Scotland Tours from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness and London

The best Scotland tour packages depend on your interests and the time available. Popular tour options for first-time visitors include:

Skye and the Scottish Highlands | 3-day tour from Edinburgh or Glasgow
Jacobite Steam Train, Skye and the Highlands | 4-day tour from Edinburgh
Road to the Isles | 5-day tour from Edinburgh or Glasgow

For first-time visitors, a tour that combines Edinburgh, Loch Ness, Glen Coe, the Cairngorms National Park and the Isle of Skye provides an excellent introduction to Scotland’s landscapes, history and culture.

Isle of Skye Explorer | 3-day tour from Edinburgh or Glasgow
Isle of Skye, Jacobite Steam Train and Whisky | 4-day tour from Edinburgh or Glasgow
Skye, Loch Ness and Inverness | 5-day tour from Edinburgh

Yes. Scotland tours from London are available by train or coach. If time is short, one of our Scotland rail tours will maximise your sightseeing time. In just three days, you can combine a stay in Edinburgh with a full day exploring Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands. Add an extra day, and you can extend your adventure with a stay in Inverness with a full day visiting the magical Isle of Skye.

If you have more time available, a luxury tour from London will introduce you to some of Britain’s most famous attractions, such as Bath, Stonehenge, The Lake District and Oxford, as well as Scotland.

Edinburgh, Loch Ness and the Highlands | 3-day rail tour from London
Edinburgh, Skye and the Highlands | 4-day rail tour from London
Edinburgh, Skye and the Jacobite Steam Train Experience | 5-day rail tour from London

Taste of Britain | 7-day coach tour from London
Great Britain | 7-day coach tour from London
Amazing Britain | 8-day coach tour from London

A visit to one or more of Scotland’s islands will introduce you to a completely different side of Scotland. Each island has its own different history and culture, just waiting to be explored.

Why not head for Islay, renowned for its distinctive whiskies or head to the Outer Hebrides, where white-sand beaches and Gaelic traditions thrive. The Orkney Isles are known for their ancient archaeological treasures, including world-famous Neolithic sites. Orkney is often paired with Shetland, whose rugged beauty and Viking heritage make it a unique destination.

Islay Whisky Connoisseur Tour | 4-day tour from Edinburgh
Grand Tour of the Outer Hebrides | 6-day tour from Edinburgh and Glasgow
Orkney Explorer Small Group Tour | 5-day tour from Edinburgh
Highlights of Orkney and Shetland | 6-day tour from Edinburgh and Glasgow

As Scotland’s most popular destination, Edinburgh makes the perfect base to discover more of Scotland. There is a wide selection of tours departing from the city, from one-day excursions to multi-day highland adventures.

Check out our range of Tours from Edinburgh.

Here is a selection of our most popular one-day tours:

Loch Ness and the Highlands | 1-day tour
Jacobite Steam Train Experience| 1-day tour
Loch Ness, The Highlands and Whisky | 1-day tour
Outlander Experience | 1-day tour
Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and The Kelpies | 1-day tour

Many day tours reach destinations such as Loch Ness, Glen Coe, Stirling Castle, St Andrews, and even the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct, where you can watch the real Hogwarts Express steam by!

Of course, there are more gentle itineraries, with plenty of time off the bus to let you explore your new surroundings.

On The Go!

Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands | 1-day tour
Loch Ness Discovery Small Group Tour | 1-day tour
Glenfinnan, Fort William and Glen Coe Experience | 1-day tour

Relaxed and Leisurely

St Andrews and the Kingdom of Fife | 1-day tour
Outlander Experience | 1-day tour
Hairy Coos, Castles and Highland Views | 1-day tour

The Isle of Skye is considered one of Scotland’s most spectacular destinations, famous for the Old Man of Storr, Fairy Pools, dramatic coastlines, ancient castles and mountain scenery.

Yes. Outlander tours visit famous filming locations including Midhope Castle, Doune Castle, Culross, Blackness Castle and Linlithgow Palace.

Outlander Experience | 1-day tour from Edinburgh
The Outlander Trail Small Group Tour | 2-day tour from Edinburgh

If you want to delve further into the story of Clare and Jamie the two day

Popular whisky tours visit renowned distilleries in Highland Perthshire, Speyside and the Scottish Highlands, offering tastings and insights into Scotland’s national drink.

Glenkinchie Malt Whisky Distillery Flavour Small Group Tour | 5-hour tour from Edinburgh
The Ultimate Malt Whisky Tour | 1-day tour from Edinburgh
Loch Ness, The Highlands and Whisky | 1-day tour from Edinburgh
The Ultimate Highland Whisky Experience | 1-day tour from Inverness

Benefits include more interaction with the guide, additional photo stops, smaller vehicles and access to destinations that may be difficult for larger coaches to reach.

Inverness is one of the best touring bases in Scotland thanks to its location near Loch Ness, the Cairngorms, the Isle of Skye and the North Highlands.

Much of the Highlands can be visited on a one-day tour from Inverness, making it the ideal touring centre. Check out our full selection of Tours from Inverness.

May, June and September are often considered the best months to visit Scotland due to longer daylight hours, fewer crowds and more favourable weather.