Set Sail from Scotland
Cruises From Scotland
When looking for a cruise from Scotland, guests will be faced with a variety of options setting sail from Edinburgh, Rosyth, Leith, and Dundee. Whether you’re looking to depart from the capital or one of Scotland’s other accessible ports, cruising from the UK has never been easier. Cruise holidays from Scotland connect the city with cruise destinations all over the world, enhancing international accessibility for everyone.
Cruise Lines Offering Cruises From Scotland
Fred. Olsen Cruises
Small-ship cruising that delivers high-quality service – that’s the Fred. Olsen experience. Guests can climb on board from their Scottish departure port and dive into a hand-crafted itinerary visiting ports that larger ships just can’t access. From European hotspots to British Isles expeditions of discovery, the window of opportunity is wide open with Fred. Olsen Cruises.
Ambassador Cruise Line
With a range of destinations stretching from the sweltering Mediterranean to the wintery wonders of the Arctic Circle, Ambassador Cruise Line offers a gateway from Scotland to the world. Packed with exquisite facilities and services that mean guests want for nothing, its ships guarantee comfort as they travel the world.
Scenic Cruises
Ultra-luxury cruising has seen a renaissance in recent years, and Scenic Cruises has been a big player in bringing unparalleled exploration aboard groundbreaking ships to cruisers across Scotland. Journeying north to the stoic magnificence of the Norwegian Fjords, Scenic delivers on a service philosophy that always seeks to match the excellence of each port.
HX Hurtigruten Expeditions
With a legacy of 128 years of sustainable travel, HX Hurtigruten Expeditions’ hybrid electric ships depart from Scotland and transport guests to the world’s most picturesque coastlines. Guests can explore the world’s polar regions on board one of its truly revolutionary cruises, where the unbelievable is anything but!
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Forging the path for ultra-inclusive cruising, Regent Seven Seas brings the six-star cruising experience to cruises from Scotland. On a ship exploring the historic cities of Northern Europe, guests can experience luxury suites, culinary excellence, and a personalised service that makes them feel like the most important passenger on board.
Seabourn
Encompassing the domestic mysteries of Britain’s coastlines to the gems of Europe and beyond, Seabourn’s cruises combine exceptional international cruising with a philosophy that prioritises hospitality. With its young and modern fleet, Seabourn Cruises boasts hand-selected itineraries and an exclusive atmosphere to deliver long-haul and mini cruises from Scotland to envy.
Silversea
Comfort is paramount on a cruise from Scotland, and Silversea does everything to make you feel at home, no matter where you are in the world. Floating away from Edinburgh for Reykjavik, Silversea Cruises complements the mythical magic of the landscapes outside with butler service and accommodation that feels pretty special itself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A variety of the industry’s top cruise lines set sail from Scotland, including:
- Fred. Olsen Cruises
- Ambassador Cruise Line
- HX Expeditions
- Scenic Cruises
- Seabourn
- Silversea
Cruise ships can dock and depart from ports all over Scotland, including Greenock (Glasgow), Leith and Rosyth (Edinburgh), Stornoway, and Aberdeen.
This answer depends on the size of the cruise ship. Smaller ships can dock in the town’s harbour, whereas larger ships will need to dock at the town’s deep-water terminal, located a 15-minute bus journey away from the centre.
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