Isles of the North Atlantic (Ocean Victory)

Why you'll love this trip

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  Learn about the origins of Scottish Christianity on the island of Iona – a Christian pilgrimage site for almost 1500 years. Visit the Iona Abbey Museum and admire the architecture of the local 13th-century church.

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  Visit Britain’s only dual UNESCO World Heritage Site, St Kilda – recognised for both its human and natural wonders. Encounter this island’s 4000-year history, plus see the native St Kilda wren and the UK’s largest colony of Atlantic puffins.

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  Encounter Norse culture and history on the Faroe Islands. Explore the less-visited town of Vagur, fringed with basalt cliffs, and the capital of Torshavn, where you’ll see turf-roofed buildings and a vast collection of Faroese art at the National Museum.

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  Hear locals speaking Gaelic in Stornoway, one of the few towns in Scotland where this language is spoken on a daily basis. Here, you’ll also see the Neolithic Calanais Stones (which predate Stonehenge!).

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  Uncover the story of the infamous 1973 volcanic eruption on Heimaey, the largest of the Westman Islands.

Is this trip right for you?

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  There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

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  This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

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  Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.