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Embark on a voyage through the North Atlantic with 18 exceptional whale-watching tours offered for 2026-2027. The United Kingdom's seas are a theater of natural wonders, where the majestic dance of whales can be witnessed in their aquatic habitat. Over the course of 8 to 17 days, adventurers will have the opportunity to explore the historic Orkney Islands, visit the charming Tórshavn in the Faroe Islands, and marvel at the grandeur of Scalloway Castle. The journey promises not just sightings of these gentle giants of the sea, but also a chance to experience the quaint harbour village of Gjogv, where the past whispers through the winds. With a starting point of $3,300, this is an invitation to witness the symphony of wildlife that the North Atlantic orchestrates. To set sail on a journey that harmonizes nature's spectacle with cultural richness, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Bronze Age Clava Cairn near Inverness, Scotland
from $11,500
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Scotland's Highlands and Islands

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Lord of the Glens
  • See Eilean Donan Castle
  • Discover Oban whisky town
  • Explore Clava Cairns stones
  • Cruise Caledonian Canal Scotland
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Inverness / Inverness
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Variable
Sail through Scotland’s Highlands on an 8-day cruise aboard Lord of the Glens. Cruise the Caledonian Canal, cross Loch Ness, and visit Culloden, Glenfinnan, Oban, Mull, Iona, and Skye. Explore castles, historic battlefields, remote villages, and coastal wildlife while navigating scenic lochs and canals.
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Kayaking in Scotland.
from $14,695
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
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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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Puffin, Fair Isle, Scotland
from $14,695
EBD
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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • 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
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Photography Seminars, Hiking, Snorkeling
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Variable
Experience the stunning landscapes of Scotland’s Wild Isles on a 12-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring Neolithic sites and Viking heritage. Enjoy wildlife watching, local culture, and a tasting of exceptional single malt whisky in charming coastal villages.
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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
from $11,995
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Scotland and Faroes: Isles and Wonders

Aberdeen - Troon/Glasgow - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Kirkwall’s historic sites
  • Watch Fair Isle seabirds
  • Discover Papa Stour caves
  • Tour Faroe Islands landscapes
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Aberdeen / Glasgow
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Variable
Discover Scotland and the Hebrides on a 13-day voyage from Aberdeen to Troon aboard Ocean Victory. Visit Kirkwall, Fair Isle, Foula, Papa Stour, the Faroe Islands, Stornoway, St. Kilda, Isle of Skye, Iona, Staffa, and Islay. Experience coastal villages, ancient monuments, wildlife, cultural heritage, nature, and maritime tradition.
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St. Peter Port harbor, lighthouse, and town, Guernsey, Channel Islands
from $10,500
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British Isles, Ireland & Scotland Expedition

Portsmouth to Glasgow - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Discoverer
  • Explore remote St Kilda
  • See the Giant's Causeway
  • Visit Iona's ancient church
  • Wander at car-free Sark
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London / Glasgow
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Variable
A 12-day expedition cruise aboard Heritage Discoverer, linking remote islands of England, Wales, Ireland, and Scotland. Visit UNESCO-listed St Kilda, cruise past the Giant's Causeway, and sample whisky on Islay. Fits travelers seeking lesser-visited corners of the British Isles via Zodiac landings, not big port stops.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $11,500
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Scotland's Highlands and Islands

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Lord of the Glens
  • Explore Eilean Donan Castle
  • Taste whisky in Tobermory
  • Visit Sacred Iona Island
  • Transit locks at Neptune’s Staircas
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Inverness / Inverness
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Citizen Science
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Scottish Highlands cruise aboard Lord of the Glens, exploring iconic lochs, historic castles, and sacred islands such as Iona. Discover charming towns like Oban and Tobermory through guided walks, whisky tastings, and wildlife encounters surrounded by Highland scenery.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $14,290
No SS
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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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Puffin, Fair Isle, Scotland
from $16,995
EBD
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Wild Scottish Isles & Norwegian Fjords

Aberdeen - Tromso - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Aberdeen’s cathedral
  • Tour Glen Garioch Distillery
  • Visit Papa Westray’s Knap of Howar
  • Experience Fair Isle’s seabirds
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Aberdeen / Tromso
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day voyage from Scotland to Norway aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring ancient sites in the Orkney and Shetland Islands, Viking routes, and stunning Lofoten peaks. Experience the Arctic Circle's midnight sun, seabird colonies, and breathtaking fjords while delving into the region’s maritime heritage.
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Gorgeous views of Seydisfjordur, Iceland
from $11,500
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Scotland, Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow to Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Discoverer
  • Explore Fingal's Cave on Staffa
  • Discover Viking-era Torshavn
  • Watch whales off Husavik
  • Visit Vigur's puffin colonies
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
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Whale Watching, Village Visits, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Explore Scotland, the Faroe Islands, and Iceland on a 13-day expedition aboard Heritage Discoverer. Visit Glasgow, Staffa, Iona, Lewis, Orkney, Shetland, Suduroy, Torshavn, Mykines, Seydisfjordur, Husavík, Vigur, Isafjordur, and Reykjavík. Take Zodiac cruises, spot puffins and whales, explore ancient monuments, and discover volcanic landscapes.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $11,280
No SS
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From Scotland to Spitsbergen

Glasgow to Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Walk Glasgow's historic center
  • View Callanish standing stones
  • See Tromso Arctic Cathedral
  • Spot belugas near Spitsbergen
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
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Urban Exploration
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Variable
Sail from Glasgow to Longyearbyen on a 14-day Arctic expedition aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Scottish Isles, Viking-era ruins, Arctic fjords, and glacial landscapes. Visit Iona, Callanish, Mousa, Tromso, and Spitsbergen. Observe seabirds, seals, and whales while navigating Norway’s Trollfjorden and remote polar waters.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $10,110
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From Scotland to Spitsbergen

Glasgow to Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore historic Glasgow landmarks
  • Visit sacred Iona Abbey
  • Discover ancient Callanish Stones
  • Experience Spitsbergen's Arctic wil
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Sail on a 14-day voyage from Glasgow, Scotland, to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, aboard Le Lyrial. Discover Iona Abbey, the Callanish Stones, Mousa Broch, Norway's Lofoten Islands, Tromsø, Bear Island, and the dramatic fjords and glaciers of southwest Spitsbergen while enjoying enriching days at sea.
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Mysterious Spitsbergen scenery
from $3,300
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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Aberdeen’s Granite City
  • Discover Fair Isle seabirds
  • Witness Mt. Beerenberg
  • Search for Spitsbergen’s wildlife
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Aberdeen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, spotting orcas and exploring Fair Isle's seabird colonies and grey seals. Continue to Jan Mayen and search for polar bears and whales near the sea ice.
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