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Edinburgh’s best days out.
The 15 most popular 5-day experiences in and around Edinburgh. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, running times and who to book through.
5 days from Edinburgh to Isle of Skye, Glencoe, Loch Ness, Inverness and Culloden with 4 nights B&B and guided stops.
Most Popular“Paul was a wonderful guide and we had an awesome group of people. The tour didn't feel rushed and we saw lots of lovely sites.”
5 days from Edinburgh to Skye with Loch Ness cruise, whisky tasting, and the Jacobite Hogwarts-style steam train.
“A fantastic way to see the highlands of Scotland and not have to drive! Our host and driver were full of great stories and info about the history of our stops. Bonus was beautiful weather we were lucky to have! Bonnie Scotland indeed!”
A 5-day small-group Scotland tour from Edinburgh with Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, and Culloden.
“Hugh our travel guide was very professional, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. He took us to amazing places and a few hidden gems. He got to know his group and treated us all like family. A trip of a life time!”
A small-group Highlands and Isle of Skye tour from Edinburgh with arranged stays, big scenery stops, and story-first guiding.
“We had an AMAZING experience with Alan on the highlands tour. It was a fantastic experience all around, breathtaking countryside, fun conversations, great information and restful periods of quiet. Our tour guide Alan brought a wealth of local knowledge on history, culture, geography and so many facts and tidbits of information (including 70s and 80s…”
Five days from Edinburgh to Orkney via the Highlands, with Skara Brae, Maeshowe, and Culloden admissions included.
“We were so lucky to have found this tour online. Me and my partner wanted to visit Scotland and Orkney, so this tour was perfect. We were travelling in a small group of 7 visitors and everybody was really nice.”
A 5-day Highlands and Skye tour from Edinburgh with B&B stays, an English guide, and timed stops at Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Skye, Loch Ness.
Small-group Highlands tour from Edinburgh with Iona, Mull, and Skye. Think lochs, castles, and practical time on the islands.
“This tour was fulfilled by Rabbie’s. I can’t say enough good things about the variety of activities and Alan’s planning! We had some weather that kept us from the visit to Fingals Cave but Alan took us around the isle of Mull. I would definitely use Rabbies again and kudos to Viator for facilitating the…”
5 days from Edinburgh to Skye, Oban, and the Highlands with Harry Potter, Outlander, and Loch Ness stops on a small-group coach.
“It was fast and lots of walking even some climbing. Stephen was so much fun!! He is knowledgeable and was patient with this little old lady. The trip was simply amazing. The views of the mtns & lochs were nothing short of breathtaking. The history was a fantastic overview. I highly recommend this trip!! (And…”
5 days of Scotland from Edinburgh with Stirling, Skye, Loch Ness, St Andrews, and more, guided by Iain Stewart’s story-first approach.
“We did a 10 night private tour with Iain - 5 nights in England and 5 nights in Scotland. He met our every expectation plus so much more! He was very knowledgeable about the history of the area. He took us to many interesting sites off the "beaten path" as well as the major attractions.…”
5-day Edinburgh tour to Isle of Skye, Inverness and Loch Ness with hostel stays, air-conditioned coach, and guided stops.
“My experience with the 5-day tour was worth the booking for Scotland. The Isle of Skye and the highlands were my favorite part of the tour as you saw the autumn colors bloom on mountains and everywhere you drove by, was amazing of the nature scenery. The Haggis Adventure were great on organizing the tour…”
5 days from Edinburgh to Skye and the Highlands with a small-group Mercedes ride, Loch Ness, dramatic passes, and flexible routes.
“The history and description and stories of the places. Andrew was so nice, responsible and caring. He was funny too and very approachable. He is punctual and gave you all the details you need.”
5-day Edinburgh to Highlands and Orkney tour with 4 nights lodging, daily breakfast, ferries, and standout guided visits from lochs to neolithic sites.
“Our five day tour of Orkney couldn’t have been better. Our guide, Stefan went above and beyond his responsibilities. He was the most wonderful tour guide I’ve ever experienced. He was so knowledgeable so informative, so generous with his information and his goodwill. he added discretionary stops to our bus ride to show us beautiful…”
5 days from Edinburgh to Orkney and Scotland’s far north with Skara Brae, Maeshowe, Kirkwall, Culloden, and epic coastal drives.
“So good in every aspect. Catty the driver/guide was incredible. Not only for her knowledge of the itinerary but the consideration and care of all those on board. There is nothing that needs to change.”
5-day English course near Edinburgh with native tutors, hikes to Moffat and Grey Mare’s Tail, Edinburgh and castles, cozy lodging.
“Amazing experience! I’ve met very nice people: Garry, his wife Elena and the other participants were very friendly. Every day we did some nice excursions. The accomodation is very charming e cosy. Compliments to Garry for the fantastic idea to join English speaking with beautiful hikes.”
A 5-day small-group Scotland route from Edinburgh covering Iona, Mull, Skye, and Loch Ness with ferries, guide, and B&B breakfast included.
“We enjoyed our tour of Scotland very much. Our guide/driver was very knowledgeable about Scotland history and the places we visited, and told great stories and legends. The only things that weren’t 5star were (1) at each place we stayed (Oman & Plockton) people stayed in multiple places scattered such that it was difficult to…”
The Old Town and the New, the castle and the closes, and every road north into the Highlands.
