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United Kingdom/England/Wales/Scotland

The Ultimate U.K. Voyage: London to Edinburgh on the Ocean Albatros

Program No. 24890RJ
Cross multiple countries off your must-see list on this Floating Campus! Explore England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and their iconic sites on this voyage.

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At a Glance

It’s the ultimate voyage through the countries of the United Kingdom — experience England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on our Floating Campus! Board the expedition ship Ocean Albatros and embark on an exciting exploration of the U.K. Come into port at iconic natural wonders such as Giant’s Causeway UNESCO World Heritage Site and Loch Ness and bustling cities including London and Edinburgh. From castles to cathedrals, admire the U.K’s medieval history and modern culture. Your two onboard instructors offer lectures, Q&A sessions and casual discussions to expand on your experiences in port. In true campus style, you’ll also have opportunities to participate in onboard activities, live performances and getting to know other Road Scholars who love learning — and voyages — as much as you do.
Activity Level
Choose Your Pace
This program offers two activity levels to choose from on every departure date: one Keep the Pace that has more walking and standing and one On Your Feet covering slightly shorter distances at a slower pace. Must be comfortable getting in & out of tender boats and zodiacs, feel comfortable navigating around the ship and handle stairs while on board. PLEASE NOTE: The ship is not suitable for wheelchair/electric scooter use.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • Enjoy exclusive access to experts who will be with you throughout your journey and learn from them as you take in onboard lectures and educational activities.
  • Seize the opportunity to visit all four countries — England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland — that comprise the United Kingdom.
  • Visit Giant’s Causeway in Portrush and admire the natural wonder of its interlocking basalt columns caused by a volcanic eruption.
  • Spend a full day in Kirkwall and visit the Neolithic site of Ring of Brodgar, a stone circle that is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Take in the beautiful scenery and mountains as you cruise the cold deep waters of Loch Ness and look out for the evasive Loch Ness Monster.

General Notes

This learning adventure is part of Road Scholar’s Floating Campus. You’ll experience a true campus feel as we enjoy field trips onshore and expert instruction during exclusive lectures, Q&A sessions and discussions. Enjoy a book club, onboard activities, a live performance and the camaraderie that can only be found with fellow Road Scholars! Please note that we need a minimum number of participants to enroll in this program to have exclusive use of the ship. In the unlikely event we do not meet the minimum number, then the cruise line may have its own passengers on the ship, though they will not be part of any Road Scholar activities.
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