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North East Scotland Cruises & boat tours

Our most recommended North East Scotland Cruises & boat tours

Loch Lomond: Island Discovery 2-Hour Cruise

1. Loch Lomond: Island Discovery 2-Hour Cruise

Discover the legends and secrets of the islands of Loch Lomond on this cruise from Alexandria. Learn the history and the legends of Loch Lomond and the surrounding areas, while enjoying some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery. Hop aboard the spacious and comfortable boat that Balloch Village Ferry Landing. Have plenty of space for indoor and outdoor viewing with opened and closed deck space, and full bar facilities where you can purchase a drink. Begin you circular cruise which passes the world-famous Loch Lomond Golf Club. Explore the middle island of Loch Lomond, sail through an area known to locals as "The Narrows", and continue onwards to the village of Luss. Listen to cruise commentary by famed historian and archaeologist Neil Oliver, best known from BBC's "Coast" and "A History of Scotland." Return to your starting point at the end of your journey.

Loch Lomond: Evening Cruise

2. Loch Lomond: Evening Cruise

There is perhaps no sight more spectacular than the sun setting on Loch Lomond and this cruise affords you the opportunity to experience it for yourself. Hop aboard for this magical way to end any day.  Depart from Balloch village and set sail beyond the stately homes of historic Scottish industrialists, all within view of Ben Lomond, Scotland's most southerly Munro. From there, continue towards the world-famous Ross Dhu House and Loch Lomond Golf course, past Inchmurrin Island, the largest inland island in Great Britain and home to the ruins of the 12th-century Lennox Castle. Learn the history and the legend of Loch Lomond and the surrounding areas, while enjoying some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery. Enjoy cruise commentary by famed historian and archaeologist Neil Oliver, best known from BBC's "Coast" and "A History of Scotland." The luxurious and smooth passenger boats offer excellent viewing, opened and closed deck space and full bar facilities.  

From Glasgow: Whisky & Loch Lomond Full-Day Tour

3. From Glasgow: Whisky & Loch Lomond Full-Day Tour

Meet your guide in Glasgow and travel the short distance towards Loch Lomond, one of the largest lochs in Scotland. Stop on the southern shore of the loch, where you can choose to join a 1-hour boat cruise and enjoy views of the surrounding mountains and castles. Those who wish to remain on dry land can admire the stunning landscape from the shore. The next stop is in the picturesque conservation village of Luss. Walk around the center and take photos of quaint cottages, or stroll along a little beach on the bank of Loch Lomond and admire the view of Ben Lomond. There will be plenty of time for you to enjoy lunch here. After a day filled with mountain air, lochs, and forests, travel back to Glasgow’s Clydeside Whisky Distillery. Located in the famous Queen’s Dock, this state-of-the-art distillery brings the production of single malt back to the city. Take a tour and see how this whiskey is distilled from grain to glass. If you’re not a whiskey fan, your guide can drop you off at Buchanan Bus Station earlier, so you can explore the city’s vibrant bars and music venues.

From Luss: Loch Lomond Slow Boat Tour

4. From Luss: Loch Lomond Slow Boat Tour

Experience the splendour of loch Lomond from our sea rated tour boat. The tour will leave from the idyllic village of Luss and cruise around the local islands that encompass the West shore of Loch Lomond . Your local skipper will stop at various points of interest on the route explaining the local history of the Loch. Looking North you will experience the enormity and splendour of Ben Lomond above. You may be lucky to catch a glimpse of wallaby's on Inchconnachan Island or Highland Cows on Inchtavannach Island…!

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What people are saying about North East Scotland

This trip was fabulous. Free parking available near the meeting point for the minicruise, bonus. Tea and coffee bar with outdoor covered seating, great if you arrive early. Boat was immaculate, clean and comfy seats, outdoor seating available too.

Had an absolutely lovely time - seen the loch from the shore many times over the years was lovely to see the shore from the loch instead - many thanks

Great value. Very informative and great to see the islands on the Loch! And a bar on board the boat was very welcome!

Great couple of hours enjoying the loch and hearing about its history.

Boat was nice, clean, and comfortable. Lock Lomond is beautiful.