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Private Shore Excursions from Greenock & Edinburgh Cruise Ports

A personalised alternative to the cruise line's coach tours.

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Arriving in Scotland by cruise ship? Make the most of your time ashore with a private shore excursion tailored to your interests. We offer excursions from Greenock (Glasgow), South Queensferry (Edinburgh), Newhaven and Leith, collecting you directly from your ship and returning you with plenty of time before departure.

Unlike large coach tours, our private excursions are designed around you, offering the flexibility to travel at your own pace with an experienced local driver-guide.​​​​​​​

⭐ Five-Star Reviews

🚢 No Dock, No Fee

🚐 Private Tours from £400

🏴 Local Driver-Guides

Why Choose Up 'n About Scotland?

Discover Scotland beyond the standard cruise excursions with a private tour designed around you.

✔ Private shore excursions from £400 per group

✔ Direct pickup and return to your cruise ship

✔ Experienced local driver-guides

✔ 9-Seater vehicle for up to 8 guests

✔ Flexible itineraries tailored to your interests

✔ All Edinburgh cruise ports covered, including South Queensferry, Newhaven and Leith

✔ Tour timings planned around your ship's schedule

✔ No dock, no fee – receive a full refund if your cruise ship is unable to dock

✔ Save 10% on a 2nd shore excursion from another Scottish port

✔ Return to your ship with plenty of time before departure

Greenock Shore Excursions

  • Inveraray Castle, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs NP

  • Glasgow City & Highland Cows

  • The Greenock Cut

  • Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond

  • Custom Tours to include

  • The Kelpies

  • Whisky Tasting

Edinburgh Shore Excursions

  • St Andrews, Falkland Palace & Fife Coastal Village

  • Stirling Castle, The Kelpies & The Falkirk Wheel

  • Outlander Locations

  • Edinburgh City Craigmillar Castle

  • Custom Tours to include

  • The Kelpies

  • Whisky Tasting

Ready to Explore Scotland?

Whether you're visiting Scotland for the first time or returning to discover somewhere new, we'll create a private shore excursion tailored to your interests. From breathtaking scenery and historic castles to charming villages and famous filming locations, we'll help you make the most of your day ashore.

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Private shore excursions from £400 per group.

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