Edinburgh
Queensferry port stopover
Layover Exploration • 8 hours
5.0
(6)
Queensferry port stopover
Explore this charming harbour town on your cruise stopover and explore the quaint town center full of quirky shops and independent boutiques.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Don’t waste any time when your ship docks in Edinburgh!
- With a host to show you around, you’ll tap into their savvy and be able to maximise the time you have in the city
- Squeeze in some sight seeing or visit a historic neighbourhood
- Make time for an authentic meal in a local pub
- Get to know your host as they chat to you about their beautiful city, and discover new places without the risk of getting lost (or missing your boat)
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
100% private and personalised itinerary
8 hours with a host (including travel time)
Return transport to/from Queensferry Port
Walking experience
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Transportation costs other than the ones included in the experience
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Queensferry PortCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
You’ll follow one of our friendly Edinburgh hosts around Edinburgh for a spot of sightseeing whilst your ship makes port at Queensferry. You needn’t worry about time constraints, we’ll make sure your experience matches your schedule as well as your tastes.
Perhaps you’d like to take in a few of the Scottish capital’s famous attractions, like Edinburgh Castle or the Scott Monument, or do you see yourself winding through the twisted cobbled streets of Old Town?
If your legs need a good stretch, why not walk up Arthur’s Seat and enjoy views over the whole city and its surrounds?
If you’ve only got a few hours to spare, head to your host's favorite local pub and enjoy a meal together, sampling some of the finest Scotch whiskies and shooting the breeze (chatting), as the locals say.
Day or night, rain or shine, allow your host to open your eyes to the vibrant, historic heart of the highlands that is Edinburgh!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience
Patricia,
Oct 2024
Learning some of the history of Edinburgh. Gee was very informative and entertaining. He made sure we got to see as much as possible. We got to take THE pictures to help remember our trip. We got to enjoy a traditional meal. I gave 5 Stars for the excursion and Gee as our tour guide. If I took one star away it would have been the weather, which none of us have control. Very cool and damp with some showers thrown in. When we come back would be earlier in season.
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Sheila,
Jun 2024
We had a delightful time with Doug as our guide in Edinburgh, Scotland on May 29, 2024. He was an excellent tour guide who was very knowledgeable about Edinburgh and the surrounding area. My daughter Kelly Merritt said we walked around 5 miles during the whole day together!! We highly recommend Doug Scott!!
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Laura,
Jun 2024
Wonderful experience exploring Edinburgh! Our guide, Doug, was so knowledgeable and friendly and tailor made our excursion so that our entire group (mother and and daughters) was entertained and engaged!
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Barry,
Aug 2023
Graham was wonderful. Friendly, knowledgeable, funny, everything a guide could be. The only criticism is that he should have had a sign with our name on it when we got off the tender. Other than that he was perfect and it was a perfect day. He’s a gem!
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Wendy,
Feb 2025
Gee was attentive to our interest and made a great effort. We were impressed by his knowledge and how he made history come alive during the tour. Thanks to Gee’s tips , we manage to find Best Buys that are made in Scotland only and also find delicious food . He also suggested to us several attractions. These attractions were useful to our understanding of Scotland . I am also grateful for the great photo shots he took for us ! Thank you , Gee ! Keep up the good work !
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Fiona,
Jan 2025
Our guide, Gee, asked us at the beginning of the tour what we would like to see, and then decided what to show us based on that. We saw a diverse range of things, including the graveyard, Edinburgh castel, the old town, and the new town.
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