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Day Trips from Edinburgh

90 tours · €54–€940 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 €940 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.

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5.0 Excellent 64 reviews
10h
#16 of 90

Scottish Highlands Glencoe Private Tour from Edinburgh

A fully private Scottish Highlands day trip from Edinburgh — your group only, never shared, in a new 4x4 with a panoramic sunroof. No coach crowds, no...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 60 reviews
7h–8h
#17 of 90

Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands Private Tour

Venture into the heart of the Scottish Highlands and along the mysterious waters of Loch Ness with our Private Day Tour. Explore Glencoe, designed for...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 76 reviews
7h
#18 of 90

Canyoning Day Trip from Edinburgh

Intrepidus Outdoors is an adventure tourism and outdoor education provider based in Edinburgh. We specialise in canyoning, coasteering, mountain bikin...

4.9 Excellent 463 reviews
12h 45m
#19 of 90

Loch Ness, Inverness & Highlands in Spanish.

Nobody offers as much in a single day as our tour to Loch Ness! Cross the Highlands of Scotland, learn the history of Glen Coe, tour Loch Ness and wa...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 54 reviews
7h
#20 of 90

Coasteering Day Trips from Edinburgh

Intrepidus Outdoors is an adventure tourism and outdoor education provider based in Edinburgh. We specialise in canyoning, coasteering, mountain bikin...

Private tour
5.0 Excellent 52 reviews
8h–9h
#21 of 90

Private Glencoe Driving Tour from Edinburgh

Join us on a private tour where we get you to local spots off the beaten path to really get an "away from the crowd" experience. We will get ahead of ...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 105 reviews
12h 30m
#22 of 90

Excursión a las Highlands, Mirador de la Reina y William Wallace

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...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 68 reviews
12h
#23 of 90

Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Private Day Tour

Experience the magic of Scotland on a private tour that takes you through breathtaking landscapes and historic landmarks. Marvel at the iconic Forth B...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 46 reviews
8h
#24 of 90

St Andrews Private Day Tour

This private tour in Scotland takes you on a journey through some of the country's most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, all while providing an intim...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 46 reviews
8h
#25 of 90

Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond Full-Day Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

First we stop to admire the views over the Forth Bridges from South Queensferry before continuing to Linlithgow Palace with its rich and varied histor...

Private tour
5.0 Excellent 45 reviews
8h
#26 of 90

Coastal Charms: St Andrews & Kingdom of Fife Private Day Tour

Uncover the coastal charms of St. Andrews and the Kingdom of Fife on our exclusive private day tour, thoughtfully designed by TRIPorganiser. As a fami...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 42 reviews
9h
#27 of 90

Glencoe & Highlands: Private Land Rover Tour

Glencoe & Highlands Private Driving Tour: Unveil Scotland's Majestic Landscapes Join Monarch Tours on an unparalleled journey from Edinburgh to Glenc...

4.9 Excellent 220 reviews
9h 30m
#28 of 90

Best of Scotland in a Day Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

This small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) combines all that’s great about Scotland into a short day out – a castle, mountains...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 64 reviews
8h
#29 of 90

Kingdom of Fife & St Andrews Full-Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

The Kingdom of Fife is a beautiful area to the North of Edinburgh. With its industrious towns in the south west to the picturesque fishing villages of...

Private tour
5.0 Excellent 36 reviews
8h
#30 of 90

St Andrews, Kingdom of Fife & Fishing Villages – Private Day Tour

Skip the crowds and explore St Andrews, The Kingdom of Fife and the East Neuk fishing villages on a fully private, door-to-door tour in a luxury Merce...

Free cancellation

Tours and prices on this page last updated October 1, 2026

Best Day Trips from Edinburgh in Edinburgh, rated by travelers

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Top rated
5.0 Excellent 198 reviews
10h–12h

Luxury Private Tour of The Highlands Loch Ness from Edinburgh

We are dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. With our expert local guides, you will be able to explore the stunning landscap...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 221 reviews
12h

Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Loch Shiel Tour from Edinburgh

Explore the Highlands as you travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe to the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The spectacular scenery features filming locations from ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 108 reviews
7h–8h

Private Central Highlands Driving Tour

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 ...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 405 reviews
12h

Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish

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...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 220 reviews
11h

St Andrews & Cliffs and Dunnottar Castle in Spanish.

Visit with us the city history of St Andrews, Dunnottar Castle, the bridges of South Queensferry and Falkland, famous for representing Inverness in th...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 6417 reviews
12h

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William

Take in the stunning Highland locations made famous by the Harry Potter and James Bond film series. Passing famous landmarks such as Linlithgow Palac...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 439 reviews
9h

Private Tour of the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

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...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 105 reviews
12h 30m

Excursión a las Highlands, Mirador de la Reina y William Wallace

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...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 6699 reviews
12h 30m

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands

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...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 221 reviews
12h

Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Departing Edinburgh, travel north into Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, with a relaxed morning refreshment stop in the Highland town of Ca...

Free cancellation
4.8
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