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4.8 33 experiences from £ 45 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

First departure 07:15, last 10:00 · live guides in 8 languages · most last 9h–12h

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Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Day TripOur pick
from · per person£ 45
Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh★ Top rated
from · per group£ 830
Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies & Highland Day TripShortest
from · per group£ 895

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Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Day TripFull-day Highland tour from Edinburgh with Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe, and Fort William. Includes driver-guide, lunch, and Jacobite Steam Train views. 10 hours.Every day · 07:15 and 08:15 · From age 5★ 4.93 (6,692)12hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 45per person
Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness & Glencoe Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness & Glencoe Day TripFull-day Scottish Highlands tour from Edinburgh with Cairngorms, Loch Ness cruise, Urquhart Castle and Glencoe. Includes driver-guide and air-conditioned coach. Departs 8am.Every day · 07:15 and 08:00 · From age 3★ 4.65 (2,984)13hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 55per person
Edinburgh: Outlander Film Locations & Scottish Castles Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Outlander Film Locations & Scottish Castles Day TripFull-day Outlander tour from Edinburgh visiting Midhope Castle, Doune Castle, Culross and Falkland. Small groups, local guide, air-conditioned transport. 8 hours.Every day · 08:45 · From age 5★ 4.89 (2,176)9h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 68per person
Loch Ness & Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh with Glencoe
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Loch Ness & Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh with GlencoeFeel the wild Scottish Highlands on a Loch Ness day trip from Edinburgh: Glencoe, Rannoch Moor, and a real chance to spot Nessie. Includes transport & guide.Every day · From age 6★ 4.80 (1,924)12hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 45per person
West Highlands: Lochs, Castles & Doune Entry Day Trip
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West Highlands: Lochs, Castles & Doune Entry Day TripStep inside Scotland’s wild West Highlands: misty lochs, ruined castles, and stories with a local guide. Includes Doune Castle admission and small group travel.Every day · 08:15 · From age 5★ 4.74 (1,159)10hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 83per person
Edinburgh: Castles, Highlands & Loch Lomond Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Castles, Highlands & Loch Lomond Day TripFull-day tour from Edinburgh through Stirlingshire, Trossachs and West Highlands. Includes Doune Castle, Kilchurn Castle, Loch Awe and Luss village. Small groups, local guide.Every day except Tuesday and Wednesday · 08:00 · From age 5★ 4.88 (1,085)10h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 64per person
Loch Ness & Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh: Glen Coe & Ben Nevis
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Loch Ness & Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh: Glen Coe & Ben Nevis12-hour small group tour from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glen Coe and Ben Nevis with local guide, lunch, optional boat cruise, and air-conditioned transport.Every day · 07:45 · From age 5★ 4.81 (837)12hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 89per person
Loch Lomond & Stirling Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh
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Loch Lomond & Stirling Castle Day Trip from EdinburghFeel the wild beauty of Loch Lomond, stroll Trossachs woodlands, and explore Stirling Castle on a small-group day trip from Edinburgh with a local guide.Every day · 09:00 · From age 5★ 4.80 (723)9hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 56per person
Edinburgh: Alnwick Castle, Holy Island & Northumbria Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Alnwick Castle, Holy Island & Northumbria Day TripFull-day tour from Edinburgh to Alnwick Castle and Holy Island with mead tasting, poison gardens, and medieval battlefield. Includes transport and guide commentary.Next departure: 1 Apr 2027 · From age 4★ 4.58 (551)9h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 66per person
Edinburgh to St Andrews: Day Trip with Fife Villages & Photo Stops
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Edinburgh to St Andrews: Day Trip with Fife Villages & Photo StopsFeel the cobbles of St Andrews, wander Fife’s fishing villages, and enjoy local stories on this Edinburgh day trip. Includes live guide, pickup, and air-conditioned coach.Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun · 09:00 · From age 4★ 4.71 (529)8h 45mEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 48per person
Edinburgh: Alnwick Castle & Bamburgh Day Trip with Guide
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Edinburgh: Alnwick Castle & Bamburgh Day Trip with GuideFull-day Scottish Borders tour from Edinburgh visiting Bamburgh Castle and Alnwick Castle. Small group, air-conditioned coach, local guide included. Returns early evening.Next departure: 2 Apr 2027 · From age 5★ 4.84 (520)9h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 64per person
Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies & Loch Lomond Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies & Loch Lomond Day TripFull-day tour from Edinburgh to Stirling Castle, The Kelpies and Loch Lomond. Includes air-conditioned transport, English-speaking driver and photo stops. 8 hours.Every day · 08:30 · From age 5★ 4.90 (514)9hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 45per person
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glen Coe & Inverness Highlands Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glen Coe & Inverness Highlands Day TripFull-day Highlands tour from Edinburgh with Loch Ness boat time, Glen Coe stops, and Inverness walk. Spanish-speaking guide, 37km lake crossing, 12 hours.Every day · 07:15 · From age 4★ 4.88 (464)12h 45mES✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 65per person
Scottish Highlands Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & Whisky Tasting
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Scottish Highlands Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & Whisky TastingFeel the wild spirit of the Scottish Highlands with a day trip from Edinburgh: taste whisky at Deanston, see Glencoe, and spot Loch Ness. Includes pickup.Tue, Thu and Sun · 08:15 · From age 8★ 4.86 (396)12h 25mEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 54per person
Alnwick Castle & Borders Day Trip from Edinburgh
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Alnwick Castle & Borders Day Trip from EdinburghStep into history at Alnwick Castle, stroll Kelso’s market square, and trace the Northumberland coast: all with entry included and a local guide in a small group.Next departure: 1 Apr 2027 · From age 5★ 4.75 (317)9hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 90per person
Loch Ness & Highlands Day Trip in Spanish with Glencoe
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Loch Ness & Highlands Day Trip in Spanish with GlencoeChase legends at Loch Ness, take in Glencoe’s wild valleys, and pause in Highland villages: guided in Spanish, with transport included for a smooth day out.Mon, Wed and Sat · 07:30 · All ages★ 4.86 (275)12hES✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 60per person
Scotland Highlands Day Trip: Blair Castle, Hermitage & Lochs
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Scotland Highlands Day Trip: Blair Castle, Hermitage & LochsFeel the Highlands on a small group day trip from Edinburgh: walk riverside trails, meet Highland cows, visit Blair Castle & Queen’s View. Includes guide & comfy mini-coach.Tue, Thu and Sun · 09:00 · Season until 29 Oct · From age 5★ 4.89 (227)9h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 79per person
St Andrews, Dunnottar & Falkland: Spanish Small Group Day Trip
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St Andrews, Dunnottar & Falkland: Spanish Small Group Day TripHear cathedral bells in St Andrews, walk Falkland’s Outlander streets, and hike coastal cliffs to Dunnottar Castle. Small group tour in Spanish with local guide.Mon, Wed and Fri · 08:00 · From age 5★ 4.94 (223)11hES✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 65per person
Loch Ness & Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh: Whisky & Cruise
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Loch Ness & Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh: Whisky & CruiseFull-day Highlands tour from Edinburgh with Loch Ness cruise, Glencoe, whisky distillery, waterfalls walk, and fish & chips. Small groups, Cairngorms National Park. Ages 12+.Every day · 08:00 · From age 12★ 4.85 (207)12hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 105per person
Edinburgh to Glenfinnan: Highlands Day Trip & Hairy Coos
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Edinburgh to Glenfinnan: Highlands Day Trip & Hairy CoosFeel the wild Highlands from Edinburgh, see Glenfinnan Viaduct, meet Highland cows, and walk Glencoe’s dramatic trails: includes private transport & guide.Every day · 08:00 · From age 3★ 4.71 (188)11hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 55per person
Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & Kelpies Day Trip from Edinburgh
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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & Kelpies Day Trip from EdinburghFeel the history at Stirling Castle, wander Luss by Loch Lomond, and see The Kelpies on a relaxed day trip from Edinburgh with live guide and easy transport.Tue, Thu and Sat · 09:00 · From age 3★ 4.52 (181)10hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 56per person
Loch Ness & Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh in Italian
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Loch Ness & Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh in ItalianFeel the wild Scottish Highlands on a Loch Ness day trip from Edinburgh with Italian guide, coffee stop, optional cruise, and stroll in Pitlochry. Includes transport.Mon, Wed and Sat · 07:30 · All ages★ 4.70 (164)12hIT✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 66per person
Stirling Castle, Kelpies & Whisky: Day Trip from Edinburgh
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Stirling Castle, Kelpies & Whisky: Day Trip from EdinburghFeel the spirit of Scotland on a small-group day trip from Edinburgh: explore Stirling Castle, meet the Kelpies, hike Loch Lomond, and taste whisky at Glengoyne. Includes guide and transport.Every day · 08:30 · From age 12★ 4.89 (148)9h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 99per person
Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh
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Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Day Trip from EdinburghStart with a wrong turn and end up feeding Highland cows, tasting whisky at Dalwhinnie, and cruising Loch Ness: all in a private day trip from Edinburgh with snacks included.Every day · First departure 08:30, last 08:37 · Hotel pickup★ 4.96 (105)12hEN · PA · DE · PT +3✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 830per group
Oban & West Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh: Castles & Loch Lomond
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Oban & West Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh: Castles & Loch LomondFull-day West Highlands tour from Edinburgh with Loch Lomond, Inveraray Castle, and Oban lunch stop. Small group, professional guide, hotel pickup included. 10 hours.Mon · 08:00 · From age 3★ 4.31 (96)11h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 55per person
Scottish Highlands: Highland Games Day Trip from Edinburgh
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Scottish Highlands: Highland Games Day Trip from EdinburghFeel the energy of Scotland’s Highland Games with entry ticket, coach transport & local guide. Watch traditional events, meet locals, and enjoy a lively day out.Next departure: 30 May 2027 · From age 5★ 4.57 (89)9hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 122per person
Edinburgh: Canyoning Day Trip with Cliff Jumping & Abseiling
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Edinburgh: Canyoning Day Trip with Cliff Jumping & AbseilingCanyoning adventure from Edinburgh with cliff jumping, natural waterslides and abseiling down waterfalls. Full day, small groups, all gear included. Based in Scotland.Every day except Saturday · Hotel pickup · Ages 14–65★ 4.97 (76)7hENfrom£ 193per person
Edinburgh Coasteering: Cliff Jumps & Sea Caves
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Edinburgh Coasteering: Cliff Jumps & Sea CavesCoasteering day trip from Edinburgh with cliff jumps, sea swimming and cave navigation. Includes wetsuit, helmet and transport. High fitness required.Every day except Saturday · Hotel pickup · Ages 14–65★ 5.00 (54)7hENfrom£ 193per person
Edinburgh: Loch Ness & Glencoe Private Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness & Glencoe Private Day TripFull-day private Highlands tour from Edinburgh via Glencoe, Fort William, and Loch Ness. Includes driver, bottled water, and WiFi. Customizable stops, wheelchair accessible.Every day · 07:30 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup★ 4.69 (26)12hEN · RU✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 410per person
Edinburgh: Tantallon Castle & Puffin Boat Trip Small Group
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Edinburgh: Tantallon Castle & Puffin Boat Trip Small GroupFull-day tour from Edinburgh to Tantallon Castle and North Berwick. Includes castle entry, puffin boat trip, lunch stop, and guide. Groups capped at 16.Next departure: 1 May 2027 · From age 12★ 4.80 (25)7hEN✓ Instant confirmationfrom£ 160per person
Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies & Highland Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies & Highland Day TripFull-day Braveheart tour from Edinburgh visiting Stirling Castle, The Kelpies, Doune Castle and loch scenery. Includes hotel pickup, transport, water and snacks.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 10:00 · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (24)6h–9hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 895per group
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel & Melrose Abbey Private Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel & Melrose Abbey Private Day TripPrivate day trip from Edinburgh to Rosslyn Chapel and Melrose Abbey with Scott's View. Includes Mercedes transport, commentary, and hotel pickup.Every day · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.92 (13)8hEN · DE✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 790per person
Edinburgh: Bamburgh Castle & Lindisfarne Holy Island Day Trip
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Edinburgh: Bamburgh Castle & Lindisfarne Holy Island Day TripFull-day Northumberland coast tour from Edinburgh visiting Bamburgh Castle, Holy Island of Lindisfarne, and St Abbs Head. Small groups, expert guide.Sat · From age 3★ 5.00 (5)9hEN✓ Free cancellationfrom£ 80per person

The 12 best of 33 options, side by side

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OptionPriceLengthRatingDays and timesGuide languages
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Day TripOur pick
£ 45 per person
12h4.93★ · 6,692Every day · 07:15 and 08:15English, Spanish
Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Day Trip from EdinburghTop rated
£ 123 per person£ 830 per group (split by 8)
12h4.96★ · 105Every day · First departure 08:30, last 08:37English, German, Spanish +4
Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies & Highland Day TripShortest
£ 128 per person£ 895 per group (split by 7)
6h–9h5.00★ · 24Every day · First departure 08:00, last 10:00English
Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness & Glencoe Day Trip
£ 55 per person
13h4.65★ · 2,984Every day · 07:15 and 08:00English
Edinburgh: Outlander Film Locations & Scottish Castles Day Trip
£ 68 per person
9h 30m4.89★ · 2,176Every day · 08:45English
Loch Ness & Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh with Glencoe
£ 45 per person
12h4.80★ · 1,924Every dayEnglish
West Highlands: Lochs, Castles & Doune Entry Day Trip
£ 83 per person
10h4.74★ · 1,159Every day · 08:15English
Edinburgh: Castles, Highlands & Loch Lomond Day Trip
£ 64 per person
10h 30m4.88★ · 1,085Every day except Tuesday and Wednesday · 08:00English
Loch Ness & Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh: Glen Coe & Ben Nevis
£ 89 per person
12h4.81★ · 837Every day · 07:45English
Loch Lomond & Stirling Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh
£ 56 per person
9h4.80★ · 723Every day · 09:00English
Edinburgh: Alnwick Castle, Holy Island & Northumbria Day Trip
£ 66 per person
9h 30m4.58★ · 551Next departure: 1 Apr 2027English
Edinburgh to St Andrews: Day Trip with Fife Villages & Photo Stops
£ 48 per person
8h 45m4.71★ · 529Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun · 09:00English

Day Trips from Edinburgh at a glance

Real price per person across the 33 options: £ 45–£ 790 (median £ 66). With 100+ reviews: 24 of 33.

Of the 33 options: 30 with free cancellation, 27 with instant confirmation, 6 with hotel pickup, 23 kid-friendly, 4 private and 18 last-minute.

How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Real price per person: the group price divided by the seats it includes.

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