Top Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours

Q: Which Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour Tickets Included Edinburgh Castle Tickets and Tour - Local Expert Guide In a Kilt View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Edinburgh?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Edinburgh are: Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours Edinburgh Luxury & Special Occasions Edinburgh Luxury Tours Edinburgh Historical & Heritage Tours Edinburgh Tours & Sightseeing View all tour styles in Edinburgh →

2 Days on the Loch Ness Canal of Caledonia and the Highlands

Tour of two days and one night, with accommodation and full breakfast included. Scotland's must-see landscapes and sights in two days. Regions to visit: The …More

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2 Days on the Loch Ness Canal of Caledonia and the Highlands

Tour of two days and one night, with accommodation and full breakfast included. Scotland's must-see landscapes and sights in two days. Regions to visit: The...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

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$653

TOUR ALL THE FLAVORS OF SCOTLAND & SKYE! 5 days + 5 nights.

Discover the very best of Scotland on this spectacular 5-day, 5-night journey through some of the country's most beautiful landscapes, historic sites and cultural highlights. …More

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TOUR ALL THE FLAVORS OF SCOTLAND & SKYE! 5 days + 5 nights.

Discover the very best of Scotland on this spectacular 5-day, 5-night journey through some of the country's most beautiful landscapes, historic sites and cultural highlights....

5 days

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$1,993

Multi-Sensory Small Group Historic Old Town Walking Tour

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond …More

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Multi-Sensory Small Group Historic Old Town Walking Tour

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$41

Private Tour to St Andrews & Charming Coast Towns from Edinburgh

Make the most of your day in Scotland with a private scenic tour to St Andrews and the picturesque east coast, blending coastal beauty with …More

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Private Tour to St Andrews & Charming Coast Towns from Edinburgh

Make the most of your day in Scotland with a private scenic tour to St Andrews and the picturesque east coast, blending coastal beauty with...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$135

Loch Ness and The Highlands from Edinburgh

Discover the majestic landscapes of Scotland on this 12-hour Loch Ness and Highlands tour departing from Edinburgh. Journey through the stunning Rannoch Moor and the …More

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Loch Ness and The Highlands from Edinburgh

Discover the majestic landscapes of Scotland on this 12-hour Loch Ness and Highlands tour departing from Edinburgh. Journey through the stunning Rannoch Moor and the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,151

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most evocative castles in the whole of Britain and has dominated the Edinburgh skyline for centuries. In this 3-hour …More

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Private Edinburgh Castle Tour

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most evocative castles in the whole of Britain and has dominated the Edinburgh skyline for centuries. In this 3-hour...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$273

Stone & Story: Rosslyn Chapel & Melrose Abbey Private Day Trip

Indulge in a truly lavish exploration of Scotland's cultural and historical treasures with TRIPorganiser's exclusive private day trip from Edinburgh. Embark on a captivating journey …More

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Stone & Story: Rosslyn Chapel & Melrose Abbey Private Day Trip

Indulge in a truly lavish exploration of Scotland's cultural and historical treasures with TRIPorganiser's exclusive private day trip from Edinburgh. Embark on a captivating journey...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$407

Glasgow in a Day: Family-friendly Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Embark on a captivating full-day private tour to Glasgow, where each moment unveils a new layer of the city's diverse charm. Our journey commences at …More

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Glasgow in a Day: Family-friendly Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Embark on a captivating full-day private tour to Glasgow, where each moment unveils a new layer of the city's diverse charm. Our journey commences at...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$340

Highland Delights: Private Day Tour of the Scottish Highlands

Highland Delights is a private day tour from Hearts & Highlands, a family-run business with a decade of experience showing people the real Scotland. The …More

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Highland Delights: Private Day Tour of the Scottish Highlands

Highland Delights is a private day tour from Hearts & Highlands, a family-run business with a decade of experience showing people the real Scotland. The...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$340

Medical and Surgical History of Edinburgh - Private Walking Tour

Let an Edinburgh doctor take you on a deep and fascinating trip into our medical and surgical history! On this three to four hour tour, …More

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Medical and Surgical History of Edinburgh - Private Walking Tour

Let an Edinburgh doctor take you on a deep and fascinating trip into our medical and surgical history! On this three to four hour tour,...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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Delve into the mystical history of Edinburgh, where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in the allure of the city's magical past. Explore the …More

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Magical Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Delve into the mystical history of Edinburgh, where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in the allure of the city's magical past. Explore the...

2 hours

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Edinburgh Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Your Edinburgh Private Day Tour takes in the stunning capital of Scotland. Edinburgh is our hometown, and like a lot of locals we are proud …More

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Edinburgh Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Your Edinburgh Private Day Tour takes in the stunning capital of Scotland. Edinburgh is our hometown, and like a lot of locals we are proud...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$243

Highlights of Scotland Custom Private Tour from Edinburgh

Your Private Highlights of Scotland Excursion allows you to escape into the heart of Scotland. You Customise the itinerary according to your interests, this excursion …More

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Highlights of Scotland Custom Private Tour from Edinburgh

Your Private Highlights of Scotland Excursion allows you to escape into the heart of Scotland. You Customise the itinerary according to your interests, this excursion...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$257

The ultimate Outlander day tour from Edinburgh. Hitting all the many film locations. The tour runs all year around and the itinerary is changeable depending …More

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Ultimate Outlander Day Tour

The ultimate Outlander day tour from Edinburgh. Hitting all the many film locations. The tour runs all year around and the itinerary is changeable depending...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,090

Private Outlander tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh

A massive fan of the hit TV show, your tour guide for the day has actually appeared in Season 3 & 4 of Outlander so …More

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Private Outlander tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh

A massive fan of the hit TV show, your tour guide for the day has actually appeared in Season 3 & 4 of Outlander so...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$985

Codebreakers' Choice: Rosslyn Chapel & Da Vinci Code

Join us on a half-day expedition through the Pentlands region, where the pages of history come alive at Castlelaw Hillfort, an Iron Age hill fort …More

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Codebreakers' Choice: Rosslyn Chapel & Da Vinci Code

Join us on a half-day expedition through the Pentlands region, where the pages of history come alive at Castlelaw Hillfort, an Iron Age hill fort...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Ultimate Day tour Edinburgh: Glencoe, Highland Cows, Loch Lomond

Embark on a private day tour to the scenic Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh. Collection right outside your accommodation. Travelling privately means you only travel with …More

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Ultimate Day tour Edinburgh: Glencoe, Highland Cows, Loch Lomond

Embark on a private day tour to the scenic Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh. Collection right outside your accommodation. Travelling privately means you only travel with...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,007

Private Dark History Tour: Eerie Edinburgh

On this evening walk you will discover Edinburgh's dark side. Hangman's noose and witches' brew, heinous deeds and restless spirits - the closes of the …More

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Private Dark History Tour: Eerie Edinburgh

On this evening walk you will discover Edinburgh's dark side. Hangman's noose and witches' brew, heinous deeds and restless spirits - the closes of the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Spend four amazing days exploring the natural beauty and historic treasures of the island of Mull and surrounding areas. You’ll visit Calgary Bay, the islands …More

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4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Spend four amazing days exploring the natural beauty and historic treasures of the island of Mull and surrounding areas. You’ll visit Calgary Bay, the islands...

4 days

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$1,071

8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

This tour takes you to the West coast, through the Highlands over to Skye and then up to the Orkney Isles with incredible driver-guides and …More

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8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

This tour takes you to the West coast, through the Highlands over to Skye and then up to the Orkney Isles with incredible driver-guides and...

8 days

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$2,146

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours are:

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Which Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours have Free Cancellation?

Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours have Hotel Pickup?

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