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Oban (GB) - Oban (GB)

18 August - 28 August 2027

10 days, Thalassa

From € 1925,-

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Expedition Sail Training

Shared cabin p.p.: € 1925,-
Single cabin p.p.: € 3350,-

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Thalassa:
Oban (GB) - Oban (GB)

18 August - 28 August 2027

Discover the Magic of the Hebrides on Foot. Walking is one of the most rewarding ways to experience Scotland’s natural beauty. While the mainland offers famous long-distance trails, true peace and stunning landscapes await you further west: on the islands of the Inner and Outer Hebrides. There you’ll find deserted bays, quiet villages, mysterious landscapes and breathtaking vistas – perfect for exploration on foot. During this 10-day walking and sailing adventure on tall ship Thalassa, you’ll experience the best of both worlds: short sails between islands, depending on wind and tides, and opportunities to hike and explore each new destination – either independently or with fellow travellers. Gerard Spaans, an experienced walking guide, will be on board to help you choose daily routes that suit your interests and fitness level. Whether you prefer challenging hill walks or easy coastal paths, Gerard will have just the right suggestion. You’ll receive maps, descriptions and GPX files for use with your navigation app or GPS device if desired.
Open to all Windseekers over 18 years of age.

Ports

Oban (meaning ‘little bay’ in Gaelic) is a small harbor town on the west coast of Scotland, famous for its whiskey distillery. The town occupies a beautiful setting in the Firth of Lorn, and is a perfect place to find shelter from the Atlantic. Walking around town is a pleasure, and close by you’ll find mountains, castles, dramatic coastal scenery, and McCaig’s tower that resembles the Colosseum. In the first week of August, the town plays host to West Highland week, a yearly sailing regatta.

  • Oban (GB)

  • Oban (GB)

Key points

  • Dates: 18 August 2027 - 28 August 2027
  • Embarkation: 16:00 / Disembarkation: 10:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 18 years
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English
  • Price includes: accommodation and meals, excludes drinks at the bar
  • Price excludes transportation costs to-and from the ports. Our travel counsellor can advise you and book your transfers
  • This booking is covered by Thalassa's VZR Garant (instead of Windseeker's usual STO Garant).
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • All bedding and towels are provided on board
  • Available diets: regular (meat), vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-free,some (mild) allergies.

  • "A very fun, refreshing but also a very challenging trip that really moves your comfort zones."

    Angelina (17), Denmark

You sail on the Thalassa

Shipping type: Barquentine
Homeport: Harlingen (NL)
Date built: 1980
Trainees: 30
Length: 47m
Height of mast: 35m
Sail: 800m2

Sail in style. The Thalassa is more than capable to sail every imaginable sea and ocean. A 3-masted barquentine, she carries square sails on the foremast, while the main and mizzen masts are both gaff-rigged. Thanks to that she can …

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Windseeker logs

  • You are here and now

    Morgenster, July 2018

    Esbjerg-Sunderland-Esbjerg

    – by Elin Giese, Sweden, 2nd time Trainee

    Being a trainee on board a tall ship is an experience you can’t compare with everyday life. This is my short article about how it is to sail with the Morgenster before and during the Tall Ships Races.    

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  • A busy and productive day at sea

    Gulden Leeuw, July 2015

    Aalborg

    – by Trainees Charlotte and Pernille

    Charlotte (26), UK We were lucky as a watch this morning and didn’t go on sail watch until 8 a.m. Some people had to get up to make breakfast but the rest of us enjoyed our lie-in and were bright-eyed and …

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Photos

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This Journey is not covered by the STO Garant guarantee.