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

Scotland, United Kingdom
Private Balmoral Glamis Dunnottar Castles Tour from Aberdeen

A truly amazing day out visiting some of the most stunning, famous & iconic castles in Scotland, Crathes, Balmoral, Glamis & Dunnottar. (Aberdeenshire is spoilt …More

A truly amazing day out visiting some of the most stunning, famous & iconic castles in Scotland, Crathes, Balmoral, Glamis & Dunnottar. (Aberdeenshire is spoilt...

9 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,035
Aberdeen & Shire Castle & Distillery Private Group one Day Tour

Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a fabulous private tour to amazing castles, historic areas and a whisky distillery in …More

Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a fabulous private tour to amazing castles, historic areas and a whisky distillery in...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$188
Kelpies, Loch Lomond and Stirling Castle, Private Day Tour

Discover Scotland's natural beauty and rich history on this captivating tour. Marvel at the iconic Forth Bridge, The Kelpies Monument, and Luss Village Loch Lomond …More

Discover Scotland's natural beauty and rich history on this captivating tour. Marvel at the iconic Forth Bridge, The Kelpies Monument, and Luss Village Loch Lomond...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$913
2.5 Hour Football Walking Tour in Glasgow

This is the best football walking tour on the planet! The Queens Park Recreation Ground and The Three Hampden Parks are the ‘cradle’ of the …More

This is the best football walking tour on the planet! The Queens Park Recreation Ground and The Three Hampden Parks are the ‘cradle’ of the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Edinburgh: West Highlands Privately Guided Day Tour in Luxury MPV

Enjoy a private tour of the West Highlands. On this tour, you will see the most famous sights of Scotland including Stirling Castle (photo stop …More

Enjoy a private tour of the West Highlands. On this tour, you will see the most famous sights of Scotland including Stirling Castle (photo stop...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (11)
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$209
Meandering through The Highlands of Scotland (East)

Let's Meander! North, South, East, or West. You choose. We can create a fantastically memorable road trip by exploring the myriad of back roads here …More

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Let's Meander! North, South, East, or West. You choose. We can create a fantastically memorable road trip by exploring the myriad of back roads here...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,028
Meandering through The Highlands of Scotland (North)

Let's Meander! North, South, East or West.. You choose. We can create a fantastically memorable road trip by exploring the myriad of back roads here …More

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Let's Meander! North, South, East or West.. You choose. We can create a fantastically memorable road trip by exploring the myriad of back roads here...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,019
Cairngorms; Highest Mountains, Bonnie Lochs & Ancient Forests

We'll head south from Inverness over The Slochd Summit from where we see our first view of The Cairngorm Mountains. We continue on to the …More

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We'll head south from Inverness over The Slochd Summit from where we see our first view of The Cairngorm Mountains. We continue on to the...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,165
Private Full-Day Walking Tour in Edinburgh with Edinburgh Castle

Discover the timeless beauty of the Old Town, and enigmatic charm of Edinburgh's new town in a day, on a private walking tour including a …More

Discover the timeless beauty of the Old Town, and enigmatic charm of Edinburgh's new town in a day, on a private walking tour including a...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$125
Private St. Andrews Tour with Dedicated Local Guide

Explore St Andrews the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste for our beautiful town. With flexible …More

Explore St Andrews the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste for our beautiful town. With flexible...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (43)
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$185
Murder and Treason: Audio Guide to Medieval Perth’s Bloody Past

Hear tales of warring clans and betrayal in Scotland’s former capital on this self-guided audio tour. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive …More

Hear tales of warring clans and betrayal in Scotland’s former capital on this self-guided audio tour. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive...

45 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
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$12
English Speaking Homestay Exploring Edinburgh and National Parks

Join our English Speaking courses to see some of the most beautiful places in Scotland. You will stay with our teachers in a private house …More

Join our English Speaking courses to see some of the most beautiful places in Scotland. You will stay with our teachers in a private house...

5 days
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$948
3-Day Lewis, Harris and the Outer Hebrides Small-Group Tour from Inverness

Fine woven materials, white sandy beaches and mystifying monuments: Lewis and Harris contain some of Scotland’s most sensational sights. The largest island in Scotland boasts …More

Fine woven materials, white sandy beaches and mystifying monuments: Lewis and Harris contain some of Scotland’s most sensational sights. The largest island in Scotland boasts...

3 days
4.9 (53)
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$780
3-Day Lake District Explorer Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Discover the beauty of England’s Lake District on this unforgettable 3-day small-group tour from Edinburgh. Journey through rolling hills, dramatic mountains, and sparkling lakes as …More

Discover the beauty of England’s Lake District on this unforgettable 3-day small-group tour from Edinburgh. Journey through rolling hills, dramatic mountains, and sparkling lakes as...

3 days
4.9 (41)
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$606
5 Day Orkney Islands and North Coast 500 Tour from Edinburgh

Experience an extra small group tour of up to only 16 clients. Discover the Cairngorms National Park, with its dramatic landscapes. Savor the flavors of …More

Experience an extra small group tour of up to only 16 clients. Discover the Cairngorms National Park, with its dramatic landscapes. Savor the flavors of...

5 days
5.0 (13)
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$925
Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh City one way Private Transfer

No standing around waiting on taxis or buses. You are met straight at arrivals or your driver is waiting at your chosen pick up point. …More

No standing around waiting on taxis or buses. You are met straight at arrivals or your driver is waiting at your chosen pick up point....

20 to 59 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$150
Private St Andrews & Fife Day Tour from Edinburgh

Travel with an experienced Scottish driver-guide who brings local knowledge and a genuine interest in Scotland’s history, golf and heritage to your day. As a …More

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Travel with an experienced Scottish driver-guide who brings local knowledge and a genuine interest in Scotland’s history, golf and heritage to your day. As a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,028
The Alba Adventure - a 2-7 day private tour of Scotland

The Alba Adventure is a 2-7 day private tour of Scotland (operated by Adventure Alba) . The itinerary can be customized (for longer or custrom …More

The Alba Adventure is a 2-7 day private tour of Scotland (operated by Adventure Alba) . The itinerary can be customized (for longer or custrom...

3 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$4,496
Highlands Cows Glencoe and Castles Private Tour from Glasgow

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, …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,...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$928
Stirling and Highland Private Day Guided Tour

Our Private Stirling and Highland Day Tour offers a uniquely tailored experience that sets it apart from other tours in the region. Here’s what makes …More

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Our Private Stirling and Highland Day Tour offers a uniquely tailored experience that sets it apart from other tours in the region. Here’s what makes...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,068
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