Boat Tour Edinburgh: compare 6 options from £ 103

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Edinburgh: Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour with Cruise

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Edinburgh: Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour with Cruise★ 4.72 (6,275) · 12hfrom£ 103View ›

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Loch Ness & Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh: Whisky & Cruise

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Loch Ness & Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh: Whisky & Cruise★ 4.85 (203) · 12hfrom£ 105View ›

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Edinburgh: Tantallon Castle & Puffin Boat Trip Small Group

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Edinburgh: Tantallon Castle & Puffin Boat Trip Small Group★ 4.80 (25) · 7hfrom£ 160View ›

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Edinburgh: Three Bridges Cruise & E-Bike Tour Small Group

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Edinburgh: Three Bridges Cruise & E-Bike Tour Small Group6hYou ride an e-bike from South Queensferry to the Firth of Forth, then board a small-group cruise that takes you under all three bridges while a guide explains what you're seeing. The boat has both open decks and a heated observation lounge; marine wildlife sightings are common. You return with your bike, helmet, repair kit, and a local map, ready to explore on your own if you want to stay out longer.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Three Bridges from the water without arranging your own boat or transport—the e-bike gets you to the pier, and the cruise does the rest, leaving you free to focus on the view and the wildlife.Free cancellationfrom£ 75View ›

Edinburgh to Loch Ness: Full Day Private Tour & Boat Ride

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Edinburgh to Loch Ness: Full Day Private Tour & Boat Ride★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (4)12hYou leave Edinburgh in the morning and spend the day moving through the Highlands, stopping in Pitlochry for coffee, driving through some of Scotland's best scenery while your guide fills in the history, taking a full hour boat ride on Loch Ness (or exploring Fort Augustus instead), pausing for photos in Glencoe, and returning to your hotel by 8pm. Private transportation, WiFi, and the boat ride are all included; you just show up at pickup time.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands in one day without renting a car or planning the route yourself—the private setup and included boat ride mean you're not coordinating transport, tickets, or timing across multiple stops.Instant confirmationfrom · per group£ 900View ›

Trossachs Trail tour: steamship cruise, foraging, sheepdog demo

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Trossachs Trail tour: steamship cruise, foraging, sheepdog demo★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (3)8hA full-day private guided tour of the Trossachs combines a cruise on the historic Steamship Sir Walter Scott, a foraging walk with a professional herbalist, a sheepdog demonstration at a working farm, and stops to meet Highland cattle and visit the Kelpies sculptures. The tour runs 8 hours with pickup included, a private guide in multiple languages, and visits to five distinct attractions across the region often called the Highlands in Miniature. Lunch is not included; the steamship cruise costs extra (£20 per person, with discounts for seniors and children).Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving without a car and want a private guide to set the pace through the Trossachs in one day—choose the minivan if your group exceeds four people or you're carrying significant luggage.Free cancellationfrom · per group£ 690View ›

Boat Tour Edinburgh — what to know before booking

This guide compares 6 bookable options for Boat Tour Edinburgh, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at £ 103. The average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 6,510 traveler reviews.

Most options last half a day or longer. 4 of the 6 options offer free cancellation. 2 private experiences are also available for closed groups. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Boat Tour Edinburgh cost?

Prices start at £ 103. There are 6 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 4 of the 6 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last half a day or longer.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Edinburgh: Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour with Cruise is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.7 out of 5 across 6,275 reviews.

Are private options available?

Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.

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