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Cruise & Boat Tours in Edinburgh

See Edinburgh’s iconic skyline from the Firth of Forth. Whether you choose a historical bridge tour, wildlife safari, or whiskey-tasting cruise, each boat experience delivers Scottish heritage, rugged coastal beauty, and expert local storytelling.

Forth Bridges & Castle Tour

Pass beneath the UNESCO-listed Forth Rail Bridge and the elegant Forth Road Bridge. View Inchcolm Abbey and coastal fortresses while learning about Scotland’s naval history.

Seal & Birdwatching Safari

Spot grey seals, puffins, and seabirds on specialized wildlife cruises. Naturalists provide binoculars and insights into local conservation efforts.

Sunset Gin & Tonic Sail

Enjoy a curated gin and tonic tasting as Edinburgh’s castle turrets glow in the twilight. Includes locally distilled botanicals and artisan mixers.

Scotch Whisky Tasting Cruise

Combine a scenic sail with a guided tasting of Scotland’s finest single malts. Learn about distilling traditions from onboard experts.

Historic Warship Experience

Board a restored naval vessel to explore maritime warfare exhibits. Interactive displays and commentary bring 18th-century battles to life.

Edinburgh Cruise & Boat Tours Price

3-day Iona and Mull Islands tour from Edinburgh (3 days) €455.22
Orkney, Ullapool & The Northern Highlands - 5 Day Tour (5 days) €405.40
Edinburgh Three Bridges Cruise (1 hour 30 minutes) €21.28
Award winning Blackness Castle, Three Bridges Cruise with Cream Tea (1 hour 30 minutes) €28.38
Half Day Sailing Trip (4 hours) €117.06
Full Day Sailing Trip (8 hours) €206.92
Bridges Sailing Taster (3 hours) €82.77
1.5 hour Firth of Forth Sightseeing cruise (1 hour 30 minutes) €21.28
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Top Edinburgh Boat, Cruises & Sailing Tours

3-day Iona and Mull Islands tour from Edinburgh

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  • Experience a 3-day Small Group tour from Edinburgh to the Isles of Mull and Iona. Discover the wilderness and scenery as you spend two nights in Tobermory. Visit Iona Abbey and walk around the tiny island. At Oban, try a dram at Oban Distillery or walk up to McCaig's Tower. Learn about the brutal history of Glen Coe. All ferry trips and...Read more
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Orkney, Ullapool & The Northern Highlands - 5 Day Tour

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  • Your 5 day tour of Orkney takes in the best Scotland has to offer. Visit the Orkney Islands, spend overnight at Ullapool, part of the North Coast 500, and enjoy castles, lochs and highland wildlife on your 5 day...Read more
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Edinburgh Three Bridges Cruise

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  • The Firth of Forth is simply overflowing with myths, turbulent history and fascinating marine wildlife. Join Forth Boat Tours on a 90 minute cruise to discover more about the Three Bridges, including the UNESCO World Heritage Forth Bridge. View the stunning Inchcolm Island and the medieval abbey, known as the Iona of the east. During your cruise,...Read more
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Award winning Blackness Castle, Three Bridges Cruise with Cream Tea

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  • Blackness Castle, Three Bridges and Cream Tea Cruise - take in views of Blackness Castle, the ship that never sails and featured in Outlander. There are also views of Limekilns village, mentioned in Robert Louis Stevenson's Kidnapped. It was from Limekilns that David Balfour and Alan Breck were carried across the Forth in a rowing boat. You will...Read more
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Half Day Sailing Trip

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  • If you cannot find suitable availability for our scheduled trips, please contact us directly to discuss a private charter.

    This is your chance to try your hand at sailing the only catamaran on the East Coast of Scotland. You will take in the splendid sights of the Firth of Forth, such as sailing underneath the Rail Bridge, and probably...Read more
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Full Day Sailing Trip

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  • If you cannot find suitable availability for our scheduled trips, please contact us directly to discuss a private charter.

    This is an amazing full day trip for anyone interested in getting out on the water and sailing. You can be a beginner who wants to learn how to sail, or an experienced skipper. The sail will take us under the famous...Read more
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Bridges Sailing Taster

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  • If you cannot find suitable availability for our scheduled trips, please contact us directly to discuss a private charter.

    Customers will experience a 3 hour sailing trip on the only catamaran on the East Coast of Scotland. They will sail underneath the historic Forth Rail Bridge which is an awe-inspiring experience, and they will get to...Read more
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1.5 hour Firth of Forth Sightseeing cruise

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  • This is an award winning sightseeing cruise, which offers passengers an amazing experience on the Forth. Cruise under the Forth Bridges and enjoy breathtaking views of Edinburgh and Fife from our panoramic top deck. Listen to our full commentary on the rich history and wildlife. Look out for seals together with a wide range of seabirds throughout...Read more
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