On 20th October 2026, the 48-guest Hebridean Princess sets sail from Oban on a seven-night ‘Flavours of the Hebrides’ cruise which celebrates the very best of Scotland’s natural larder and features international best-selling author and TV presenter Coinneach MacLeod, who is better known as the Hebridean Baker.
Coinneach MacLeod was born and raised on the Isle of Lewis and will be joining guests for the entire voyage, sharing island stories and his infectious love of Hebridean food, culture and Gaelic tradition. As a guest speaker on Hebridean Princess, he will bring the flavours and heritage of the Hebrides to life, sharing insights into Scotland’s food traditions alongside the ship’s outstanding cuisine which is created using the finest local produce.
The carefully curated itinerary explores the culinary riches of the Highlands and Islands and includes visits to Laphroaig, Islay’s legendary peaty distillery; Colonsay to meet Hebridean Island Cruises’ very own oyster supplier; The Old Forge at Inverie, the most remote pub on the British mainland; Ardnamurchan Distillery to learn about sustainable whisky; and the artisan Isle of Mull Cheese dairy farm. Guests will also enjoy lunches at the world-renowned Three Chimneys restaurant and the award-winning Kinloch Lodge on Skye, as well as a private Champagne reception at Duart Castle, hosted by Sir Lachlan Maclean, chieftain of Clan Maclean.
The seven-night cruise, which departs 20th October 2026, is round trip from Oban with calls in the Isle of Islay, Colonsay Island, Inverie, Armadale, Dunvegan, Glenmore Bay, Tobermory, Isle of Eriska and Craignure. Save 20% with prices from £6,776 per person including all meals and drinks, shore excursions, guides and guest speakers, use of bicycles, gratuities, WiFi, private coach transfers between the local airport or train station and the ship or secure parking at the port, PLUS free standard domestic return rail or air travel.
For over 35 years, Hebridean Island Cruises has been operating luxury small ships throughout the Highlands and islands of Scotland and on the Caledonian Canal. With three small ships accommodating between 38 and 50 guests, the company is dedicated to providing the finest Scottish holidays afloat.
For reservations or further information, call Hebridean Island Cruises on 01756 634933 or visit www.hebridean.co.uk
