Top Edinburgh Day Trips & Excursions

Q: Which Edinburgh Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Edinburgh Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Loch Ness, Glencoe, the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Got any more Edinburgh trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Edinburgh Tours. Top 10 Edinburgh 2026 Senior-friendly tours Edinburgh The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Edinburgh Top Day Trips from Edinburgh Things to do in Edinburgh this summer View all Edinburgh Trip Ideas →

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 →

Explore Outlander locations close to Edinburgh with a fellow fan Driver/Guide. Winter in Scotland is a great time to visit as most locations are quiet. …More

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Private Outlander Tour from Edinburgh

Explore Outlander locations close to Edinburgh with a fellow fan Driver/Guide. Winter in Scotland is a great time to visit as most locations are quiet....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,028

Highlands & Loch Ness: The Complete Tour

Tour the Scottish Highlands on a day trip from Edinburgh. See Glencoe Valley and the Three Sisters mountain peaks, choose an optional Loch Ness cruise, …More

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Highlands & Loch Ness: The Complete Tour

Tour the Scottish Highlands on a day trip from Edinburgh. See Glencoe Valley and the Three Sisters mountain peaks, choose an optional Loch Ness cruise,...

12 hours Free Cancellation

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$53

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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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...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$1,068

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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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...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,028

First and foremost, traveling in our spacious executive cars ensures a comfortable and luxurious journey for you and your group. Our vehicles are designed with …More

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Private Glencoe and Loch Lomond Tour

First and foremost, traveling in our spacious executive cars ensures a comfortable and luxurious journey for you and your group. Our vehicles are designed with...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,294

James Bond tours Scotland, Highlands small group tours

Embark on the ultimate James Bond private tour— an unforgettable journey through Scotland’s dramatic landscapes and legendary film locations. This exclusive experience takes you deep …More

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James Bond tours Scotland, Highlands small group tours

Embark on the ultimate James Bond private tour— an unforgettable journey through Scotland’s dramatic landscapes and legendary film locations. This exclusive experience takes you deep...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$925

Scottish Highlands Private small group Tours

This private tour of the Highlands features a drive through the beautiful scenery of Loch Lomond National park , passing Loch Lubhair and Loch Lubnaig and …More

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Scottish Highlands Private small group Tours

This private tour of the Highlands features a drive through the beautiful scenery of Loch Lomond National park , passing Loch Lubhair and Loch Lubnaig and...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$631

Private Scottish Highlands Day Tour with Highland Cows

Experience the Scottish Highlands on a private, customizable day tour with Heart and Highlands, a family run company offering authentic Scotland experiences. Discover dramatic landscapes, …More

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Private Scottish Highlands Day Tour with Highland Cows

Experience the Scottish Highlands on a private, customizable day tour with Heart and Highlands, a family run company offering authentic Scotland experiences. Discover dramatic landscapes,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$340

Luxury Private Loch Lomond & Trossachs: Hidden Lochside Gem Tours

Escape the crowds on a private luxury tour of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, created for travelers seeking Scotland’s wild beauty, hidden gems, and authentic …More

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Luxury Private Loch Lomond & Trossachs: Hidden Lochside Gem Tours

Escape the crowds on a private luxury tour of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, created for travelers seeking Scotland’s wild beauty, hidden gems, and authentic...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$407

Top Scottish film locations tour, small group tours

Top Scottish film locations tour featuring Outlander, the Monty Python & Game of Thrones castle. Scotland has been a favourite location for film makers for many …More

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Top Scottish film locations tour, small group tours

Top Scottish film locations tour featuring Outlander, the Monty Python & Game of Thrones castle. Scotland has been a favourite location for film makers for many...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$713

Private Scottish Borders, Lindisfarne Priory & Flodden Field Tour

A private tour for you and your party, following in the footsteps of Vikings, Martyrs & the armies of King Henry VIII. A full day …More

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Private Scottish Borders, Lindisfarne Priory & Flodden Field Tour

A private tour for you and your party, following in the footsteps of Vikings, Martyrs & the armies of King Henry VIII. A full day...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,222

This allows you the opportunity to see a bit of everything, Rob Roy country the National Park of "The Trossachs" and lunch. After lunch it’s …More

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Private Braveheart & Whisky

This allows you the opportunity to see a bit of everything, Rob Roy country the National Park of "The Trossachs" and lunch. After lunch it’s...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,087

Private Driving Tour to Stirling, Battle Of Banockburn,William Wallace,whisky

This eight hour tour will include a visit to Stirling Castle which was first mentioned around 1100. This Castle was fought over and changed hands …More

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Private Driving Tour to Stirling, Battle Of Banockburn,William Wallace,whisky

This eight hour tour will include a visit to Stirling Castle which was first mentioned around 1100. This Castle was fought over and changed hands...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,227

Private Highland Whisky, Stirling Castle and Linlithgow Palace Tour - Edinburgh

The only tour from Edinburgh that visits a Scottish Highland whisky distillery, Stirling castle and the birth place of Mary Queen of Scots in one …More

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Private Highland Whisky, Stirling Castle and Linlithgow Palace Tour - Edinburgh

The only tour from Edinburgh that visits a Scottish Highland whisky distillery, Stirling castle and the birth place of Mary Queen of Scots in one...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$274

Private Driving Tour to St Andrew's and Fishing Villages of Fife

Traveling in our spacious executive cars ensures a comfortable and luxurious journey for you and your group. Our vehicles are designed with your comfort in …More

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Private Driving Tour to St Andrew's and Fishing Villages of Fife

Traveling in our spacious executive cars ensures a comfortable and luxurious journey for you and your group. Our vehicles are designed with your comfort in...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,234

Edinburgh: Lindores Distillery & Falkland Palace Private Day Tour

Beginning in Edinburgh, the first sight you’ll see is the breathtaking shores of Loch Leven. From here, your private driver-guide will take you to the …More

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Edinburgh: Lindores Distillery & Falkland Palace Private Day Tour

Beginning in Edinburgh, the first sight you’ll see is the breathtaking shores of Loch Leven. From here, your private driver-guide will take you to the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$137

Ruinous Highland Village and Standing Stones Day Trip

Sooth Sayers and whisky and standing stones and a ruined Highland village and mountains and lochs and clans and all the crazy stories from this …More

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Ruinous Highland Village and Standing Stones Day Trip

Sooth Sayers and whisky and standing stones and a ruined Highland village and mountains and lochs and clans and all the crazy stories from this...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$987

Highland Whisky Private Tour from Edinburgh

Enjoy a private driver guided tour with a qualified guide who specialises in Whisky. Insightful fun facts and stories will be told along the way. …More

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Highland Whisky Private Tour from Edinburgh

Enjoy a private driver guided tour with a qualified guide who specialises in Whisky. Insightful fun facts and stories will be told along the way....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,083

Edinburgh - Private Day Tour - Free Dram

Every traveller is different, and so is every tour I create. Whether you're into castles, outdoor adventures, whisky tasting, or historical sites, I’ll design a …More

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Edinburgh - Private Day Tour - Free Dram

Every traveller is different, and so is every tour I create. Whether you're into castles, outdoor adventures, whisky tasting, or historical sites, I’ll design a...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$891

Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

Immerse yourself in spectacular scenery, beguiling mystery and dramatic history on this day trip from Edinburgh. Traveling to the Scottish Highlands, witness the stunning vistas …More

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Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

Immerse yourself in spectacular scenery, beguiling mystery and dramatic history on this day trip from Edinburgh. Traveling to the Scottish Highlands, witness the stunning vistas...

13 hours Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Edinburgh Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Edinburgh Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

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

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Which Edinburgh Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which Edinburgh Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Edinburgh Day Trips & Excursions 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 Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

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