Top Scotland Day Trips - page 4

Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian's Wall Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

(688)

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $123

4.6

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Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $92

5.0

(3)

Private Edinburgh Whisky Tour - Distilleries & Tastings

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $484

Price varies by group size

Leave Scotland’s busy capital behind—and make exploring the Highlands completely hassle-free–on this immersive day trip from Edinburgh. Check off many highlights in one day: Travel to Callander—the gateway to the Highlands—and enjoy spectacular views over mighty Glencoe. Spend time at the famed Loch Ness, and explore Fort Augustus at your leisure. Stop in the pretty Victorian town of Pitlochry, and travel along the banks of Loch Laggan en route back to Edinburgh.

Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh

(1,915)

12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $72

Tour guide Alexander at Linlithgow Palace

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.

Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond Full-Day Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

5.0

(39)

8 hours

from $346

Price varies by group size

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.

Underground Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh Old Town

(8,791)

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $33

Make exploring beyond Edinburgh city limits easy—and see the best of the Scottish Highlands, all in one day—on this comprehensive day tour. Begin with a scenic drive from Edinburgh to the fabled Loch Ness; upgrade to cruise the lake and look out for Nessie. Then, continue to other highlights including Glen Coe and Fort Augustus, admiring additional attractions from Stirling Castle to Ben Nevis along the route.

1 Day Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

(4,375)

12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $85

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour

(1,239)

12 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

from $79

4.5

(21)

A taste of Scotland Full-Day Private Tour

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $802

Per group

Combine the magic of Harry Potter with the history of the Scottish borders on this day trip from Edinburgh. Ideal for fans of the world’s favorite wizard, this tour takes care of transportation, leaving you free to admire Bamburgh Castle and Alnwick Castle, a filming location featured in both Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. You'll venture beyond the capital's crowds and visit parts of the country that many first-time visitors often overlook.

Harry Potter's Alnwick Castle and Scottish Borders Day Trip

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9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $89

Delve into Scotland’s rich history and heritage on this tour from Edinburgh. Head from the Royal Mile over the UNESCO–listed Forth Bridge to Dunfermline with a guide, and explore the Abbey Kirk — burial place of Robert the Bruce. See where the Battle of Bannockburn raged and learn of Scotland’s struggle for independence. Take in top local attractions including Stirling Castle. Then, visit Rosslyn Chapel before returning to Edinburgh.

Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey and Stirling Castle Day Tour

(659)

9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $77

Take in top natural attractions including Glencoe, Ben Nevis, and Loch Ness on this day trip from Edinburgh. Pass the iconic Stirling Castle en route through the Trossachs, then head onto Glencoe—a region steeped in history. Explore Fort William, home to Britain's highest mountain, 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.

Loch Ness, Glen Coe & The Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh

4.6

(235)

12 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

from $85

Planning a multi-day journey through the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye can be challenging, especially when it involves long drives and accommodation logistics. However, this 3-day tour from Edinburgh takes care of everything for you—so you can focus on making the most of the sweeping Highland scenery. Along the way, gain insight into Scotland’s past at locations such as Culloden Battlefield, and choose to enhance your experience with an optional cruise on Loch Ness and entry to Urquhart Castle.

3-Day Guided Isle of Skye and Highlands with Stay from Edinburgh

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3 daysFree Cancellation

from $553

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.

Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh

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9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $77

A trip to the capital of Scotland isn't complete without a tour of Edinburgh Castle. Follow your guide through the grounds and hear tales of the castle's royal residents—including Mary Queen of Scots—and learn more about the rich history of the building. After your tour ends, there's plenty of free time explore the castle's interior and the rest of the grounds, which includes three museums, two prisons, a canine cemetery, the Chapel of Saint Margaret, the National Monument to the fallen of Scotland, the Great Hall, and a Royal Palace.

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

(5,937)

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $54

Scottish Whisky Distillery Tour

4.3

(29)

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $249

Orkney Travel Highlights Tour - 5-6 hours

5.0

(114)

6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $685

Per group

4.9

(5,318)

Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour - Entry Tickets included

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $53

Come join me for adventures where you are personally guided around the highlands by myself or Lorraine Avoid the hustle and bustle of a larger coach group and tour round the highlands in my 16 seat minibus We try to get the most out of your day out so departure times will vary depending on the ships arrival. We will email you to confirm this. While some of the tours are not wheelchair friendly Avril tries her best to accommodate. This is a CRUISE SHIP TOUR for Ullapool Port only

ULLAPOOL PORT Cruise Ship Tour, Ardvreck Castle, Rocks & More

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4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $207

Leave the driving to the experts and journey through the majestic Scottish Lowlands on this Rosslyn Chapel and Scottish Borders tour from Edinburgh. Travel with a guide to the legendary Roslyn Chapel; take a scenic route along Scotland’s border to Melrose Abbey—believed to be the burial site of King Robert the Bruce’s heart—and learn about the art of whisky making at Glenkinchie Distillery.

Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery

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8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $64

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

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10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $80

Explore Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile with a professional historian or other specialist guide, and gain insight into the famous writers and inventors who have called the city home. Hear tales of Scotland's national bard—Robert Burns—and discover top landmarks such as St. Giles’ Cathedral, Grassmarket, and Greyfriars Kirkyard. Get the chance to ask questions in a small-group setting and find out what makes this ancient city tick.

Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

4.9

(1,606)

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $48

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.

Viking Coast and Alnwick Castle Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

(170)

9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $95

Escape the bustle of Edinburgh and discover the dramatic landscapes of northwest Scotland on a small-group, full-day trip through the West Highlands and Oban. Travel west with a local guide and enjoy stress-free sightseeing as you pass lochs, mountains, moorlands, and rugged coastline—without the pressure of self-driving on unfamiliar roads. Stop to explore charming villages such as Luss and Inveraray, and along the way, admire landmarks such as Kilchurn Castle. As you travel, hear captivating stories from Scottish history and gain local insight.

Oban and the West Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh

4.3

(93)

11 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $82

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Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Day Tour

Fred_B, May 2026

Great experience in...

Great experience in beautiful Scotland! Our guide, Ian, share interesting history & details of this country that we have fallen in love with. His sense of humor and friendly manner added to the enjoyment, including leading us all in a joyful sing-a -long at the end of our trip! Thank you!

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

llchan2, Apr 2026

Wonderful tour!

Enjoyed the tour of Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs and Castles tour with John from Glasgow. John was friendly, knowledgeable, told great stories and played wonderful music. A perfect guide and driver! Loved this tour, the scenery was beautiful and John made trip exceptional! Thanks John!

Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Mary_T, Apr 2026

We Ride to Camelot

The guide, Dougie, was well informed and entertaining. His driving was skilled. He got us into the best parking spots. His commentary was knowledgeable , as well as amusing. While Doune Castle was the site I was most interested in, he took us the many other places of interest.

Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

David_C, Apr 2026

Sarah was a superb guide and Graham a flawless driver. They made the tour exceptional.

Sarah and Graham were incredible. Sarah’s storytelling turned every mile into a journey through Scotland’s past, full of colour and insight. And Graham’s driving was so skilled and effortless that the whole trip felt relaxed and safe from start to finish. A fantastic team.

Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

Janeen_W, Apr 2026

This was a wonderful tour...

This was a wonderful tour of the Highlands. We visited Loch Ness (didn't see Nellie) by way of a boat trip to the Uruquhart Castle. Stopped for lunch in Beauly (the bakery has wonderful Steak Pies). My husband was actually able to purchase a kilt in the Hospice Shop! It was about one-tenth the price of a handmade one. The highlight was the visit to Clava Cairns. Many of us enacted Claire's hand laying on the tablets. None of us were transported into the past, but it was still an experience. Our driver/guide was great!

Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness

Arundhathy_T, Apr 2026

Awesome tour!

The tour was awesome! Our guide & driver Steven drove us safely & maintained a very good pace for our trip, with the scenic photo stops being timed very well. We were lucky with the weather & the roads had reopened, so we were able to visit the Fairy Pools. Steven was funny & knowledgeable. The 12-hour tour was very well executed.

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

LysaJohn_B, Apr 2026

Outstanding views and exceptional hospitality

This was hands down the best tour of our holiday. The route is spectacular and includes a good number of stops which makes it possible to engage with the views up close. Our guide and driver, Lawrence, was simply one of the best hosts we could have. He was warm, funny and completely dedicated to ensuring everyone on the bus was at ease and made the most of their trip. We couldn’t have asked for a better host!

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

EligioJose_M, Apr 2026

Highly recommended and a most-do here in Scotland

Wonderful experience. Great weather and we enjoyed every bit of the tour. Our tour guide John even made it more enjoyable. He is very knowledgeable and entertaining. I highly recommend this tour and the tour company Timberbush who faciliated it via Viator.

Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission

Nicholas_S, Mar 2026

Great trip!

Our second time with Rabbie’s and first time in Scotland. Russell was a tremendous guide, very funny and knowledgeable. We visited Stirling Castle first, as to avoid the later crowds. Then we got time to see some Highland Coos, head to Loch Lomond and then the Kelpies. Russell was also kind enough to show us the bridges on the River Forth!

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

Virginia_A, Mar 2026

Never leave home without Neil

Neil, our tour guide, was beyond amazing. He is so knowledgeable and super friendly and he really made our day and with this being our first tour in scotland we were super impressed with the ease of getting into the bus.The driving was smooth and all the the information was so great.His personality was just perfect and we had absolutely the best time for our first trip to Scotland. For this trip, we were able to go to Loch Lomond and the restaurant that Neil suggested was amazing. The food was delicious, and the service was wonderful. We saw the Kelpies and Stirling Castle and without Neil our trip wouldn't have been near as much fun.

Hogwarts Express and the Scenic Highlands Day Tour from Inverness

Neelam_C, Oct 2025

The famous Harry Potter train

We had a wonderful time on the tour. The highlight of the tour was the one-way Harry Potter train It was raining but we enjoyed the scenery and were able to see the bridge. Our tour guide Donnie was very good. He showed us much more than we were expecting. He gave enough time and attention to every single person in that bus. Driving and giving commentary same time 👍 amazing!

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

JamesEP_M, Oct 2025

Fabulous tour guide with welcoming touches

This was a relaxing and fantastic tour of the beautiful countryside. We enjoyed seeing the beautiful rolling hills with all the sheep and cows. We enjoyed all the knowledgeable information. The tour guide and driver were very friendly and provided us with treats. She made us feel so welcome and was passionate about her beautiful country. We really appreciate her kindness and knowledge.