EDINBURGH · DAY TRIPS
The ones worth setting an alarm for.
The 15 most-booked edinburgh day trips, all done in a single day and back by evening. Each one comes with the pickup point, how long you are away, what it costs and the company that runs it.
Glencoe, Fort William and Glenfinnan Viaduct in 12 hours from Edinburgh, with Harry Potter filming spots and Jacobite train views.
Most PopularGuided day trip from Edinburgh to Glencoe, Fort William, and Glenfinnan Viaduct. See Skyfall and Harry Potter spots plus the Jacobite train view.
“Amazing trip. Everything was well organized. Our guide was so funny, he kept making good jokes, we were laughing throughout. There were lot of additional photo stops as well. The guide explained a lot of Scotland history and kept us engaged. This trip is a must try for anyone who wants to see the beauty…”
From Edinburgh, a 12-hour Highlands drive: Callander, Glencoe, Fort William, Glenfinnan Viaduct for the Jacobite train view.
“The tour was very insightful and beautifully organized. Every stop felt meaningful, and the landscapes were absolutely stunning. Scott, our driver, made the experience very pleasant, his knowledge of Scottish history and local stories was impressive, and he shared everything with real passion. I learned so much while enjoying every moment of the trip. I…”
Take a coach through Callander, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness and more from Edinburgh. Photo stops, stories, and optional cruise.
“While it is a long day -- it's well worth the journey. The drive through the Highlands was the highlight for us. Simply stunning. We loved Glencoe. Loch Ness itself was nice, and we're glad we visited. The other stops along the way were, however, so much more incredible.”
Edinburgh day trip to Glenfinnan Viaduct, Loch Shiel, Glencoe and Fort William, with Harry Potter and Bond film stops plus guide stories.
Guided Scottish Highlands day trip from Edinburgh with Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle ruins, and optional Nessie cruise.
“The driver and guide were excellent. However, according to what the itinerary says, our first stop was supposed to be the hairy coos. It actually was our LAST stop which was annoying since it was dark and the photos weren’t great. It actually seemed as if they did the entire itinerary backwards from what was…”
Nessie, Glencoe, and the Highlands in one guided day from Edinburgh, with Loch Ness free time and optional cruises.
“Loved this all day tour through the Highlands, Glencoe and the Lochs, including Loch Ness. Shafiq, our guide, was phenomenal. Both knowledgeable and quick witted. Such beautiful scenery and landscapes.”
Small-group day trip from Edinburgh to St Andrews and Fife fishing villages, with Forth Bridge views and Falkland Palace.
“Our tour guide was absolutely fantastic - knowledgeable and entertaining. Not a dull moment and learned so much.”
Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Scottish Highlands in one long day from Edinburgh, with guided comfort and optional Nessie cruise.
“Upstairs is good for viewing but don't miss the presentation downstairs. Fascinating! This is well worth doing.”
See Lallybroch, Castle Leoch, Cranesmuir and Fort William scenes on a 9.5-hour small-group day trip from Edinburgh.
“It was well organized and clearly described on the website. We had plenty of time to see each location. It does involve some uneven stone stairs if you want to go inside the castles. Got to see the most important locations from the first several episodes. It was fascinating and a lot of fun. It…”
Edinburgh day trip to Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands with Loch Ness stop, optional cruise, Fort William lunch, and big scenery.
“Lee was fantastic, funny and he drove the bus like a boss!! Highly recommend this tour company 👌🏾👍🏾”
Outlander filming locations and Jacobite-era sites on a 9-hour Edinburgh day trip to Culross, Linlithgow, Blackness and more.
“Very enjoyable! The transportation was very comfortable, and the fact that it was a small group was very appreciated. The guide was pleasant and knowledgeable, and flexible with what we wanted to do. The castles were interesting. A pity that Midhope Castle is gutted on the inside, and so we could only see the outside.…”
Small-group day tour from Edinburgh to Rosslyn Chapel and the Scottish Borders, with guided stops, expert storytelling, and mini-coach comfort.
“Highly highly recommend this trip was amazing! Nik the driver for my tour was really great at storytelling and letting us know the history which was perfect for me. He also was a great driver in general and as someone who gets extremely car sick I was very grateful. The chapel somehow outshone my expectations…”
Air-conditioned ride from Edinburgh to Loch Lomond and Stirling, with Kelpies stops, onboard stories, and optional Stirling Castle.
“Enjoyed spending our last day in Scotland, taking a break from walking, being guided around some of the lowlands by Sophie, our driver and guide. The Kelpies are a fun photo stop, but something you can easily skip to spend time somewhere else if sculpture or art isn’t your jam. Not that you can skip…”
A 10-hour Highlands bus day trip from Edinburgh with castles, lochs, and Inveraray, plus Rest and Be Thankful views and lively commentary.
“We had a phenomenal trip with our guide, Jamie. He shared so much Scottish history with humor, flair, and enthusiasm. We felt very safe and comfortable with Jamie at the helm. Because it was such an excellent experience, we have booked a second tour with Timberbush this week. A true Scottish adventure. Highly recommend!”
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