90 tours · €54–€944 per person · ★ 4.8
Day trips from Edinburgh here are picked by hand: we read every listing and kept 90 tours rated 4.5★ or higher. Prices run from €54 per person for shared coach trips to €944 for private guided days. The shared day tours from Edinburgh put the driving in a guide's hands, with live commentary along the route and regular stops for photos, short walks and rest breaks.
A quick way to choose: check whether your Loch Ness cruise is included or paid separately, since both ticket types appear here. A Glenfinnan viewpoint visit does not include a train ride; look for a steam train ticket in the inclusions if you want to board. For an Edinburgh day trip to Loch Ness, expect a large part of the day on the bus, even with stops along the way. The best reviewed day trips from Edinburgh come first below.
Without a doubt, this is the most complete tour of all! Explore the forests of the Highlands, visit dream lakes and learn about the history and cultu...
Take in the stunning Highland locations made famous by the Harry Potter and James Bond film series. Passing famous landmarks such as Linlithgow Palac...
Mythical beasts, tall tales and dramatic scenery: explore the beauty of Scotland in a day on this one day coach tour. Leaving from Edinburgh, we head...
We are dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. With our expert local guides, you will be able to explore the stunning landscap...
Explore the Highlands as you travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe to the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The spectacular scenery features filming locations from ...
This is an exclusive private tour departing from a pick-up point of your choice in and around Edinburgh City Centre, exploring some of Scotland's grea...
Visit with us the city history of St Andrews, Dunnottar Castle, the bridges of South Queensferry and Falkland, famous for representing Inverness in th...
Imagine walking in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from the hit series Outlander on this small-group tour, with a local guide regaling all the grues...
This private tour that allows you to diverge from the suggestions based on what you want to get from the day. Spend the day with a local guide allows ...
On our Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles tour from Edinburgh we will take you to some of the best scenery Scotland has to offer. Majestic mountains tumb...
Your first stop is The Kelpies, two iconic 30-metre-high horse-head sculptures near Falkirk that celebrate Scotland's industrial heritage and the myth...
Departing Edinburgh, travel north into Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, with a relaxed morning refreshment stop in the Highland town of Ca...
Discover the magic of the Scottish Highlands on an unforgettable journey through stunning landscapes and iconic landmarks, where you’ll be transported...
Travel northwest from Edinburgh on this small-group tour for an unforgettable day of stunning mountains, lochs, and ancient Scottish castles. We will ...
Join us on a truly magical journey through the heart of Scotland with our Loch Ness, Glencoe, and Highlands tour from Edinburgh, on a day full of awe-...
Tours and prices on this page last updated October 14, 2026
Editorial picks checked: September 15, 2026 · Ranked by Route fit, duration, transport, inclusions, price, ratings and review counts. Prices and ratings on tour cards are live. Commissions never affect the order.
We compared 90 handpicked day trips from Edinburgh by route, duration, transport format and included tickets.
Book the English coach option for Glencoe and Loch Ness: 12h 30m at €54 per person, 4.92 from 6,699 reviews; the optional cruise costs extra.
Choose St Andrews and Anstruther by minicoach for a shorter day: 8h 30m at €74 per person, 4.73 from 2,241 reviews; admission fees cost extra.
Book a private Sedan/SUV with pickup for Loch Ness and Glencoe: 12h at €944 per group/vehicle, 4.96 from 99 reviews; the cruise costs extra.
| Tour | Best for | Price | Rating | Duration | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loch Ness & Glencoe by coach | First trip: 12h 30m | €54 per person | 4.92★ (6,699) | 12h 30m | English option at €54 per person; no hotel pickup |
| Loch Ness & Glencoe by minicoach | Max sixteen: 12h | €80 per person | 4.92★ (224) | 12h | Cruise excluded from €80 per person |
| Loch Ness & Glencoe minicoach with cruise | Cruise included, max sixteen | €123 per person | 4.72★ (6,298) | 12h | 12h at €123 per person; cruise depends on weather |
| Private Loch Ness & Glencoe, Sedan/SUV | Private car: 12h | €944 per group/vehicle | 4.96★ (99) | 12h | Sedan/SUV at €944 per group/vehicle; cruise extra |
| St Andrews & Fife by minicoach | Shorter day: 8h 30m | €74 per person | 4.73★ (2,241) | 8h 30m | Admission fees excluded from €74 per person |
| Stirling, Kelpies & Loch Lomond minicoach | Stirling day: 9h | €74 per person | 4.69★ (1,395) | 9h | Tour Only at €74 per person; castle entry excluded |
| Glenfinnan Viaduct & Glencoe by coach | Film locations: 12h | €54 per person | 4.93★ (6,417) | 12h | English option at €54 per person; no train ride |
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We are dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. With our expert local guides, you will be able to explore the stunning landscap...
Explore the Highlands as you travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe to the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The spectacular scenery features filming locations from ...
This private tour that allows you to diverge from the suggestions based on what you want to get from the day. Spend the day with a local guide allows ...
Without a doubt, this is the most complete tour of all! Explore the forests of the Highlands, visit dream lakes and learn about the history and cultu...
Visit with us the city history of St Andrews, Dunnottar Castle, the bridges of South Queensferry and Falkland, famous for representing Inverness in th...
Take in the stunning Highland locations made famous by the Harry Potter and James Bond film series. Passing famous landmarks such as Linlithgow Palac...
This is an exclusive private tour departing from a pick-up point of your choice in and around Edinburgh City Centre, exploring some of Scotland's grea...
Embark on our Highlands, Queen’s View, and William Wallace tour to discover the natural and historical treasures of Scotland. We begin our journey at...
Mythical beasts, tall tales and dramatic scenery: explore the beauty of Scotland in a day on this one day coach tour. Leaving from Edinburgh, we head...
Departing Edinburgh, travel north into Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, with a relaxed morning refreshment stop in the Highland town of Ca...
Start with St Andrews for a shorter day; choose Loch Ness if you can give it a long day, or Outlander Film Locations if the series is your priority. Among the trips on this page, St Andrews has a median duration of 8 hours, Loch Ness 12 hours, and Outlander 9 hours. For example, Outlander Film Locations Day Trip costs €81 per person, rated 4.89 from 2,146 reviews.
Explore St Andrews day trips → Explore Loch Ness day trips → Explore Outlander day trips →
Set aside a full day: the median duration is 10 hours. For a shared trip, budget around €78 per person for the tour, with extras depending on the route. Of the 90 tours with a stated duration, 90 take more than five hours. The middle half of shared prices runs from €67 to €82 per person. For example, Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Day Tour is €63 per person, rated 4.88 from 1,245 reviews.
For a couple, start with shared trips at a median of €78 per person. Private vehicle prices have a median of €897: divide the vehicle price by your party size. The private per person median is €513. These medians show a spread between different products, not a premium. For example, Private Central Highlands Driving Tour is €932 per vehicle, rated 4.99 from 108 reviews. Shared Highland Lochs, Glens and Castles Small Group Tour is €77 per person, rated 4.9 from 475 reviews.
Operator-marked wheelchair access is listed on 7 of 90 trips: filter first, then confirm with the operator. For strollers or infants, start with private trips. Of the operator-marked wheelchair options, 5 are private and 2 shared. The children filter means strollers and infants accepted: 22 of 26 private trips and 10 of 64 shared trips. For private pricing, Scottish Highlands and Glencoe Private Tour is €362 per person, rated 5 from 64 reviews. The filters identify which tours are marked for these needs.
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If hotel pickup is a priority, start with private day trips and apply the pickup filter. A mention of transfers does not establish that a tour collects you from your hotel. Hotel pickup is listed on 25 of 90 trips: 25 of 26 private trips and none of 64 shared trips. A private pricing example is Luxury Private Tour of the Highlands and Loch Ness at €1,302 per vehicle, rated 5 from 201 reviews. Use the pickup filter to identify tours that list hotel collection.
For a whisky day with admissions covered, choose Discover Malt Whisky Including Admissions. For Loch Ness, use the option explicitly sold with a cruise if you want the boat fare included. For example, Discover Malt Whisky Day Tour Including Admissions is €131 per person, rated 4.7 from 296 reviews. Loch Ness Highlands Small Group Tour with Cruise is €123 per person, rated 4.72 from 6,298 reviews.
Find day trips with tickets included → Explore Loch Ness day trips →
Figures in these answers come from the 90 tours on this page, as of October 14, 2026.