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.
This popular very small group tour of around 12 passengers explores Holy Island - scene of the first Viking invasion of Britain - and Alnwick Castle (...
When you visit a country, you often don't want modern buildings, fancy restaurants, and WiFi points. You simply want to step inside a nature documenta...
Enjoy a relaxing one-day tour to St Andrews from Edinburgh. This tour allows for a relaxed journey, offering plenty of free time to explore St Andrews...
Contrast elegant architecture with sweeping coastal views. Compare the ruins of a wind-swept castle with the curves of an ancient golf course. And vis...
Nowhere in Scotland is more riddled with mystery than Rosslyn Chapel. There’s the connection to the Knights Templar and the Holy Grail. Some even beli...
Enjoy a full-day trip in Spanish from Edinburgh to Inverness and Urquhart Castle. Stroll along the banks of the river Ness and catch sight of the cast...
Embark on an unforgettable 12-hour adventure from Edinburgh and experience the very best of the Scottish Highlands. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury ...
A perfect tour for Harry Potter fans; visit Glenfinnan Viaduct, famous for the Hogwarts Express, and take your iconic photo as the train crosses the b...
Discover the beauty and history of Scotland on our small-group tour to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond, travelling in comfort aboard a luxury Mercedes...
Explore some of Scotland's most iconic sites and stunning scenery with this unique guided day tour from Edinburgh and witness the unique site of Glen ...
This one-day tour from Edinburgh takes you sightseeing at the impressive Kelpies, to beautiful Loch Lomond, the magnificent Trossachs National Park an...
Enjoy a 1-day tour of the country and experience a fantastic introduction to Scotland through three of the country's most famous elements: castles, lo...
Immerse yourself in spectacular scenery, beguiling mystery and dramatic history on this day trip from Edinburgh. Traveling to the Scottish Highlands, ...
This 12 hour tour will fit in as much of Scotland as can possibly done in one day! You will witness the stunning scenery of Glencoe and Ben Nevis befo...
Enjoy a unique experience visiting some of the most charming places in Scotland: Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Great Glen and, of course, Loch Ness. This is the...
Tours and prices on this page last updated October 1, 2026
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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...