London, England to Edinburgh, Scotland - 8/9/11Mysteries of Britannia: 14-night itinerary, August 9, 2011
This 14-night voyage gives you a whole new appreciation for the rich history and beauty of England, Ireland, and Scotland. Tour opulent royal palaces and marvel at their treasures. ”Visit a 6th century monastery perched hundreds of feet above the sea. Visit a major bird sanctuary in Ireland. Visit the homes of two of Scotland’s most powerful clans – the MacLeods and the MacDonalds. Discover the Callanish Standing Stones – “Scotland’s Stonehenge.” And be astounded by the spectacle of Scotland’s ceremonial Military Tattoo. By journey’s end, you’ll say that Britannia rules the waves.
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01 | London, England August 9, 2011
Arrive in London, England and check into your included hotel. | Day
02 | London August 10, 2011
Tour past England’s most famous palaces, including Kensington Palace, Clarence House, and St. James Palace. Finish at Buckingham Palace and marvel at its amazing works of art, assembled over four centuries, then board the Spirit of Oceanus.
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03 | At Sea August 11, 2011
Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of life aboard ship as you sail toward Dartmouth. | Day
04 | Dartmouth August 12, 2011
Explore this bustling maritime center and important piece of Naval heritage, which still retains much of its 16th and 17th century architecture. Look for the Britannia Royal Naval College perched on the hill above. | Day
05 | Isles of Scilly August 13, 2011
Discover the great contrasts of these islands, including the exposed granite outcrops of the northern shores and the sheltered Abbey Gardens of Tresco in the south. | Day
06 | The Skelligs, Ireland August 14, 2011
Observe the world’s second largest gannet colony on these rocky islands off the coast of County Kerry. Then visit a 6th century monastic settlement atop Skellig Michael, which rises over 700 feet out of the sea. | Day
07 | Aran Isles August 15, 2011
Listen for the delightful Irish Gaelic spoken widely here. Visit the fort of Dun Aonghus, with its concentric stone walls and dramatic location on the west-facing cliffs.
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08 | Inishmurray August 16, 2011
Enjoy this important wildlife sanctuary for breeding and wintering birds and its well-preserved 6th century monastic settlement. | Day
09 | Iona / Staffa, Scotland August 17, 2011
Visit two important religious structures; a monastery founded by St. Columba in 563 A.D. and Iona Abbey – an important center of Christianity today. Be amazed at Staffa’s Colonnade and cliff caves. | Day
10 | Isle of Skye August 18, 2011
Tour Dunvegan Castle and the Clan Donald Centre, the respective homes of the MacLeods and the MacDonalds – two of the most powerful clans in Scotland. Enjoy the dramatic scenery of the Cuillin Mountains, areas of moorland, and bustling harbors. | Day
11 | Callanish, Isle of Lewis August 19, 2011
Marvel at the Callanish Standing Stones – “Scotland’s Stonehenge,” dating back to 3,000 B.C.and thought to have been constructed for astronomical observations. | Day
12 | Stromness, Orkney Isles August 20, 2011
Explore Orkney’s archaeological treasures of Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, the manor of Skaill House, and St. Magnus Cathedral.
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13 | At Sea August 21, 2011
Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of life aboard ship as you sail toward Leith. | Day
14 | Leith / Edinburgh August 22, 2011
Be treated to a private reception onboard the Royal Yacht Britannia and be amazed by a performance of the annual Military Tattoo. One of Scotland’s proudest and most dramatic cultural events, it combines the sounds of bagpipes and drums with precision military marching drills, all against the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.
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15 | Edinburgh August 23, 2011
Disembark and transfer to airport or continue your journey. |
All meals are included aboard the ship. |
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