Hebridean Princess, Clyde Coast Sampler ex Greenock Return

4 Night Cruise sailing from Greenock roundtrip aboard Hebridean Princess.

As we emerge from winter into spring, join us at the start of the 2026 season, exploring the beautiful Clyde Coast visiting spring gardens, a tiny cathedral and an island distillery. Cruising the sheltered waters of Loch Fyne, relish the tranquillity of this magical region from the warm comfort of the delightfully small Hebridean Princess.

Sail Britain's longest sea loch, the picturesque Loch Fyne, which extends 40 miles inland from the Sound of Bute and forms part of the coast of the Cowal peninsula. The sparkling waters of Crarae Burn form the centrepiece for a woodland paradise garden of rocky gorges, wooden bridges and thickets of maple, birch and evergreens, blending with sprays of flowers.

The idyllic fishing village of Tarbert plays host to morning walks. Known as the gateway to the Kintyre peninsula, the natural harbour is still home to a working fishing fleet. Take a stroll up to Robert the Bruce's 14th century ruined castle to appreciate the panoramic vistas over East Loch Tarbert.

Discover the coastal village of Tighnabruaich, a magical corner of Argyll off the beaten track. Travel to the splendid viewpoint to the north of the village which overlooks Loch Riddon and the Kyles of Bute.

Ashore on Arran, a tour of the new distillery at Lagg will add to your appreciation of peated malt. They are working to bring a contemporary style to traditional methods of whisky production. Our final visit is Great Cumbrae where we find Britain's smallest cathedral, the Cathedral of the Isles, which dates from 1851 and seats only 100 worshippers. It was built on ground owned by the Boyle family, and its founder, George Frederick Boyle, later became 6th Earl of Glasgow.

Hebridean Princess is Hebridean's original vessel. Specially commissioned in 1965 for the waters of the rugged west coast of Scotland, she commenced sailing under the Hebridean Island Cruises' flag after a full refit in 1989, establishing a unique and unusual style of cruising.

Beautifully decorated in the finest quality furnishings, her relaxed, floating country house party atmosphere and impeccable service from a warm, welcoming and friendly crew have earned her an unrivalled reputation. From the starboard Conservatory to the cosy Look Out Lounge; from the luxurious Tiree Lounge to the peaceful Library or the quiet of the teak Skye Deck - the comfort of Hebridean Princess is home but better!

Just 49 guests are cared for by around 38 crew as she sails perhaps the most beautiful coastline of northern Europe, Scotland's Western Isles.

Hebridean Island Cruises has been setting the benchmark for luxury cruising since 1989. Featuring some of the finest Privately Escorted Tours, our small, five star luxury cruise ship – Hebridean Princess – affords our guests the highest standards of luxury cruise ship accommodation, together with a level of service from an almost forgotten era.

Each all-inclusive cruise is carefully planned by our own highly experienced researchers, whose brief is to capture the cultural essence and historical significance of each port of call.

Hebridean Princess, the small cruise ship which re-introduced the ‘Golden Age of Cruising’ nineteen years ago, will show you the dramatic coast of Scotland and the Western Isles and Norway from the best possible vantage point.

Outstanding service, fine cuisine, unusually spacious cabins and some of the most elegant public rooms afloat, the Hebridean Experience offers you the most relaxing luxury holiday you could wish for. An all-inclusive tariff, the very best in personal service, and some of the finest Privately Escorted Tours all tailored to be as individual as you are.