Top Scotland Day Trips

Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Day Tour

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands

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12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Highlands and Loch Ness 3-Day Tour

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from $99

3 daysFree Cancellation

Explore the stunning Scottish Highlands on a full-day excursion that includes Glencoe and Loch Ness. Set out from Edinburgh aboard a comfortable coach to experience some of the area's top sights and attractions. Enjoy a chance to escape the bustle of modern life as you learn the fascinating history of Glencoe—a village made famous as a setting for movies in the “James Bond” and “Harry Potter” series—and see the world-renowned Loch Ness too,

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Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Scotland’s rugged landscapes and historic castles provide a spectacular backdrop to the hit TV series "Outlander," but you’ll need a guide if you want to follow in the footsteps of your favorite characters. This full-day, small-group tour from Edinburgh includes an air-conditioned vehicle and visits memorable filming locations such as Doune Castle, Culross, and Falkland. Make the most of your trip by upgrading to include admission to all of the historic attractions.

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from $68

Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

"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.

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Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

8 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover the dramatic beauty, history and mystery of Scotland on this full-day trip from Edinburgh. Aboard a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, wind through the Scottish Highlands and marvel at the majesty of Cairngorms National Park and the mysterious Loch Ness—fabled home of the elusive water monster, Nessie. Spot the famous Urquhart Castle en route and hear about legendary warfare like the battles of William Wallace and the massacre of Glen Coe in the 17th century.

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Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

13 hoursFree Cancellation

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Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness

Explore the rugged beauty of the Scottish countryside with a guide who speaks English and Spanish, showing you local landmarks and some of the most scenic spots on this tour from Edinburgh. Sit back, relax, and let your guide plan the itinerary and handle all the driving while you watch the lush landscape roll by your car window. See Luss, the Kelpies, the Glen Ogle Viaduct, and lots more.

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from $109

Edinburgh: The Kelpies, Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Trossachs

Edinburgh: The Kelpies, Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Trossachs

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Loch Shiel Tour from Edinburgh

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GREENOCK (GLASGOW) SHORE EXCURSION: Scotland Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

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8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Oban, Highland Lochs, Glens,Castles and Glencoe Tour from Glasgow

See castle ruins, rugged landscapes, and tranquil lakes during this full-day coach tour of the Western Highlands. Set off in the morning from Glasgow, and spot the picturesque Loch Lomond as you go. You’ll head to Inveraray, where you can explore its castle (own expense); Oban, where you can opt to taste fresh seafood; Glencoe, where you can take in the wild scenery; plus traditional pubs, viewing points, and more.

Oban, Highland Lochs, Glens,Castles and Glencoe Tour from Glasgow

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $77

Visit Eilean Donan Castle and the spectacular Isle of Skye on a full-day trip from Inverness, and explore an iconic Scottish landscape of wind-swept valleys, rock formations, and coastal cliffs. Travel in a Mercedes mini-coach, following a route through the mountains of Wester Ross on your way to Eilean Donan Castle and the Isle of Skye, then visit the island’s highlights with an experienced guide. This full-day tour departs from central Inverness, and it’s the perfect introduction for first-time visitors to the Isle of Skye.

Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

Step off the tourist trail and explore the Scottish capital’s hidden secrets on this underground walking tour in Edinburgh. Follow a guide from the South Bridge in Edinburgh Old Town down below street level, where a series of ancient vaults lie. As you explore the dark passageways, learn why the vaults were built, hear of the poor souls who sought refuge in the depths and discover a hidden witchcraft temple. Gain insight into city life during the 18th century, and learn of the deadly diseases which threatened Edinburgh’s inhabitants.

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Underground Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh Old Town

Underground Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh Old Town

1 hourFree Cancellation

Travel from Edinburgh to St. Andrews and Fife on this day trip from Edinburgh. Cross the Forth Road Bridge into the Kingdom of Fife and pass by the coastal villages of East Neuk. Then pay homage to the town of St. Andrews, home to Scotland's oldest university and the Old Course, where golf is routinely played. Driving in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, see Falkland and the Lomond Hills. Enjoy a small-group tour for a memorable and personalized experience.

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from $33

St Andrews is a charming town for shopping and afternoon tea.

St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Greenock Cruise Port Shore Excursion – Small Group West Coast Scotland Day Tour (All Entry Fees Included). Most Popular Day Tour from Greenock Port! For a relaxing day of world-class sightseeing on Scotland’s stunning west coast, this is the ideal Greenock Cruise Port day tour for cruise ship passengers looking for a memorable and stress-free shore excursion. The No 1 Cruise excursion from Greenock Port! Designed specifically as a Greenock shore excursion, this small group tour allows you to experience the very best of Scotland in comfort whilst travelling in style aboard one of our Mercedes Minivans at a relaxed pace. Whether you’re visiting as a couple, family, or private group, this personalised day tour from Greenock Cruise Port ensures you maximise your limited time ashore. This Top Value Tour has a Maximum of 7 passengers per vehicle.

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from $85

Greenock Cruise Excursion- Lochs and Castle Tour. Entry fees Inc.

Greenock Cruise Excursion- Lochs and Castle Tour. Entry fees Inc.

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Highland Lochs, Glens and Castles Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

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10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Trade the city’s bustle for a magical day in nature on this Harry Potter-themed excursion into the Scottish Highlands. In the morning, set off from Edinburgh and enjoy sightseeing stops en route, including the fishing village of Mallaig. Then, board the Jacobite Steam Train (a double for the Hogwarts Express) and travel along the Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous in the films. Finally, see Glencoe’s dramatic scenery before your return trip.

Hogwarts Express and Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

Hogwarts Express and Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

13 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Loch Ness, Outlander & Urquhart Castle from Inverness

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from $276

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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from $73

Edinburgh: St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife

8 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

What could be more quintessentially Scottish than lochs and castles? Travel through the photo-worthy West Highlands, visit the haunting glen of Glencoe and stop at Loch Lomond on this day trip from Glasgow by Mercedes minivan. Numbers are limited to 16 passengers to ensure a more personalized experience with an informative guide, who offers insightful commentary at Kilchurn Castle, Inveraray town, Castle Stalker and more.

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from $79

Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs & Castles Small Group Day Tour from Glasgow

Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs & Castles Small Group Day Tour from Glasgow

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $84

The Isle of Skye is one of Scotland's best destinations. But, if your time is limited, it can be difficult to squeeze in a trip by public transit or rental car. Skip the hassle by leaving the planning logistics to the experts. This full-day tour takes you from Inverness to Skye where you'll visit all of the island's top sights, including Portree, Kilt Rock and Fairy Pools. Along the way, you'll stop at mainland attractions including Eilean Donan Castle.

The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness

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Standing Stones, Inveraray and Kilchurn Castles & Highland Tour starting Glasgow

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

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Cathy_M, Sep 2026

THE Outlander Tour to Take in Scotland — Absolutely Incredible!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Absolute MUST for Outlander Fans! This Outlander Tour was everything a fan could ask for and more! From beginning to end, it was an absolutely fantastic experience. Our tour guide, Ryan, was excellent. He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much interesting history, behind-the-scenes information, and fun facts throughout the day. One of my favorite touches was that when he wasn’t sharing stories with us, he played music from Outlander while we drove between locations. It made the whole experience feel even more special and completely immersed us in the world of Outlander. If you’re a die-hard Outlander fan, this is the tour for you! Seeing the actual filming locations in person was incredible, and I highly recommend purchasing the option that allows you to go inside the castles. It is absolutely worth it and adds so much to the experience. This was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Scotland. We loved every minute of it and would highly recommend this tour — and Ryan — to any Outlander fan! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

Chris_M, Sep 2026

Isle of Skye Experience

Highly recommend this tour if you like to see beautiful places all over the Isle of Skye in a short time, best of course in good weather. It was a joy with our tour guide Jason who told us a lot of interesting stories and switched a few stops to optimise the time for photos in sunny weather conditions.

Loch Ness, Outlander & Urquhart Castle from Inverness

Sara_C, Sep 2026

Fantastic way to view Inverness sights - Thank you Karen!

Karen was a fantastic tour guide. Friendly, knowledgeable, and organized. She maximized our time to show us as many things as she could, and gave us lots of local recommendations and information. Many of the sites we saw, we could have easily spent hours at without seeing everything, but we had a good amount of time to see most of it. Culloden battlefield museum could easily be an entire afternoon trip on it's own though; there is so much to see and read! Would highly recommend, I don't often do tours but I would do this again in a heartbeat with her!

Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

Keelie_B, Sep 2026

I loved being able to see...

I loved being able to see places from the show. It was so fun with enough time at each stop that we didn’t feel rushed at all, which is not always the case. I also liked that it was a smaller group. Mary was great as our guide. She had a great attitude and told great stories and history about Edinburgh.

Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs & Castles Small Group Day Tour from Glasgow

Tiffany_M, Aug 2026

100% recommended!

Graham was a wonderful tour guide! He was full of history, interesting facts, and plenty of humor to keep us laughing all day. He made everyone on the bus feel welcome and went out of his way to give us a great day, including an unplanned detour to put us face to face with a hairy coo. In addition to the wonderful tour guide, the tour itself was delightful, with stellar scenery, fascinating history, and perfect pacing. (I confess I was worried that I would find myself in need of a toilet on the bus but the tour had plenty of stops so this did not become an issue.). I 100% recommend this tour and would take the very same tour again in a heartbeat!

Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

Isabelle_G, Aug 2026

A great day trip out of Edinburgh

We had a one day tour with Alistair, the driver. Went to Loch Lomond, the Kelpies, Stirling Castle and Callander. We had a terrific time at each of these places. Alistair did a great job of providing the right amount of background while deftly and safely driving our motor coach. Thank you!

Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour

Kimberly_C, Aug 2026

Excellent tour guide

We had an excellent tour guide named Shaqif. He was funny, told Scotland history stories and did impressions of Jamie. I would do this tour again with him. The one thing that could be better with the tour is Lallybrouch was only one room and that was pretty much it. The outside looks just like in the show. We also got to see highland cattle! So cute! Over all this was a 5 star tour.

Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

rhonda_p, Jul 2026

Hairy Coos and Loch Ness

The whole day was brilliant Our driver Steven B was lovely Be aware of the first stop and the Hairy Coo with wicked red eyes , he was beautiful but don’t get too close Loch Ness is beautiful do yourself a favor and do both the boat and the castle- loads of history Oh and on the boat have the highland hot chocolate it left me warm for the rest of the day (Whiskey and hot chocolate who’d of thought) Perfect combination Also take your lunch or buy a sandwich at the first stop the castle cafe was out of control Unfortunately for us due to a car accident we couldn’t finish said tour, Steven our driver back tracked and took us to a beautiful village on the way home Even though we didn’t see all of what was in the tour we had a brilliant day The highlands are beautiful

Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

Nancy_A, May 2026

Fantastic trip to Isle of Skye

Sonia was a fantastic guide. She had the right mix of humor, storytelling and history. The beautiful scenery speaks for itself but she added her gift for storytelling which made the whole experience that much better. If I could change one thing it would be to have fewer stops but stay longer at a few like Portree and Eilean Donan Castle.

Hogwarts Express and the Scenic Highlands Day Tour from Inverness

Julie_K, May 2026

Wonderful Highland Tour from Inverness

If you are looking for a train to be part of the tour, that didn't happen due to a last-minute change from the railroad operators. HOWEVER, our tour guide, Louise, was fantastic and safely drove us around the Highlands to visit some beautiful places, and we saw everything that we would have seen on the train (which I have experienced before). She was a beast at handling the bus on those "wiggly-squiggly" roads (as she described them), and I was happy to take a break from driving on the left side of the road and let her navigate us. As a native Scot, she told us many wonderful tales of Highland traditions along the way. She even quoted poetry! I always felt safe while she was driving, and she was professional and lots of fun.

Hogwarts Express and Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

Melissa_B, Sep 2025

This tour was amazing, we...

This tour was amazing, we had Cara as a driver and she was phenomenal! So knowledgeable and hilarious. It wasn’t a 100% Harry Potter tour but both Cara and the train staff was absolutely incredible at pointing out every Harry Potter point of interest. Bus was also comfortable.