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10 Best 1-Day Tours In Scotland

Scotland's standouts.

The 10 most-booked 1-day tours in Scotland. What each day actually includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.

10 Best 1-Day Tours In Scotland

Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh - Getting Set Up: Meeting Point, Coach Comfort, and Timing

1.Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

Most Popular★ 4.5

Full-day Highlands from Edinburgh with Forth Bridge, Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, Glen Coe, and Stirling Castle.

“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…”

2,793 reviews13 hours (approx.)From $74.89by Highland Experience Tours

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Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh - Midhope Castle (Lallybroch): The First Fix for Outlander Fans

2.Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

★ 5.0

Outlander film sites in one day from Edinburgh: Midhope, Doune, Culross, Falkland, Blackness. Small-group coach tour with expert guide.

“This was an incredible tour. Seeing these locations in person was mind blowing. Our driver Connor was friendly and chock full of historical knowledge, really added to the fun of the day . Only one suggestion more than 20 minute stop in Falkland in necessary, we felt quite rushed. We would highly recommend this tour…”

1,776 reviews9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)by Highland Explorer Tours Ltd

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

1 Day Castles, West Highlands and Loch Lomond Tour from Edinburgh - Price and what you truly get for $88.76

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

★ 5.0

A small-group day tour from Edinburgh to West Highlands castles, Loch Fyne, and Loch Lomond, with optional entries and expert driving.

“Noah was our tour guide and he was great! We really liked the small group. We would have preferred to have more time to explore Inveraray Castle but we ran out of time because none of the places to eat opened until noon and later. We lost time waiting for that because we got there…”

850 reviews10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $88.76by Highland Explorer Tours Ltd

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

Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh - Balmaha and Loch Lomond: where the walk is short, but the views hit hard

The Outlander 1 Day Experience

The Outlander 1 Day Experience - Culross and the Mercat Cross: Outlander scenes meet real town drama

5.The Outlander 1 Day Experience

★ 5.0

A full day from Edinburgh to Outlander filming spots, castles, and palace ruins, with guided stories and photo stops built for fans.

“We had a wonderful time with our guide Brandon, he was very informative. We had a great experience we will be coming back.”

581 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $81.83by Gray Line Scotland

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Harry Potter’s Alnwick Castle and Scottish Borders Day Trip

Harry Potter's Alnwick Castle and Scottish Borders Day Trip - Where the Day Starts (and Why Your Timing Matters)

Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness

Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness - Portree lunch and free time: your best chance to slow down

7.Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness

★ 4.5

One long day from Inverness to Loch Ness and Skye, with photo stops at Eilean Donan, Portree lunch time, and folklore along the way.

“AVOID THIS COMPANY. They are deceptive and dishonest. We had a 8:20 PM train to take, so we booked this Isle of Skye tour since it was listed as 10 hours long, starting at 8 AM. It should have returned at 6 PM. I messaged them to verify it, and they said it wouldn't get…”

385 reviews11 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $67.99by Highland Experience Tours

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1 Day Moray Coast Tour with Speyside Whisky from Inverness

1 Day Moray Coast Tour with Speyside Whisky from Inverness - Findhorn Beach: harbour views and a simple seaside walk

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

Scotland's Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh - The Highlands drive: Lochs, wee hairy coos, and narration that keeps it moving

9.Scotland’s Glens, Highlands & Whisky Day Trip from Edinburgh

★ 5.0

A full-day coach trip from Edinburgh for Highland views, the Kelpies, Glenturret whisky, and a woodland walk to Black Linn Falls.

“Dusty was a great guide. We had a wonderful time. He was very informative and gave us recommendations on places to eat. Our trip to the distillery was just the right amount of time. The waterfall was less than impressive but the walk in nature was very nice.”

238 reviewsFrom $90.89by Highland Explorer Tours Ltd

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1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour - Deanston Distillery: how the whisky stop adds real meaning to the day

10.1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

★ 5.0

One day from Edinburgh to Deanston whisky, Glencoe, Fort Augustus and Pitlochry, with live stories from a Hairy Coo driver-guide.

“What an amazing and memorable day! The Whisky Tour was interesting and samples were great. So much to see and many chances to take photos. Colin regaled us with fascinating and humorous stories from Scotland's rich history and also showed many spots made famous in films. Was a nice smaller group and a relaxing day.…”

169 reviews12 hours 25 minutes (approx.)From $68.06by The Hairy Coo

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