Scotland · BOAT TOURS IN EDINBURGH
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 boat tours in Edinburgh worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Edinburgh to Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands in a small group, with a Loch Ness cruise, Glencoe stops, and a Nessie sonar search.
“Jim was our tour guide and we couldn’t have been any luckier. He was so informative and funny. I learned so much from his tour and we got to see the most beautiful sites.”
Cruise from Edinburgh to Inchcolm Island for close Three Bridges views, UNESCO Forth Bridge panoramas, and chances to spot seals and puffins.
“Interesting information and a lovely couple of hours on the water. We went as my husband was very interested in the bridges, recommend”
90-minute cruise from Queensferry for close Forth Bridge views, optional Inchcolm Abbey landing, and wildlife spotting from the top deck.
“The content of the recording was excellent for describing what we saw. Learned about history, animals, structures, North Sea oil, and the three bridges. Glad we went on the tour.”
One day from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glencoe, and whisky stops, with waterfalls, optional cruise, and small-group comfort.
“Nice day trip from Edinburgh. Nature walk was beautiful as was the countryside. Our guide was Richie and he was very informative and personable.”
Cruise-friendly Edinburgh shore day pairing Royal Yacht Britannia, a quick Holyroodhouse stop, and Edinburgh Castle, with guided narration and bus pickup.
“Excellent tour. Really good driver and guide (David & Adam). I would recommend them with no hesitation.”
A 90-minute boat cruise from South Queensferry past Blackness Castle and the Three Bridges, with history, wildlife, and great photo angles.
“Awesome trip. You can see beautiful places, wild animals and you can know scottish history. It was really pleasant to join in this. I recommend it to everyone!”
Puffin spotting by boat, Tantallon Castle time, and North Berwick free time on a small-group Edinburgh day trip.
“Tour guide, Mark, gave wonderful information on sites and Scotland culture and history. A fantastic tour. He had a great personality and the entire trip was excellent. We highly recommend this trip.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
