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St Andrews & Fife Coast Tour from Edinburgh

4.9 · 36 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Edinburgh Operated by Highland Explorer Tours Ltd Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
8h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
09:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Anstruther, St Andrews and Falkland shape this coastal day out, with free time in St Andrews.

A guide and air-conditioned transport are included, but you need to reach the departure point yourself; hotel pickup and meals are excluded. 4.86 from 36 reviews at €83 per person for 8h.

In our comparison: #46 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €83 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local English Speaking Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Children from €80 (ages 5 to 16). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Reviews

4.9
36 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 36 of 36

Star breakdown of all 36 ratings

5 stars
31 · 86%
4 stars
5 · 14%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, varied stops and bus comfort; no recurring drawback is evident in this review sample.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides combine Scottish history with engaging stories and humour
  • St Andrews and the coastal villages offer varied places to explore
  • Comfortable buses and the small group format make the journey enjoyable
  • Music and playlists add to the enjoyment of the drive
  • Well spaced stops and a balanced mix of driving and exploring

Complaints

  • No recurring complaint is supported by the supplied reviews

Written by Guidekin from the 30 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (12 February 2026 to 24 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
This tour will depart at 9am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for your designated queue. Our staff will check you in for the tour. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00 on Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat; scheduled through October 2026 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Highland Explorer Tours Ltd; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5. Anyone under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. There are no maximum age restrictions.

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Children from €80 ages 5 to 16

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #46 of 90€838h4.86 (36)shared
Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish€7812h4.98 (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 #46 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €944, median €78; 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 €83 per adult