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The Pirate's Riddle: An Outdoor Treasure Hunt

4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
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2h 45m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Private tour Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

4.8
41 reviews
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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

Solve pirate puzzles using a physical bag of objects and features of the city on a private tour for your party. Equipment and game master support are included; moderate fitness is required and the activity is priced per group. 4.8 from 41 reviews at €65 per group/vehicle for 2h 45m.

From the guide

The puzzles are similar to those you would find in an escape room. Instead of escaping a room you will be working through a story and ultimately discovering some facts about Scotland's pirates and pirate myths.
We are different to most other treasure hunts because we provide a physical bag and the entire game is played using a combination of objects along with permanent features of the city.
You will only need your phone to contact the game master if you're stuck or need help. You'll need a phone with internet (preferably Whatssapp) for this.
This is a small business and a work of passion created by some local tour guides that love games.

Schedule & Availability

Runs Mon, Fri, Sat
Departs: 12:00
Scheduled through July 2027

This tour runs Mon, Fri, Sat, departing at 12:00. Scheduled through July 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

Pirate equipment and puzzles
Game master

Departure & Return

Start point

Bottom of Calton Hill on Regent Road. At the foot of the stairs. Look for pirate bags and a pink umbrella.

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End point

Bottom of Calton Hill on Regent Road. At the foot of the stairs. Look for pirate bags and a pink umbrella.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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 Private Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #43 of 55€65 per group2h 45m4.8 (41)private
The Potter Trail Private Tour€951h 30m4.97 (2540)private
Luxury Private Tour of The Highlands Loch Ness from Edinburgh€1302 per group10h5.0 (198)private
Private Old Edinburgh Tour - Walk in the footsteps of Royals and Rogues!€131 per group2h4.99 (242)private

Ranked #43 of 55 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €61 to €1517, median €238; typical length 7h 30m. 55 of 55 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 55 Private Tours

From € 65 per group