Top Scotland Bus Tours

Knowing the best spots for a quintessential British experience in Edinburgh can be tricky. Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea on a vintage Routemaster bus tour, and cruise past city landmarks including Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace as you sample fresh scones, sandwiches, and tea. Choose a departure time to suit your schedule, and capture stylish snaps on board the classic vehicle.

To make the most of your time in the Scottish Highlands, a tour that packs plenty into your itinerary is a must. On this small-group option from Edinburgh, check off multiple highlights in just two days—with all the logistics taken care of. Make the most of photo ops at Loch Ness and Glen Coe, delve into the history of Culloden Battlefield, take a riverside stroll at Dunkeld, and admire Glenfinnan Viaduct (seasonal), famed for its role in the "Harry Potter™" movies.

Discover the key attractions of Glencoe and the Scottish Highlands on a small-group tour from Glasgow, blending nature, history, and culture for an immersive Scottish experience. Benefit from all-inclusive swift transportation, optimizing your time at each location. Itinerary highlights include a brief hike on the West Highland Way, a stroll along Loch Lomond's banks, and a tour of one of Hollywood's favorite filming locations, Glencoe.

Head off on a Scottish seaside adventure with your very own kilted Scotsman guide. Travel up the North East coast from Aberdeen, and find hidden gems all along the coastline, including caves, historic castles and ruins, and even places to find puffins and dolphins. Stop at the village of Cullen for a light lunch, then continue your journey, enjoying scenic views as you travel.

Travel from Glasgow to 3 different distilleries, and learn about what it takes to make a perfect-tasting whisky. You will visit a combination of distilleries who make whisky in the Highlands or Lowlands regions of Scotland, crafting luxury spirits with local barley and spring water. Taste how each whisky is different, and hear about the history of Scotland’s national drink.

Explore further afield without having to worry about hiring a car or navigating unfamiliar roads on a tour that reveals attractions that lie outside of Edinburgh’s city center. This private tour comes with the flexibility to tweak your route and itinerary to include historic castles and chapel, scenic natural landscapes, or art galleries and antique stores.

Take three days to explore the dramatic landscapes of the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye on this small-group tour from Glasgow by minivan. Admire the rugged beauty along Scotland’s windswept northwest coastline, with stops at Eilean Donan Castle and Loch Ness. Stay overnight, including breakfast, in Portree, located on the country’s second-largest island. Enjoy one free day to explore the Isle of Skye on your own. Numbers are limited to 16 people to ensure a personalized experience with your guide.

Soak up Scotland’s majestic countryside on a small-group day tour of the Highlands from Edinburgh. Cover several of the region's highlights on one tour without the need to plan an itinerary. See Loch Lomond, Trossachs National Park, and Stirling Castle, the coronation place of Mary, Queen of Scots. You have the flexibility to explore the grounds or purchase an optional tour of the castle’s interiors.

Discover Northumberland’s fascinating past on a stress-free, small-group day trip from Edinburgh. Avoid the hassle of navigating buses or tide schedules as you cross into England and visit the island of Lindisfarne (also known as Holy Island). There, explore its ancient Christian roots and Viking history. Continue to magnificent Alnwick Castle, famed for its real-life royal heritage and film appearances in "Harry Potter™" and "Downton Abbey"—and return to Scotland having checked off two fascinating historic landmarks.

Exploring the Scottish Highlands can be tricky without a car, but this tour makes it easy to take in the region's natural beauty, and several castles, in just one day. Learn about Scotland’s history from your guide as you take in views over Loch Awe, enjoy free time in Oban, visit the haunting valley of Glen Coe and more.

Exploring the Highlands is a must-do when in Scotland but getting around can be tricky. Skip the hassle of navigating public transport or driving on unfamiliar roads by booking this guided tour. From Edinburgh's Loch Ness Discovery Centre, head north to the most important Highland destinations, including Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Great Glen and Loch Ness.

Board a special bistro bus for a driving tour of Glasgow complete with afternoon tea. See the city’s top attractions including the West End and Glasgow University while snacking on sandwiches, scones, and cupcakes. You can also enjoy the perk of having unlimited tea or coffee available too. To give you more flexibility you can choose from a variety of departure times to suit your schedule.

Explore the Highlands as you travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe to the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The spectacular scenery features filming locations from Skyfall, Highlander and Harry Potter. Explore Glenfinnan and enjoy the panoramic views. Take your time to capture great photos and even view the Jacobite Steam Train crossing the viaduct (April - October only).

LEAVES FROM WATERLOO PLACE or JOIN AT ANY STOP What better way to experience Edinburgh than on board this live guided hop on, hop off city tour. Each guide has different stories about this beautiful city - get the best views from upstairs on this half-topped bus. Why not take a complete tour to get your bearings before deciding where to hop off and explore further. Lots of discounts available with your ticket around the tour route too, make sure you pick up a brochure on board.

Explore the highlights of the Kingdom of Fife without the hassle of driving or waiting for buses and trains. This private tour is exclusively for your party and can be tailored to your own interests, whether that's seeing the famed Old Course in St. Andrews, exploring the fishing villages of the East Neuk, admiring Falkland Palace and Garden, or sampling whisky and aqua vitae at the historic Lindores Abbey Distillery.

Discover Glasgow at your own pace. This private tour takes you to Glasgow's most-important landmarks, as well as some hidden gems, and can be customized to your own interests and preferences. Your driver/guide will provide fascinating insights to the city and its attractions and answer any questions you may have.

Explore Scotland’s royal history without navigating public transportation or managing a complex sightseeing route on your own. This private tour in a premium minivan focuses on sites connected to Mary Queen of Scots, making it a convenient and more personalized experience for history-focused travelers. Visit landmarks including Stirling Castle, Falkland Palace, and Edinburgh Castle while gaining deeper historical insight along the way.

Discover Scotland from a different perspective—and explore parts of the country you’d otherwise miss—on this tour of filming locations from the hit TV series Outlander, including round-trip transfers from Edinburgh. Visit a historic village, see landmarks including Midhope Castle and Falkland Palace, and learn why the setting is so perfect for Claire and Jamie’s story. Along the way, stay refreshed with Scottish snacks and bottled water included.

Explore the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands—and even visit “Outlander” filming locations—on this small-group tour from Inverness. Following pickup from your hotel, hop aboard an air-conditioned vehicle and head into nature. Visit the Bronze Age–era Clava Cairns and the Culloden Battlefield. Then, look out for Nessie at Loch Ness before exploring the 1,000-year-old Urquhart Castle. As you go, learn all about Scottish history, and see where “Outlander” was shot.

Witness the mythical splendor of Loch Ness and the ruins of Urquhart Castle conveniently, without the hassle of having to rent a car, on this coach and boat trip from Inverness. Take a leisurely boat ride to Urquhart Castle—keeping your eyes peeled for the famed Loch Ness monster—where you’ll learn about the site’s bloody history and enjoy scenic views of the Scottish countryside.

Ticking off attractions in mountainous Scotland can be difficult on a self-led tour. Discover Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, and the Scottish Highlands on a 3-day tour from Glasgow, with convenient round-trip transfer by air-conditioned coach. Customize your journey to suit you with the option to book with or without accommodation, and gain insight into the historic region from your guide’s commentary.

Don’t let limited time in Scotland stop you from visiting natural wonders such as the Isle of Skye and the Scottish Highlands. This 3-day tour from Edinburgh takes you beyond the capital to parts of the country that many visitors miss, while taking care of all travel logistics. You'll be able to soak up much more scenery as someone else drives. Two nights accommodation and breakfasts are included.

Skip the hassle of planning logistics independently and enhance your experience of Scotland’s spectacular Highlands on a 3-day guided trip to the Isle of Skye from Edinburgh. Immerse yourself in the windswept landscapes and local legends of the Scottish Highlands as you visit the county of Dunkeld, famed for its association with Shakespeare’s "Macbeth," and Loch Ness, home to the mythical Loch Ness monster, then discover the dramatic beauty of the Isle of Skye.

Get out of the city and see several of Scotland's top attractions in just one day on this tour from Glasgow. Skip the hassle of renting a car or navigating public transit and admire the largest equine sculptures in the world, the Kelpies; see "Outlander" filming locations in Culross and Falkland; and explore the home of golf, St. Andrews.