Isles of the North Atlantic: Scotland to Iceland

10 days

May 2027 - Jun 2027

Ocean Victory

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Isles of the North Atlantic: Scotland to Iceland

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Ocean Victory

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Island-Hop From Scotland's Western Isles to the Faroes and Iceland

Sail from Troon on Scotland's west coast through some of the North Atlantic's least-visited islands. Visit sacred Iona and the puffin colonies of Lunga, hear Gaelic spoken in Stornoway, and drop anchor at remote St Kilda, Britain's only dual UNESCO World Heritage Site. Two days in the Faroe Islands follow before Ocean Victory traces Iceland's south coast to Reykjavík.

Expert lectures, a photography coach and Polar Latitudes' Citizen Science program are included, and the small expedition ship reaches harbours and anchorages that larger cruise ships can't.

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Itinerary

day 1 | Troon, Scotland

Board Ocean Victory in the harbour town of Troon on the Firth of Clyde, a short drive from Glasgow. After the safety briefing and drill, settle into your stateroom and toast the start of the voyage as we sail for the Inner Hebrides.

day 2 | Iona & Lunga, Scotland

In the morning we anchor off Iona, where St Columba founded his abbey in 563 AD and brought Christianity to Scotland; it remains a place of pilgrimage today. In the afternoon we move to Lunga, home to nesting puffins and large seabird colonies.

day 3 | Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

The capital of the Western Isles and a heartland of Scottish Gaelic culture, where the language is still part of daily life. Nearby, the Neolithic Callanish Stones are among Scotland's most atmospheric ancient sites.

day 4 | St Kilda, Scotland

Britain's most remote archipelago, recognised by UNESCO for both its nature and its human history. We anchor off the stone-built Village, left behind when the last islanders departed in 1930, leaving the cliffs to vast seabird colonies and ancient Soay sheep.

day 5 | Vágur, Faroe Islands

The largest town on Suðuroy, the southernmost Faroe island. Settled by Norse farmers around 750 AD, the Faroes kept a language and culture of their own, and Vágur pairs local art galleries with dramatic clifftop views.

day 6 | Tórshavn, Faroe Islands

The small, lively Faroese capital. Wander the turf-roofed old town of Tinganes beside the historic parliament buildings, and visit the National Gallery and Tórshavn Cathedral.

day 7 | At Sea

A day crossing toward Iceland, with seabird watching on deck, lectures on the region's history and wildlife, or time in the spa and hot tubs.

day 8 | Djúpivogur, Iceland

A harbour village on Iceland's southeast coast, surrounded by fjords, mountains and rich birdlife. See the Eggs of Merry Bay sculptures, hike coastal trails or walk to a nearby black-sand beach.

day 9 | Heimaey, Westman Islands

The largest of Iceland's volcanic Westman Islands. Explore the lava fields of Eldfell, whose 1973 eruption was famously held back from the harbour by islanders spraying seawater onto the advancing lava, and see the island's renowned bird cliffs.

day 10 | Reykjavík, Iceland

Disembark in Iceland's vibrant capital, known for its food scene and relaxed Nordic culture. Head home, or extend your stay to explore more of Iceland.

Ships

Ocean Victory

The Ocean Victory is a modern small-ship vessel, ideally suited for small-ship expeditions in the polar regions. The vessel boasts a strikingly unconventional profile, identical to its sister ship, the Ocean Albatros. This design reflects decades of refinement for the challenging Polar environment.

Key features and amenities include:

Design and Technology: The ship's patented X-Bow design ensures exceptional stability and comfort, even in rough seas. Its superior Ice Class 1A and Polar Class 6 ratings mean it can push through deeper ice, delivering access to more remote and elusive areas.
Sustainability: The vessel is environmentally friendly, implementing the Green Initiative Program to ensure sustainability alongside guest comfort.
Accommodation: It offers 92 comfortable staterooms, all with ocean views, and 90% featuring their own private balcony.
Onboard Amenities: Amenities include several restaurants, a wellness area, an Albatros Nordic Bar, an open deck dining facility, a modern lecture lounge, and two outdoor Jacuzzis providing 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape.
Expedition Access: The ship is designed to keep Antarctica and the Arctic in full view. Two hydraulic platforms can be lowered for unprecedented near-water-level views and rare photographic opportunities. A heated mudroom with four exterior doors ensures quick, safe, and seamless access to Zodiacs for landings and adventures.

Cruise Norway offers expert advice, and many advisors have sailed on the Albatros ships.