Bothwell Castle, South Lanarkshire

Leith Shore Excursions - Private Tours from Edinburgh Cruise Port

Discover Edinburgh and beyond with a private, driver-guided shore excursion. Castles, whisky and coastal views, planned around your ship’s schedule.

Midhope Castle (Lallybroch) framed by trees
Midhope Castle (Lallybroch) framed by trees
OUTLANDER DAY TOUR

Walk in the footsteps of Claire & Jamie

James V palace at Stirling Castle
James V palace at Stirling Castle
two large metal horses standing next to each other
two large metal horses standing next to each other
STIRLING CASTLE & THE TROSSACHS

History, scenery and hairy Highland Cows

THE FALKIRK WHEEL & KELPIES

Experience Scottish engineering at its finest

Docking at Leith Cruise Port puts you in a brilliant position to explore both Edinburgh and the characterful waterfront district of Leith itself, all without wasting your day on logistics.

Our Leith shore excursions are private, driver-guided tours designed around your ship’s schedule, giving you a relaxed, flexible way to see Scotland’s capital and beyond. Whether you’re keen on Edinburgh’s historic highlights, a scenic coastal escape, a visit to St Andrews, castles in the surrounding countryside, or a whisky experience, we’ll tailor the itinerary to suit your interests and the time you have in port.

With your own guide and private vehicle, you can avoid crowded group tours, stop where you want, and include a few quieter local gems that most visitors miss. We’ll meet you at Leith, handle the planning, and ensure a smooth, timely return to the ship, leaving you with great photos and a genuinely memorable day ashore.

If you’d like to make the most of your time in Edinburgh, book your private Leith shore excursion and we’ll help you plan the ideal route.

The Wallace Monument behind the autumn trees
The Wallace Monument behind the autumn trees
STIRLING CASTLE, WALLACE MONUMENT & BANNOCKBURN

A day of history, battles and freedom fighters.

Glengoyne Whisky Distillery
Glengoyne Whisky Distillery
GLASGOW WHISKY DISTILLERY TOUR

Sample Scotland's most famous export.

Bothwell Castle, South Lanarkshire
Bothwell Castle, South Lanarkshire
LANARKSHIRE HERITAGE TOUR

New Lanark, Falls of Clyde, Douglas & Bothwell

SCONE PALACE & THE STONE OF DESTINY
Scone Palace
Scone Palace

Uncover Scotland's Royal Past

Ruins of St Andrews Cathedral
Ruins of St Andrews Cathedral
ST ANDREWS & THE FIFE COAST

The home of golf, Scotland's best fish & chips and stunning coastal views

Artwork from Scottish Witch Trial Museum in Fife
Artwork from Scottish Witch Trial Museum in Fife

Witch Trials, Standing Stones, Dunino Den & Anstruther Fish & Chips

FIFE WITCHES & FOLKLORE