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Diamond Jubilee Highland Experience Cruise (from Liverpool)

Why not visit Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle from Invergordon

This special cruise showcases the delights of Scotland and is a fitting celebration of Her Majesty the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.

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Why not visit Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle from Invergordon
Enjoy an optional visit to Cawdor Castle from Invergordon
Scrabster
Castle of Mey near Scrabster
Fort William and the sea loch Loch Linnhe
Douglas, Isle of Man

DAY 1: Liverpool, UK.

Make your own way to Liverpool to join your cruise ship, Ocean Countess. (L, D)

DAY 2: Cruising the Western Isles.

Enjoy the ship's friendly service and sumptous food as you sail past some of the best scenery the UK has to offer. (B, L, D)

DAY 3: Aberdeen.

Home to the country's largest national park, a dramatically imposing coastline and of course the city itself, there is so much to explore in Aberdeen City and Shire. Fusing striking granite architecture, a rich and inspiring history, a dynamic modern arts scene and perhaps Scotland's strongest industrial heritage; the country's third largest city offers a host of treasures, just waiting to be explored again and again. (B, L, D)

DAY 4: Leith (for Edinburgh).

With streets steeped in history and a thriving cultural scene, Edinburgh is a must on any tour of Scotland. With an UNESCO World Heritage Site at the heart of the city Edinburgh combines the medieval Old Town, the Georgian New Town and award winning modern architecture. Exploring Edinburgh you will see views that make for perfect picture postcards, mysterious winding streets, elegant terraces and an abundance of shops, bars and restaurants. (B, L, D)

DAY 5: Invergordon.

Invergordon is a town and port in Easter Ross, in Ross and Cromarty, on the edge of the Highlands. It is a town with a tremendous history stretching back through two World Wars and is now a centre for oil-rig refurbishment and maintenance. Today, why not trace the shores of Cromarty Firth from Invergordon to Scotland's legendary Loch Ness, best known as home to the mythical 'Nessie'. Bask in the breathtaking beauty of the Loch's mountain setting and enjoy the views of ruined Urquhart Castle perched beside the water. (B, L, D)

DAY 6: Scrabster.

Belying its tiny size, Scrabster is one of the most important fishing ports in Britain. On the northeast coast of the Scottish mainland, facing the Orkney Isles across the sea, Scrabster is just a few miles from Thurso, the Highlands' second largest town, and within easy reach the Castle of Mey, the hereditary seat of the Earls of Caithness, later restored as a country retreat for the Queen Mother in 1952. Why not join the optional trip to John o' Groats, regarded as the most northerly point of mainland Great Britain? (B, L, D)

DAY 7: Fort William.

Fort William is the largest town in the highlands of Scotland only being exceeded in size by the City of Inverness. Fort William is a major tourist centre. Around Fort William itself, notable features include the southern end of the Caledonian Canal, with its cruising and activity options and Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. (B, L, D)

DAY 8: Rothesay, Isle of Bute.

Dominated by the 800 year old ruin of Rothesay Castle the classic Victorian seafront is a perfect way to spend the day on this small Scottish Island. (B, L, D)

DAY 9: Liverpool, UK.

Arrive in Liverpool and disembark after breakfast. (B)

ID Requirements

A full passport is required for this holiday and must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of your cruise.

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Diamond Jubilee Highland Experience Cruise (from Liverpool)

Ocean Countess
Standard twin inside cabin, Ocean Countess
Standard twin ocean view cabin, Ocean Countess
De Luxe cabin, Ocean Countess
Junior Suite, Ocean Countess
Holyrood Show Lounge, Ocean Countess
Tower Piano Bar, Ocean Countess
Hamptons Lounge Bar, Ocean Countess
Lido deck swimming pool and whirlpool, Ocean Countess

Ocean Countess

Providing a distinctively traditional cruising experience, Ocean Countess is a classic yet compact ship offering spacious interiors and comfortable, home-from-home accommodation. Fully stabilised and air-conditioned throughout, there is a wide range of stylish leisure amenities on offer together with attentive personal service, delicious freshly prepared cuisine and acclaimed entertainment. Ocean Countess accommodates around 800 guests in restful, well-appointed cabins.

Public Rooms & Facilities

Heated swimming pool; 2 whirlpools; Kensington Restaurant; The Boat House buffet restaurant; The Tower piano bar with library and card tables; Hamptons lounge bar and casino; Holyrood Show Lounge; Jade Wellness Centre with massage facilities and beauty salon; Twenty Twelves Gym and sauna; internet café; promenade area with deck games; shopping gallery; medical centre; 2 lifts.

Dining

Your cruise includes full board meals served in the traditional Kensington Restaurant, while a more casual buffet service is available in the Boat House (subject to weather conditions.) There is open seating for breakfast and lunch with dinner served at two sittings. Menus include a good choice of international dishes and some dietary specific options such as vegetarian and healthy choice. Afternoon tea and late night snacks are also served.

Cabins

All cabins have twin beds (unless specified as doubles); air-conditioning; flat-screen TV with satellite channels; telephone; safety deposit box; hairdryer; shower and wc. Your holiday price includes a category 1 inside cabin or you may choose to upgrade.

Options/Upgrades

Cabin Categories & Descriptions:

1 Standard twin inside lower deck cabin

3 Standard Plus twin inside middle deck cabin

6 Standard twin outside lower deck cabin with port hole(s)

7 Standard twin outside lower deck cabin with port hole(s)

9 Superior twin outside middle deck cabin with window

Ocean Countess

Ocean Countess Sun Deck
Ocean Countess Lido Deck
Ocean Countess Promenade Deck
Ocean Countess Upper Deck
Ocean Countess Reception Deck
Ocean Countess Main Deck
Ocean Countess Admiral Deck

Category 3 Standard Plus twin inside Reception Deck cabin

Category 6 Standard twin outside Atlantic Deck cabin with port hole(s)

Category 7 Standard twin outside Main Deck cabin with port hole(s)

Category 9 Superior twin outside Reception Deck cabin with picture window

Holiday Availability

Unfortunately we do not currently have any available departure dates for this holiday. For more information about possible future departures or suitable alternative holidays please contact us using the number at the top of the page or view one of the Other Holiday Choices