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Experience the best of Scotland on a full-day tour to the Highlands, Glencoe, and more. Ditch crowded bus tours for a more personal adventure in an air-conditioned vehicle with a sunroof for unbeatable views. Listen to insightful commentary from your guide—and chat to fellow travelers—as you learn about Scotland’s rich history. Each tour is customizable, ensuring a personalized adventure.

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Private Scottish Highlands, Castles, Glencoe Tour from Edinburgh

10 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(64)

from $418

Price varies by group size

See more of Edinburgh without navigating crowded public transportation or following a fixed group itinerary. This private half-day tour in a premium minivan offers a more flexible and personalized way to explore the city, with direct access to your guide throughout the experience. Customize the route around your interests and visit highlights such as the Royal Mile, Old Town, Grassmarket, and Edinburgh Castle.

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Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

4 hours

4.9

(59)

from $275

Price varies by group size

Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Edinburgh

12 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(83)

from $1,087

Per group

Private Tour of the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(419)

from $1,018

Per group

Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local - Highlights & Hidden Gems

2 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(100)

from $70

Price varies by group size

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

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.

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

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(6,266)

from $141

Likely to Sell Out

Private Walking Tour: Edinburgh Highlights, including entry to Edinburgh Castle

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(16)

from $361

Price varies by group size

Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Small-Group Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(1,371)

from $85

Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Uncover the mysteries of Loch Ness on a day trip from Edinburgh that saves you the hassle of car hire. Set out north along Scotland's West Coast to experience one of the country's most iconic lochs. En route, pass some incredible sights as someone else takes the wheel, including the ruins of Linlithgow Palace, Ben Nevis, and dramatic Highlands landscapes. Your guide regales you with stories about the area that you won't find in the guidebook.

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Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(833)

from $122

Edinburgh Walking Tour: Private & Custom with a Local (2-4hrs)

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(40)

from $70

Price varies by group size

Mercat Tours History Walk of the Royal Mile inc Edinburgh Castle

See the best of medieval Edinburgh—without the hassle of putting together your own sightseeing itinerary—on this walking tour, which includes skip-the-line access to Edinburgh Castle. As you walk, listen as your guide shares the history of this formidable city with ancient Roman roots and UNESCO-listed historical attractions. Explore atmospheric cobbled walkways along the Royal Mile, then breeze into Edinburgh Castle to witness royal opulence.

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Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle - Small Group Walking Tour

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,828)

from $73

Luxury Private Tour of The Highlands Loch Ness from Edinburgh

Take in Scotland’s dramatic landscapes in just one day from the comfort of your luxury private minivan. Departing from central Edinburgh, enjoy entry to Doune Castle and views over the Cairngorm National Park, Ben Nevis and Fort William—all while relaxing with complimentary refreshments and an expert guide. The tour also includes stops at Loch Ness and Glencoe to explore some of the Highlands’ most stunning scenery.

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Luxury Private Tour of The Highlands Loch Ness from Edinburgh

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(196)

from $1,507

Per group

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.

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

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(4,457)

from $95

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(579)

from $80

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.

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

8 hours

5.0

(45)

from $344

Price varies by group size

Private Airport transfer From or to Edinburgh airport (One way transfer)

30 to 50 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(190)

from $45

Price varies by group size

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

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(2,554)

from $80

Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey and Stirling Castle Day Tour

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.

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Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey and Stirling Castle Day Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(707)

from $76

Highlands Private One Day Tour of Scotland

9 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(7)

from $1,032

Per group

Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(4,598)

from $21

Edinburgh City 4-Hour Private Guided Tour in a Black Cab

Ride in a private black cab on a 4-hour guided tour of Edinburgh. Learn about the city's history, culture, and famous residents as your driver-guide shares stories. Visit iconic sites like St Giles Cathedral, Arthur’s Seat, and optionally Rosslyn Chapel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water and soft drinks included. Hotel and cruise port pickup and drop off are included for added convenience.

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Edinburgh City 4-Hour Private Guided Tour in a Black Cab

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(72)

from $583

Per group

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.

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Outlander Private Tour from Edinburgh

8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(18)

from $714

Per group

Private Central Highlands Driving Tour

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(108)

from $1,073

Per group

Guided Edinburgh Private Walking Tour

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(285)

from $433

Per group

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