Shore Excursions in Scotland

Explore the Scottish highlands without the hassle of planning on a private tour with hassle-free, round-trip transport from the Invergordon cruise port. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides little-known anecdotes about the area's top landmarks, from Cawdor Castle to Loch Ness. Unlike most inflexible large-group tours, a private tour ensures your guide's full attention and a personal, tailored experience.

Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond are two of Scotland's most visited attractions, and exploring on a private tour ensures the undivided attention of your guide. On this full-day shore excursion from Greenock, admire the magnificent Stirling Castle; visit Doune Castle, a filming location for Outlander; then soak up the scenery in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.

Experience the grandeur of Scotland's brooding capital with a full-day shore excursion of Edinburgh. With an expert guide, journey by coach to the city's main attractions such as the formidable Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and the Royal Yacht Britannia, owned by the British Royal Family for more than four decades! Accompany your local guide on a stroll along the Royal Mile and through Old Town, the city's oldest quarter strewn with historic landmarks.

Maximize time in Edinburgh with a private full-day shore excursion including pick-up at the cruise terminal. Explore the Old Town on foot, hearing stories from your local guide as you see the Royal Mile. Visit the 15th century Rosslyn Chapel and taste traditional Scottish fare in a historic pub before heading to Edinburgh Castle for reserved seating to see the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Inveraray Castle and Loch Lomond are two of Scotland's most photographed landmarks, and exploring on a private tour ensures the undivided attention of your guide. On this full-day shore excursion from Greenock, soak up the scenery in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, journey through Glen Croe along the famous 'Rest and Be Thankful' pass, then visit the magnificent Inveraray Castle.

Avoid the stress of planning on a small group tour to St. Andrews, with convenient round-trip transport from the South Queensferry port. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides background information on an in-depth walking tour of the oldest golf course in the world. The day's itinerary includes plenty of free time to explore at your own pace, grab lunch (own expense), and visit the Cathedral ruins.

Savor your time in port with a shore excursion around Scotland's capital city and visit to 15th-century Rosslyn Chapel. Travel via VIP minibus through Edinburgh's medieval Old Town, filled with cobbled alleyways that are bursting with legends and stories. Learn about the city's intriguing history while journeying past the Palace of Holyroodhouse, touring the Royal Mile and exploring its Georgian-style New Town. Then pay a visit to Rosslyn Chapel, which played a key role in the 2003 novel The Da Vinci Code and the 2006 film of the same name.

Ideal for travelers with limited time, this 9-hour shore excursion showcases Scottish culture at its best. Head to Kingsbarns Distillery for a private tour and whiskey tasting session; discover the cathedral ruins and quaint shops of St. Andrews; and, take a walking tour of the Old Course, the oldest and arguably most famous golf course in the world. Enjoy a mix of free time and guided tours on this small-group tour, limited to eight people. Port pickup and drop-off in Dunfermilne are included.

Make the best of your time in port with a full-day shore excursion from Glasgow through Scotland's dramatic countryside. Aboard a comfortable coach, wind through the Scottish Highlands to Doune Castle and the famous Stirling Castle, coronation place of Mary, Queen of Scots. Hear about legendary warfare that rattled the region, then continue on to Trossachs National Park for a stop at the charming village of Aberfoyle and Loch Lomond.

Embark on this exciting distillery and St. Andrews tour with a pick up from your cruise ship, and enjoy a tasting of fine local spirits at the Kingsbarns Distillery and a walk of the hallowed fairways on the Old Course at St. Andrews.Also free time in St Andrews