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Friday 03 April 2020 17: 00 t / m Saturday 11 April 2020 11: 00
From the East to the West coast straight through the Highlands via the Caledonia Canal, one of the most beautiful waterways in the world. This canal connects the beautiful Lochs, of which Loch Ness is the most famous. From Inverness, the Flying Dutchman sails first along the East Coast and then across the Highlands and across Loch Ness to the West Coast of Scotland. Experience the enchanting and unspoilt Scotland in a unique way.
This trip can be booked as a nice extension of the trip Amsterdam - Edinburgh, you will receive a 20% discount on both trips!
Because the two-person cabins differ in size (floor space), they are divided into two categories. The price is based on a shared cabin. The cabins are all with shower and toilet.
Possible travel schedule: The indicated program is a guide and can be adjusted under the influence of weather, currents and wind.
Day 1: Eyemouth
The crew gives a warm welcome to Eyemouth, a pleasant fishing town. You will also get to know your fellow passengers. In the evening you can enjoy a delicious meal on board.
Day 2: Stonehaven
The journey starts early and the sails are hoisted to sail to the beautiful Stonehaven.
It is a beautiful town on the coast with a beautiful harbor. It also has a beautiful small museum, which made it the most beautiful seaside town in Scotland a few years ago. But the town is also known for the old Dunnottar Castle that is nearby.
Day 3: Buckie
Buckie is a beautiful harbor town where many loggers used to come. It is very special to remember that the Flying Dutchman was already approaching 1903 Buckie as a sailing fishing vessel. Now it has fallen asleep a bit, but you can still taste something of the grandeur of the once important fishing port.
Day 4: Inverness
After a delicious breakfast the journey continues to Inverness, a beautiful city with all the wonders of the Highlands at your doorstep. Visit Inverness Castle and St Andrew's Cathedral and then stroll along the banks of the River Ness, or cross the suspension bridge for peace and relaxation on the Ness Islands.
Day 5: Discover Loch Ness
It is possible to visit the Glen Ord Distillery by taxi bus for a nice tour and a small tasting. Those who do not join can join the Flying Dutchman to lock the first five locks. When all are back on board the journey goes to the beautiful mysterious Loch Ness. The skipper of course hopes to sail on this famous lake and who knows, you might still see Nessie. Monster or not, it is a beautiful trip in breathtakingly beautiful surroundings. The ship moors close to the famous 13th-century Urquhart Castle, located on Loch Ness. Today it is in ruins, but it was once one of the largest castles in Scotland. At the end of the day, the Flying Dutchman will moor in Fort Augustus.
Day 6: Fort William
Fort Augustus is a small cozy village on the south bank of the great Loch Ness. The 5 locks form the heart of the village. Here is a small museum about the life of a Highlander. Due to the location of the village in the Highlands of Scotland you can of course enjoy nature here. The journey goes up through the 5 locks and continues to Fort Willaim. Beautiful lochs alternate with the narrow tree-lined canal. The ship reaches Neptune's Staircase or Neptune's Staircase. Neptune's Staircase is a system of eight locks designed by Thomas Telford. The artwork allows the boats to rise 19,5 meters over a length of 457 meters. Originally the locks were powered by manpower but now operate hydraulically. It is the largest of its kind in the UK and very special to see. From the lock complex you have a beautiful view of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Scotland. The Ben Nevis distillery is nearby and of course a visit can be made.
Day 7: Mull - Tobermory
First you pass the locks with great interest and then the ship sails to the sea lock at Corpach. You are now on the west coast and you are now sailing on the Loch Linnhe Sea, which offers beautiful views of the Highlands and shows you the beauty of unspoilt Scotland. The trip continues to Mull and eventually the ship moors in the picturesque harbor town of Tobermory.
Day 8: Oban
The Flying Dutchman sails on the beautiful west coast, close to the beautiful Duart Castle, which is certainly a beautiful and impressive sight from the water. After a beautiful day with lots of photo moments, we moor in Oban, a beautiful harbor town with its famous distillery.
Day 9: Farewell
This is already the last day of this special sailing holiday. After an extensive breakfast it is time to say goodbye.
The Flying Dutchman with an international travel group on board. The crew is Dutch and speaks English and German. The guests of this sailing trip come from the Netherlands, Switzerland, England, Germany and Scotland, among others.
Food allergies and dietary requirements
If you have dietary requirements or allergies, it is best to discuss this before booking. Often it is not a problem, but sometimes some cooperation is expected from the guests if special products have to be purchased, which will then have to be taken by the guests themselves, for example.
