All Edinburgh Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

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

Edinburgh is known for its dark past, and this evening walking tour is the original one to showcase the city's historically sinister and spooky side. Discover the hidden ‘wynds’ (alleys) and closes of the Old Town as you learn their mysteries and horrors; visit the ghost-ridden Greyfriars Kirkyard; and explore the city’s underground vaults to uncover their spirits and secrets. Your tour is led by a creepily costumed guide to get everyone into the spooky spirit of things.

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

1 hour 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.

Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh

2 hoursFree 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,

Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover the magic of the Scottish Highlands on an unforgettable journey through stunning landscapes and iconic landmarks, where you’ll be transported to the world of Harry Potter and James Bond. When exploring Scotland on your 1-Day Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Highlands Tour, you will get to savor the dramatic beauty of Glencoe, and marvel at the breathtaking Glenfinnan Viaduct, a must-see for film enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in the history of this picturesque area and enjoy the fresh Highland air and scenic vistas. Unwind in the charming village of Pitlochry and experience the rich heritage and natural splendor of Scotland in one remarkable adventure. Every twist and turn of the winding Scottish road has a new photo opportunity, a new story to be told and a new experience to be had. Due to the vast area covered, a large portion of the tour is spent on the bus, taking in the scenery of Scotland. Minimum passenger age is 7.

Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Day Tour

Immerse yourself in the rugged peninsular landscapes of the Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands on this 3-day trip from Edinburgh. During your visit to Scotland's wild northwest coast, you’re driven through the Highlands, including stops at Glencoe and Loch Ness. Stay overnight with daily breakfasts in the harbor town of Portree, where you find local pubs and have plenty of time to explore the Isle of Skye with your guide. Numbers are limited to 16 people on this small-group tour, ensuring a personalized experience.

3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore the Scottish Highlands without the hassle of navigating unfamiliar roads on a 3-day tour from Edinburgh. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned coach with a local guide to the Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Culloden, Glencoe, and more. Enjoy scenic views and stories of Scotland’s history, plus optional activities such as a Loch Ness cruise (prices updated). This tour offers an immersive experience into one of Scotland’s most scenic regions.

3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

Set off from Edinburgh and enjoy an unforgettable day touring the Scottish Highlands in a comfortable vehicle. See Linlithgow Palace, Stirling Castle, the historic town of Pitlochry, and more while your guide points out film locations for the James Bond and Harry Potter movies on this scenic route. Explore the Glenfinnan Viaduct with views over Loch Shiel; the Jacobite Steam Train may be seen crossing if running on the day.

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William

Islander Harris Tweed® Mini Satchel Making Workshop

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

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

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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

Explore Loch Lomond and Stirling Castle (admission tickets own expense)—and delve into the world of William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Rob Roy—on this multi-part tour from Edinburgh that checks off many top sights and experiences. Additionally, head through the Trossachs National Park to the Highland village of Balloch, upgrade for a lake cruise, see the famous Kelpies statues, and more.

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

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Get out of the city and soak up the natural beauty of Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands on this day tour from Edinburgh. See wooded lochs and tucked-away villages as you journey through spectacular scenery en route to Glencoe and Fort Augustus. Enjoy a boat tour in search of the Loch Ness Monster and traverse the picturesque Cairngorms National Park. Travel in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with a small group.

Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise

Highland Lochs, Glens and Castles Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Edinburgh with your taste buds–and avoid having to make restaurant reservations–on this small-group food tour of the city’s Old Town, led by a local guide. Sample traditional Scottish delicacies, including haggis served with raspberry whisky marmalade and local seafood, and visit eateries you might otherwise have missed. This wheelchair accessible tour also offers easy arrival and departure via public transportation.

Eating Edinburgh: Old Town Small-Group Food Tour with Drinks

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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Best of Edinburgh: Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours)

3 hoursFree 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.

Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

8 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

West Highlands, Lochs and Castles Day Tour Including Admission

10 hoursFree Cancellation

As Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh packs in plenty of historical monuments and cultural destinations—and this hop-on hop-off bus tour provides a thorough introduction to the city’s top sights. Choose a 24- or 48-hour ticket and explore Edinburgh’s most famous landmarks at your own pace, including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and more. With panoramic open-top views, convenient stops across the city, and the freedom to create your own itinerary, it's an easy way to experience Scotland's capital.

Big Bus Edinburgh 24 or 48 hour Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Tour

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour Tickets Included

Laura_M, Oct 2026

Check it Out

This was a fun and informative afternoon out. Callum was a gracious host and had a lot of information and history to share. I appreciated the time provided to just be allowed to stop and take in the views and experience the castle. Note the tour starts near Mary King’s close and not at the castle gate.

Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included

DonnaM_G, Sept 2026

Only go on the tour with Paul

Beware of who your tour guide is…. make sure you get Paul as your guide. We were traveling with friends and separated into different groups for the same tour and had a tour guide named Catherine. it was a totally different experience for our friends. Paul was amazing and knowledgeable …. Catherine not so much. So please make sure Paul is your guide. He is from Spain and has lived in Edinburgh for 14 years. totally enjoyed every minute.

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands

Jessica_J, Sept 2026

Great guide, great tour

My guide, Anthony, was the best. Although I was traveling solo and got carsick on the way up to the highlands, through no fault of the tour, he made sure I was alright and the rest of the trip went great! Overall the highlands were beautiful. Make sure to take travel sickness meds if you’re sensitive to the winding roads

Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour - Entry Tickets Included

Kathleen_V, Sept 2026

Edinburgh Castle tour is a must do.

67 year old mam with two daughters aged in their 40s here. We found this tour fantastic and were guided by Jess who has an amazing knowledge of the history, not only of the castle but also of Edinburgh. Her love of the history of her obviously much loved city coupled with a fantastic sense of humour was wonderful. As we visited the various buildings within the walls we were easily able to recall her words and sense the emotions buried within. We go to Edinburgh at least once a year and are already planning our next two along with other friends and family. I believe the first place to visit is the Castle and spend the whole day.

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

Sarah_B, Sept 2026

Callum was the best!

This tour is an amazing way to explore the Highlands especially if it’s your first time visiting. The stops are perfect and the accommodations are lovely. Callum was a WONDERFUL driver and was happy to accommodate any additional needs the group had or answer any questions we had. He made this tour the highlight of our trip!

Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Day Tour

Adriana_K, Sept 2026

We enjoyed our trip very much!

This experience was very pleasant. Our driver and guide, Jason H., was very helpful and friendly. He knew exactly when to give information and when to let us enjoy the ride on our own. The highlight of the trip was the highlands and the Glenfinnan Viaduct (Hogwarts Express). The only downside of the trip was that you only get 10mins outside of the bus at the Highlands stop.

Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise

Kuldeep_G, Sept 2026

Loc Ness day tour

This was an excellent tour. I was very skeptical about being in the minivan for 12hours but it turned out to be extremely comfortable and very pleasant. This was the best tour out of all the once I took as I love scenic places and we sure had plenty of them. The scenery was stunning with the mountains and the locs . Our driver Richard(Rico) was full of little facts and was very entertaining and engaging. The time passed quickly. I loved this tour a lot.

Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

Kelsy_A, Sept 2026

Lots of driving, but breathtaking landscapes we wouldn't have otherwise seen, all narrated by a delightful guide

I booked the Loch Ness tour for myself, my partner, and four of my family members, all adults - we didn't realize just how much of it was going to be driving when we initially booked it, but the entire country of Scotland is absolutely gorgeous, so if you enjoy seeing breathtaking landscapes, this is definitely a wonderful option. With that being said, if you have issues sitting for extended periods of time, traveling up to Loch Ness may not be the best option for you. Our tour guide, Brian Smith, was an absolute delight - he shared hilarious personal stories as well as historical facts about Scotland, and you could immediately tell he genuinely takes pride in his country as well as being Scottish. There was a brief stop to meet three Highland Coos (definitely a personal highlight for all of us), a more-than-reasonable amount of bathroom breaks along the way, and we opted to do the Loch Ness boat ride when we arrived at our destination. Unfortunately, the weather didn't quite cooperate - it was fairly chilly and ultimately rained the majority of the time, but that was obviously outside of anyone's control, and we were still able to see some truly stunning views of the Loch. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys seeing landscapes and is ok with a fair amount of driving.

Underground Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh Old Town

Mike_C, Sept 2026

Spooky, fun and educational.

This tour was excellent. After a couple of days of sightseeing on my own in Edinburgh, this group tour was a welcome change of pace. It was interesting to learn about the city and its dark history. Our guide was cool and knowledgeable, and the group seemed to enjoy the tour. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a good time.

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Federico_F, Sept 2026

Lafayette was an...

Lafayette was an absolutely fantastic guide: engaging, funny, and a brilliant storyteller. He brought the history of Edinburgh’s underground to life with just the right mix of fascinating history, spooky stories, and humor. The atmosphere was incredible, and he made the whole experience feel both genuinely eerie and great fun.

Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

parisrome, Sept 2026

What an amazing day! Do not miss.

We had an awesome time on the bus tour to Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness, Glencoe. Our driver Steve (in full Kilt mode) was superb, keeping us safe on the long haul day. Our Guide Haley was so cute, personable, knowledgeable, she even played her bagpikes at our stop at the magical Glencoe mountains. They both were true story tellers with so much history and love of their country evident. Only critique (not their fault though) was no wifi on the bus.