This short yet rewarding spring Bank Holiday cruise gives you the chance to uncover the beautiful and rugged coastlines of the British Isles. Before revelling in the beauty of a scenic cruise around the Channel Islands, Balmoral will head to the remote island of St. Mary’s in the Scilly Isles, home to picturesque countryside, charming towns, and historic fortifications. The Cornish coast follows with a call into Falmouth, only accessible to smaller ships, where you can immerse yourself in local traditions and culinary delights, like Cornish pasties, delicious cream teas, and fresh seafood. Both destinations on your cruise boast climates that are perfect for growing plants, and you will be well-placed to discover why at horticultural sites such as the Eden Project, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, and Tresco Abbey Gardens.
Your cruise aboard Balmoral will afford you the opportunity to explore the rugged coastlines and picturesque islands in the south of England. The Isles of Scilly archipelago sit as sparkling jewels located just off the coast of Cornwall, with their own subtropical climate ideal for growing exotic plants and flowers and a sanctuary for a wide range of marine and birdlife. A unique fusion of French and British influences can be found on the Channel Islands of Sark, Alderney, and Brecqhou, whose breathtaking coastal landscapes can be seen from the decks of Balmoral as you cruise by.
