Private Cruise Ship Excursions from Greenock and Glasgow
End the day having a dram at Luss... maybe a swan will join us!
Unforgettable Cruise Excursions in Scotland with Spirit Scotland Tours
Make the most of your Scottish cruise stop with a bespoke excursion from Spirit Scotland Tours. Whether you're docking in Greenock, Invergordon, or South Queensferry, our private tours offer a seamless way to explore Scotland’s iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and cultural treasures—all within your port schedule.
From the majestic Highlands to historic castles and whisky distilleries, each itinerary is tailored to your interests and time frame. Travel in comfort with expert local guides who bring Scotland’s stories to life, ensuring your shore excursion is as enriching as it is effortless.
When you go on a Cruise Ship Excursion you have a few choices:
- Sit on an expensive cruise ship bus for an excursion hosted by a guide who sings the party line and is disciplinned to timelines (notice the clipboard)
- Stay on board and eat or sleep
- OR go on a private tour with a knowleadgable local guide who is experienced with cruise ship protocol and knows the area and history well.
Book a Private Cruise Ship Excursion
I offer private Cruise Ship Excursions from Greenock / Glasgow port and can taylor the day to your interests and time. I have guided and taken on tour Cruise Ship passangers for 10 years from all the ports in Scotland. Local knowledge is key to making a Cruise Excursion a success. Apart from showing you the obvious attractions I can also give you an overview of the local way of life, economy, stories and all the hidden treasures.
Let's not forget about where to get the best grub and pint... touring can be hard work.
Cruise Ship Excursions in Scotland
Bespoke Shore Experiences with Spirit Scotland
Make the most of your time in Scotland with Spirit Scotland’s private cruise ship excursions. Whether you dock in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Aberdeen, or the Scottish Highlands, we provide luxury, tailor-made experiences that fit your schedule, interests, and group size.
Why Choose Spirit Scotland for Cruise Ship Excursions
Cruise passengers often have limited time at each port — our private excursions ensure you see the best of Scotland, without the stress or crowds of group tours. With Spirit Scotland, every detail is managed: from pickup at the dock to drop-off for departure, allowing you to relax and enjoy a seamless Scottish adventure.
Key Benefits of Our Cruise Excursions
- Tailor-made itineraries – Choose sightseeing, whisky tastings, castles, coastal drives, or nature walks; your tour, your pace.
- Door-to-door service – Your driver-guide meets you at the ship, ensuring a smooth, stress-free start and finish.
- Small private groups – Travel with family, friends, or colleagues without the noise or schedule of large tours.
- Expert local guides – Learn about Scottish history, culture, and whisky from our knowledgeable guides.
- Flexible timing – Modify your route, spend longer at favourite spots, or take scenic detours along the way.
Some Cruise Excursion Itinerary Examples from Greenock Port
Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond
Stirling Castle main hall
Visit the majestic castle steeped in history from ancient times until today. View the remains of the highland devider line and marvel at the beauty of Loch Lomond while having a dram. We will take the low road back to Greenock.
Ayrshire, Culzean Castle and Robert Burns
Culzean Castle Ayrshire
Ayrshire, truly God's country and the spectacular Culzean Castle. We also visit the Robert Burns museum and his birthplace. Take a walk on the Brig 'o Doon where the witches couldn't cross and visit the grave of his father.
Glasgow City and Whisky Distillery Tour
Auchentoshan Distillery
Visiting the sites and sounds of Glasgow. A more modern city but it hides centuries of history. Glasgow Cathedral, the oldest house and yes, some shopping for those wish. Round of the day like any Glaswegian would, a dram and a pint.
Inverary Castle and Loch Lomond
Inverary Castle
Inverary Castle, the seat of the Clan Campbell. A beautiful trip to Argyll through beautiful scenery, the Arrochar Alps, past Loch Lomond. We might even stop at a distillery or one of the best and freshest seafood restaurants you will ever eat at.
Greenock and Greenock Cut Walk
Greenock cut walk
This is a minimum 3 hour walk alongside a 2oo year old aquaduct with a lunch stop at a visitor centre. The walk is fairly flat and takes us through the moors behind Greenock. Again a hidden gem with history to boot. This is ideal for those Cruise Ship passangers who wish to shake off some of the overeating on the ship.
Greenock has an amazing history even forgotten and sometimes ignored by its own residents. Churches that have been moved, massive shipyards, WW2, industrial revolution and a stone that curses curses passing ships.
Three Distillery Tour
Glengoyne Distillery
Visiting three (well... maybe one more as well) distilleries for tours and tasting.
Auchentoshan Distillery
Deanston Distillery
Clydeside Distillery/Glengoyne Distillery
Outlander Filming Locations Tour
Falkland Bruce Fountain, Inverness in Outlander
Falkland doubled as Inverness in Outlander. Here is the famous Bruce Fountain where the ghost of Jamie plays peeping Tom on Clare. See these Outlander filming locations on your private shore excursion from Greenock Port.
Why Our Guests Love Spirit Scotland Excursions
- Maximised time onshore – No waiting in queues or navigating unfamiliar streets.
- Personalised experiences – Choose the attractions and activities you care about most.
- Local expertise – Our guides are passionate locals who reveal Scotland’s hidden gems.
- Luxury & convenience – Comfortable private vehicles, door-to-door service, and no crowds.
Private Shore Excursion from Greenock, Glasgow or Edinburgh
Below are some more options for you to ponder over. There are many possibilities for tours that fit within the window of your ship berthing at Greenock (Glasgow) port. Please also be aware that we cover Edinburgh Shore Excursions as well.
Please contact us to start a dialogue. I can cater for leasurely and lazy shopping trip in Glasgow to hiking up a hill or explore some of Scotlands amazing ancient history.
A visit to Bannockburn or your shore excursion could be a great way to explore the most famous Scottish King, a true hero of a nation.
This late medieval bridge in Alloway allowed Tam o' Shanter to escape the chasing witch as she could not cross running water. Learn more about Robert Burns, the most celebrated poet of Scotland, all while traversing in Gods country, Ayrshire.
A cruise ship passing the Paps of Jura in the inner Hebrides... Paps being Gaelic for boobies :-)
If you wish to see Edinburgh on your shore excursion or if your ship docks at Edinburg, we can take you on a great tour through our Capital. A famous city with most of the medieval buildings still standing on the Royal Mile.
The Forth Rail bridge at South Queensferry.
Did you eat too much on board the ship? Do you need some fresh air and some excercise? Maybe join me up on Conic Hill and see Loch Lomond and the Highland Devider line from above.
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