Top Scotland Day Trips

Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Day Tour

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

Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

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.

Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

9 hours 30 minutesFree 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

Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh

2 hoursFree 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.

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

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Venture beyond Edinburgh to see the best of Scotland in just one day on this comprehensive, small-group tour. Save hours trying to navigate public transport, and instead, relax as your driver whisks you from location to location. Visit castles, mountains, lochs, and more, as you gain local insight —including context you'd miss if exploring independently. Highlights include historic Blair Castle, the Highland viewpoint of Queen’s View, and a waterfall walk at The Hermitage.

Best of Scotland in a Day Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands

12 hours 30 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

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

3 daysFree Cancellation

Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness

"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

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.

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

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Venture beyond Glasgow city limits—and explore some of the Highlands’ wildest and most beautiful scenery—on this full-day excursion. In the morning, set off from central Glasgow in a comfortable mini-coach. Spy Loch Lomond before stopping at the village of Glencoe, ringed by dramatic, mountainous scenery. Next, see the Silver Sands of Morar, explore the town of Mallaig, visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct (made famous by the Harry Potter movies), and more.

Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Loch Shiel Tour from Glasgow

11 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore some of Scotland's most magnificent Highland scenery on this day tour from Inverness. From peaceful Glen Affric to haunting Culloden, site of the last battle fought on U.K. soil, and the ancient Clava Cairns, visit multiple top attractions without the hassle of driving or navigating public transport. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and luggage allowance is 20kg per person.

Glen Affric & Culloden Tour from Inverness Including Admissions

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands and Islands on this day tour from Inverness. Begin with a visit to Rogie Falls and Loch Carron, then cross over to the enchanting Isle of Skye. Discover highlights including the Fairy Pools, Sligachan, and Portree, and opt to add on a visit to Dunvegan Castle (own expense). There's time for photo stops at Eilean Donan Castle and Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness on the way back to Inverness.

Skye Day Tour from Inverness with Fairy Pools & Dunvegan Castle

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The Complete Loch Ness Experience Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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

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

Highland Lochs, Glens and Castles Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Rosslyn Chapel and Scottish Borders Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh

6 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

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

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

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What are people saying about Scotland

Jason_S, Sept 2026

Epic Scottish Highlands Experience

This is a phenomenal tour of the Scottish highlands. It’s structured in a way that you see several scenic spots with time to explore and eat in the picturesque town of Oban. You’ll experience so much in one day with no stress on logistics. Our tour guide Scott was amazing- very knowledgeable, a great driver, and super entertaining and funny. He provided the full authentic Scottish experience, and had an incredible music playlist for our drive. I was pleasantly surprised to hear Pet Shop Boys on our journey back. Thank you Scott for a very memorable tour! Highly recommend

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

Saundra_B, Sept 2026

★★★★★ An Incredible Day Exploring the Isle of Skye!

What a fantastic experience with Timberbush Tours! From start to finish, our Isle of Skye adventure was exceptionally well organized, with breathtaking scenery, fascinating history and plenty of memorable stops along the way. Our tour guide Jason was outstanding! Engaging, incredibly knowledgeable and full of interesting stories about Scotland’s history, culture and landmarks. The commentary throughout the journey made the experience so much more enjoyable. The itinerary was perfectly paced, taking us from the beautiful Eilean Donan Castle to the colourful harbour of Portree, the dramatic Old Man of Storr and the spectacular Kilt Rock. Each stop offered plenty of time to explore, take photographs and enjoy the scenery without ever feeling rushed. Bathroom and refreshment breaks were thoughtfully scheduled, making a full day of sightseeing comfortable and relaxing. Timberbush really knows how to deliver a memorable Scottish adventure. A wonderful combination of spectacular landscapes, great storytelling and thoughtful planning. Five stars and an enthusiastic recommendation to anyone looking to experience the magic of the Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye!

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

Kuldeep_G, Sept 2026

Our guide Graham was very...

Our guide Graham was very knowledgeable and also very entertaining. We stopped at each location just the right amount of time and we were extremely lucky to have a perfect sunny day. Absolutely loved our time in st Andrews. The scenery is stunning. We loved this trip.

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

Gudrun_V, Sept 2026

Don't expect to have a...

Don't expect to have a hike on this trip. For example you drive past nice scenery and make some stops to take pictures but if you expect to hike a trail for example, this is not offering that. The stop at Oban was my favorite. You stop there for lunch to taste the amazing seafood there. I can really recommend the restaurant EE USK and especially the seafood platter. Best oysters and smoked salmon I've had all my life!

Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

James_R, Sept 2026

We had a great time

Very enjoyable tour. Polish up your Outlander knowledge because our guide (Simon) really knew his stuff! Not only did he know the true history of each location but he also knew the season, episode and characters from the show that were filmed at each location. We had a small bus and it was just the right size group. Simon, our guide was great. The bus was clean and very comfortable. We recommend this tour.

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

Stephanie_C, Sept 2026

Deborah was a great guide

My family and I had a great time on this tour with our guide, Deborah. I liked that it was a small group with the smaller bus. Deborah brought us to the Kelpies before all the crowds and big buses came. We also enjoyed the Sterling Castle. Great views and lots of history. She also had a great sense of humor and told great stories. The weather did turn when we got to Loch Lomand. But you can’t do anything about that. Despite the heavy rain we made the most of Loch Lomand. A cute village. We got to spend a good amount of time at each stop.

Loch Ness, Outlander & Urquhart Castle from Inverness

Mackenzie_B, Sept 2026

Loved it!

This tour was fantastic! Donnie was our guide and he was personable, knowledgeable, and funny. He was a safe driver, too! There are a few places not on the listing that I actually think should be included in the description; maybe there’s a reason they’re not. But I reeeeally wanted to see the coos while in the highlands and saw them in the review photos vs the listing itself. Took me a lot of research to find just the right tour. We took a gamble on that and the distillery portion being included as they weren’t guaranteed but were mentioned in some reviews - essential visits if you’re not from Scotland! We got to do both as well as see everything on the tour listing (with some extra time!) The bus departed at 8:15, got back at about 5. Didn’t feel exhausting at all though we walked 7 miles. Wonderful overall. Highly recommend. Only note is the bathrooms in Beauly for the lunch stop that are public all had no soap or toilet paper - not reliable so find an alternative ahead of time. Sunday also left some stores closed when we had a little bit of a break but it worked out still.

Hogwarts Express and the Scenic Highlands Day Tour from Inverness

Kindra_B, Aug 2026

Really nice tour guide...

Really nice tour guide who taught us so much. We got stuck due to a wreck on the road but she was very thoughtful and accommodating throughout. Well worth the time! We got to see the train pass by twice from two different views after actually being on it as well! Our only wish would be for the Jacobite train windows be more clear or a bit more warning to open them before the viaduct to get a better view.

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

Jocelyn_D, Jul 2026

The most amazing tour with an incredible tour guide, David!

What an incredible tour! David was our guide and he was amazing! He had some fascinating historical stories to tell. He had lots of information for current events as well. He knew where they filmed parts of some of the most famous movies, we loved all those facts. He also had a great song selection. We took our two underage kiddos and he was so kind to them. If I could give this tour more than 5 stars, I would. We were in awe the entire day!

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.