Top Edinburgh Full-day Tours - page 2

Even if your time in Scotland is limited, you can still get out of the capital and into some of the country's best landscapes by booking this guided tour from Edinburgh. Visit historic sites such as Stirling Castle, modern wonders including the Kelpies, and one of Scotland's most beautiful places: Loch Lomond National Park. You also get a taste of Scotland's national drink at a whisky distillery.

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, 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 and hear the about Anglo-Scottish wars that once rattled the region. Entrance is included to Vindolanda and Roman Army Museum (Housesteads Roman Fort when Vindolanda is closed).

Save hours of research time with this comprehensive day tour of the Scottish Highlands, Glencoe, and Loch Ness. A full itinerary is planned out for you, and someone else takes care of the driving, so you can focus on the incredible views. During the tour, hear about the legend of Loch Ness, hike to see beautiful waterfalls in Tay Forest Park, and stop to admire views of the Glencoe mountains.

Check off Stirling Castle, the Kelpies monument, and Loch Lomond on this day trip from Edinburgh. Have a photo stop at one of the largest equine sculptures in the world—The Kelpies, then travel through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Finally, enjoy the perk of having admission to Stirling Castle included so you can go on an interior tour.

"Outlander" fans are sure to want to book this full-day tour that combines the hit TV show's filming locations with Scottish history, without the worry of figuring out logistics. Join this small-group tour from Edinburgh that visits key sites, including Culross, Doune Castle, Blackness Castle, Midhope Castle, and Linlithgow. Travel comfortably in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach while exploring the real settings behind the popular show.

See Puffins in Scotland! 16 clients maximum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Tantallon Castle that sits on top of dramatic cliffs on the beautiful east coast. Enjoy lunch in North Berwick and explore the seaside town. Embark on a boat tour to spot puffins, seals and more wildlife.

Experience parts of Scotland most visitors to Edinburgh don’t normally think to visit, during this private, one-day Highland Tour. Benefit from the local knowledge of your driver-guide and stop by hidden destinations and key attractions, such as Doune Castle, Glencoe, and the highest whisky distillery in Scotland: Dalwhinnie. Cover far more ground, far more comfortably, than you would be able to alone.

While there are lots of historic sights to explore in Edinburgh, there’s so much more to experience outside of the city. On this full-day tour, choose to explore a traditional whisky distillery to learn how one of Scotland’s most popular beverages gets made, or head to Blackness Castle to hear the role the stronghold played in local history.

Discover many of Scotland’s top attractions in one day—and enjoy a flexible, budget-friendly way to travel—on this full-day, small-group tour from Edinburgh. Set off via coach and head to the Kelpies: the largest equine sculpture in the world. Next, see scenic Loch Lomond with the chance to enjoy a cruise on its waters before a stop at Trossachs National Park. Finish the day with a visit to Stirling Castle. Note: all entrance tickets, boat ride, and lunch are at your own expense.

Experience the beauty of rural Scotland on a full-day tour of the West Highlands—with its lochs, mountains, and castles—from Edinburgh. Visit Doune Castle (all admissions own expense), admire fine views over shimmering lakes and soaring peaks, and enjoy free time and a visit to the castle in Inveraray. Then, head onward to Kilchurn Castle—one of Scotland's prettiest castles.

Leave the bustle of Edinburgh behind and discover the best of the Scottish Highlands in just one day on this private tour. Travel through Glendevon, the Sma’ Glen, Glen Quaich, and the Trossachs, then step inside Doune Castle, a 15th-century fortress featured in TV shows and movies before exploring the village of Kenmore at your own pace. Finish your day with a guided visit to Glenturret Distillery (own expense), Scotland’s oldest working distillery.

Experience the Scottish Highlands with your own guide to show you the best of what this area has to offer, from castles to the famous Highland cows. This private tour takes you from Edinburgh to Craigie’s Farm, Luss, Inveraray Castle, the Three Sisters, and more. Travel from attraction to attraction in a comfortable car with included snacks and bottled water.

Explore St Andrews and the ancient Kingdom of Fife on this beautiful and relaxing day tour. We’ll travel along Fife’s famous ‘Coastal Road’ bringing us through several of the area’s most stunning fishing villages. Whether you are a golf enthusiast or not, St Andrews is a must see. You’ll have around three hours to explore one of Scotland’s most beautiful medieval towns. The old course is the most famous golf course in the world. The village of Falkland lies at the foot of the Lomond Hills. Here you can wander around this lovely little village that stood in for Inverness in the Outlander tv series. You’ll have the opportunity to visit Falkland Palace.

Get out of the city and visit several atmospheric attractions, which double as movie locations, on this small-group tour from Edinburgh. Your journey starts at Rosslyn Chapel, a 15th-century masterpiece that appeared in *the Da Vinci Code*. Marvel at the Leaderfoot Viaduct, star of the most-recent Indiana Jones movie, then cross the border into England and see where Harry Potter took flying lessons at Alnwick Castle. Your final stop is the picturesque coastal village of St Abbs, which appeared in *Avengers: Endgame.*

Uncover the mysteries of Loch Ness on a day trip from Edinburgh that saves you the hassle of car hire. Set out north along Scotland's West Coast to experience one of the country's most iconic lochs. En route, pass some incredible sights as someone else takes the wheel, including the ruins of Linlithgow Palace, Ben Nevis, and dramatic Highlands landscapes. Your guide regales you with stories about the area that you won't find in the guidebook.

Explore St. Andrews and the pretty fishing villages of Fife, without the hassle of navigating, on this multi-stop day trip from Edinburgh. All in one day, discover pretty coastal villages before exploring historic St. Andrews. Enjoy free time to explore its castle and cathedral ruins, stroll along the harbor, or soak up the sunshine at your leisure. Afterward, travel through the pretty Lomond Hills en route back to Edinburgh.

Designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the world of whisky, this guided tour of the Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh is the ideal choice for travelers wanting to learn more about Scotland’s national drink. Learn about Scotland's whisky-producing regions and how the weather affects the flavor of your drink as well as the art of blending. View one of the world’s largest Scotch whisky collections and enjoy a guided tasting session.

Journey to the frontier of ancient Rome on this full-day tour of Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish borders from Edinburgh. First up is a tour of the 15th-century Rosslyn Chapel, famously featured in ‘The Da Vinci Code’ and renowned for its mysterious stone carvings and unique architecture. After lunch (not included), stop at Melrose Abbey, the burial site of King Robert the Bruce’s heart, and look out over the English border from Cheviot Hills, before walking along the UNESCO-listed Hadrian’s Wall.

Swap Edinburgh's well-beaten tourist trail for the natural beauty of the crowd-free East Lothian coast. This small-group tour takes you to the bucolic Archerfield Walled Garden; the well-preserved castles of Dirleton and Tantallon; the charming beach town of North Berwick, and to Athelstaneford, the birthplace of the Scottish saltire flag.

Appreciate the splendor of Scotland without having to worry about driving yourself on a full-day whisky and waterfalls trip from Edinburgh. Wind through the Scottish Highlands and marvel at the majesty of Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, then visit a whisky distillery for a tour, whisky sampling, and lunch (own expense). Traveling in an air-conditioned vehicle adds comfort while you learn about local culture and history with your guide.

Exploring Scotland beyond Edinburgh can feel daunting—with so much to see, where do you start? This full-day tour takes away the guesswork with a comprehensive itinerary and multiple stops. Leave the logistics to someone else as you visit the historic Stirling Castle (own expense), taste Scottish whisky at the Glengoyne Distillery, and travel through the picturesque Highlands to explore Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.

Take a private tour to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond and learn more about this wild landscape than you ever could alone. Set off from your hotel in a luxury minivan, and listen as your guide points out many points of interest along your journey. See Linlithgow Palace and Stirling Castle, learn about Scotland's historic royal families, then travel on to Loch Lomond and embrace the drama of the Trossachs National Park.

Discover the rugged beauty and cultural splendor of the Scottish Borders on a day trip from Edinburgh. Aboard a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-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 at the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Witness dramatic landscapes and majestic castles on a full-day trip through Scotland’s West Highlands from Edinburgh. With a knowledgeable guide, soak up stunning scenery from the rugged Breadalbane Mountains to The Trossachs National Park. Visit the villages of Luss and Inveraray, and hear tales of famous Scottish heroes and rebels. Movie buffs will love the visit to Doune Castle, film site of Monty Python and The Holy Grail.