Edinburgh · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
10 reviewed
The good cruises & boat tours fill up fast, and the best fill first. Ranked below are the 10 standouts, with current prices and what sets each one apart, so you can book before the dates go.
Edinburgh to the Highlands in a 16-seat Mercedes: Glencoe, Loch Ness cruise with sonar, Cairngorms views, and Forth Rail Bridge on return.
“We have a wonderful tour with Shea who gave lots of history and local flavor mixed in. She made excellent recommendations.”
Visit the Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh. See five decks, hear stories in 36 languages, and stop for tea on the water.
“It was our second visit.There is lots to see. Staff very informative. A lovely few hours elevators to get to the start. Audio guides available.”
From Edinburgh, see Loch Ness, Glencoe, and Ben Nevis on a small-group day trip with a Loch Ness cruise and top views.
“Absolutely incredible guide (Kieran) had us laughing all day whilst weaving in interesting Scottish history and finding us the perfect picture spots. Awesome day!”
Cruise from South Queensferry to Inchcolm Island for close UNESCO Forth Bridge views, seals, puffins, and calm harbor history.
“Saw some seals sunbathing on a buoy. Lots of information given. Beautiful views of all the bridges. Nice trip”
A 90-minute Firth of Forth cruise from South Queensferry for close-up views of the Forth Bridge, Inchcolm Island, and wildlife spotting.
“This boat ride was an excellent way to see a bit more of the region outside of Edinburgh. Very informative professional and comfortable. I would highly recommend it to anyone seeking something to do for an afternoon outside the city.”
Small-group Highlands day from Edinburgh to Loch Ness and Glencoe, with waterfall walk and whisky dram. Optional Loch Ness cruise.
“Great trip. Long day - but goes past quickly with frequent stops. Interesting information about highlands”
Glass-bottom boat to Great Keppel Island from Yeppoon with return ferry and time on 17 beaches. Reef views without snorkel time.
“The guid was very good at explaining all about the tour, think our guide was called Talia .”
See Edinburgh’s Royal Yacht Britannia, Holyroodhouse, and Edinburgh Castle on a timed cruise-day tour with pickup and guide narration. Tickets extra.
“Our guide was very good and it was most important that the tour picked us up at the cruise port, not in Edinburgh. It is important to note that the two main attractions, the Royal Yacht Britannia and the castle, are both on your own.”
90-minute Firth of Forth cruise from South Queensferry for Three Bridges views, Blackness Castle stories, and wildlife spotting.
“Pleasant trip & interesting information throughout. Small bar area for refreshments & courteous staff. Helpful staff to board & leave boat.”
Yeppoon fast-boat tour to Keppel Islands with snorkel gear, SUP, beach lunch picnic, and wildlife spotting. 6 hours, $123.
“The skipper and his 2 deckhands/crew were amazing, super friendly, accommodating nothing was too much trouble. Lunch and morning tea was a nice touch and catered to various dietary needs. It was well worth the money and both my Dad and I would do it again in a heartbeat. Very informative with different beaches we stopped at or went past. An awesome day out on the water. Thanks heaps guys and big ups to running a well oiled ship”
