Embarking on a discovery expedition to the North Atlantic Ocean is the epitome of pure adventure. Scotland, is a land of rugged beauty, ancient lore, and warm hospitality, beckons you to explore its enchanting archipelago. Journey through time, as you discover the wild isles that
have captivated hearts and minds for millennia – there are so many reasons to go!
✓ From the windswept Hebrides, where the first settlers arrived over
8,000 years ago
✓ Explore the verdant Orkney Islands, steeped in the mysteries of Neolithic and Viking civilisations
✓ Sail through pristine waters in a Zodiac, surrounded by the majesty of sea-sculpted coastlines, keeping watch for wildlife
✓ Encounter Europe’s largest seabird colonies, a breathtaking spectacle of feathered life
✓ Step ashore to discover charming villages, where friendly locals welcome you with open arms
Arctic & Beyond with Aurora Expeditions:
Wild Scotland
Mysterious. Exciting. Memorable.
Highlights of a Discovery Expedition in Scotland
Featured Discovery Expedition
Wild Scotland
Expedition To/From: Edinburgh, Scotland to Aberdeen, Scotland
Destination Highlights
• Home to nearly one million seabirds, visit Britain’s highest sea cliffs at St Kilda – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Explore the thriving archipelago of the Shetland Islands and learn about its fascinating history
• Keep watch for otters, dolphins, basking sharks, and Atlantic puffins nesting in burrows in sea cliffs
• Delve into more than 4,000 years of human settlement at the Prehistoric and Norse Settlement of Jarlshof and visit the Iron Age broch and wheelhouses
• Discover the remote Isle of Eigg, south of the rugged Isle of Skye, for wonderful hikes among stunning wildflowers
• Enjoy a lively Scottish folk ensemble in Papa Westray, set to grace the local pub with their spirited tunes
• In Fair Isle, explore cliffs teeming with breeding fulmars, kittiwakes, guillemots, gannets, shags and puffins
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Edinburgh for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Transfer to Troon for embarkation.
Days 3-4: Inner Hebrides.
Days 5-6: Outer Hebrides.
Day 7: Kirkwall.
Days 8-10: Papa Westray & Shetland Islands.
Day 11: Fair Isle.
Day 12: Disembark in Aberdeen.
Go Solo and Save
No Single Supplement offer on 10 dedicated staterooms*
Included Activities
Optional Activities
Reserve your optional activities at the time of booking to secure your spot.
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*Landings, adventures, and activities are weather-dependent. Activity options vary by itinerary, and additional fees apply for optional activities.
Our Purpose-Built Small Ships - Maximum of 130 Passengers
Our two expedition ships — Greg Mortimer and Sylvia Earle — are purpose-built and designed for exploration. These state-of-the-art ships use the latest advances in design and technology, truly revolutionising the small-ship experience.
INCLUSIONS
• All transfers as mentioned in the itinerary.
• One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Edinburgh on Day 1.
• Half-day tour in Edinburgh followed by a transfer to Troon, on Day 2.
• Onboard accommodation during voyage including daily cabin service.
• All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during voyage.
• Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner.
• Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages.
• All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
• Educational lectures and guiding services from expedition team.
• Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consult).
• A 3-in-1 waterproof polar expedition jacket.
• Complimentary use of muck boots during the voyage.
• Comprehensive pre-departure information.
• Port surcharges, permits, and landing fees.
• Wi-Fi. Please note we travel to remote regions and therefore the connection can be unreliable.
EXCLUSIONS
• International or domestic flights – unless specified in the itinerary.
• Transfers – unless specified in the itinerary.
• Airport arrival or departure taxes.
• Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
• Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
• Hotel accommodation and meals – unless specified in the itinerary.
• Optional excursions and optional activity surcharges.
• All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of
dinner service), gratuities, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses or phone charges.
Note: A $15 USD per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at
your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or adjust the amount) when you settle your bill. It is not necessary
to tip the expedition team members. This gratuity amount is included for suites as part of their ‘Suite Benefits’.
About Aurora Expeditions
From the start, Aurora Expeditions — an Award-winning Australian owned company — was destined to be different. Our passion for adventure, exploring wild places and sharing the experience with friends burns just as brightly as it did over 33 years ago, as does our preference for small-group, personal expeditions, accompanied by an Expedition Team we believe are the world’s best.
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