Top Scotland Tours & Cruises in 2023

On a voyage aboard the new National Geographic Resolution, sail across the North Sea in the wake of legendary explorers and seafarers, traveling from Norway’s breathtaking fjords and snow-dusted mountains to Scotland’s rolling green hills and ancient ruins. Glide beneath the dramatic …

The only expedition of its kind, explore Scotland as few people have on an encompassing and enchanting Scotland voyage. Walk among ancient stone monuments, weave your way through ruins of fantastic castles, and stroll through a sacred abbey. Learn the legacy of 1,300-year-old clans and visit the …

June is an ideal month to visit Scotland, with birds breeding well underway, there are plenty of opportunities for avian enthusiasts. Photographers are in their glory amid the gorgeous scenery and small-group tutorials can help shutterbugs capture the experience at its finest. Board the Ocean …

Discover the beauty of Scotland on a 7-day getaway cruise aboard the cozy barge hotel Scottish Highlander. Explore the mysterious battlefield in Glencoe, famed for one of the darkest days in Scottish history. Tour Cawdor Castle and gardens, a setting that is forever immortalized in …

Travel to some of the most remote islands on the planet, where only a small number of adventurers have ever left their footprints. This 14-day sailing expedition on Ocean Adventurer shows you the region’s rugged beauty and whaling and Viking history, visiting the awe-inspiring and unspoiled …

Sail beneath the midnight sun, overseas steeped in Norse mythology, and along the route of the boldest Vikings who ventured west. Meet the welcoming islanders who call the scenic Faroes home—Danes by nationality and Viking by blood. See the graves of their Viking ancestors and explore their …

Walk through Stone Age village ruins 5,000-years-old, Zodiac cruise around the stunning island of Staffa, and hoist a pint or two with spirited natives in cozy pubs throughout the land. You’ll explore ancient sites in moody landscapes to learn about culture and history in lands that have been …

This 11-day expedition cruise charts a course unlike any other on Earth, from the costaline of Scotland, through the cliffs of the Faroe Islands, to the volcanic plains of Iceland. Explore ancient Neolithic ruins on rugged Celtic islands, and sail into the sagas of Norse explorers bound for …

Discover the beauty of Scotland on a 7-day getaway cruise aboard the elegant barge hotel Spirit of Scotland. Take an evening stroll at Banavie before the start of the tour. Cruise along Lochs Lochy, Oich and the famous Loch Ness and perhaps a chance to see "Nessie". Take a stop at one of …

Discover the archaeological sites and untamed scenery of three Scottish Isles—Shetlands, Orkneys, and the Inner Hebrides—on this 9-day cruise aboard the brand-new National Geographic Resolution. Visit the "upside-down" Rathlin West Light, which was constructed between 1912 and …

Experience how different and beautiful two countries can be on this journey through Scotland, and Iceland on this 11-day expedition aboard Silver Cloud. Sail from Ireland’s capital to Iceland’s capital, Dublin to Reykjavik, with stops in Scotland. The voyage starts with Portrush, Lock …

Enjoy an incredible experience of Celtic lands, including the Shetland Islands, Orkney Islands, and Hebrides Islands. The 8-day itinerary includes stops at Lerwick, known for the ruins of Scalloway Castle, Stromness with its Viking history, Stornoway, Ullapool with its picturesque fishing port, …

Enjoy an incredible experience of Celtic lands and history on this 8-day cruise fromGlasgowtoEdinburgh. Explore the Hebrides Islands, Orkney Islands, and Shetland Islands. The itinerary includes visits to Fort William, the Isle of Skye, Stornoway, Kirkwall, and Lerwick, with highlights such as …

Set sail from the south of England to the most northerly region of Scotland – covering a vast area in between. A true British Isles journey, visiting England, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man, Republic of Ireland, Scotland and the Hebrides, head for remote destinations which will …

Seesome of the highest cliffs in Europeand discover unique flora and fauna. Blessed with fine weather, cruise around The Skellig Islands that includes a 6th century beehive hut monastery – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a large colony of puffins and gannets.In Scotland’s equally wild …

Enjoy an incredible experience of Celtic lands and history on this 8-day cruise fromGlasgowtoEdinburgh. Explore Glasgow, Scotland's cultural capital, with its rich artistic and architectural heritage. Set sail forthe Hebrides archipelagowith a stop in Tobermory, a charming fishing port with …

Embark on a whale safari from the Scottish Islands to Spitsbergen. The Scottish waters offer excellent possibilities to spot Minke Whale, White-beaked Dolphin and Harbour Porpoise. Several other cetaceans, including Orca (Killer Whale), are also native to these waters. This unforgettable Arctic …

Begin your voyage in London, the economic and cultural heart of the country. Continue along to Dover, known for its famous and impressive white cliffs, which have inspired many a poet and playwright. Visitthe Isles of Scilly, where everything resembles a tropical paradise. Le Dumont-d’Urville …