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Celtic Crusade
Preparing to return to home waters, we plot a northerly course taking in the wonders of Wales...

Celtic Crusade

Swansea to Oban

Wednesday 10th September to Friday 19th September 2025

From £7,600 per person

9 nights including
2 Gala Dinners

Preparing to return to home waters, we plot a northerly course taking in the wonders of Wales, a country of natural beauty and rich heritage. The delightful Isle of Man acts as a stepping stone on our voyage to the land of the Caledonian Celts.

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Caroline Holmes

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See our itinerary below...

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…

Wednesday 10th September

Swansea - Embarkation.

Swansea – Embarkation.

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Thursday 11th September

Cruise the South Wales coast. Pembroke - Picton Castle and Gardens.

Marvel at the stone fortress of Pembroke Castle, the birthplace of Henry Tudor.

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Friday 12th September

Pembroke - Tenby. Cruise the Welsh coast.

We travel to the hidden gem of Tenby; the harbour sits below a steep street of pastel coloured cottages and town walls which date back to the 13th century.

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Saturday 13th September

Fishguard - St David’s Cathedral. Fishguard - Last Invasion Tapestry.

Stroll around Britain’s smallest city and visit the fantastic cathedral of St David’s, founded by the patron saint of Wales. The ‘last invasion of mainland Britain’, also known as the battle of Fishguard, took place in the town in 1797. Visit the 100ft long tapestry dedicated to the event.

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Sunday 14th September

Cruise the west coast of Wales. Holyhead - Plas Newydd House and Gardens.

Cruise the Welsh coast to the Isle of Anglesey, where Plas Newydd House and Gardens are set on the shores of the Menai Strait amidst breathtakingly beautiful scenery.

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Monday 15th September

Cruise the Irish Sea to the Isle of Man. Douglas - Electric railway to Laxey Wheel.

Take a ride on the Manx Electric Railway to Laxey, where the Great Laxey Wheel is the largest surviving waterwheel of its kind in the world.

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Tuesday 16th September

Douglas - Castle Rushen and Tynwald Hill. Peel - Peel Castle.

Explore the medieval gem of Castle Rushen in the ancient capital of Castletown, the historic meeting place of the Manx parliamentary assembly at Tynwald Hill, and Peel Castle, constructed by the Vikings in the 11th century.

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Tuesday 17th September

Strangford - Castle Ward and Garden. Cruise North Irish coast and North Channel.

Cruising the Irish Sea, we head to Castle Ward, a unique 18th century mansion, famed for its architectural styles.

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Wednesday 18th September

Loch na Mile, Jura - Craighouse. Craobh Haven - Arduaine Garden.

On our return to Scotland, enjoy a stretch of legs at Craighouse on Jura and our final garden at Arduaine where bold colours and fragrant scents bring an exotic touch to the Argyll coast.

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Friday 19th September

Oban - Disembarkation.

Oban – Disembarkation.

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Our 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…

Suite
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Isle of Arran Suite

Princess Deck

The Isle of Arran Suite cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Cabins with Private Balconies
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Isle of Berneray

Promenade Deck

The Isle of Berneray cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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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Isle of Bute

Promenade Deck

The Isle of Bute cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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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Isle of Barra

Princess Deck

The Isle of Barra cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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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Isle of Benbecula

Princess Deck

The Isle of Benbecula cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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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Cabins With Double Beds Twin Beds
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Isle of Coll

Princess Deck

The Isle of Coll cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Isle of Colonsay

Princess Deck

The Isle of Colonsay cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Isle of Iona

Promenade Deck

The Isle of Iona cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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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Isle of Staffa

Promenade Deck

The Isle of Staffa cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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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Isle of Danna

Princess Deck

The Isle of Danna cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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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Duart Castle

Waterfront Deck

The Duart Castle cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Kinloch Castle

Waterfront Deck

The Kinloch Castle cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Torosay Castle

Waterfront Deck

The Torosay Castle cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Loch Crinan

Hebridean Deck

The Loch Crinan cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Loch Harport

Hebridean Deck

The Loch Harport cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Loch Torridon

Hebridean Deck

The Loch Torridon cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Cabins With Double Beds
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Ardvreck Castle

Waterfront Deck

The Ardvreck Castle cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Lews Castle

Waterfront Deck

The Lews Castle cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Isle of Muck

Princess Deck

the Isle of Muck cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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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Isle of Raasay

Promenade Deck

The Isle of Raasay cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Single Cabins
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Isle of Canna

Princess Deck

The Isle of Canna cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Isle of Eigg

Princess Deck

The Isle of Eigg cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Isle of Rum

Princess Deck

The Isle of Rum cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Sound of Islay

Waterfront Deck

The Sound of Islay cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Sound of Jura

Waterfront Deck

The Sound of Jura cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Sound of Mull

Waterfront Deck

The Sound of Mull cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Sound of Sleat

Waterfront Deck

The Sound of Sleat cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Loch Buie

Hebridean Deck

The Loch Buie cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Loch Scavaig

Hebridean Deck

The Loch Scavaig cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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.

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Loch Scresort

Hebridean Deck

The Loch Scresort cabin on the Hebridean Princess cruise ship of Hebridean Island Cruises

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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