UK · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
The Thames at rush hour, a loch with a castle on it, the Clyde and the Solent. These 15 are compared on route, how long you are afloat and whether food is aboard or a separate queue.
Thames cruise from Westminster to Greenwich with live English guide, open-deck photos, and a 6-language smartphone audio guide for $22.
“Great tour, reasonably priced and a very funny tourguide, can absolutely recommend!”
Hop-on hop-off buses in London plus an optional Thames cruise, with live tracking, smart audio, and family walking tours included.
“Very efficient and easy to use! Wish the buses ran a little later.”
Hop aboard a Thames sightseeing boat from Westminster to Tower Bridge, with live audio commentary and great photo spots on an open deck.
“It was such a lovely and enjoyable activity — we truly had a wonderful time”
Open-top Big Bus sightseeing plus London Eye and Thames cruise. Hop on and off for 24 or 48 hours to hit the best London sights.
“Excellent experience. The line moves fast. The ride was great and the view was amazing.”
One hour on the Manchester Ship Canal and River Irwell, with guided views of Old Trafford, Media City, and Stephenson’s 1830 bridge.
“I loved the reception, the commentator, and how I was able to have a large view of everything from the roof of the boat, while snapping pictures.”
Ride Liverpool’s Mersey Ferries on a 50-minute cruise past the Three Graces and Albert Dock, with free audio and Beatles stories.
“I enjoyed the river cruise, the commentary and you could sit/stand where you want, it just went too quickly. Also an on board cafe for drinks and snacks. You could also get off at the other side. I don't know if I could have done that with my ticket or if you have to purchase a different one. Would have been nice to have that explained. Also when you book a time slot you can actually board any time in that day.”
From the London Eye pier, take a 45-90 minute Thames cruise with live commentary past Big Ben, St Paul’s, Tower Bridge, optional London Eye.
“Boat was really comfortable and Ben was a really engaging and fun guide.”
Big Bus hop-on hop-off plus a Thames cruise. Three routes, lots of stops, optional walking tours, and an evening lights tour.
“We like the evening tour however we used the train more than the bus because it was faster and easier to get where we needed to be. We didn’t go to any of the walking tours and the river boat one was incredibly short.”
Tootbus hop-on hop-off London with a Thames cruise, real-time app tracking, and audio plus walking tours for 24 to 72 hours.
“Easy access and the busses are available at given intervals. Maps and earbuds on board to give you an understanding of where you are. We couldn't have seen the attractions and the city as well as we did without the bus.”
A 1.5-hour Thames cruise from the Tower of London to Parliament with classic afternoon tea, great views, and fun commentary.
“Lovely staff - good commentary about London as we sailed - good great scones were warmed - tea replenished and cocktails and champagne (extra cost) good quality 👍🏻 thumbs up from us ❤️”
Ride the London Thames hop-on hop-off cruise for $33, with all-weather comfort, live humorous commentary, onboard bar snacks, and 24-hour freedom.
“Perfect activity and wonderful customer service! Thank you very much”
A 50-minute Loch Ness cruise from Clansman Harbour to Urquhart Castle with onboard sonar, audio facts, Wi-Fi, and photo views.
“It’s was a lovely day with snow when we visited. It’s worthy. Just a suggestion, would you please include transportation (yes, you can incorporate additional fees for that) from Inverness city centre to the cruise point and retune as well. People without private transport, specially travelling by bus, is really challenging. Other than that it’s was fantastic.”
See York from the River Ouse on a short, comfy boat cruise with live captain commentary, a bar onboard, and anytime departures.
“our guide, Sophie, was fantastic and talked with enthusiasm and good knowledge about York. The tour was very enjoyable and a great way to spend an hour. I would highly recommend it.”
A 2-hour London Thames evening cruise with one glass of bubbly and canapés, great landmark views, and live music on deck.
“Magical sunset on the Thames with a guitar player. Definitely check this out.”
A 1.5-hour Three Bridges cruise from South Queensferry with UNESCO Forth Bridge views, Inchcolm Abbey stop, and wildlife like seals and puffins.
“We upgraded to visit the Island giving us 90 minutes on the Island catching the next tour boat back. Due to the Queen Mary 2 Cruise ship being in The Forth, it meant we had the island to ourselves as competing tours were unable to run. Had a glimpse at Dolphin’s and saw quite a lot of seals.”
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