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

4.9 Excellent 220 reviews
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9h 30m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

Blair Castle, Queen’s View and a riverside walk give this Highlands outing several stops to explore on foot. A guide, live commentary and air-conditioned mini-coach transport are included; attraction entry fees are extra. 4.88 from 220 reviews at €94 per person for 9h 30m.

From the guide

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, lochs, photo opportunities, a riverside walk, a battlefield, history, heroes and highland cows. Enjoy lots of time off the bus, perfect for those who want to experience Highland scenery and nature at a relaxing pace. Highlights include mighty Blair Castle, the stunning Highland viewpoint of Queen’s View and a short riverside and waterfall walk at The Hermitage.

Schedule & Availability

Runs Tue, Thu, Sun
Departs: 09:00
Scheduled through October 2027

This tour runs Tue, Thu, Sun, departing at 09:00. Scheduled through October 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

Local guide
Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes mini coach
Live commentary on board
Small group tour - average group size of around 12 passengers
Driver/Guide

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Attraction Entrance Fees

Itinerary

Dunkeld Cathedral Stop 1
Stroll through quaint narrow streets and/or visit Dunkeld Cathedral (free of charge).
45 min
Blair Castle & Gardens Stop 2
Lunch is available in the castle restaurant.
1h 30m
Queen's View Stop 3
Stop at Queen’s View with its much-admired Highland vista along Loch Tummel towards the distant peaks of Glen Coe.
30 min
The Hermitage Stop 4
This lovely riverside walk takes us past some of the tallest trees in Britain to a spectacular waterfall and viewpoint where salmon can often be seen leaping the falls.
45 min
Forth Bridge Stop 5
Enjoy spectacular views of the bridges spanning the river Forth.
Pass by
Photo opportunities with Highland cattle ('hairy coos Stop 6
)
30 min

Departure & Return

Start point

This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ. (opposite Howie's Restaurant) Please arrive no later than 08.45

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End point

This tour departs from (and returns to) Bus Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ. (opposite Howie's Restaurant) Please arrive no later than 08.45

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Small group tour - average group size of 12 passengers
  • Minimum age is 5 years old
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions (unless it is unsafe to do so), please dress appropriately
  • Please inform us 7 days in advance if you are bringing a service animal

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
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Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #28 of 90€949h 30m4.88 (220)shared
Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish€7712h4.98 (405)shared
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William€5412h4.93 (6417)shared
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands€5412h 30m4.92 (6699)shared

Ranked #28 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €940, median €77; typical length 10h. 26 of 90 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 90 Day Trips from Edinburgh

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