Princess Anne joins Hebridean Princess anniversary celebration

The 48-passenger cruise ship was launched on March 12, 1964 at the Hall Russell yard in Aberdeen, when it was called Columba. 

After extensive works, the vessel was renamed Hebridean Princess in 1989.

35 years of luxury 

‘We were delighted to welcome Her Rotal Highness The Princess Royal back on board Hebridean Princess to help us celebrate such a momentous occasion,’ said Hebridean Island Cruises MD Ken Charleson. 

‘Since 1989, Hebridean Princess has established herself as the epitome of luxury, small-ship Scottish cruising, earning an enviable reputation for her renowned level of service and attention to detail.’ 

He added, ‘It is testament to her design and build quality that Hebridean Princess is still sailing the waters for which she was designed and built. After 35 years of luxury cruising, Hebridean Princess has outlived MV Columba.’

Royal Warrant

Hebridean Princess is the only cruise ship to have received a Royal Warrant. It operates all-inclusive, luxury cruises around the Highland and Islands of Scotland from March to November, departing mainly from Oban.