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Tórnshavn (FO) - Oban (GB)

07 August - 18 August 2027

11 days, Thalassa

From € 1895,-

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Expedition Sail Training

Shared cabin p.p.: € 1895,-
Single cabin p.p.: € 3190,-

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Thalassa:
Tórnshavn (FO) - Oban (GB)

07 August - 18 August 2027

Let the currents and wind guide you as you discover the rugged, enchanting landscapes of the Faroe Islands and sail to Scotland. Your adventure begins in Tórshavn, the charming capital of the Faroe Islands, from where you will sail deeper into the archipelago. Visit Klaksvík or Fuglafjørður, picturesque fishing villages, sail past the dramatic cliffs of Kallur Lighthouse, and admire the jagged peaks of Tindhólmurrise. The islands of Sandoy and Suðuroy offer a different atmosphere, with rolling green hills, and villages where time seems to stand still. Enjoy peaceful walks through the countryside before embarking on a crossing to Scotland. If the winds are favourable, you may even visit the remote St Kilda along the way. Reach the Scottish coast and explore for a bit, depending on time and winds, before sailing into Oban where the scent of freshly smoked fish and fine Scottish whisky fills the air.
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)

Key points

  • Dates: 7 August 2027 - 18 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.

  • "This trip was about pushing your boundaries."

    Roos (16)

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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Photos

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