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Best Day Trips from Edinburgh

Castle on the rock, closes off the Royal Mile, ridges you can walk before lunch. Curated day-trip ideas from Edinburgh — sights you can comfortably see and return for dinner. All bookable through Viator.

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9h 30m

Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

Imagine walking in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from the hit series Outlander on this small-group tour, with a local guide regaling all the gruesome history and stories that...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $93 a person
13h

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.

  • 4.7★ · 2897 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $89 a person
Hermitage - Dunkeld
9h

Scotland's Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh

Enjoy a day of whisky and waterfalls on a small-group day trip from Edinburgh, led by a friendly local guide!

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $79 a person
12h

Loch Ness, Glencoe, the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

This 12 hour tour will fit in as much of Scotland as can possibly done in one day!

  • 4.6★ · 2464 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $79 a person
30 min

Edinburgh Airport Private Transfers To & From Edinburgh Airport

At CabAir, we set the standard for private transfers in Edinburgh.

  • 5.0★ · 64 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $87 a person
Loch Ness
12h

1 Day Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

Embark on an unforgettable full-day journey through the Highlands, where breathtaking landscapes and legendary tales await.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $84 a person
Glencoe
12h 30m

Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

Embark on an unforgettable 1-day adventure through Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Scottish Highlands.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $61 a person
8h 15m

Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

Entrance to *Doune and Blackness Castles included in tour price.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $127 a person
6h 30m

Hairy Coos and Highland Views: A Short-Day Escape from Edinburgh

Embark on a delightful day tour from Edinburgh, where Scotland’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes await.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $61 a person
10h

Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

On our Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles tour from Edinburgh we will take you to some of the best scenery Scotland has to offer.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $87 a person
9h

Scottish Highland Games Day Trip from Edinburgh

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the color and energy of the unique Scottish Highlands Games on a day trip from Edinburgh.

  • 4.6★ · 85 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $158 a person
9h 30m

Best of Scotland in a Day Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

This small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) combines all that’s great about Scotland into a short day out – a castle, mountains, lochs, photo opportunities,...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $92 a person
12h

Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise

Embark on an unforgettable 12-hour adventure from Edinburgh and experience the very best of the Scottish Highlands.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Bestseller
From $140 a person
Puffins in Scotland on a trip from Edinburgh
7h

Puffin Boat Trip & Tantallon Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh

See Puffins in Scotland!

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  • Likely to sell out
From $218 a person
9h

Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh

Take a small-group day trip from Edinburgh to the beautiful Scottish Highlands and get to know Loch Lomond, Trossachs National Park and Stirling Castle.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $74 a person
72h

3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

Immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye on this 3-day small-group tour from Edinburgh, with accommodation and round-trip transport included.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Likely to sell out
From $714 a person
The Quirang, Isle of Skye
72h

3-Day Guided Isle of Skye and Highlands with Stay from Edinburgh

Depart Edinburgh at 0830am and discover the best of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
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From $545 a person
10h 30m

1 Day Castles, West Highlands and Loch Lomond Tour from Edinburgh

Travel northwest from Edinburgh on this small-group tour for an unforgettable day of stunning mountains, lochs, and ancient Scottish castles.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $87 a person
Views of Oban
11h 30m

Oban and the West Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh

Escape the city bustle of Edinburgh, and head west on the small group Oban and West Highlands Day Trip!

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $80 a person
6h 45m

Rosslyn Chapel and Scottish Borders Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh

Nowhere in Scotland is more riddled with mystery than Rosslyn Chapel.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $89 a person
5h

Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

Join our small-group walking tour and visit Edinburgh in one day.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $131 a person
Glen Coe
12h

Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a classic one day tour to Loch Ness.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $121 a person
Our clients up in Glencoe so happy to be here even on a dull day.
11h

Scottish Highlands, Castles, Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

Unveil the Magic of Scotland with Our Exclusive Guided Tour!

  • 5.0★ · 60 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $341 a person
Incredible Glencoe
12h 15m

Loch Ness, Glen Coe & The Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh

Explore some of Scotland's most iconic sites and stunning scenery with this unique guided day tour from Edinburgh and witness the unique site of Glen Coe, the beauty of Ben Nevis...

  • 4.6★ · 235 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $84 a person

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