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1 Caledonian Canal Glasgow Dunoon & Greenock Aberdeen Sail the real Scotland For more information, or to book online, visit /clydecruises

2 Come on an adventure out on the water! Climb aboard Clyde Cruises for some of the best tourist boat trips in Scotland. Clyde Cruises is a family run business built on the long standing reputation and expertise of the family and dedicated team members. Our crew are committed to ensuring that every passenger is delighted with their trip and we hope to show you some of the best scenery and wildlife that Scotland has to offer. So, sit back, relax, enjoy the sea air and listen to the fantastic commentary on the area you are visiting, why not Dolphin watch just outside Aberdeen Harbour, amazing mammals so close to the city! Step back in time and soak up the atmosphere as our crew expertly navigate through the locks and gates of the famous Caledonian Canal Reminisce as you sail Doon the Watter from Glasgow city centre Relax as we cruise the sheltered waters of the pretty sea lochs and inlets sailing from the picturesque pier of Blairmore, near Dunoon Little Pirates Clyde Cruises services welcome children of all ages onboard. Our family friendly crew are happy to share their sailing experiences with budding young sailors! Don t forget a visit to the wheelhouse and a photo in the Captain's seat! Our Activity Sheet will keep curious minds busy during the trip just pick one up from the wheelhouse or ask a member of the crew. We have pictures to colour and would love to see drawings of your day out. Give them to the crew and we will publish them on facebook. More info... Glasgow Cruises...5 Dunoon & Greenock Cruises...7 Aberdeen Cruises...9 East Grampian Cruises...11 Caledonian Canal Cruises...13 Cycle & Sail...15 How to book...16 PIP

3 Whether in the city or in the Clyde Estuary, we offer flexible cruising opportunities that will surprise and delight visitors. Explore the history and heritage of the Clyde, and discover the life and activity on the river today. Doon the Watter 2 hrs 45 mins Sailing doon the watter has a long history in Glasgow, when folk from the city would take a Clyde steamer down the river for day trips or holidays in the scenic Clyde coast resorts. Today, visitors to Glasgow are rediscovering the delights of cruising on the Clyde. This cruise departs from the Riverside Museum and takes you on a journey downriver to Dumbarton Rock and Castle where Mary Queen of Scots once stayed. Fares: Adult 18 Child * 9 Family ** 48 New! Speciality Sailings Don't miss out on our new and exciting additions to our special events programme: Midsummer Dinner Cruise Prosecco Afternoon Tea Cruise Millport Illuminations Cruise Sail with Santa Cruise Check our website for dates, availability and more details! Glasgow Cruises Doon the Watter Saturdays only 25 June 2, 9, 16, 30 July 6, 13 August 3, 10 September Doon the Watter Depart SECC 13:00 Arrive SECC 15:45 Departure Points Riverside Museum : G3 8RS Corporate Events & Weddings For a unique wedding or corporate event venue our boats are available for private hire. We have vessels to suit all sizes, accommodating up to 250 people, complete with dance floor and bar. Call us on for more details. 4 5

4 Dunoon & Greenock Cruises With departure points in Greenock and Dunoon this is an ideal cruise to explore the pretty Sea Lochs and inlets on the stunning West Coast of Scotland. Explore the Lochs Departures from Greenock and Blairmore A spectacular West Coast Fjord-land tour, exploring the sheltered waters of Loch Long and Loch Goil in Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. Experience the natural scenic beauty of the area as we sail into the heart of the new National Park. Relax on deck, with the chance of spotting porpoises or dolphins, or come in out of the breeze below deck where our saloon offers comfortable seating, with drinks at the bar and freshly made coffee. Fares: Blairmore (2 hrs) Adult 16 Child * 8 Family ** 43 Greenock (4 hrs picks up in Blairmore) Adult 20 Child * 10 Family ** 54 Greenock (3 hrs no pick up in Blairmore) Adult 18 Child * 9 Family ** 48 New for 2016 Fish & Ships 3 hrs or 4 hrs from Greenock We've teamed up with the Bistro at the Beacon Arts Centre, situated right beside our Greenock departure point to offer you a cruise and dine package! Join us for either a 3 or 4 hour Explore the Lochs cruise departing from Greenock followed by a delicious, traditional fish & chips with tartare sauce and mixed leaves in the Bistro. With stunning views over the Firth of Clyde this is the perfect way to round of your day! Greenock Departures: 20 April 27 September Tuesdays & Wednesdays Dunoon Departures: 20 April 27 September Wednesdays Only Greenock Departures: Tuesdays (3hr cruise) Greenock Depart 1330 Greenock Arrive 1630 Wednesdays (4hr cruise) Greenock Depart 1230 Greenock Arrive 1630 Blairmore Departures: Wednesdays (2hr cruise) Blairmore Depart 1330 Blairmore Arrive 1530 Departure Points Greenock, Victoria Harbour Blairmore : PA15 1HW : PA23 8TJ Fares: Explore the Lochs Cruise with Fish & Chips (3 hrs) 26 Explore the Lochs Cruise with Fish & Chips (4 hrs) 28 7

5 One of the wild wonders of Europe! An impressive, busy, working harbour that's home to some amazing wildlife including its very own "Urban Dolphins". Corporate Charter Packages A novel way to entertain clients, reward staff or form part of a teambuilding event. Join us for a harbour cruise, dolphin adventure or let us tailor a package for you. Dolphin Adventure 1 hr 30 mins A fantastic opportunity to see Aberdeen's Dolphins up close! Experience our Dolphin Education Centre complete with audio visual presentation and information room. Return Fares: Adult 25 Child * 12 Family ** 66 Harbour Cruise 45 mins Experience a different view of Aberdeen onboard our exciting and informative 45 minute cruise around Aberdeen Harbour featuring close up views of the many oil industry vessels in port. Return Fares: Adult 16 Child * 8 Family ** 44 Fish & Ships 45 mins Join us after work for a 45 minute harbour cruise complete with hot, fresh, fish and chips delivered to the boat from the famous Ashvale Restaurant. Return Fares: Adult Child * 13 Family ** 64 Early Morning Wildlife Photography Cruise 2.5 hrs Join us bright and early to catch the perfect light! Our local photography and wildlife expert will show you where and when to look for the very best images. Excellent opportunity to photograph Aberdeen s famous dolphins! Suitable for beginners to professionals, please bring your own equipment. Please note this cruise is weather dependant. Fares: Adult 60 NEW Audio Visual Dolphin Presentation Aberdeen Cruises Wildlife Photography Cruise 26 March, 16 April, 7 May All other Aberdeen Cruises April, May, June (to 21 st ), Sept., Oct. Saturday only 21 June 31 August Tuesday Sunday Easter Sailings 25, 26 March 8 10, April Wildlife Photography Cruise Depart Aberdeen Harbour 05:30 Return Aberdeen Harbour 08:00 Tuesday Saturday Dolphin Adventure 11:00 Harbour Cruise 13:00 Dolphin Adventure 13:30 Harbour Cruise 15:15 Dolphin Adventure 15:45 Fish & Ships 18:00 (not on Sundays) Please note that all Dolphin Adventure Cruises include 30 minutes to view the audio visual presentation and browse the information boards and a 1 hour cruise. Sunday Dolphin Adventure 10:30 Harbour Cruise 12:15 Dolphin Adventure 13:30 Departure Point Eurolink Pontoon, Fishmarket, Aberdeen Harbour : AB11 5NP please book at least 24 hours in advance 9

6 Our speciality sailing is a must do in the stunning coastal area, rich in wildlife, rugged sea cliffs and golden sands. An area of true natural beauty and home to a myriad of wildlife from Puffins to Whales. NEW for 2016 Southern Trench Whale & Puffin Adventure 4 hrs Departing from Fraserbrugh harbour this is an amazing opportunity to explore this exciting area. Keep your eyes peeled for porpoises, dolphins and even the mighty Minke Whale! Our afternoon sailing also includes a visit to the the Troup Head nature reserve. The high cliffs of Troup Head provide a spectacular setting for Scotland s only mainland gannet colony. There are also thousands of kittiwakes, guillemots and razorbills, along with several other species, including the ever popular puffins. East Grampian Cruises Southern Trench Whale & Puffin Adventure Saturday, 30 July Sunday, 31 July Saturday, 27 August Sunday, 28 August Aberdeen to Fraserbrugh Friday, 29 July Friday, 26 August Fraserbrugh to Aberdeen Monday, 1 August Monday, 29 August Spaces onboard this speciality sailing are limited so please book well in advance. Fares: Adult 60 Aberdeen to Fraserbrugh 5 hrs This one way, 5 hour sailing is a perfect opportunity to spot Dolphins, Whales and a myriad of seabirds. Ideal for photographers and anyone with an interest in marine wildlife. We will sail from Aberdeen to Fraserburgh on selected Fridays and Fraserbrugh to Aberdeen on selected Mondays (see selected dates). Please note this is a one way sailing. Fares: Adult 60 Southern Trench Whale & Puffin Adventure Please see our website for details of full itinerary Depart Fraserbrugh 09:00 Arrive Fraserbrugh 13:00 Does not include visit to Troup Head Depart Fraserbrugh 14:00 Arrive Fraserbrugh 18:00 Includes visit to Troup Head Aberdeen < > Fraserburgh (one way) Depart 10:00 Arrive 15:00 Departure Point Eurolink pontoon, Fishmarket, Aberdeen Harbour Fraserbrugh Harbour : AB11 5NP : AB34 9BR 11

7 Sail through the Great Glen along the world famous, stunning Caledonian Canal for an unforgettable experience of Scotland s mountains, lochs and glens. Themed Cruises Check our website for details of our geology, wildlife and whisky cruises! Canal Cruises 1 hr (one way), 3 hrs (round trip) Soak up the unique canal atmosphere and keep your eyes peeled for deer, otters and eagles. Navigate through working locks and bridges and marvel at historical landmarks and spectacular mountains. Cruises from Banavie, near Fort William Our cruises depart from the top lock at Neptune s Staircase in Banavie, near Fort William. Look out for the Moorings hotel and simply walk up alongside the canal where you will easily spot us. From Banavie it s possible to join the following cruises: 1 hr one way sailing from Banavie to Gairlochy 3 hr round trip sailing from Banavie, through Moy swing bridge, through the lock at Gairlochy, out onto Loch Lochy then returning to Banavie. Fares: Adult Child * Family ** 1 hr hrs Caledonian Canal Cruises May, June & September July & August Depart Banavie 10:00 Arrive Gairlochy 11:00 Sail through the lock onto Loch Lochy Arrive Banavie 13:00 Depart Banavie 13:30 Arrive Gairlochy 14:30 Sail through the lock onto Loch Lochy Arrive Banavie 16:30 Departure Points Banavie, nr Fort William, departs from top lock of Neptune s Staircase Saturday only Tuesday Saturday : PH33 7YL One Way Sailings Canal sailings are unique in that some of our sailings are one way. Our cycle and sail packages on the next page are the ideal solution Cycle & Sail Cruise one way then cycle back! More details on page 15 to get you back to base. Alternatively, there are buses that run between the departure points, these can be booked independently by calling Citylink on

8 Cycle & Sail An outdoor adventure for the entire family. Go at your own pace, soak up the scenery and experience all that the Great Glen has to offer. Cycle the Great Glen Way Exploring the Caledonian Canal by bike is the best way to experience the Great Glen and an ideal way to get your family active and outdoors. Our combination ticket will make the most of your time in this area, famous for its landscape, scenery and wildlife. We have partnered with two professional bike hire companies who will kit you out with the correct bikes and helmets. With kids bikes, tag-alongs and trailers we will make sure you are fully equipped for your adventure. Our team will also provide you with maps and information about the cycling area. ½ Day Experience This ticket includes a 1 hr, one way canal cruise followed by 2 hrs bike hire. Possible routes include a sailing from Banavie to Garilochy, cycling back to Banavie. This would take approximately 3 hours in total. Safe, flat cycle paths make this experience ideal for young families! With magnificent views of Ben Nevis our cycle packages are ideal for young families. Traffic free with no gradients! May, June & September Saturday only July & August Tuesday Saturday Depart Banavie 10:00 Arrive Gairlochy 11:00 Sail through the lock onto Loch Lochy Arrive Banavie 13:00 Depart Banavie 13:30 Arrive Gairlochy 14:30 Sail through the lock onto Loch Lochy Arrive Banavie 16:30 Departure Points Banavie, nr Fort William, departs from top lock of Neptune s Staircase : PH33 7YL Fares: Adult 23 Child * 15 Family ** 72 Full Day Experience Enjoy either a 1 hr one way cruise or our 3 hr return cruise then have the rest of the day to explore the area by bike! Fares: Adult 35 Child * Family ** 107 Book now at or call Don't Forget Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your cruise departs make your way to the Rockhopper hub at Banavie to pick up your bikes before boarding the boat. For morning half day hires, all bikes should be returned by 13:00. For both afternoon half day hires and full day hires, bikes should be returned by 16:30. / includes bike hire & cruise 15

9 Book online at: Please book prior to day of travel. You may purchase tickets onboard the vessel, although booking in advance is highly recommended. Tickets valid on day of purchase only. Reduced mobility passengers should enquire in advance by calling Clyde Cruises on Conditions: All tickets issued subject to Conditions of Carriage. All sailings subject to weather and circumstances permitting. Schedule and route may be altered due to harbour/canal movements. Substitute vessel may be used at any time, our fleet of vessels regularly rotate due to service requirements. / clydecruises Clyde Cruises Victoria Harbour Greenock; PA15 1HW Tel: info@clydecruises.com Design: innovivid.co.uk All images Clyde Cruises except: pg 9 Clyde Cruises / G.Scales pg 18 Clyde Cruises / M.Hagdorn Creative Commons Attribution 2.0