Day Trips & Excursions in Edinburgh

Discover the rural majesty of Scotland on a private, full-day trip to historic landmarks like Doune Castle, the Trossachs and Lomond from Edinburgh. While travelling through a region known as 'Braveheart country', you'll see Stirling Castle, the battlefield of Bannockburn and the Wallace Monument. Before lunch, you'll admire the dramatic landscapes of The Trossachs National Park and then gaze at the shimmering surface of Loch Lomond, a picturesque lake shrouded in legend. On this private tour, you'll receive undivided attention from your guide while enjoying select Scottish sights.

Take in top natural attractions including Glencoe, Ben Nevis and Loch Ness on this 1-day tour from Edinburgh. Pass the iconic Stirling Castle on route through the Trossachs, then head onto Rannoch Moor and Glencoe - a region steeped in history. Explore Fort William and Ben Nevis with a guide, then follow the Great Glen to the village of Fort Augustus. After lunch on the shores of Loch Ness, pass Loch Laggan and stop for a stroll in a Highland village. Then, admire the Forth Bridge on route back to Edinburgh.

Experience the enchantment of the Scottish Highlands on a small-group, 2-day trip from Edinburgh. As you travel through spectacular scenery, you'll visit historical highlights like Doune Castle and witness the natural splendor of Loch Ness and Glen Coe. Delve into the history of Culloden battlefield, take a riverside stroll at Dunkeld and recognize Glenfinnian Viaduct, famed for its role in the 'Harry Potter' films. B&B or hostel accommodation is reserved but not included in the price. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 16 people.

Explore the ancestral home of Scottish monarchs on a private full-day tour of the Fife Coast, Dunfermline and St Andrews. From Edinburgh, you'll travel through the dramatic Scottish countryside and absorb panoramic views of the Forth Rail Bridge and the ruins of Dunfermline Abbey. Surrender to the picturesque charm of East Neuk, a rugged stretch of coastline peppered with quaint villages, and delve into the medieval history of St Andrews, considered the religious capital of Scotland. On this private tour, you'll receive undivided attention from your guide.  

Travel from Edinburgh over the Scottish border to England and back on this 1-day borders and Alnwick Castle tour from Edinburgh. Visit the impressive ruins of Melrose Abbey where Robert the Bruce's heart is buried, with a guide. Take an optional tour of Alnwick Castle, made famous in the 'Harry Potter' movies, and learn to fly like a wizard! Explore the grand salons and underground cellars, or take a stroll through the gardens.

Experience the legend and mystery of Rosslyn Chapel and the Holy Grail on this 6-hour 'Da Vinci Code' tour from Edinburgh. In a small group, travel to the charming town of Melrose and through the Scottish borderlands. Explore Melrose Abbey and Rosslyn Chapel, and hear intriguing tales of Cistercian monks, the Knights Templar and Robert the Bruce.

See the best of Scotland in one action-packed day on this 12.5-hour Glencoe, Loch Ness and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh. Pass Stirling Castle on route to Kilmahog with a guide, then continue through Rannoch Moor to the soaring Highland peaks of Glen Coe. Head along the banks of Loch Linnhe to Fort William and gaze over Ben Nevis - Scotland's highest mountain. Enjoy free time to explore Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, and learn the famous legend of Nessie! Visit Inverness, then travel through the mighty Grampian Mountains to Edinburgh.

Experience Scotland's rugged countryside on a 10-hour Highlands and whisky tour from Edinburgh. In a small-group, visit Scotland's hilly Lowlands and forested Highlands, where you'll spot waterfalls and migrating salmon in the River Braan. Stop in quaint towns for refreshments and optional whisky tastings, and soak up the stunning landscape - a mosaic of verdant glens, loch and rivers. Along the way, learn the often dark history of this wild region.

Take in Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and the Scottish Highlands on this adventurous day trip from Edinburgh. Explore the bustling city of Glasgow with a guide and gain insight into its industrial past. Head into the Highlands for panoramic views over majestic Loch Lomond. Visit pretty towns and villages such as Aberfoyle, Balloch and Callander around the Trossachs National Park, and discover top attractions including 14th-century Doune Castle and Stirling Castle. Along the way, gain insight into Scotland's rich heritage and learn what makes the country so special.

Soak up Scotland's majestic countryside on a full-day tour of Highlands from Edinburgh. Aboard a comfortable coach, stop at Loch Lomond, the largest inland body of water in Great Britain. Wind through Trossachs National Park, spotted with moors, lochs and jutting peaks, and on to Stirling Castle, coronation place of Mary, Queen of Scots. Explore the grounds or purchase an optional tour of the castle's opulent interior rooms. On the return journey to Edinburgh, the tour stops at the Kelpies. The world's largest equine sculptures dedicated to the horse powered heritage of Central Scotland, designed by Andy Scott.

Follow in the footsteps of legends like Sir Isaac Newton, C.S.Lewis and John Harvard on a full-day tour of the university city of Cambridge from London. Kick off your visit with a guided sightseeing tour and a view of the city from the Tower of Saint Mary the Great, then head off on your own to explore further. Tour the prestigious university colleges and Botanic Garden, visit the Fitzwilliam Museum or sample regional specialties at the Cambridge Market, before traveling back to London.

Explore Loch Lomond and Stirling Castle, and delve into the world of William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Rob Roy on this 8.5-hour tour from Edinburgh. Visit Stirling Castle - widely considered among Scotland's most impressive fortresses - with a guide. Enjoy free time in the town of Callander. Then, head through the Trossachs National Park to the Highland village of Balloch, nestled by the banks of magical Loch Lomond. Perhaps enjoy a 1-hour lake cruise or enjoy capturing the pretty town of Luss on camera before the journey back to Edinburgh.

See a different side of Edinburgh as you explore the various filming locations of the area during this full-day small-group tour. Visit filming locations from popular films and movies including Game of Thrones, Outlander, Monty Python, and Mary, Queen of Scots. Take tours inside Craigmillar Castle, Blackness Castle, Linlithgow Palace, and Doune Castle throughout the day.

A jam packed day in the undiscovered regions of Fife and Dundee & Angus to uncover fascinating facts about Dunfermline, St Andrews and Dundee.

Explore the sights of the Scottish Highlands - from manmade landmarks like Blair Castle to natural attractions like lochs and waterfalls - on this day trip from Edinburgh. You'll visit Queen's View for photo ops; take a short riverside walk at The Hermitage; stop by a battlefield; admire mountains and Highland cows; learn about local history; and more. This small-group tour is limited to 16 people to provide a more personalized experience with a guide.

Follow the trail of the Romans through ancient Scotland on this full-day tour from Edinburgh! With an expert guide, visit millennia-old Roman ruins such as Hadrian's Wall, Dere Street, Birdoswald Fort, Steel Rigg, and soak up the beauty of Northumberland National Park, the Irthing Valley and the Southern Uplands. Travel with a small group to historic villages like Lanercost and hear the about Anglo-Scottish wars that once rattled the region.

Discover the rugged beauty and cultural splendor of the Scottish Borders on a 9.5-hour trip from Edinburgh. Aboard a comfortable coach, visit the market town of Kelso and the magnificent Alnwick Castle, a featured film setting in Downton Abbey and the Harry Potter Series. Soak up the beauty of Northumberland as you make a final stop in the ancient seaside town of Berwick-upon-Tweed.

Discover Scotland's scenic viewpoints, historic castles, and must-visit monuments during a private shore excursion designed especially for you. Start in Edinburgh and travel to Trossachs National Park with your professional driver. Enjoy a full day exploring the lochs and mountains, picturesque villages, medieval strongholds, and one of Scotland's oldest working whiskey distilleries.

It's nigh-on impossible to see both Cambridge and Oxford in one day by public transport. But there's more than just transport to this great-value coach tour. Enjoy the services of a professional guide, complete with walking tours of both the UK's great university cities, as well as free time for shopping or sightseeing.

Discover the jewels in Scotland's crown on this 1-day Loch Lomond, Stirling, and Deanston Distillery tour from Edinburgh. Listen as a guide sheds light on Scottish history on route from Edinburgh's Royal Mile to Stirling. Take an optional tour of Stirling Castle and enjoy fine city views from the Wallace Monument. Head to Loch Lomond in the Trossachs National Park and either take an optional cruise or stroll along the shoreline at your leisure. Finish your day with an optional Deanston Whisky Distillery tour and learn how drams are made.