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

Scotland, United Kingdom
Old Aberdeen 2 hour Historical Walking Tour

Time Exposure Travel will take you on a walking tour round some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen. In Old Aberdeen some …More

Time Exposure Travel will take you on a walking tour round some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen. In Old Aberdeen some...

2 hours
5.0 (14)
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$38
Invergordon cruise excursion Small Group Dunrobin Castle & More

Let us take you to the stunningly beautiful Easter Ross and Sutherland regions and bring these regions to life for you, with its breath-taking scenery …More

Let us take you to the stunningly beautiful Easter Ross and Sutherland regions and bring these regions to life for you, with its breath-taking scenery...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (13)
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$109
Edinburgh Gin Tour with a Local Guide: Private & Custom

Love gin? Love history? Love it even more when they both coincide? Then come along with one of our local hosts and find out everything …More

Love gin? Love history? Love it even more when they both coincide? Then come along with one of our local hosts and find out everything...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
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$131
Oban, Whisky, Glencoe, Highlands, Loch Lomond Private Tour

Embark on a scenic journey through Scotland's breathtaking landscapes and discover the country's rich heritage with a tour of Oban Distillery, Inveraray Castle, Loch Lomond, …More

Embark on a scenic journey through Scotland's breathtaking landscapes and discover the country's rich heritage with a tour of Oban Distillery, Inveraray Castle, Loch Lomond,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,290
Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, Distillery Private Tour

Experience the magic of Scotland on a tour that takes you through some of its most iconic and beautiful destinations. This unique journey will take …More

Experience the magic of Scotland on a tour that takes you through some of its most iconic and beautiful destinations. This unique journey will take...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$951
Private 'Outlander' Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

Private day trip of locations featured in the ‘Outlander’ TV series. Depart from Edinburgh and follow in the footsteps of the Jamie and Claire as …More

Private day trip of locations featured in the ‘Outlander’ TV series. Depart from Edinburgh and follow in the footsteps of the Jamie and Claire as...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (17)
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$163
Private - Culloden, Clava Cairns Day Tour from Edinburgh

Spend the day traveling through some stunning Scottish Scenery.  Hear how the ordinary people lived in the Highlands in the times of the Jacobite Rising.  …More

Spend the day traveling through some stunning Scottish Scenery.  Hear how the ordinary people lived in the Highlands in the times of the Jacobite Rising. ...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (14)
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$1,295
Old Edinburgh Private Walking Tour

Edinburgh's Old Town has a long and eventful past. Explore the area within the Old City Walls. Hear stories of our city's character, some real …More

Edinburgh's Old Town has a long and eventful past. Explore the area within the Old City Walls. Hear stories of our city's character, some real...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (10)
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$266
Private Edinburgh Walking Tour Harry Potter & History

This private walking tour explores Edinburgh’s historic Old Town and its cultural heritage. Stroll medieval streets that inspired J.K. Rowling’s imagination. Admire classical architecture along …More

This private walking tour explores Edinburgh’s historic Old Town and its cultural heritage. Stroll medieval streets that inspired J.K. Rowling’s imagination. Admire classical architecture along...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (10)
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$289
Outlander locations experience, Private Tour in a premium Minivan

Our fantastic private guided Outlander tour is a fantastic way to explore many of the on-location castles that were used in Scotland for hit TV show Outlander. …More

Our fantastic private guided Outlander tour is a fantastic way to explore many of the on-location castles that were used in Scotland for hit TV show Outlander....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (17)
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$137
Edinburgh Night Tour with a Local Guide: Private & 100% Personalized

Hold on to your kilts, because you’re about to join one of our local Edinburgh hosts for a night out in this magical city! Enjoy …More

Hold on to your kilts, because you’re about to join one of our local Edinburgh hosts for a night out in this magical city! Enjoy...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$149
The Original Glasgow Food Tour: Locally Run & Hidden Gems

Join us on the original west end food tour of Glasgow. You’ll try delicious local dishes, hear the stories behind them, chat with the locals …More

Join us on the original west end food tour of Glasgow. You’ll try delicious local dishes, hear the stories behind them, chat with the locals...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (19)
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$135
Edinburgh Photo Shoot - capture your memories!

L&L photography is dreamy, moody, shadowy, gloomy but glowy! This photoshoot is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, no rule! *I provide 15 digital photos …More

L&L photography is dreamy, moody, shadowy, gloomy but glowy! This photoshoot is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, no rule! *I provide 15 digital photos...

30 to 50 minutes
5.0 (17)
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$245
Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh Castle with Skip-the-Line

Private access lets you walk straight into Edinburgh’s beating heart. Feel the worn stones of the Royal Mile under your shoes as the sound of …More

Private access lets you walk straight into Edinburgh’s beating heart. Feel the worn stones of the Royal Mile under your shoes as the sound of...

2 hours
5.0 (5)
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$399
Private Highland Heritage Tour from Inverness to Hogwarts Sites

This private heritage tour reveals the historic and cultural legacy of the Scottish Highlands. Travel through ancient landscapes where history stretches centuries beyond the United …More

This private heritage tour reveals the historic and cultural legacy of the Scottish Highlands. Travel through ancient landscapes where history stretches centuries beyond the United...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (6)
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$1,013
Glasgow Greenock Shore Excursion Highland Lochs, Castles & Glens

Maximise your time ashore and let one of our local driver guides greet you off the Cruise Ship and welcome you aboard one of our …More

Maximise your time ashore and let one of our local driver guides greet you off the Cruise Ship and welcome you aboard one of our...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$146
Lochness and Inverness day Tour

We understand that everyone has different things they like on a tour, so whether you are into castles, whiskey, whisky or the legend of this …More

We understand that everyone has different things they like on a tour, so whether you are into castles, whiskey, whisky or the legend of this...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,160
Isle of Skye Highlights - Bespoke Private Tour for up to 7 guests

Your journey to the Isle of Skye is a private experience designed entirely around you. Travelling in comfort with your own guide, the day can …More

Your journey to the Isle of Skye is a private experience designed entirely around you. Travelling in comfort with your own guide, the day can...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,165
Taste the Best Scottish Ales: Rose Street Private Pub Tour

Embark on a journey through time & heritage, from old to new within the heart of Edinburgh, home to many of the UK’s oldest drinking …More

Embark on a journey through time & heritage, from old to new within the heart of Edinburgh, home to many of the UK’s oldest drinking...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$120
Private Edinburgh Tour for Families with a Local, 100% Personalized

Make life-long memories with your tribe as you follow our local Edinburgh host on a family-friendly adventure through this fairytale city of castles and legends. …More

Make life-long memories with your tribe as you follow our local Edinburgh host on a family-friendly adventure through this fairytale city of castles and legends....

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$63
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