Scotland's Sea Kingdom 
About Scotland's Sea Kingdom
Floating on the edge of the Atlantic, but nestling in to the mainland, is a group of islands linked by a common history but that are very different in character. Colonsay, Oronsay, Islay, Jura and Gigha cluster together and provide an excellent variety of walking and exploring.
There will be chances to find or observe several species of flora and fauna which are otherwise rare in the UK. Added to that, the rich diversity of archaeological sites will add even more interest to our walks. To round off our island hopping adventure we visit Dunadd, the capital of Dalriada, the ancient kingdom of the Scots.
Download the Scotland's Sea Kingdom equipment list.
Ferry Journeys
There is always a slight possibility on trips involving ferries, that severe weather conditions or other reasons will prevent a scheduled sailing. However unlikely this may be on this trip, it may not be possible to keep to the planned timings. Any additional expenses incurred through changes in the ferry schedule will not be met by C~N~Do Scotland.
Book your Scotland's Sea Kingdom Walking Holiday
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If you would prefer to pay by:
- Cheque/bank draft - download our postal booking form.
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| Dates | SRS | Price | Spaces (?) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-14 Sept 2010 | n/a | £719 |  |
Group Bookings & Private Guiding
Additional dates or spaces are available for group booking and private guiding by arrangement. Please phone us on 01786 445 703 or complete the Special Enquiry form.
Scotland's Sea Kingdom - What's Included?
Your walking holiday includes:
- Qualified Walking Group or Mountain Leader
- 7 days with walking
- 6 nights hostel accommodation with Continental Breakfasts
- 2 nights guest house accommodation with full Scottish Breakfasts
- 5 Ferry journeys
- Transport from and back to Stirling
- Daily transport as required
Group size:
- Minimum Number:
- 6
- Maximum number per leader:
- 11
Scotland's Sea Kingdom - Brief Itinerary:
Meet at Stirling station: 12:00
Return: 17:00
Day 1: Drive by minibus to Oban in time to catch the 17.00 sailing to Colonsay arriving about 19.20. Next 2 nights’ accommodation is in a private hostel.
Day 2 & 3: Two days to explore Colonsay and Oransay. Catch the 18.05 ferry to Islay, arriving 19.15, where we are based for the next 4 nights in the SYHA hostel.
Day 4 - 6: Three day will allow some exploration of Islay and Jura but of course you would need as many months to do them justice.
Day 7: Pack up to move on again. After a wee morning stroll on Islay we catch the 12.50 ferry from Port Ellen to Kennacraig on Kintyre, Scotland’s ’mainland island’. There will be time to explore locally in the Tarbet area, where we stay for the next 2 nights in hotel accommodation.
Day 8: Today we head to Tayinloan and the ferry to Gigha. For a full day walking and exploring there.
Day 9: Pack up for the last time and head back toward Stirling but not before visiting Kilmartin and Dunadd the seat of the kings of early Scots.
Recommended Reading for your walking holiday
To get the most from your walking holiday or course you may wish to do some background reading prior to departure.
Books which you may find informative are:
- The Scottish Islands by Hamish Haswell-Smith
- The Islands of Scotland Including Skye (SMC District Guides) by Fabian, Little & Williams
- Go Listen to the Crofters by Alex D Cameron
Maps which you may find informative are:
Highlands & Islands
- Section Overview
- Isle of Skye End to End
- Winter Highland Perthshire
- Scotland's Sea Kingdom
- Road to the Isles
- Outer Hebrides
- Mull, Iona and Ulva
- Highland New Year
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