10 Best Scotland Cruises & Tours for 2022-2023

Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands

Prepare your binoculars and cameras to capture the stunning scenery of the nature and wildlife in both Norway and Scotland.This 8-day adventure aboard National Geographic Endurance truly brings out the best of the Arctic.

Wild Scotland

Staffa to Aberdeen
12 Days from $9,495

From Oban to Aberdeen, partake on this 1-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer exploring the wild islands of Scotland. Visit picturesque villages, haunted castles that once were a stronghold of the Scottish clans. Birders will delight in Europe’s largest sea bird colonies and the Orkney Islands.

Ring of Brodgar is a unique stone circle in Scotland.

Scotland's Highlands and Islands

8 Days from $9,430

From Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh, explore the historic sites of Scotland on this week-long cruise on the Lord of the Glens. Lochs, castles, villages, pubs, and ancient ruins highlight this tour, which features inland visits like Loch Ness and Duart Castle as well as some time on the quaint & remote Scottish Isles of Eigg or Rum, and Skye.

Discover the restored Iona Abbey, Scotland

Reykjavik to Dublin

Reykjavik to Dublin
13 Days from $10,989

Experience a magical expedition cruise sailing through Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland on this 13-day expedition aboard Silver Cloud. Visit historical infrastructures, wander around Torshavn, and observe wildlife as you sail and disembark at Reykjavik, Iceland.

Scotland Slowly

11 Days from $6,395

Explore Scotland's ancient past on this 11-day expedition cruise through Scotland's western and northern isles aboard Ocean Endeavor. In this land of abundant culture, heritage and natural history you'll discover islands that preserve some of the oldest monuments in Europe dating back to the Stone Age with visits to Glasgow & Shetland & Orkney Islands.

Adventures in Europe. Scottish marine band

European Classic Cruise - Scotland

7 Days from $4,590

Discover the beauty of Scotland on a 7-day getaway cruise aboard the cozy barge hotel Scottish Highlander. Explore the mystical waterways of Scotland and be amazed at its geographical beauty. See the beautiful stone castles of Scotland that the country is famous for.

Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

14 Days from $7,995

This 14-day Arctic expedition aboard Ocean Adventurer cruises across the North Atlantic to explore the awe-inspiring and unspoiled destinations of Fair Isle, the Faroe Islands, Jan Mayen, and Spitsbergen, where hardy wildlife populates dramatic landscapes.

Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.

Scotland, Jan Mayen & Svalbard

Scotland to Longyearbyen
16 Days from $12,395

Aboard the Greg Mortimer, this expedition cruise from Aberdeen, Scotland to Longyearbyen, Svalbard highlights the ancient human cultures that have settled here and the wildlife and landscapes that define the region. Stop in Grimsey, the Orkney Islands, the Faroe Archipelago, Westman Islands, and more.

Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands

Coastal Wonders of Norway, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Oslo to Reykjavik
16 Days from $22,470

Join National Geographic Resolution on this 16-day exploration across Norway, the Faroe Islands, and Iceland, visiting highlights including the Westman Islands, Tórshavn, Mykines, and Tromsø. Thundering waterfalls, majestic fjords, giant icebergs, and towering volcanoes form the backdrop for an active exploration.

Ancient Isles: England, Ireland, and Scotland

15 Days from $16,920

The National Geographic Explorer hosts this 14-day journey that visits Britain, Ireland, and Scotland. Discover the wild, rugged, seldom-seen islands of the west, as well as historic Portsmouth, and dramatic Iona and Skellig Michael. Along the way you will see archaeological sites, cozy villages, and impressive wildlife.

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5 Best Scotland Cruise Deals for 2022-2023

Trip Name	Save	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Scotland Slowly	15%	$6395	11	Jun 4, 2023	Explore Scotland's ancient past on this 11-day expedition cruise through Scotland's western and northern isles aboard Ocean Endeavor. In this land of … 0
North Atlantic Saga: Scotland, the Faroe Islands, and Iceland	15%	$4395	11	Jun 24, 2023	On this 11-day expedition aboard the Ocean Endeavour, cruise from the craggy coastline of Scotland, past the staggering cliffs of the Faroe Islands … 0
Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen	Savings	$7995	14	May 15, 2023	This 14-day Arctic expedition aboard Ocean Adventurer cruises across the North Atlantic to explore the awe-inspiring and unspoiled destinations of … 0
British Isles From Dover	Savings	$7846	15	Jun 27, 2022	This 15-day cruise of the British Islands aboard MS Maud sails roundtrip from Dover and visits Wales, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Isle of Man, … 0
British Isles	Savings	$6473	13	Aug 8, 2022	Join MS Maud on this 13-day cruise of the British Isles, roundtrip from Dover. Visit picturesque villages and towns, explore isolated islands, and … 0

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10 Best Luxury Cruises of Scotland for 2022-2023

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Wild Scotland	$9495	12		From Oban to Aberdeen, partake on this 1-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer exploring the wild islands of Scotland. Visit picturesque … 0
Reykjavik to Dublin	$10989	13	Aug 15, 2022	Experience a magical expedition cruise sailing through Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland on this 13-day expedition aboard Silver Cloud. Visit … 0
Scotland, Jan Mayen & Svalbard	$12395	16	Jun 5, 2022	Aboard the Greg Mortimer, this expedition cruise from Aberdeen, Scotland to Longyearbyen, Svalbard highlights the ancient human cultures that have … 0
Coastal Wonders of Norway, the Faroe Islands and Iceland	$22470	16	Jun 6, 2022	Join National Geographic Resolution on this 16-day exploration across Norway, the Faroe Islands, and Iceland, visiting highlights including the … 0
Dublin to Reykjavik expedition	$9200	13	Jun 15, 2023	Experience a magical expedition sailing through Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland on this 13-day expedition aboard Silver Cloud. Visit … 0
Longyearbyen to Dublin	$21600	27	Aug 1, 2022	Join the Silver Cloud on a magnificent 27-day sailing expedition exploring Svalbard, an Arctic territory full of life and color defined by the … 0
Hamburg to London (Greenwich)	$7650	15	Jun 1, 2022	Board Silver Whisper on this 15-day expedition through Northern Europe that begins in Hamburg and disembarks in metropolitan London. Discover the … 0
Southampton to Tromsø	$11250	14	Jun 1, 2022	Breeze through the British Isles and cruise to Norway on this 14-day expedition aboard Silver Wind. Starting in Southampton, your luxury cruise of … 0
Tromso to Reykjavik	$9900	15	Aug 10, 2022	Journey to Svalbard and Iceland to see isolated islands, remote landscapes, glaciers, and to look for polar bears, walruses, and musk oxen. Aboard … 0
Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage - with Smithsonian Journeys	$5860	8	Jun 10, 2022	Come aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville for an 8-day cruise with Smithsonian Journeys experts to discover the beauty of the Norwegian fjords and the rugged … 0

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Scotland Cruising Guide & Travel Tips

View abundant wildlife on your small ship cruise

Scotland Cruise to Mousa Island

Explore the island’s ancient stone tower, and the terrific marine birds and mammals that call this region home. Mousa Island is increasingly becoming a popular stop for travelers enjoying a Scotland cruise.

Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands

Migulay and Berneray Scottish Isles

Mingulay Island is the largest of the Bishop’s Isles in Scotland. Just south of this isle is Berneray. Both islands do not have human habitants, but instead are home to lush countryside and hundreds of species of marine birds. Discover more about the M

Flannan Islands Discovery on a Scotland Cruise

The Flannan Islands are known for their rocky shorelines and legendary mystery. The islands’ natural beauty attracts a variety of birds, and unique marine life can be found in the surrounding waters.

Best Scotland Cruise Lines for 2022-2023

Silversea Cruises - offers Millennium Class ships Silver Whisper and sister ship Silver Shadow that invite you to enjoy world-class accommodations, shipboard conviviality, and warm, individualized service, paired with the enhanced spaces and amenities of a larger ship. Discover the prismatic beauty of Scotland, with its rolling moors, silent fjords, towering mountains, and dense emerald forests.
Ponant - has voyages that include transfers to and from the ship, talks and discussions aboard ship by world-class Smithsonian Journey experts, and a shore excursion or activity in each port of call that encourages guests to embrace the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells of the local environment and culture. Board Le Dumont-d'Urville on an exceptional itinerary to discover the beauty of the Norwegian fjords and the rugged landscapes of the Scottish Isles.
Lindblad Expeditions - has garnered numerous awards for its commitment to environmental stewardship, conservation, and geographic education. Discover Scotland's grand castles, lyrical moorlands, mysterious lochs, sacred abbeys, and sweeping mountains on the National Geographic Endurance.
European Waterways - have specialized in creating luxury barge holidays for over 40 years on some of the most beautiful waterways in Europe. Cruise sedately through the Great Glen between Inverness and Fort William, navigating beautiful lochs and the Caledonian Canal's engineering masterpiece aboard the eight-passenger hotel barge Scottish Highlander.
Aurora Expeditions - aim to take small groups of travelers on voyages of discovery to regions that inspired them, thereby creating lifelong ambassadors for preserving and protecting these sacred places. Explore the wild isles of Scotland, from the windswept Hebrides, inhabited for over 8,000 years, to the verdant Orkney Islands, where ancient Neolithic and Viking sites conjure images of civilizations long gone aboard the 132 passengers Greg Mortimer.
Poseidon Expeditions - is a leading operator of polar expeditions in the cruise industry. Since 1999, they have offered voyages to the Arctic, Antarctica, and the North Pole that combines the spirit of adventure with a generous measure of onboard comfort and well-being. In Scotland, explore early Christian history on the peaceful Isle of Iona, magnificent archeological sites in the Orkney Islands, and exciting birdlife on Shetland’s beautiful Fair Isle aboard the Sea Spirit.