
Introduction
Hebridean Princess is a beautiful and elegant ship. She has captured the hearts of thousands of guests for more than thirty years. As one of the smallest luxury cruise ships afloat, she is able to access places larger ships simply cannot reach. Launched in 1989, Hebridean Princess embarks on all-inclusive cruises from Oban around Scotland and beyond. She is constantly maintained to an exceedingly high standard and accommodates just 48 guests. Hebridean Princess truly is a home-from home-experience.
The on board welcome is always warm, where the congenial atmosphere of a country house party is abound. Here, old friends unite and new acquaintances are quickly made. The unaccompanied need never feel alone. At the same time, guests are free to enjoy the luxury of their own private space whenever they choose.
The personal touch
An understated elegance pervades throughout the entire ship with a carefully chosen décor of co-ordinating furnishings, fabrics and colours. The ambience on board Hebridean Princess is redolent of a bygone era. From the Tiree Lounge to the Columba Restaurant and the 28 spacious and individually designed cabins, to the sparkling brass and teak deck. Discover peaceful corners, perfect for reading, or relax by the cosy inglenook style fireplace in the lounge. There are plenty of areas in which guests can find a perfect hideaway.
Our crew-to-guest ratio of almost one-to-one ensures exceptionally high standards. This offers an unobtrusive and friendly service. It’s the personal touch and constant attention to detail that sets the five-star Hebridean Princess apart from other cruise ships.
Celebrate in style
The crew of Hebridean Princess are only too happy to help guests who plan to mark a special occasion on board, such as a wedding anniversary or birthday. We can arrange for Champagne, a cake or canapés, to enjoy in private cabins or in the Library.
Celebrate these happy moments in true Hebridean style. Guests who would like to arrange an event should place a special request through our reservations staff.
Alternatively, enjoy the ultimate private party afloat and charter Hebridean Princess for up to 48 guests. This could be, for example, a retirement party, birthday or anniversary celebration.
Unique experiences for a few people - never something ordinary for a crowd
If wheelchair users wish to cruise with us, they must be accompanied by a fare-paying able-bodied companion to assist them on board and ashore. Wheelchair access may be limited. Entrances to the vessel have raised coamings and almost all cabins have a raised lip or step from bedroom to bathroom. Please note that bedroom doors are no wider than 70cm. As the vessel does not carry a supply of narrow wheelchairs for general use, guests should check that their own chair is of a suitable width.
Hebridean regrets that children under the age of nine cannot be accommodated.
Daytime: During the day dress is casual. It is advisable to bring suitable clothing for the area in which you will be cruising.
Evening: For dinner in the evening, guests prefer to dress more formally, with a jacket and tie for gentlemen and the equivalent for ladies.
Gala evenings: The recommended dress code for Gala evenings is black tie for gentlemen and evening wear for ladies, although this is by no means mandatory. On these evenings, the Officers will wear formal dress. The number of Gala evenings depends on the length of the cruise, but as a guideline, two formal Gala Dinners will be held during a seven-night cruise.
Footwear: Non-slip shoes should be worn on deck and in the ship’s small boats when going ashore. Some cruises visit remote locations where heavy-soled shoes or walking boots are recommended for shore visits and serious walking.
Footloose cruises: In addition to walking boots, they recommend that guests protect themselves against the unpredictable weather with waterproof clothing; they would stress that jeans are considered unsuitable. A reasonably sized rucksack would also be useful.
Hebridean can cater for most dietary preferences, with the exception of strict kosher and one or two other regimes. Special requests should be included in the Pre-Cruise Questionnaire; our reservations staff will be pleased to advise you.
Meals and drinks
All meals are included. This includes both on board and ashore, and all snacks and picnics. Fresh fruit from baskets around the ship. Champagne, wines (excluding those from the Premium Wine Library range). Plus, beers, spirits, soft drinks, tea, coffee and other hot drinks.
Guides and guest speakers
Knowledgeable guides accompany all cruises, both on board and on the tours ashore. Footloose walking itineraries include three experienced guides. Also, selected cruises feature guest speakers.
Shore visits
The entrance fees to all castles, gardens and other places of interest on our cruises are included. Also, as transfers between the ship and each destination ashore, as shown in the itineraries.
Bicycles
Guests can make use of the ship’s bicycles to explore ashore.
Internet
Free use of the internet including Wi-Fi access.
Transfers and car parking
Travel to and from the local airport or railway station to and from Hebridean Princess is included. Also, secure car parking is provided at the port (with the exception of London).
Extra activities
Hebridean cruises can be made even more enjoyable with fishing trips and speedboat rides. Hebridean Cruises staff will arrange extra activities by request at no extra charge.
Port taxes
All pier and harbour dues.
Gratuities
Finally, Hebridean operates a strict ’no tipping’ policy.
Not included
Travel to and from our private coach transfer points. Wines and spirits from the Premium Wine Library range. Any private shore visits organised by request which are not part of the cruise itinerary. Personal telephone calls. Items purchased from the Hebridean Princess shop. Personal laundry.
While relaxing on the Boat Deck, look out for wildlife around Scotland’s coast. Ranging from beautiful eagles and ospreys to majestic deer and sunbathing seals. There’s always something to see!
Ensuring the continued safety and success of wildlife in Scotland is important to Hebridean Island Cruises. That’s why since 2012, we have been working to raise funds for UK marine conservation charity, Sea-Changers. To date, Hebridean Princess guests have donated over £30,000. We have also agreed to match fund every donation made by guests, effectively doubling the contributions. 100% of funds raised by Hebridean Island Cruises will continue to support marine conservation projects. Sea-Changers has been able to award more marine conservation grants across the UK, which over the years have enabled a vast range of vital marine conservation activity. Much of this takes place in and around the Scottish Hebrides. For more information visit the Sea-Changers website.
The ship’s largest cabin, the Isle of Arran Suite, is located on the port side of the Princess Deck and, as all windows are on the ship’s side, privacy is assured. It comprises a large, separate day room, a spacious bedroom and a well-equipped bathroom with bath and separate walk-in shower. The bedroom contains a king-size bed, which can be re-arranged as twins, generous wardrobes, drawers, dressing table and a second television.
The Isle of Barra is located on the port side, forward on the Princess Deck. The balcony, which affords total privacy as it cannot be overlooked from the ship, is fitted with teak tables and chairs, in order for you to enjoy the magnificent scenery. The bathroom is generous in size with a full-size bath and a thermostatic shower.
Located on the same deck as Reception and the Columba Restaurant, this roomy, forward-facing cabin, at the forward end of the Princess Deck, is fitted with three large picture windows offering excellent views ahead over the bows. The king-size bed can be rearranged as twins. A well deck, some 40 feet (12m) in length, between the cabin and the forecastle, ensures privacy. A large bathroom, which features a full-size bath with a thermostatic shower.
The Isle of Benbecula is located on the starboard side, forward on the Princess Deck. The balcony, which affords total privacy as it cannot be overlooked from the ship, is fitted with teak tables and chairs, in order for you to enjoy the magnificent scenery. The bathroom is generous in size with a full-size bath and a thermostatic shower.
This popular, double-bedded cabin, located on the starboard side of the Princess Deck, has three full-size picture windows, which afford superb views and give the room a bright, airy feel. Private facilities include a thermostatic shower.
Located on the same deck as Reception and the Columba Restaurant, this roomy, forward-facing cabin, at the forward end of the Princess Deck, is fitted with three large picture windows offering excellent views ahead over the bows. The king-size bed can be rearranged as twins. A well deck, some 40 feet (12m) in length, between the cabin and the forecastle, ensures privacy. A large bathroom, which features a full-size bath with a thermostatic shower.
The roomy Isle of Berneray is situated on the starboard side, towards the after end of the Promenade Deck. The private balcony in this cabin ensures total privacy as it cannot be overlooked from the ship, and with teak tables and chairs, it is the perfect place to sit back, relax and take in the breathtaking landscapes. This cabin contains a king-size bed, which can be rearranged as twins. The bathroom is generous in size with a full-size bath and a thermostatic shower.
The roomy Isle of Bute is situated on the port side, towards the after end of the Promenade Deck. The private balcony in this cabin ensures total privacy as it cannot be overlooked from the ship, and with teak tables and chairs, it is the perfect place to sit back, relax and take in the breathtaking landscapes. This cabin contains a king-size bed, which can be rearranged as twins. The bathroom is generous in size with a full-size bath and a thermostatic shower.
A roomy cabin that is in great demand, the Isle of Danna is tucked into a quiet corner on the port side of the Princess Deck. It contains a king-size bed, which can be converted into twin beds, and two comfortable chairs from which to enjoy panoramic views through full-size picture windows. Charming private facilities include a thermostatic shower.
Situated on the starboard side of the Promenade Deck, towards the after end of the ship, this superb cabin is fitted with a comfortable king-size bed, convertible into twins. Large picture windows are perfect for watching the landscape unfold. The spacious bathroom contains a full-size bath with a thermostatic shower.
This roomy, elegant cabin on the Waterfront Deck is connected by a flight of stairs to the Princess Deck, offering easy access to the embarkation area on the same level for the small boats when going ashore. The cabin is fitted with two opening portholes. It features a spacious bathroom with a full-size bath and a separate walk-in shower.
This elegant double bedded cabin on the Waterfront Deck is connected by a flight of stairs to the Princess Deck, offering easy access to the embarkation area on the same level for the small boats when going ashore. The cabin is fitted with two opening portholes. It features a spacious bathroom with a full-size bath and a thermostatic shower.
An excellent port-side double-bedded cabin in a quiet corner on the same level as the Tiree Lounge and the Library. This extremely comfortable cabin has open views from its window and is well-equipped with private facilities, including a thermostatic shower.
Situated on the starboard side of the Waterfront Deck, this is a roomy single cabin, fitted with two opening portholes. The private facilities feature a thermostatic shower. A single staircase links this room to the Princess Deck, with direct access by a flight of three steps to the embarkation area for the small boats when going ashore.
This charming, interchangeable king-size or twin-bedded cabin on the port side of the Hebridean Deck is generous in size and attractively priced. Although there are no windows or portholes, fresh air is circulated day and night by the ship’s forced air ventilation system. Spacious private facilities include a thermostatic shower.
This well-appointed cabin lies on the starboard side of the Princess Deck, enjoying good views from its windows. With a charming home-from-home feel for the single traveller, it is much in demand. The private facilities include a thermostatic shower.
This charming, well-appointed cabin, located on the starboard side of the Hebridean Deck, offers a spacious bathroom and a full-size bath with a thermostatic shower. As it is not fitted with windows or portholes, fresh air is supplied by the ship’s forced air ventilation system.
This charming cabin, located on the starboard side of the Hebridean Deck, is well-appointed and is popular with the single traveller. Fresh air is supplied by the ship’s forced air ventilation system, as this cabin does not have windows or portholes. Loch Scresort has good-sized private facilities with a thermostatic shower.
Hebridean Princess has five stunning decks, each offering something unique. The Boat Deck is where all the best views can be seen, with plenty of space to relax and soak up the scenery. The Promenade Deck holds most of the public rooms, such as the Lounge, Library and Conservatory. As well as extra space to enjoy the open air on the Skye Deck at the rear. The welcoming reception foyer and elegant fine-dining restaurant are on the Princess Deck. While the luxury cabins are located across several of the decks.
There’s so much to explore while onboard the Hebridean Princess. What’s more, Hebridean cruises are all-inclusive, which means shore visits and tours, meals and drinks and so much more are included in the fare. Take a look at all that’s included.
In the peaceful wood-panelled Library a masculine feel has been created, using leather, unique upholstery and dark woods and should a spot of solitude appeal, there is a fine selection of reference and general interest books to be enjoyed.
There are iPads in the Library and Wi-Fi access is available. The cellular system in the Highlands and Islands is somewhat patchy and reception can be irregular.
In an emergency, the ship can be reached by satellite phone, full details of which will be forwarded prior to your cruise.
The Tiree Lounge and bar on Promenade Deck is the social hub on board ship. Beautifully designed and filled with soft and comfortable furnishings and a warm brick inglenook fireplace, it is a cosy area to relax and enjoy afternoon tea. The Library, Conservatory and Look-Out Lounge are all located nearby, providing further space to sit with a drink and enjoy the scenery.
The soft tones furnishing the Look-Out Lounge flow seamlessly from the colour palette in the foyer areas, creating a relaxing space to take in the stunning views.
Soak up the atmosphere at the rear of the Promenade Deck, where guests can relax on the open-air Skye Deck. The Skye Bar is close at hand, serving a selection of aperitifs and cocktails. Teak tables and chairs provide ample seating to enjoy glorious vistas and al fresco refreshments.
Painted, rattan furniture brings a casual feel to the Conservatory and the natural look has been complemented by the beautifully restored teak flooring. A wonderfully calm space to enjoy the scenery.