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Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Edinburgh (Updated 2026)

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Old Town: Professional Photoshoot & Edited Photos

Capture the most magnificent views of Edinburgh and discover the secret gems of this amazing city. Your tour will take you through the most iconic …More

Capture the most magnificent views of Edinburgh and discover the secret gems of this amazing city. Your tour will take you through the most iconic...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$74
5-Day York, Lake District & Hadrian's Wall Tour from Edinburgh

*Tour price includes admission to Bamburgh Castle, Cruise on Lake Windermere (45 minutes) and entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum. Discover some of northern England’s …More

*Tour price includes admission to Bamburgh Castle, Cruise on Lake Windermere (45 minutes) and entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum. Discover some of northern England’s...

5 days
4.9 (12)
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$1,234
Isle of Lewis and Harris 5 Day Tour from Edinburgh

Experience an extra small group tour of up to 16 clients. Explore some of the most gorgeous areas in the Highlands of Scotland and the …More

Experience an extra small group tour of up to 16 clients. Explore some of the most gorgeous areas in the Highlands of Scotland and the...

5 days
4.6 (10)
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$1,022
Edinburgh Private Transfer from Edinburgh Airport to City centre

Take the worry out of your arrival at Edinburgh Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid …More

Take the worry out of your arrival at Edinburgh Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.2 (10)
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$95
Edinburgh Private Transfer from Edinburgh city centre to Edinburgh Airport

Take the worry out for your departure to Edinburgh Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid …More

Take the worry out for your departure to Edinburgh Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (8)
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$99
4-Day Scottish Castles Experience Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Feel like a lord or lady as you wander through castles and manor houses. Stride ancient battlefields like a sword-wielding Highlander. And relive Scotland’s history …More

Feel like a lord or lady as you wander through castles and manor houses. Stride ancient battlefields like a sword-wielding Highlander. And relive Scotland’s history...

4 days
4.9 (18)
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$1,123
Isle of Skye Private 4 Day Tour From Edinburgh or Glasgow

Let Macleod Heilan Tours whisk you away to Scotland's most famous Island and do it with a local guide who has extensive knowledge of Scotland. …More

Let Macleod Heilan Tours whisk you away to Scotland's most famous Island and do it with a local guide who has extensive knowledge of Scotland....

4 days Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (19)
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$651
2 Days Private Custom Tour of Scotland from Edinburgh

We visit – the places you choose! Plan a journey with us that includes your personal favourite sights and must-see destinations. A Custom Tour can …More

We visit – the places you choose! Plan a journey with us that includes your personal favourite sights and must-see destinations. A Custom Tour can...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (19)
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$2,125
5-Day Hebrides and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

An adventure to the Historical Hebrides – experience Scotland’s incredible history, nature and people on this fantastic five day tour from Edinburgh. See the Highlands, …More

An adventure to the Historical Hebrides – experience Scotland’s incredible history, nature and people on this fantastic five day tour from Edinburgh. See the Highlands,...

5 days
4.8 (11)
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$1,302
Steamship Cruise, Sheepdog Demo, Foraging Walk, Trossachs Trail

Take a cruise on the 124-year-old Steamship Sir Walter Scott. Explore the Trossachs Trail and the birthplace of Scottish tourism, taking in the breathtaking scenery. …More

Take a cruise on the 124-year-old Steamship Sir Walter Scott. Explore the Trossachs Trail and the birthplace of Scottish tourism, taking in the breathtaking scenery....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$937
Edinburgh: 2-Day Private Loch Ness Tour in Luxury Mercedes MPV

Our 2-day Loch Ness tour offers a unique blend of nature, history, and culture for an unforgettable Scottish adventure in a private setting transported in …More

Our 2-day Loch Ness tour offers a unique blend of nature, history, and culture for an unforgettable Scottish adventure in a private setting transported in...

2 days Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (6)
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$1,042
Edinburgh Photoshoot for Couples, Families & Solo Travellers

Leave the selfie stick behind and let me turn your Edinburgh adventure into a collection of stunning, professional photographs. We'll meet at a convenient location …More

Leave the selfie stick behind and let me turn your Edinburgh adventure into a collection of stunning, professional photographs. We'll meet at a convenient location...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$202
St Andrews Fishing Villages of Fife Private Tour from Edinburgh

Chat with us if you'd like to adapt the day's itinerary to help you see what matters most to you. Travel in a Luxurious, Mercedes-Benz …More

Chat with us if you'd like to adapt the day's itinerary to help you see what matters most to you. Travel in a Luxurious, Mercedes-Benz...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$749
Edinburgh City 4-Hour Pre-Booked Private Guided Tour Experience

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Edinburgh with your very own private guide. This tailored experience offers a deep dive into the city’s fascinating past, …More

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Edinburgh with your very own private guide. This tailored experience offers a deep dive into the city’s fascinating past,...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (12)
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$547
Off The Beaten Path Edinburgh: Dean Village Private Walking Tour

Dean Village is one of the oldest villages that lay around the original Royal Burgh of Edinburgh, with a history going back centuries. On this …More

Dean Village is one of the oldest villages that lay around the original Royal Burgh of Edinburgh, with a history going back centuries. On this...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$45
Edinburgh To St Andrews | Executive Transfer

Please choose one of the two options provided: ONE-WAY transfer or RETURN TRANSFER (TWO WAYS). Return transfer can be on the same day, or a …More

Please choose one of the two options provided: ONE-WAY transfer or RETURN TRANSFER (TWO WAYS). Return transfer can be on the same day, or a...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (5)
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$380
Highland Cows, Glasgow Cathedral, Murals, Kelpies Half Day Tour

See some of our beloved (and rare) 'Hairy Coos'. This now rare, and difficult to find, breed has become an iconic symbol of Scotland. Visit …More

See some of our beloved (and rare) 'Hairy Coos'. This now rare, and difficult to find, breed has become an iconic symbol of Scotland. Visit...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (10)
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$603
Secrets of the Royal Mile: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour

This tour is the perfect introductory tour for anyone arriving in Edinburgh for the first time. On your tour, you will visit Edinburgh’s main thoroughfare …More

This tour is the perfect introductory tour for anyone arriving in Edinburgh for the first time. On your tour, you will visit Edinburgh’s main thoroughfare...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$60
Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Private Day Tour From Edinburgh

Journey to the north and into the mountainous highland region of Scotland. Explore some of Scotland’s best scenery and delve deep in the history. Learn …More

Journey to the north and into the mountainous highland region of Scotland. Explore some of Scotland’s best scenery and delve deep in the history. Learn...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (17)
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$171
Fire Dancing with Iga

Fire dancing is a beautiful performative art that allows developing creativity through physical movement. Fire manipulation and even just being with an element of fire …More

Fire dancing is a beautiful performative art that allows developing creativity through physical movement. Fire manipulation and even just being with an element of fire...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.8 (4)
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$93
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