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.
Explore Scotland's scenic east coast on a full-day tour to St Andrews and the Fife coast. Visit charming fishing villages like Anstruther, known for i...
The Loch Lomond tour from Edinburgh has a little of everything that Scotland has to offer, from a leisurely cruise on bonnie Loch Lomond to the mounta...
Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and follow in the footsteps of great Scottish heroes on this historic and...
Enjoy a day of whisky and waterfalls on a small-group day trip from Edinburgh, led by a friendly local guide! After a stop in Falkirk to see the Kelpi...
16 clients maxiumum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Blackness Castle, used as Fort William in Outlander, and learn wh...
Experience the magic of Scotland’s Highlands with your own exclusive private tour, arranged by Highland Experience Tours. Departing from Edinburgh, ...
Whisky - love it or loathe it, you can’t ignore it. Join us on a small-group tour that has a taste of it all! Scotland’s national drink is a fiery, f...
Chat with us if you'd like to adapt the day's itinerary to help you see what matters most to you. Travel in a Luxurious, Mercedes-Benz Premium Miniv...
16 clients maximum - Small Group Tour Consistently awarded 5 Star Tour You'll have plenty of time to explore the famous and historic town of St Andre...
Visit the medieval city of Stirling, historical St Andrews and a whisky distillery on this comprehensive day trip from Edinburgh. With an expert guide...
On this incredible tour, we explore the beautiful Scottish Highlands seeing castles, lochs, sculptures and perhaps some ‘Hairy Coos’ along the way. D...
Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a classic one day tour to Loch Ness. Traveling through spectacular Hi...
Runs 7 April - 22 October 2026 (selected dates) Escape the city for the day by coach and follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous wizard, H...
Take a small-group day trip from Edinburgh to the beautiful Scottish Highlands and get to know Loch Lomond, Trossachs National Park and Stirling Castl...
Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and travel to the amazing and mysterious 15th century Rosslyn Chapel, acr...
Tours and prices on this page last updated October 1, 2026
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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...