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10 Day Trips from in Edinburgh That You Shouldn't Miss
Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city, renowned for its heritage, culture and festivals.
Take a long walk around the centre to explore the World Heritage Sites of the Old Town and New Town, as well as all the area’s museums and galleries. Then stop for a delicious meal made from fresh Scottish produce before heading out to take in one of Edinburgh’s many events — including the famous summer festivals of culture, or the Winter Festivals of music, light and ceilidhs.
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1. Central Scotland Driving Tour - Stirlingshire (Private)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Discover whats beyond the city walls on your very own full day private tour of central Scotland in our Land Rover Discovery. See the castles, the lochs, the hills and even some of the filming locations that makes Scotland the stunning country it is today. All our tours can be personalised to your needs and be as action packed or relaxed as you want.
Inclusions: All guiding fees, All vehicle costs including parking (Parking at Midhope castle is not included), Hotel pickup and drop-off , Air-conditioned vehicle, Child Seats (must be pre-arranged), Land Rover Discovery for up to 6 adults, Bottled water
Exclusions: Bottled water is available in the car free of charge (all other food and drink is not included within the tour), Gratuities, Entry to the sites are not included (Castles, Distilleries etc)
Reviewed By janinaw574
we booked an online tour with Chris through Edinburgh. It was really fantastic, thank you! Chris is very knowledgeable and passionate about this beautiful city, it was almost like being there in person. Cannot recommend him enough.
2. Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Private Day Tour from Edinburgh
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Travel deep into the Highlands of Scotland on our monster-sized day tour. You will hear the legendary stories of the Jacobites, get a chance to spot the mythical Loch Ness Monster, as well as get lost in the beauty of Glencoe. It’s a tour packed with bewildering beauty and its perfect for those who are short on time and want to experience Scotland as much as possible. Places you explore: Callander, Loch Ba, Three Waters - waterfall, Glencoe, Laggan Locks, Fort Augustus, Loch Ness, Laggan Dam, Dalwhinney Distillery. • Full-day small group tour from Edinburgh (maximum 4 passengers) • Personalised attention, private tour (no one apart from you and your family members, friends will attend this tour) • You have more free time for sightseeing compared to similar bus tours • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver/guide on this small group tour • Mercedes V Class • Please note that tours stops and timings are flexible and for reference purposes only
Inclusions: Driver as a guide, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Admission fees
Reviewed By meghanc746
Ed was the perfect guide for a Girl's Day Trip. We had some extenuating circumstances on a previous tour earlier in the week that precluded us from completing it. We decided to try a private tour for the end of our trip and so glad we did. We had a few ideas of what we wanted to see and he was able to help us customize a day trip to see as many of those items as we could. He was a perfect tour guide and so patient and kind when we wanted to stop and look at various things and places (hairy cows and shopping!). We never felt rushed during our trip and he was also able to guide us through several castles so we go to see everything in our allotted time. Had we toured these places by ourselves I feel like we would have missed so much. We had a great time on our day trip and I would highly recommend Ed for a private tour of Scotland and the country side.
3. The Ultimate Whisky Experience from Edinburgh
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4.9 based on 35 reviews
Take a trip into Whisky paradise on our 1 day Ultimate Whisky Experience tour from Edinburgh. Visit two distilleries; Dewar's and Deanston; view stunning scenery across Loch Lubnaig and enjoy a relaxing stop in the village of Killin on this Scottish Whisky trail
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks
Reviewed By 167mahmoudm
A fantastic day with Neil our tour guide. A PLENTY of information in attractive way. Ask to go the trip with him. You deserve a trip like this with a fantastic tour guide like Neil. We saw 7 lochs, 4 castles, and two villages. Thank you Neil
4. Loch Ness, Highlands and Whisky Distillery Day Tour from Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 460 reviews
When exploring Scotland on your 1 Day Loch Ness, Glencoe, Highlands & Whisky Tour, you will get to experience the very best of Scotland in a jam packed adventure. This tour is perfect for those who might have limited time and want to get the most for their money. With breathtaking scenery and landscapes of unspoilt nature you’ll travel the Scottish highlands, getting away from the hussle and bustle of modern life. Experience Scottish culture through the folklore of Scotland’s myths and legends, historical sites and learn about the process of making Scotch whisky - Scotland’s national drink. Every twist and turn of the winding Scottish road has a new photo opportunity, a new story to be told and a new experience to be had.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local guide, Pick-up and drop-off from designated meeting points, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, The optional whisky distillery tour costs £10 per adult, £5 for children under 18 no whisky tasting, Optional boat cruise on Loch Ness costs £14 per adult, £9.50 for children under 16
Reviewed By iswrt
Going on this tour is one of the best decisions I have made. I was quite nervous to begin with as I usually travel alone but our tour guide John made us all feel welcome very quick. All of the stops and sights were so beautiful and like nothing I have seen before. The people on the tour were also very kind. Highly recommend!
5. Stirling Castle and Whisky Small Group Day Tour from Edinburgh
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4.8 based on 331 reviews
Join this small group tour (maximum 16 passengers) and follow in the footsteps of great Scottish heroes on this historic and scenic trip into the Scottish heartlands. Enjoy a day with at least 5 fabulous stops including Stirling Castle, whisky tour and tasting at the Glengoyne Distillery and a scenic drive through the Highlands to the legendary Loch Lomond.
Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Local guide, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes mini-coach
Exclusions: All entrance fees, Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By EmJo
23 October 2020. Almost everything is so good, but Glencoe stood out due to its natural beauty. We were on the foot of the mountains. I highly recommend this tour to everyone!! Keith was our tourguide and driver. Very professional. :)
6. The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Experience from Edinburgh
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4.8 based on 178 reviews
Enjoy a one day tour visiting filming locations of the award-winning TV series, Outlander. Visit castles, palaces and mansions. Explore Linlithgow Palace, Outlander's Wentworth Prison; see Blackness Castle, the Headquarters of Black Jack Randall, and explore the Royal Burgh of Culross, Claire's herb garden; and many more!
Inclusions: Driver/guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entry to attractions
Reviewed By 167mahmoudm
A fantastic day with Neil our tour guide. A PLENTY of information in attractive way. Ask to go the trip with him. You deserve a trip like this with a fantastic tour guide like Neil. We saw 7 lochs, 4 castles, and two villages. Thank you Neil
7. Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Day Tour from Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 474 reviews
Join this small group tour (13 passengers or less) for a classic one day tour to Loch Ness. Traveling through spectacular Highland scenery, this tour is the perfect way to see lots of Scotland and search for the famous Loch Ness monster. Highlights include stunning Glen Coe and an optional boat cruise on Loch Ness, the world’s most mysterious stretch of water. This twelve hour adventure represents great value for money.
Inclusions: Small group tour - 13 passengers or less, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes mini-coach, Driver/guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Attraction Entrance Fees
Reviewed By basiao977
We went on the Loch Ness and Highlands tour and it was really good. Even though you spend a long time in the bus, you can’t really feel it because of the amazing views. 10/10 would recommend ???? (not if you have motion sickness though)
8. Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian's Wall Small Group Day Tour from Edinburgh
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4.8 based on 411 reviews
Join this small group tour (13 passengers or less) and travel to the amazing and mysterious 15th century Rosslyn Chapel, across the historic Scotland/England border and south to Hadrian’s Wall, a World Heritage Site celebrating the power – and northern limit – of the Roman Empire. Other highlights on this tour include the mighty Abbeys of Melrose and Jedburgh as you journey at a relaxed pace through the beautiful Borderlands.
Inclusions: Small group tour - 13 passengers or less, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes mini-coach
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Attraction Entrance Fees
Reviewed By EmJo
23 October 2020. Almost everything is so good, but Glencoe stood out due to its natural beauty. We were on the foot of the mountains. I highly recommend this tour to everyone!! Keith was our tourguide and driver. Very professional. :)
9. Highland Lochs, Glens and Whisky Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 339 reviews
Fancy sampling a wee dram o' whisky and exploring the rugged landscape of the Scottish Highlands? Combine the two on a small-group day trip from Edinburgh, and discover the real taste of Scotland! You’ll see the area’s beautiful scenery, full of lochs and glens, and sample Scotland’s favorite beverage. With a maximum group size of 16 passengers, this special full-day tour allows you to have a memorable and personal experience.
Inclusions: Professional driver/guide, Top of the range Mercedes mini-coach, Small Group Tour (16 people max)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Entrance fees (Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery)
Reviewed By 464kathyi
Just returned from a lovely trip to the beautiful city of Edinburgh, can't wait to go back ???? During my stay I booked two 1 day tours with Rabbis. Firstly a huge thank you for running the tours with just the 2 of us, our stay had been planned around these days out so very grateful they went ahead. The Outlander tour with Lizzie was amazing as was Lizzie, she went out of her way to ensure we had a great day even though the weather was a bit liquidy! She was extremely knowledgeable about the Outlander series/locations and Scottish history in general, many thanks Lizzie. Our second tour was to St Andrews and the fishing villages of Fife with David who was fab, he was extremely helpful, flexible, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour. The villages were beautiful and St Andrews was stunning, we were also fortunate enough to have lovely sunny weather. I would highly recommend both tours and guides! Kathy ☀️☔????
10. Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 374 reviews
Take the ultimate Scotland tour and see for yourself if the Loch Ness Monster is lurking under the water. During your journey you will catch views of Stirling Castle and The Wallace Monument
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup, Transport
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel drop-off, Boat cruise, Food and drinks
Reviewed By eliset056
I do understand that covid circumstances are very challenging for tourism all over the world but the treatment we received today from Greyline Scotland was really substandard. We were announced late the previous day (too late to book another excursion) by Andy Wilson (a very rude person) that our excursion was cancelled due to too few participants (not financially profitable!) and to be refunded I had to contact GetYourGuide without no clue of their phone number nor e-mail address. Mr Wilson didn’t even make a small effort to answer my last message! I cannot avoin comparing our treatment to Rabbies company in Aberdeen which organised a tour even to only one person. Grayline Scotland, a company really worth avoiding!!
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