Inverness – Amsterdam Ocean Voyage 2027
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24 October to 02 November 2027 … 10 days from € 1,445
An adventurous sea voyage across the North Sea and along the most beautiful places on the Scottish and English east coast.
On this adventurous sea voyage you will sail with the crew of the Flying Dutchman from Inverness to Amsterdam, naturally wanting to sail as much as possible. It is a voyage of over 500 nautical miles, and we will also sail through one or two nights. If you are interested, you can take part in the watch system and steer, sail, navigate etc. according to your abilities. You will of course be supported by the permanent crew, who are always ready to teach you the finer points of sailing. It will be a wonderful voyage along the Scottish and English east coast, with beautiful port towns such as Berwick-upon-Tweed and Whitby.
This voyage can easily be combined with the sailing trip via the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness the week before. When booking both consecutive voyages, you receive a 10% discount on the total price.
North Sea sailing trip: Possible itinerary
As a sailing vessel we are largely dependent on the weather and the programme below is a guide.
Due to the influence of weather, currents and particularly wind, the programme may be adjusted by the captain. This may mean that we skip harbours or call at different harbours than those described below.
On a sailing voyage, flexibility remains the rule, and especially on this trip!
Day 1: Inverness
Our sailing trip across the North Sea from Inverness to Amsterdam begins! From 6 p.m. onwards you will be welcomed on board and get to know the crew and your fellow travellers. You will have time to explore the ship and settle in. After the welcome dinner there will be an introduction from the captain about what happens on board and the plan for the coming days. Depending on weather and tides, we may also be able to set sail in the evening.
Day 2: At sea
We depart from the sea lock of the Caledonian Canal and sail into the Inverness Firth after passing under the Kessock Bridge. If you are lucky, you can watch dolphins near the Chanonry Point lighthouse, fishing in the fast-flowing waters between Chanonry Point and the impressive 18th-century artillery fortress Fort George. We set sail for Berwick-upon-Tweed, the first harbour we want to call at on this voyage.
Days 3 and 4: Berwick-upon-Tweed
After a passage of about 210 nautical miles we reach the mouth of the River Tweed. To reach the harbour, we must sail a stretch up the Tweed, which is only possible at high tide due to the water depth. Berwick-upon-Tweed lies on the border between England and Scotland and has been conquered several times in history, first by the English and then by the Scots; today it is English. Extensive fortifications surround the town. Not far from the harbour lies the famous Holy Island (Lindisfarne), which is connected to the mainland by a causeway. This causeway can only be crossed at low tide; at high tide it disappears completely under water. Lindisfarne is famous for its monastery and castle, as well as for the island's wildlife. From Berwick-upon-Tweed, Holy Island is easily reached by bus or taxi. On the morning of day 4 we sail on to Whitby.
Days 5 and 6: Whitby
In the afternoon we arrive in Whitby. From a distance you can already see the ruins of "Whitby Abbey" on the cliffs south of the harbour. This abbey, which was destroyed by King Henry VIII in 1540, was one of the inspirations for Bram Stoker, the author of Dracula. Whitby is also known as the former home of the famous explorer James Cook, who undertook several voyages of discovery with his ship "Endeavour". All in all, there is a great deal to see in this pretty fishing town. We stay here for one night, and so have plenty of time to explore the place. Our ship Flying Dutchman is by now a familiar sight and is always warmly welcomed.
Days 7 and 8: North Sea
Today we leave the harbour of Whitby and set course for Amsterdam, the final 230 nautical miles of our crossing. During this passage we will be underway non-stop on the North Sea for two nights.
Day 9: Amsterdam
On day 9 we hope to reach the sea locks at IJmuiden during the course of the morning. After the lock it is a further two hours' journey on the Nordseekanal until we reach Amsterdam. Here we moor at the ferry berth, and after a drink together to toast a great voyage you will have time to explore Amsterdam. In the evening we will share a lovely dinner together.
Day 10: Disembarkation
Unfortunately this wonderful voyage comes to an end today and after a hearty breakfast it is time to say farewell.
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