Spirit of Scotland Whisky Cruise
Oban to Oban
Tuesday 30th September to Tuesday 7th October 2025
From £5,740 per person
7 nights including
2 Gala Dinners
Scotland is home to the greatest concentration of whisky production in the world and many distilleries are now producing their own gin. Visiting a distillery allows you to indulge your passion for these spirits and meet the people that have helped to shape these iconic products.
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Jim Allan
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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 30th September
Oban - Embarkation.
Oban – Embarkation.
Book this cruiseWednesday 1st October
Port Ellen, Islay - Ardnahoe Distillery. Port Ellen, Islay - Bowmore Distillery.
Steaming south from Oban, we arrive at the whisky isle of Islay, famed for its distinctive peaty malts. We learn the art of distillation at the island’s newest distillery, Ardnahoe, and taste their high quality spirit. Established in 1779, Bowmore is Islay’s oldest distillery and crafts a perfectly balanced collection of single malts.
Book this cruiseThursday 2nd October
Cruise West Coast of Mull. Tobermory, Mull - Tobermory Distillery.
After cruising the west coast of Mull, the colourful capital of Tobermory is home to an artisan distillery, crafting peated and unpeated whiskies and a unique Hebridean gin.
Book this cruiseFriday 3rd October
Cruise the Sea of the Hebrides. Lochmaddy, North Uist - North Uist Distillery.
Across the Sea of the Hebrides to the family run North Uist Distillery which produces some of Scotland’s finest artisan spirits.
Book this cruiseSaturday 4th October
Tarbert, Harris - Harris Distillery. Cruise the Minch.
On neighbouring Harris, a warm welcome awaits at the social distillery which was established to create jobs for local people and produces award-winning gin using sustainably harvested seaweed to express the island’s maritime nature, and ‘The Hearach’ malt whisky.
Book this cruiseSunday 5th October
Gairloch - Badachro Distillery. Raasay - Raasay Distillery.
Subtle flavours and carefully selected traditional botanicals, herbs and spices are used to create a delicious and authentic taste of the Highlands at the Badachro Distillery, whilst the signature malt at the Raasay Distillery is lightly peated, balanced with rich, dark flavours.
Book this cruiseMonday 6th October
Cruise The Small Isles. Glenmore Bay, Ardnamurchan Distillery.
En route to Oban, our final wee dram is sampled at Scotland’s greenest distillery, Ardnamurchan, where we learn the story of sustainable, yet traditional production in this beautiful location.
Book this cruiseTuesday 7th October
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.
Book this cruise![The Isle of Berneray cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Isle-of-Berneray-Cabin.jpg)
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.
Book this cruise![The Isle of Colonsay cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Isle-of-Colonsay-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.
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.
Book this cruise![The Isle of Canna cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Isle-of-Canna-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 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.
Book this cruise![The Sound of Jura cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises](https://www.hebridean.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Sound-of-Jura.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 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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