Top 15 Cruises & Boat Tours in Scotland

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Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise

1.Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,022 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $84Our pick

See Loch Lomond, Glencoe, and Loch Ness from Edinburgh on a small-group day tour, with a sonar Nessie cruise included.

“It was a unique experience. We were amazed by the beauty of nature. Please note that it is an approximately 12-hour experience, and most of the time is spent traveling by bus. Fortunately for us, our tour guide made it pleasant with important information and explanations, as well as local music that fit the tour perfectly. I would definitely recommend it.”

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Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

2.Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,384 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) Top rated

Inverness day tour with Loch Ness cruise, Urquhart Castle, Beauly Priory Outlander stops, Culloden, and Clava Cairns in one long day.

“Tour guide was very good. Excellent tour which enabled my adult daughter and I to see more than we would have on our own.”

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Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise

3.Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,211 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $83

Small-group Highlands day tour from Glasgow with a Loch Ness cruise. Glencoe, Fort William, Cairngorms views, and a monster-chase chance.

“James M. The driver was excellent, and went above and beyond. Very knowledgeable about history of Scotland. Scenery beautiful. Bus comfortable and tour of Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Loch Ness and Pitlochry spectacular. The added meet and greet with the highland coos was great😊”

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Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

4.Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,158 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $42

2-hour Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal cruise from Dochgarroch Lock with live commentary, sonar Nessie alerts, and Urquhart Castle views.

“A little bit choatic at the beginning as customers weren’t sure where to go to get their tickets purchased online. Once on board a very pleasant and enjoyable cruise. Great hot chocolate!”

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Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views

5.Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,102 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $30

1-hour Loch Ness cruise from Clansman Harbour, with indoor deck, Nessie sonar, Urquhart Castle views, and free onboard Wi-Fi.

“Short and quick just how we wanted it. Very informative and fun. Friendly crew and on board snake and drinks.”

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Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

6.Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 572 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $78

A 4-hour Loch Ness coach day from Inverness with a Loch cruise, Urquhart Castle ruins, and the Loch Ness Centre, plus tickets and a guide.

“We had a great time on this tour! Our driver was Linda and she was awesome. The boat ride was beautiful and walking around the castle was enjoyable. All that and you still have half the day available? Sign me up!”

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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow

7.Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 566 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $98

Small-group day trip from Glasgow to Stirling Castle and a 1-hour Loch Lomond cruise, with tickets reserved and expert stories.

“The tour was very interesting and I was able to see what I wanted. Just the right size of group and not to large. Nick was a great driver and kept us entertained and was very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend this one. It was also very convenient that we met at the bus station and the bus was listed on on the bus display board inside the terminal.”

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Edinburgh Three Bridges Cruise

8.Edinburgh Three Bridges Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 442 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Edinburgh Three Bridges Cruise from South Queensferry, with seals and puffins, plus optional Inchcolm Island time and close Forth Bridge views.

“It was a beautiful experience and we saw life dolphin We were told the history of trasure island Overall, it was a nice cruise”

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Fort William Seal Island Cruise

9.Fort William Seal Island Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 422 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $52

A 2-hour Fort William Loch Linnhe cruise to Seal Island, with Ben Nevis views and Canal history, guided by a talkative crew.

“We were particularly lucky to enjoy dry weather but the temperature was still quite cool. Added to the sea breeze we needed to ensure we were well wrapped up. I would suggest a woollen hat to wear and a pair of gloves. We saw some seals which was fabulous and the crew were wonderful. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and highly recommend it.”

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Loch Ness Cruise Including Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness Centre

10.Loch Ness Cruise Including Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness Centre

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 247 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $111

Loch Ness cruise from Inverness with Urquhart Castle ruins and the Loch Ness Centre. Coach, admissions, and expert guide.

“Great tour -- guide was knowledgeable and fun, boat ride was wonderful, and the castle/visitor center was amazing. My only quibble was that there was not enough time to explore the castle completely.”

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Stunning 90-Minute Firth of Forth Sightseeing Cruise Adventure

11.Stunning 90-Minute Firth of Forth Sightseeing Cruise Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 237 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Best value

90-minute cruise from Queensferry for close views of the Forth Bridge, Inchcolm Abbey, and wildlife like seals, with onboard bar.

“The firth of forth has a special place in my heart as my father grew up right by the rail bridge as it was the only one then so it was a definite trip for me. It was great to hear about the history of the bridges and the little islands around it my daughter especially like Inch Gnome.”

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Boat Seafari Adventure

12.Boat Seafari Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 192 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $52

Dundee Tay Estuary speedboat with live commentary. Spot dolphins and grey seals in a small group on a 1 hour ride for $52.78.

“At the dock today, there was no boat, no reception staff, no notice of cancellation, and no reply to the online contact with the organizer. What do you think my mood should be?”

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Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour – Edinburgh

13.Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour – Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $90

Loch Ness, Glencoe, and whisky tasting from Edinburgh on a small-group 12-hour day trip, with optional Loch Ness cruise.

“This is a great tour. Very interesting and funny! However, I would’ve liked a little more time at the whiskey tasting! You got to see everything, and more than expected!”

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Gaskan cruise – Golden Eagles!

14.Gaskan cruise – Golden Eagles!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Gaskan Cruise Golden Eagles pairs Glenfinnan Viaduct sights with a Loch Shiel boat cruise, aiming for golden eagles and wildlife.

“Looking forward to it but sadly the boat broke down. I know these things happen but very disappointed. As we had almost got to the jetty.”

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Glenaladale Cruise – Great for wizard spotting!

15.Glenaladale Cruise – Great for wizard spotting!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $41

Cruise Loch Shiel for Glenfinnan Viaduct views, Harry Potter filming spots, wildlife, and historic stops, in about two hours.

“Great crew with Ali and Stewart. Spectacular scenery. The steam train across the Viaduct was a bit distant but well worth it to avoid the crazy crowds at the Viaduct carpark. We had a cold windy day on the loch but blankets were provided as well as binoculars. Ali and Stewart pointed out the Harry Potter filming spots. Bonus mini bar. The Glenfinnan House Hotel was lovely for lunch afterwards.”

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