5 nights cruise from Southampton
Your cruise at a glance
Hand-crafted highlights
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.
Explore Southern England's islands & coastlines 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.
Immerse yourself in the Cornish way of life
The Cornish way of life is a celebration of tradition, community, and being connected to nature. Freshly caught seafood, including Scilly crab, island-raised beef and duck, traditional Cornish pasties, and delicious cream teas, are some of the key ingredients of the cuisine of this region and must surely be sampled. Gardening is a popular pastime due to the warmer climate in the south of England, where colourful booms adorn the landscapes, and verdant gardens like Tresco Abbey Gardens are home to an array of exotic flowers grown in vivid hues, while fishing continues to be a vital source of income, supporting families and maintaining maritime customs.
Delve into a climate made for horticulture
Characterised by mild temperatures, the climate in Cornwall is ideal for horticulture and nurturing beautifully lush gardens like Tresco Abbey Gardens on the Isles of Scilly, where a diverse collection of exotic plants and flowers thrive in the sheltered setting. The restored Victorian landscapes of the Lost Gardens of Heligan offer hidden treasures of intriguing woodland walks, rare plants, and wildlife, taking visitors on a journey through history.
Meanwhile, from Falmouth, join us on a tour to discover the innovative Eden Project, which showcases diverse ecosystems within its iconic biomes, such as the world’s largest indoor rainforests and the calming Mediterranean Biome, which help preserve Cornwall's commitment to preserving the natural world.
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