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Explore the enchanting cultural wonders of the United Kingdom with Adventure Life's 26 meticulously designed tours for 2025. Join us on a journey through legendary history and wild nature, where you can visit Bronze Age burial sites, lush gardens like Tresco Abbey Garden, and birdwatch in Rathlin. Discover medieval abbey ruins, hike in the Cuillin Hills, and explore ancient standing stones in Scotland's Highlands and Islands. Cruise through Scotland's Lochs, visit historic castles like Cawdor and Eilean Donan, and experience the beauty of Glencoe. Embark on a Northern Lights Expedition Cruise from Dover to explore the Arctic Circle and witness the magical phenomenon. Throughout your travels, savor the rich heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and diverse wildlife of the United Kingdom. With prices beginning at $4,899 to $84,000, start your cultural adventure and contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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The ancient standing stone of Clava Cairns.
from $9,678
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Scotland's Highlands and Islands

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Lord of the Glens
  • Sail through Loch Ness
  • Visit medieval abbey ruins
  • Hike in spectacular Cuillin Hills
  • Discover ancient standing stones
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Inverness / Kyle of Lochalsh
Activities
Biking, Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
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.
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Seabirds flying over dramatic ocean island cliffs St Kilda
from $13,595
EBD
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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Edinburgh’s historic sites
  • Discover Troon’s charming coast
  • Marvel at Orkney’s ancient wonders
  • Visit St Kilda’s seabird colonies
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Edinburgh / Aberdeen
Activities
Whale Watching, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Edinburgh to Aberdeen aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Scotland's untamed islands. Discover the ancient Hebrides and lush Orkney Islands, encounter wildlife along scenic coastlines, and experience local culture in charming villages while enjoying Scotland's renowned whisky.
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Eilan Donan Castle
from $6,550
NO SS
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Classic Cruise – Scotland

Banavie - Muirtown - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Spirit of Scotland
  • Explore Dalwhinnie Distillery
  • Admire iconic Eilean Donan Castle
  • Stroll scenic Loch Oich
  • Pass beneath Urquhart Castle
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Banavie / Muirtown
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 7-day cruise from Banavie to Muirtown on the Spirit of Scotland, featuring a champagne welcome and visits to Caledonian highlights like Dalwhinnie Distillery, Eilean Donan Castle, and Culloden Moor. Enjoy excursions with cultural landmarks, wildlife encounters, and whisky tastings along the scenic journey.
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Broch of Mousa, Scotland
from $5,995
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Best of British Isles

Portsmouth - Edinburgh - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Tresco's exotic gardens
  • Tour Dunmore East's lush estates
  • Visit Saltee's famed bird haven
  • Stroll Kirkwall's historic streets
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Portsmouth / Leith
Activities
Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Portsmouth and exploring the Scilly Isles, Ireland's scenic coast, Wales' Snowdonia, and Northern Ireland's Giant's Causeway. Discover Scotland's Orkney sites and Fair Isle's seabirds, and finish in Edinburgh's lively port of Leith.
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Spirit of Scotland Ship
from $73,000
20% OFF
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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Scotland

Banavie - Muirtown - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Spirit of Scotland
  • Explore Dalwhinnie Distillery
  • Stroll scenic Loch Oich
  • Pass beneath Urquhart Castle
  • Admire iconic Eilean Donan Castle
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Banavie / Muirtown
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 7-day private cruise from Banavie to Muirtown on the Spirit of Scotland, featuring a champagne welcome and visits to Caledonian highlights like Dalwhinnie Distillery, Eilean Donan Castle, and Culloden Moor. Enjoy excursions with cultural landmarks, wildlife encounters, and whisky tastings along the scenic journey.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $12,745
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Ancient Isles: England, Ireland and Scotland

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Celtic and Viking culture
  • Sail around Skellig Michael
  • Zodiac cruise in Scotland
  • Visit giant seabird colonies
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Windsor / Edinburgh
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Portsmouth to Edinburgh aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Britain's, Ireland's, and Scotland's lesser-known wonders. Discover ancient megaliths, mysterious sea caves, historic dockyards, and lush botanical gardens.
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Adventures in Europe. Scottish marine band
from $6,090
10% OFF
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Classic Cruise – Scotland

Muirtown - Banavie - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Scottish Highlander
  • Stroll Muirtown sea lock
  • Tour Cawdor Castle and gardens
  • Visit Culloden Moor
  • Explore Clava Cairns
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Muirtown / Banavie
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 7-day cruise on the Scottish Highlander through Scotland's stunning Caledonian Canal, exploring sites like Loch Ness, Cawdor Castle, and Eilean Donan Castle. Experience guided tours, whisky tastings, and scenic walks, concluding your journey in Banavie with transportation back to Inverness.
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View the colorful houses of Bergen
from $7,550
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
  • Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
  • Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
  • Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders
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Glasgow / Bergen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to discover Scotland's rugged isles and Norway's stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, Orkney's ancient Standing Stones, Shetland's Jarlshof, Olden's Briksdal Glacier, the Flam Railway, and Bergen's historic Bryggen Wharf.
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A market in Bryggen, Bergen, Norway
from $8,590
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
  • Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
  • Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
  • Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders
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Glasgow / Bergen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse to explore Scotland’s rugged isles and Norway’s stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, the Briksdal Glacier, and UNESCO sites like Orkney’s Standing Stones and Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf.
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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
from $7,150
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The Hebrides Archipelago, a Journey Deep into the Heart of the Wilderness

Dublin - Glasgow, Scotland - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore the Trinity College Library
  • View Giant’s Causeway
  • Discover Iona’s abbey
  • Watch puffins and seals
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Dublin / Glasgow
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 10-day cruise exploring the Hebrides Archipelago from Dublin to Glasgow aboard Le Laperouse. Stroll through Portrush & marvel at the Giant’s Causeway, then to Rathlin Island, home to seabird colonies & the upside-down lighthouse. Glide into Loch Scavaig, ringed by the misty Cuillin Hills, & pause in Canna, the “garden of the Hebrides.”
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Colors of Copenhagen, Denmark
from $10,700
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Copenhagen to Southampton

13 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Dawn
  • Explore Copenhagen by bike
  • Tour Skara Brae
  • Spot puffins and seabirds
  • Visit Titanic Museum and Peace Wall
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Copenhagen / Falmouth
Activities
Spa Relaxation, Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail from Copenhagen to Southampton on this 13-day Silver Dawn cruise. Explore Skagen’s dune landscapes and vibrant port, then unwind during a serene day at sea. Continue to Scotland’s Shetland and Orkney Islands, where Iron Age towers, Viking history, and windswept cliffs await.
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Explore the island of Guernsey
from $8,795
EBD
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A D Day Commemoration

London to Paris - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Witness D-Day’s lasting legacy
  • Sail the English Channel
  • Wander medieval Saint-Malo streets
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London / Paris
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Walk through history across London, Portsmouth, Normandy, Saint-Malo, and Guernsey. Visit iconic World War II landmarks, museums, and memorials on this unforgettable D-Day-inspired journey aboard Douglas Mawson.
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Visit charming Portree
from $9,474
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage - with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen - Glasgow, Scotland - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore Bergen’s vibrant streets
  • Discover Flam’s stunning landscapes
  • Visit Olden’s turquoise lakes
  • Stroll Lerwick’s charming alleys
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Bergen / Glasgow
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the Norwegian fjords and Scottish Isles on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, featuring highlights like the Flam Railway, Briksdal Glacier, and ancient Jarlshof. Explore iconic sites, from Orkney’s Standing Stones to Eilean Donan Castle, before ending in Glasgow.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $10,770
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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow, Scotland - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Tour Titanic Belfast
  • Witness seabird colonies on Suduroy
  • Discover Iceland’s fjord town Djupi
  • Visit Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the beauty of Europe’s wild west coast on this 12-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavik aboard the Le Laperouse. Journey through historic cities and picturesque landscapes, blending rich cultural experiences with natural scenery. Explore Belfast’s Titanic history, visit Lerwick, and witness the wildlife-rich cliffs of the Faroe Islands.
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Colorful port of Bergen
from $5,410
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords

Bergen - Glasgow - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Discover Glasgow’s vibrant arts
  • Stroll Kirkwall’s medieval streets
  • Admire Fort William’s scenery
  • Experience Hebrides’ rugged beauty
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Bergen / Glasgow
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise on Le Laperouse, exploring Scotland and Norway's Celtic and Viking heritage. Discover stunning landscapes, ancient sites, and breathtaking wonders from Bergen to Glasgow, including the Orkney Islands and Isle of Skye.
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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
from $7,150
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Celtic Secrets & Landscapes

Glasgow to Dublin - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Tobermory’s streets
  • Visit ancient Kilmartin Glen
  • Discover Donegal’s landscapes
  • Kiss the legendary Blarney Stone
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Glasgow / Dublin
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a scenic 10-day cruise through Scotland and Ireland aboard Le Laperouse. Explore vibrant cities, historic landmarks, and beautiful landscapes.
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Portsmouth, New Hampshire
from $6,195
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From Portugal to Portsmouth - The Wild West Coast of Europe

Lisbon to Portsmouth - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Porto’s ancient charm
  • Visit A Coruña’s lighthouse
  • Cross the Bay of Biscay
  • Tour medieval Concarneau
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Lisbon / Portsmouth
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise from Lisbon to Portsmouth aboard the Ocean Albatros, uncovering some of Europe’s captivating coastal destinations. Discover the historic charm of Porto, the beauty of Galicia, and the medieval allure of Concarneau. Wander through the streets of A Coruña, explore the Scilly Isles, and experience the coastal charm of Fowey.
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Visit Neolithic sites of the Orkney islands
from $5,399
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Iceland to the North Sea

Reykjavik to Dublin - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Marvel at Belfast
  • Discover wonders of Tórshavn
  • Marvel at the Stornoway
  • Explore Isafjörður
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Reykjavik / Dublin
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day Reykjavik to Dublin aboard World Traveller. Discover the enchanting wonders of Iceland, Denmark, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Ireland on an unforgettable journey.
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