Stornoway: all 6 tours and excursions for your cruise

Departing from Stornoway, you will travel south along the scenic roads to the Isle of Harris and to the port town of Tarbert where you will arrive at Isle of Harris Distillery. Known worldwide for its award-winning Gin, the distillery has recently released its much-anticipated single malt whisky, The Hearach. Upon arrival, you will be met with your host and take part in an in depth, visual, sensory experience learning about the various stages of making the Hearach dram (the first legal whisky...

Begin walking along the seafront admiring the delightful fishing boats dancing on the waves before crossing the bridge and following the pathway along the coastline. On the way, pass by grounds that were originally laid out as part of Lews Castle’s formal gardens, built on the foundations of an estate house dating back to 1680. The grazing land was transformed into extensive woodlands, large gardens and a conservatory complex to house a wide range of native and exotic plant species. Hear...

Depart Stornoway across the beautiful west coast of the island to Dun Carloway Pictish Broch. Built in the last century BC, it would have served as a defensible residence for an extended family complete with accommodation for animals at ground floor level. It would also have served as a visible statement of power and status in the local area. Next depart north to Gearrannan Blackhouse Village, a reconstructed settlement of traditional blackhouses where people and animals lived in close proximity....

Explore the ancient history of Lewis Isle during this memorable, half-day discovery. Depart the pier for the scenic drive across Lewis Isle en route to the beautiful west coast of the island. Upon arrival, proceed to Callanish for a visit to the Callanish Standing Stones. Described as 'Scotland's Stonehenge', the Callanish Standing Stones date from around 3000 B.C., and are comprised of a total of 32 stones in a circular and avenue design. It is thought that the site, one of several in the area,...

Travel across the Isle of Lewis to the parish of Ness and to the charming little harbour of Port of Ness. For generations Ness has been home to many seafarers which are celebrated in the work of local artists. Enjoy some free time around the harbour area and visit the Harbour View Gallery to admire some of the art pieces. Continue to the ancient St Moluag church, one of the most mysterious sites on the Isle of Lewis. This church has a plethora of legends and beliefs associated with it, take time...

Depart the capital of Stornoway, travel across the beautiful west coast of the island to the site of Dun Carloway Pictish Broch. Probably built sometime in the last century BC, it would have served as an occasionally defensible residence for an extended family complete with accommodation for animals at ground floor level. It would also have served as a visible statement of power in the local area. Return to the ship via the scenic roads with a local guide providing commentary. Points of interestsPoints...