ITINERARY AND OUR SAILING AREA

Day 1 – Thursday 26th June 2025
Make the journey under your own steam to Oban
Check into the Perle Hotel Oban 3.00 pm
Breakfast included. Welcome drinks hosted by Kate to connect with fellow sailors. Then stroll the town and enjoy dinner for own account. There is a wonderful fish ‘n chip shop on the shore or the famous Green Shack at the ferry for fresh oysters, Moules Mariniere or Scallops!

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This hotel is situated on a main road in Oban, near the sea for easy access to the Blue Clipper the next day. If you are a whiskey drinker be sure to take in the famous Oban Distillery, wander the shore exploring all the town has to offer, and grabbing any last minute purchases before we set sail.

The hotel was built in 1855. Amenities include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the parking lot. Other services include a 24-hour security service, room service and a laundry service.

Day 2 – 6:
Friday 27th June- Tuesday 1st July
Check in to the Blue Clipper at 2.00 pm
Settle in to your cabin before an onboard briefing. Pop the bubbles as we set sail

Exactly which islands we explore during your tall ship sailing holiday depends entirely on the wind and tides. Once we have boarded, our skipper will have the latest weather forecast and will have a better idea of what we can expect from our holiday. Blue Clipper’s crew and skipper have been sailing in the Hebrides for a number of years, so they are all well-versed in the sailing areas and know all the best spots off the beaten track.

Hebrides, Scotland

The Hebrides offers some of the UK’s most breath-taking and fascinating sailing grounds. One of our most popular sailing holiday destinations, the coasts and islands that make up the West Coast of Scotland offer so much variation for our boats and guests that you will quickly see why our guests return year after year. Think remote anchorages where mountains run straight into the sea, miles of atmospheric landscapes, secret coves and uninhabited islands for walking trails ashore.

Hebridean Sailing Highlights

The inner Hebrides alone are home to over 70 islands, both inhabited and uninhabited. Offering miles of coastline to shore and swathes of sea to sail, exploring this area by boat is the easiest and best way to see the Hebrides.

The Isle of Mull will likely be your first stop. One of the larger inhabited islands in the Hebrides, Mull is renowned for its abundant wildlife. From dolphins, whales and sea eagles to endless walking trails and secluded anchorages, you could spend a week alone just exploring this beautiful island.

One of our favourite spots in the inner Hebrides and Kate’s former home, Iona boasts ultimate tranquillity, blue lagoons and sandy beaches. At only 1.5 x 3 miles, it’s a lovely place to anchor and walk ashore. Keep your eyes peeled for oystercatchers, sandpipers, redshanks, plovers, curlews and greylag geese. The endangered corncrake also inhabits the island.

The Treshnish Isles

The Treshnish Isles are a small cluster of islands and skerries nestled off the West coast of Mull. An important area for marine animals and breeding seabirds, the islands are part of a Special Area of Conservation. The island of Lunga is home to a large puffin colony, where you can sit ashore within metres of the friendly-faced creatures. The island of Staffa is home to the famous geological wonder of Fingal’s cave, where guests can take the tender to get off and explore the impressive basalt columns.

Coll and Tiree

Tiree is known as the Sunshine Isle or ‘Hawaii of the North’ and boasts some of the highest recordings of sunshine in the UK with idyllic white sand beaches and turquoise water. Neighbouring Coll is more rugged, with sandy coves and no soul in sight. It is also known as a “dark sky park” as it has no street light pollution, has some of the darkest skies in Europe, and is perfect for star watching.

The Small Isles

Depending on the wind direction, another choice for island hopping and sailing in the Hebrides is the archipelago of the Small Isles consisting of Rum, Canna, Eigg and Muck. The Small Isles offer landscapes from high basalt cliffs and dramatic volcanic landscapes to rocky shorelines and sandy beaches. Each island boasts a different personality and a multitude of wildlife spotting opportunities, from Golden eagles to red deer and hardy wild ponies on Rum.

What’s certain is that you need your eyes peeled and binoculars handy at all times to soak up all the beauty !

Day 7 - Wednesday 2nd July

Final goodbyes and check-out from The Blue Clipper at 10.00 am for your onward travel.

WHAT'S INCLUDED: PLEASE NOTE this is a TWO part booking.

SAILING - £1820 Book your berth from 27thJune - 2nd July here https://venturesailholidays.com/voyages/hebrides-sailing-holiday/

All rooms Luxury Twin Bunk ensuite

Single occupancy may be available when booking

Delicious locally sourced food prepared by on board chef

5 nights Full board on Blue Clipper
(breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Soft/hot drinks)

All bedding (pillow, sheets & duvet) and wash towel

Full crew with local knowledge

Optional tuition - “learn the ropes” for hands on experience

All tender trips to & from the boat

Marina and fuel fees

Use of kayaks and stand-up paddle-boards

Lifejacket

KATE'S RETREAT - £1490 (your ticket here on eventbrite is for the RETREAT)

Kate’s unique Retreat Experience to support your life journey

1:1 time with Kate

Pre-sail connect call

Follow up integration

Pre-sail accommodation Bed & Breakfast The Perle Hotel, Oban

Welcome Cocktails in Oban

Expect a few delightful Kate-like surprises en route

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:

Alcohol - honesty bar :)
Dinner / Lunch in Oban pre-sailing
Waterproof coat or trousers
Flights / travel to & from Oban on the day of joining/leaving
Travel Insurance highly recommended
Sailing Insurance highly recommended
Crew tips
Personal expenses
Waterproof clothes

Travel insurance notes

As this is an active adventure holiday, we advise that everyone has the appropriate personal accident travel insurance whilst onboard in addition to standard travel insurance which would cover you in the time between making your booking and departing for your adventure. These policies can sometimes be combined so please check with your travel insurance provider.

Inner Hebridean Sailing Retreat Exploring the Islands aboard a Tall Ship