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

Scotland, United Kingdom
From Edinburgh: 4-Day Isle of Skye & Jacobite Steam Train Tour

Join us for four wonderful days, travelling through some of the most incredible places in our beautiful country, the sensational landscapes of the Highlands and …More

Join us for four wonderful days, travelling through some of the most incredible places in our beautiful country, the sensational landscapes of the Highlands and...

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$1,073
2 Hour Private Walking Tour in Inverness City Centre with a Guide

Take a walk with Cath, a local to the area and an experienced and qualified tourist guide, around her beautiful city of Inverness. A Walk …More

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Take a walk with Cath, a local to the area and an experienced and qualified tourist guide, around her beautiful city of Inverness. A Walk...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$204
Harry Potter Edinburgh Top Sights Tour with Holyrood Palace

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding …More

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$80
Traditional Scottish Ceilidh Experience

Your regular ceilidh experiences will give small groups a true insight to the fascinating music and culture of Scotland. Your expert guides will talk you …More

Your regular ceilidh experiences will give small groups a true insight to the fascinating music and culture of Scotland. Your expert guides will talk you...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$16
3-Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Tour from Glasgow

Discover the best of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye on this 3 day tour from Glasgow. Visit Eilean Donan Castle, explore the Highlands …More

Discover the best of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye on this 3 day tour from Glasgow. Visit Eilean Donan Castle, explore the Highlands...

3 days
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$545
Ultimate Scottish Highlands Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Step into the enchanting world of the Scottish Highlands with our exclusive one-day trip departing from Edinburgh or Glasgow. Our tour offers a truly personal …More

Step into the enchanting world of the Scottish Highlands with our exclusive one-day trip departing from Edinburgh or Glasgow. Our tour offers a truly personal...

9 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$217
Edinburgh: Ultimate 5-Day Skye & Highlands Privately Guided Tour

Discover Scotland in style on this 5-day privately guided tour in premium Mercedes transport (V-Class or Sprinter, depending on group size). Travel through Dunkeld, Pitlochry …More

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Discover Scotland in style on this 5-day privately guided tour in premium Mercedes transport (V-Class or Sprinter, depending on group size). Travel through Dunkeld, Pitlochry...

5 days Hotel pickup offered
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$2,485
Isle of Skye Day Tour from Fort William

Explore the magical and enchanting Isle of Skye with minimal hassle yet optimal comfort and service. Hear Historical tales and learn the history of some …More

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Explore the magical and enchanting Isle of Skye with minimal hassle yet optimal comfort and service. Hear Historical tales and learn the history of some...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$839
Private Whisky Tasting in Inverness

Whether you are new to whisky or a seasoned expert, you all be greatly welcome to come and try Scotlands famous drink. We have over …More

Whether you are new to whisky or a seasoned expert, you all be greatly welcome to come and try Scotlands famous drink. We have over...

55 minutes Free Cancellation
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$110
Edinburgh Private Walking Tour in English

Join us for a private tour of Edinburgh Old Town to discover the fascinating history of the city. Understand how Edinburgh developed from a medieval …More

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Join us for a private tour of Edinburgh Old Town to discover the fascinating history of the city. Understand how Edinburgh developed from a medieval...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$384
Alnwick Castle and Rosslyn Chapel Day Tour from Edinburgh

16 clients maximum - extra small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Your cinematic journey starts at Rosslyn Chapel, a 15th century masterpiece made …More

16 clients maximum - extra small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Your cinematic journey starts at Rosslyn Chapel, a 15th century masterpiece made...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$136
Harry Potter, Alnwick Castle, Bamburgh Castle, Seals Tour

Explore the incredible castles of Northumberland, known not only for their beauty but also cinematic fame. The mighty Bamburgh Castle featured as 'Bebbanburg' in the …More

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Explore the incredible castles of Northumberland, known not only for their beauty but also cinematic fame. The mighty Bamburgh Castle featured as 'Bebbanburg' in the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$909
Coasteering Adventure at Portknockie and Bow Fiddle Rock

At Portknockie, immerse yourself in the thrill of coasteering, exploring rocky inlets and caves along the stunning Moray Firth coastline. Under the guidance of experienced …More

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At Portknockie, immerse yourself in the thrill of coasteering, exploring rocky inlets and caves along the stunning Moray Firth coastline. Under the guidance of experienced...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$88
3 Day Private Tour of Isle of Skye, Glencoe, Inverness, Loch Ness

Witness the Isle of Skye and witness its breathtaking natural beauty: from crystal clear beaches with dinosaur foot prints, to magical water falls, fairy pools, …More

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Witness the Isle of Skye and witness its breathtaking natural beauty: from crystal clear beaches with dinosaur foot prints, to magical water falls, fairy pools,...

3 days Hotel pickup offered
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$3,599
Tonys Tartan Tour - The Best Day Trip in the Inverness Area

My tour is unique as I am your personal driver/guide and I am a British Army Veteran with over 25 years service in one of …More

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My tour is unique as I am your personal driver/guide and I am a British Army Veteran with over 25 years service in one of...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation
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$204
Invergordon Shore Excursion - Best of Inverness and Loch Ness

This isn’t just another coach trip, it’s a carefully crafted Highland experience designed especially for cruise passengers arriving at Invergordon. Seamless shore excursion: Timed perfectly …More

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This isn’t just another coach trip, it’s a carefully crafted Highland experience designed especially for cruise passengers arriving at Invergordon. Seamless shore excursion: Timed perfectly...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$216
Dunrobin Castle and Glenmorangie Distillery - Local Private Tour

There are some fantastic places that are very close to the Highland capital of Inverness, but perhaps not on the usual beaten track. Why not …More

There are some fantastic places that are very close to the Highland capital of Inverness, but perhaps not on the usual beaten track. Why not...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,059
Ruta Outlander en Español

Enjoy Scotland and let yourself be back to the past in the Jacobite wars. Feel you are in the middle of the XVII century, understanding …More

Enjoy Scotland and let yourself be back to the past in the Jacobite wars. Feel you are in the middle of the XVII century, understanding...

9 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$75
Private Day Tour: Visit 3 Iconic William Wallace Locations

William Wallace, famous the world over, led Scotland in its first wars of Independence in the 13th Century. Brought to life by Mel Gibson in the blockbuster …More

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William Wallace, famous the world over, led Scotland in its first wars of Independence in the 13th Century. Brought to life by Mel Gibson in the blockbuster...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$625
Guided Running Tour of Glasgow

This is a unique guided tour exploring Glasgow, that combines history, sightseeing and running! It’s perfect for visitors who want to make the most of …More

This is a unique guided tour exploring Glasgow, that combines history, sightseeing and running! It’s perfect for visitors who want to make the most of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
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