Shetland, Orkney & Hebrides on Le Bellot
In partnership with LE POINT and with featured guest Franz-Olivier Giesbert.
This cruise is specially-tailored for French-speaking travelers and lectures will be conducted in French only.
From Edinburgh to Glasgow, PONANT brings you aboard Le Lapérouse for an exceptional cruise to Celtic lands following an 8-day itinerary along the magnificent Scottish archipelagos of Shetland Islands, Orkney Islands and Hebrides Islands.
Throughout your journey, you will benefit from an excursion included per person per port of call, to choose from a selection offered by PONANT. During this cruise, admire the mysterious Calanais Standing Stones when your ship calls at Stornoway; visit the Ben Nevis distillery from Fort Williams to dive into the Scottish way of life; or discover crofting in the Shetland Islands, from Lerwick, and meet shepherds and their dogs during a memorable demonstration. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments (to discover the full range of excursions, go to the itinerary tab).
On departing from Edinburgh, a city brimming with history and designated City of Literature by UNESCO, you will sail towards the Orkney Islands and their landscapes of windswept moors. Fall under the spell of Kirkwall, the capital of the Orkney Islands off the coast of Scotland, where seabirds, gannets, European shags and many other animals have taken up residence.
You will then head for the Shetland Islands, stopping at Lerwick. The place is known for the remarkable ruins of Scalloway Castle, constructed in 1600, which lie about six miles away.
You will also discover the Isle of Skye, known for its rich Gaelic culture, its famous bridge, and its stunning scenery, and Stornoway, the largest city in the Hebrides with a warm and friendly atmosphere.
You will then sail towards Fort William. This harbour town on the shores of Loch Linnhe is steeped in Scottish history and tradition, close to the beautiful and spectacular scenery of Glencoe.
Finally, you will reach Glasgow, Scotland's warm cultural capital with a rich artistic and architectural heritage, your disembarkation port.
- History
PONANT is the World Leader in Luxury Expeditions with ultra-modern, intimate ships, offering attentive service and well-designed itineraries that touch all corners of the globe. Every cruise is a blend of adventure, exploration, and discovery—all experienced in luxurious comfort, even in the heart of extreme landscapes.
Why cruise with PONANT?
• 13 luxury small ships, able to easily navigate small waterways and visit remote destinations not accessible by large cruise ships.
• Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s first luxury hybrid-electric polar exploration yacht, sails further into the polar regions (including the Geographic North Pole).
• The youngest expedition fleet afloat.
• The leader in luxury polar expeditions for over 20 years and cultural cruising for over 30 years.
• Over 400 awe-inspiring cruises, calling at over 450 ports on all seven continents.
• Experts on board our voyages of discovery and learning to enrich guests’ understanding of the destinations.
• An exclusive partnership with Smithsonian Journeys, the the travel program of the Smithsonian Institution.
• Understated elegance on board with French-inspired cuisine, fine wines, and chic design.
• Proud to partner with Sothys, Veuve Clicquot, and Ducasse Conseil. Ships feature fabrics by Pierre Frey, beauty products from Hermès, macarons by Ladurée, and tea from Palais des Thés.
• 100% of our staterooms have a sea view and 95% have a balcony (100% on the PONANT EXPLORERS).
• Attentive yet discreet service from an experienced, multilingual onboard staff and crew.
• Open bridge access (requires approval from Captain).
• “Clean Ship” certification for the fleet in recognition of their eco-friendly features.
• All-inclusive pricing with open bar, gratuities, port fees, and taxes (including Zodiac explorations/landings on expeditions).
• The world’s first underwater passenger lounge, the Blue Eye, featured exclusively on the PONANT EXPLORER ships.
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Itinerary
| Day | Port | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rosyth, Scotland | 7:00 PM | |
| 2 | At sea | ||
| 3 | Kirkwall, Scotland | 7:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
| 4 | Lerwick, Shetland Islands | 7:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
| 5 | Stornoway, Hebrides | 8:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
| 6 | Portree, Isle of Skye | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 7 | Fort william | 7:30 AM | 1:30 PM |
| 7 | Sailing on Loch Linnhe | ||
| 8 | Glasgow, Scotland | 7:00 AM |
