rare and innovative yacht on the cruise market.

Interior Design:
Superior materials, discreet elegance and a tasteful décor reflect a nautical mood subtly revisited. Aboard, soothing neutral grey tones are enlivened by splashes of red, our signature theme linking tradition and innovation to create personal touches in the spirit of a “private yacht”.

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 142 metres
  • Tonnage: 10,700
  • Maiden Voyage: May 2010
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 264
  • Officer Nationality: French
  • Ship Registration: France

Ship Amenities

  • Internet Access
  • In Room Safe
  • Flat Screen Television
  • Video On Demand
  • Mini Bar
  • Radio
  • Individual Air Conditioning
  • Telephone
  • 24 Hour Room Service

Ship Facilities

  • Beauty Centre
  • Spa
  • Fitness Centre
  • Laundry
  • Shop
  • Medical Facilities
  • Swimming Pool
  • Open Air Bar
  • Grill Restaurant
  • Internet Station
  • Library
  • Panoramic Lounge
  • Hairdresser
  • Theatre
  • Main Lounge
  • Gastronomic Restaurant

EXPERIENCE CRUISING ANOTHER WAY, DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF YACHT CRUISES.

Our mission is to transport you to mythical destinations and secret ports only accessible to small capacity ships.

To offer the delights of a French-inspired cuisine in an intimate environment – a discreet service where no attention to detail is spared – and unforgettable moments of relaxation on board elegant yachts of character.

To combine sophistication and conviviality, with priority given to authentic experiences, emotions and the ongoing quest for excellence.

Yacht cruises: more than a cruise, a privilege…

Attentive, professional, discreet and elegant, the fully bilingual service on board will meet your every desire. Our unique atmosphere is filled with a signature sentiment: a warm welcome from an experienced crew who are passionate about what they do, in the tradition of private yachting.

In the dining areas, our gourmet cuisine is worthy of top fine dining restaurants: exquisite wines are available, and menus are created with expertise by our skilled chefs with a French-inspired menu enhanced by specialties from our various ports of call.

Pleasure, enrichment, discovery: relax – we take care of everything…

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