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Edinburgh Cultural Tours & Trips

205 Edinburgh trips. Tours from 64 tour companies. 1,182 reviews. 4.4/5 avg rating.

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Grand Tour of Scotland, England & Wales
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Grand Tour of Scotland, England & Wales

By Tours of Distinction
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4.9/5 Excellent
51 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Blair Castle, Caernarfon Castle, Conwy Castle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Loch Ness, London, Scottish Highlands, Windsor Great Park

Highlights

  • Be on the lookout for Nessy while cruising Lock Ness amongst the Scottish Highlands
  • Grab your spot of tea as we wind our way through medieval Edinburgh with a local guide
  • Scotland and whiskey. Learn all there is to know and become a famed expert at the Blair Athol distillery
  • Explore mighty Caernarfon Castle. This fortress had stood the test of time
  • Say no more – London
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning

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"We loved this trip. Our guide was excellent. We really enjoyed all the included highlights. Our favorite was Biltmore Estate. It is a must!"

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British Landscapes featuring the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - 2024
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British Landscapes featuring the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - 2024

By Collette
premier
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Chester, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, London, Oxford, York

Highlights

  • Enjoy London’s culinary renaissance at a dinner highlighting contemporary British cuisine.
  • Taste the best of Scottish fare in a traditional local restaurant.
  • Behold the Crown Jewels of Scotland on a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle.
  • Discover the medieval Snickelways of York.
  • Explore William Shakespeare’s childhood home in Stratford-upon-Avon.
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Cultural

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"It was a wonderful trip and experience! We are still sorting all the pictures and memories about it, and some of them I would like to share with you - read my diary about this trip! My Diary about our trip to South Dakota shorturl.at/efoX1"

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Wild Scotland - M/V Greg Mortimer
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Wild Scotland - M/V Greg Mortimer

By Explore!
premier
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Bar, Britain, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Orkney Islands, Shetland Islands, The Isle of Skye

Highlights

  • Photograph - some of the world's largest sea bird colonies
  • Incredible birdlife - including puffins
  • Discover picturesque villages and medieval hamlets - on some of Scotland's least-visited islands
  • Sail - with otters and seals
  • Explore by Zodiac - with whales and dolphins swimming alongside you
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Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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"Wow, what a trip. An awesome tour from Saigon to Hanoi under the excellent guidance of our tour leader Doan. Doan and his amazing local support team made the journey engaging, interesting, educational and worry free. Breaks were all arranged at wonderful local places where we got to see real local life. The local support team were on hand to make sure our bikes were mechanically sound at all times and we were fully fuelled on water, fresh fruit and local snacks. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to get an understanding of Vietnam and see some of its incredible history and scenery. It's a country of natural beauty offering so many different experiences with wonderfully friendly local people only too happy to help and show you how they contribute their valuable part to the local economy. See you again soon Vietnam."

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Highlights of Scotland
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Highlights of Scotland

By G Adventures
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Loch Ness

Highlights

  • Follow the historic jacobite rising in inverness
  • Learn about whisky-making with a tasting and guided tour
  • Opt to kayak among beautiful scottish landscapes in cairngorms national park
  • Catch a glimpse of the highest mountain in the british isles — ben nevis
  • See the viaduct in glenfinnan made famous by harry potter
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Cultural

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"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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Scotland: Land of Lore & Legend - 2024
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Scotland: Land of Lore & Legend - 2024

By Collette
premier
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness

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  • Wander the ruins of a 13th-century medieval fortress.
  • See border collies in action during a traditional sheepdog demonstration at a family-run farm.
  • Explore the cultural city of Glasgow.
  • Ferry to the Isle of Iona and visit Iona Abbey.
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Themes

Cultural

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"It was a wonderful trip and experience! We are still sorting all the pictures and memories about it, and some of them I would like to share with you - read my diary about this trip! My Diary about our trip to South Dakota shorturl.at/efoX1"

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Exploring Scotland & Ireland - 2024
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Exploring Scotland & Ireland - 2024

By Collette
premier
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Belfast, Derry, Dublin, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness

Highlights

  • Taste apple cider at a family-run farm.
  • Join in the fun during a night of traditional Scottish food and entertainment.
  • Embark on one of the world’s most breathtaking rail journeys along the Causeway Coast.
  • Explore the Titanic Experience in Belfast.
  • Discover the heritage of Glasgow with a local guide.
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Cultural

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"It was a wonderful trip and experience! We are still sorting all the pictures and memories about it, and some of them I would like to share with you - read my diary about this trip! My Diary about our trip to South Dakota shorturl.at/efoX1"

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Play & Pause: Britain & Ireland 2024-25
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Play & Pause: Britain & Ireland 2024-25

By Topdeck
premier
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their trips perfectly balance epic experiences and free time for exploring in the most popular backpacking destinations.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Bar, Bath, Belfast, Britain, Cardiff, Derry, Dublin, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Galway, Glasgow, London, Scottish Highlands, York

Highlights

  • Walking tour of Oxford with Trip Leader
  • Walking tour of York with Trip Leader
  • Scenic drive through North Moors National Park to Whitby
  • Visit Durham
  • Visit Hadrian’s Wall
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Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Best Tour Guide every so helpful an always switched on, best part was enjoying Long Drinks on the ferry Keep up the great work"

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Scotland in 8 days - Highlands, Castles and Medieval Cities - Charm
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Scotland in 8 days - Highlands, Castles and Medieval Cities - Charm

By Exoticca
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Edinburgh

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The trip was well laid out. Tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The only complaint is some of our travel documents that were sent out were not in English. If your sending documents out correspondence should be in both the native language and the language of the people the correspondence to. Other than that a great first time experience."

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Sue

Jan 2018

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Castles, kilts and whisky - oh my!

My trip to Scotland was amazing! There was something for everyone to enjoy. From the beautiful landscapes, sheep everywhere, botanical gardens, Queen's yacht &...

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Wonderful Tour

Dec 2017

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The tour was a wonderful experience

The tour company really takes the time to find find great locations and provide time to relax.

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Stephen Lane

Oct 2023

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Best of Britain

The optional excursions were hit or miss.

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Michael Hansen

Sep 2023

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Best of Britain

Our itinerary was very well thought out!! I don’t ...

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Lorna Klein

Sep 2023

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Best of Britain

The trip was truly the "best of Britain". Although we didn't stay in one place for very long, we visited so many different places, saw beautiful scenery, enjoyed th...

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