Botanical Wonders of the West Coast Cruise
Oban to Oban
Tuesday 6th May to Tuesday 13th May 2025
From £5,810 per person
7 nights including
2 Gala Dinners
Scotland’s west coast and Inner Hebrides are home to a diverse range of world-class gardens. All are unique, not only for their exotic collections, but also for the wild, untamed beauty in which they stand, with unsurpassed views.
Guest Speaker
Professor Stefan Buczacki
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Below you can explore the itinerary for this cruise. Click on the arrows to see more information on each days itinerary. Simply click the ‘Book this Cruise’ button to get booking and embark on an exciting journey with us…
Tuesday 6th May
Oban - Embarkation.
Oban – Embarkation.
Book this cruiseWednesday 7th May
Craobh Haven - Arduaine Garden. Colonsay - Colonsay House Gardens.
Now in the care of the National Trust for Scotland, discover the 20 acre plantsman’s paradise of Arduaine Garden, ablaze with vibrant rhododendrons and other spring flowers. Contrast the woodland setting of the idyllic gardens at Colonsay House, designed in the 1930s to complement the natural landscape.
Book this cruiseThursday 8th May
Ulva Ferry, Mull - Lip na Cloiche Garden. Cruise the Small Isles.
The remote, hidden gem of Lip na Cloiche Garden is situated on a steep hillside on the north west coast of Mull with far reaching views.
Book this cruiseFriday 9th May
Dunvegan, Skye - Dunvegan Castle and Gardens. Cruise the north coast of Skye.
A hidden oasis featuring an eclectic mix of plants, Dunvegan Castle’s five acres of formal gardens began life in the 18th century.
Book this cruiseSaturday 10th May
Gairloch - Inverewe Garden. Shieldaig - Walks ashore.
Steaming north, through Kyle Rhea and The Narrows to Gairloch, we visit the jewel in the crown of Highland gardens, Sir Osgood Mackenzie’s masterpiece, Inverewe, a paradise of 2,500 exotic sub-tropical species. Stroll at white-washed Shieldaig, spilling picturesquely onto the loch beneath the mighty Torridon beinns.
Book this cruiseSunday 11th May
Kyle of Lochalsh - Attadale Gardens. Armadale, Skye - Armadale Castle and Gardens.
Discover the skilfully restored Attadale Gardens where 20 acres of conifers and rhododendron contrast with an impressive collection of sculpture, and the historic gardens and woodland trails attractively complement the romantic ruins of Armadale Castle, sheltered by 200-year old trees.
Book this cruiseMonday 12th May
Cruise the Small Isles and Sound of Mull. Oban - Ardchattan Priory Garden.
Onwards to our final garden at Ardchattan Priory, first planted in the 13th century by Valliscaulian monks, this tranquil oasis faces south with spectacular views over Loch Etive.
Book this cruiseTuesday 13th May
Oban - Disembarkation.
Oban – Disembarkation.
Book this cruiseOur decks and Cabins
Below you can see our decks and what cabins are on each of them. If you click the arrow you can see further information on each cabin and what it has to offer. So get exploring and get booking. We look forward to you joining us on board for an experience of a lifetime…
![The Isle of Arran Suite cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Isle-of-Arran-Suite.jpg)
Bed: Super Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Full-size bath with separate walk-in shower
The ship’s largest cabin, the Isle of Arran Suite, is located on the port side of the Princess Deck and, as all windows are on the ship’s side, privacy is assured. It comprises a large, separate day room, a spacious bedroom and a well-equipped bathroom with bath and separate walk-in thermostatic shower. The bedroom contains a super king-size bed, which can be re-arranged as twins, generous wardrobes, drawers, dressing table and a second television.
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Bed: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
The roomy Isle of Berneray and Isle of Bute are situated on the port and starboard sides, towards the after end of the Promenade Deck. The private balconies in these cabins ensure total privacy as they cannot be overlooked from the ship, and with teak tables and chairs, they are the perfect place to sit back, relax and take in the breathtaking landscapes. These cabins contain super king-size beds, which can be re-arranged as twins. The bathrooms are generous in size with full-size baths and thermostatic showers.
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Bed: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
The roomy Isle of Berneray and Isle of Bute are situated on the port and starboard sides, towards the after end of the Promenade Deck. The private balconies in these cabins ensure total privacy as they cannot be overlooked from the ship, and with teak tables and chairs, they are the perfect place to sit back, relax and take in the breathtaking landscapes. These cabins contain super king-size beds, which can be re-arranged as twins. The bathrooms are generous in size with full-size baths and thermostatic showers.
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Bed: King-size
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
The Isle of Barra and Isle of Benbecula are located on the port and starboard sides forward on the Princess Deck. The balconies, which afford total privacy as they cannot be overlooked from the ship, are fitted with teak tables and chairs for you to enjoy the magnificent scenery. The bathrooms are generous in size with full-size baths and thermostatic showers.
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Bed: King-size
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
The Isle of Barra and Isle of Benbecula are located on the port and starboard sides forward on the Princess Deck. The balconies, which afford total privacy as they cannot be overlooked from the ship, are fitted with teak tables and chairs for you to enjoy the magnificent scenery. The bathrooms are generous in size with full-size baths and thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![The Isle of Coll cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Isle-of-Coll-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
Located on the same deck as Reception and the Columba Restaurant, these roomy, forward-facing cabins, at the forward end of the Princess Deck, are fitted with three large picture windows offering excellent views ahead over the bow. The super king-size beds can be re-arranged as twins. A well deck, some 40 feet (12 m) in length, between the cabins and the forecastle, ensures privacy. Large bathrooms feature full-size baths with thermostatic showers.
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Bed: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
Located on the same deck as Reception and the Columba Restaurant, these roomy, forward-facing cabins, at the forward end of the Princess Deck, are fitted with three large picture windows offering excellent views ahead over the bow. The super king-size beds can be re-arranged as twins. A well deck, some 40 feet (12 m) in length, between the cabins and the forecastle, ensures privacy. Large bathrooms feature full-size baths with thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![The Isle of Iona cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Isle-of-Iona-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
Situated on the port and starboard sides of the Promenade Deck, towards the after end of the ship, these two superb cabins are fitted with super king-size beds convertible into twins. Large picture windows are perfect for watching the landscapes unfold. Spacious bathrooms contain full-size baths with thermostatic showers.
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Bed: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
Situated on the port and starboard sides of the Promenade Deck, towards the after end of the ship, these two superb cabins are fitted with super king-size beds convertible into twins. Large picture windows are perfect for watching the landscapes unfold. Spacious bathrooms contain full-size baths with thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![The Isle of Danna cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Isle-of-Danna-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
A roomy cabin that is in great demand with returning guests, the Isle of Danna is tucked into a quiet corner on the port side of the Princess Deck. It contains a super king-size bed, which can be converted into twin beds, and two comfortable chairs from which to enjoy panoramic views through full-size picture windows. Charming private facilities include a thermostatic shower.
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Beds: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Full-size bath with separate walk-in shower
Very roomy and excellent value, these elegant cabins on the Waterfront Deck are connected by a flight of stairs to the Princess Deck, offering easy access to the embarkation area on the same level for the small boats when going ashore. While Kinloch and Torosay Castle cabins are fitted with two opening portholes, Duart Castle also has a forward-facing porthole. All feature spacious bathrooms with full-size baths and thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![The Kinloch Castle cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Kinloch-Castle-Cabin.jpg)
Beds: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Full-size bath with separate walk-in shower
Very roomy and excellent value, these elegant cabins on the Waterfront Deck are connected by a flight of stairs to the Princess Deck, offering easy access to the embarkation area on the same level for the small boats when going ashore. While Kinloch and Torosay Castle cabins are fitted with two opening portholes, Duart Castle also has a forward-facing porthole. All feature spacious bathrooms with full-size baths and thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![The Torosay Castle cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Torosay-Castle-Cabin.jpg)
Beds: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Full-size bath with separate walk-in shower
Very roomy and excellent value, these elegant cabins on the Waterfront Deck are connected by a flight of stairs to the Princess Deck, offering easy access to the embarkation area on the same level for the small boats when going ashore. While Kinloch and Torosay Castle cabins are fitted with two opening portholes, Duart Castle also has a forward-facing porthole. All feature spacious bathrooms with full-size baths and thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![The Loch Crinan cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Loch-Crinan-Cabin.jpg)
Beds: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
These charming, interchangeable super king-size or twin-bedded cabins on the port and starboard sides of the Hebridean Deck are generous in size and attractively priced. Although there are no windows or portholes, fresh air is circulated day and night by the ship’s forced-air ventilation system. Spacious private facilities include a thermostatic shower.
Book this cruise![The Loch Harport cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Loch-Harport-Cabin.jpg)
Beds: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
These charming, interchangeable super king-size or twin-bedded cabins on the port and starboard sides of the Hebridean Deck are generous in size and attractively priced. Although there are no windows or portholes, fresh air is circulated day and night by the ship’s forced-air ventilation system. Spacious private facilities include a thermostatic shower.
Book this cruise![The Loch Torridon cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Loch-Torridon-Cabin.jpg)
Beds: Super king-size or twin
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
These charming, interchangeable super king-size or twin-bedded cabins on the port and starboard sides of the Hebridean Deck are generous in size and attractively priced. Although there are no windows or portholes, fresh air is circulated day and night by the ship’s forced-air ventilation system. Spacious private facilities include a thermostatic shower.
Book this cruise![The Ardvreck Castle cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Ardvreck-Castle-Cabin.jpg)
Beds: Double
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
Excellent value, these elegant cabins on the Waterfront Deck are connected by a flight of stairs to the Princess Deck, offering easy access to the embarkation area on the same level for the small boats when going ashore. Both these cabins are fitted with two opening portholes and feature spacious bathrooms with full-size baths and thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![The Lews Castle cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Lews-Castle-Cabin.jpg)
Beds: Double
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
Excellent value, these elegant cabins on the Waterfront Deck are connected by a flight of stairs to the Princess Deck, offering easy access to the embarkation area on the same level for the small boats when going ashore. Both these cabins are fitted with two opening portholes and feature spacious bathrooms with full-size baths and thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![the Isle of Muck cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Isle-of-Muck-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Double
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
This popular, double-bedded cabin, located on the starboard side of the Princess Deck, has three full-size picture windows, which afford superb views and give the room a bright, airy feel. Private facilities include a thermostatic shower.
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Bed: Double
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
An excellent port-side cabin in a quiet corner on the same level as the Tiree Lounge and the Library. This extremely comfortable cabin has open views from its windows and is well-equipped with private facilities, including a thermostatic shower.
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Bed: Single
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
These well-appointed cabins lie on the starboard side of the Princess Deck, enjoying good views from their windows. With a charming home-from-home feel for the single traveller, they are much in demand. The private facilities include thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![The Isle of Eigg cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Isle-of-Eigg-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Single
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
These well-appointed cabins lie on the starboard side of the Princess Deck, enjoying good views from their windows. With a charming home-from-home feel for the single traveller, they are much in demand. The private facilities include thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![The Isle of Rum cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Isle-of-Rum-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Single
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
These well-appointed cabins lie on the starboard side of the Princess Deck, enjoying good views from their windows. With a charming home-from-home feel for the single traveller, they are much in demand. The private facilities include thermostatic showers.
Book this cruise![The Sound of Islay cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sound-of-Islay-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Single (Jura and Sleat) Bed: Double (Islay and Mull)
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
Situated on the starboard side of the Waterfront Deck, these are roomy single cabins, fitted with two opening portholes. The private facilities feature thermostatic showers. A single staircase links these rooms to the Princess Deck, with direct access by a flight of three steps to the embarkation area for the small boats when going ashore.
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Bed: Single (Jura and Sleat) Bed: Double (Islay and Mull)
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
Situated on the starboard side of the Waterfront Deck, these are roomy single cabins, fitted with two opening portholes. The private facilities feature thermostatic showers. A single staircase links these rooms to the Princess Deck, with direct access by a flight of three steps to the embarkation area for the small boats when going ashore.
Book this cruise![The Sound of Mull cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sound-of-Mull-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Single (Jura and Sleat) Bed: Double (Islay and Mull)
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
Situated on the starboard side of the Waterfront Deck, these are roomy single cabins, fitted with two opening portholes. The private facilities feature thermostatic showers. A single staircase links these rooms to the Princess Deck, with direct access by a flight of three steps to the embarkation area for the small boats when going ashore.
Book this cruise![The Sound of Sleat cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sound-of-Sleat-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Single (Jura and Sleat) Bed: Double (Islay and Mull)
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
Situated on the starboard side of the Waterfront Deck, these are roomy single cabins, fitted with two opening portholes. The private facilities feature thermostatic showers. A single staircase links these rooms to the Princess Deck, with direct access by a flight of three steps to the embarkation area for the small boats when going ashore.
Book this cruise![The Loch Buie cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Loch-Buie-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Single
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
These charming, well-appointed cabins, located on the starboard side of the Hebridean Deck, offer spacious bathrooms and full-size baths with thermostatic showers. As they are not fitted with windows or portholes, fresh air is supplied by the ship’s forced air ventilation system.
Book this cruise![The Loch Scavaig cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Loch-Scavaig-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Single
Bathroom: Full-size bath with thermostatic shower
These charming, well-appointed cabins, located on the starboard side of the Hebridean Deck, offer spacious bathrooms and full-size baths with thermostatic showers. As they are not fitted with windows or portholes, fresh air is supplied by the ship’s forced air ventilation system.
Book this cruise![The Loch Scresort cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Loch-Scresort-Cabin.jpg)
Bed: Single
Bathroom: Thermostatic shower
This delightful cabin, located on the starboard side of the Hebridean Deck, is well-appointed and offers the single traveller excellent value for money. Fresh air is supplied by the ship’s forced-air ventilation system, as this cabin does not have windows or portholes. Loch Scresort has good-sized private facilities with a thermostatic shower.
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