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Edinburgh: St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife

4.7 Great 522 reviews
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8h 45m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

Free time in St Andrews lets you explore independently alongside visits to the fishing villages of Fife. Air-conditioned transport and live commentary are included; attraction tickets and meals are extra. 4.71 from 522 reviews at €68 per person for 8h 45m.

From the guide

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 - Scotland's home of golf. Discover its cobbled streets, spectacular cathedral, as well as the fishing villages of Fife.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 09:00
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00. Scheduled through September 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

In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Knowledgeable driver-guide

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Attraction Tickets
On-board restrooms: Restroom on board
On-board WiFi: WiFi on board

Itinerary

Aberdour Stop 1
We leave Edinburgh, crossing the iconic Forth Bridge, into the ancient “Kingdom of Fife”, passing through Aberdour before continuing into the East Neuk of Fife.
Pass by
Anstruther Harbour Stop 2
We stop in the town of Anstruther, home of the Scottish Fisheries Museum, then we travel through the villages of Pittenweem, Crail and St. Monans, once thriving fishing centres which were made prosperous by trade within the continent.
45 min
St. Andrews Stop 3
We arrive in the beautiful medieval town of St. Andrews in time for lunch. Here you can enjoy a walk around the town, where Prince William met Kate, home to the oldest university in Scotland, famous Cathedral (optional extra) and golf course. Enjoy approximately three hours of free time to explore its medieval buildings and wonderful cobbled streets in the centre, and have lunch and refreshments.
3h
Falkland Stop 4
Heading homewards we travel across the Lomond hills to Falkland for a photo stop. The village was used as the setting for 1960s Inverness in the Outlander series.
15 min
South Queensferry Stop 5
Enjoy a fantastic photo stop at South Queenferry, offering spectacular views of the 3 bridges that cross the Forth.
15 min

Departure & Return

Start point

Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park. What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works

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End point

Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park. What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 4 years old.
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
  • Unfortunately due to health and safety concerns St. Andrews Castle & Cathedral are currently partially closed.
  • Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #78 of 90€688h 45m4.71 (522)shared
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Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William€5412h4.93 (6417)shared
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands€5412h 30m4.92 (6699)shared

Ranked #78 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

From € 68 / person