Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Edinburgh (Updated 2026)

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Rebel!Rebel! Jacobite Tour - Outlander's Scotland

This is our most popular tour, we walk you through Edinburgh's cobbled streets where we will see some of Scotland's most iconic landmarks such as …More

This is our most popular tour, we walk you through Edinburgh's cobbled streets where we will see some of Scotland's most iconic landmarks such as...

2 hours
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$34
Loch Ness Inverness and Urquhart Castle

Enjoy a full-day trip in Spanish from Edinburgh to Inverness and Urquhart Castle. Stroll along the banks of the river Ness and catch sight of …More

Enjoy a full-day trip in Spanish from Edinburgh to Inverness and Urquhart Castle. Stroll along the banks of the river Ness and catch sight of...

12 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (49)
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$86
St Andrews, Kingdom of Fife & Fishing Villages – Private Day Tour

Skip the crowds and explore St Andrews, The Kingdom of Fife and the East Neuk fishing villages on a fully private, door-to-door tour in a …More

Skip the crowds and explore St Andrews, The Kingdom of Fife and the East Neuk fishing villages on a fully private, door-to-door tour in a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$167
St Andrews Private Day Tour

This private tour in Scotland takes you on a journey through some of the country's most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, all while providing an …More

This private tour in Scotland takes you on a journey through some of the country's most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, all while providing an...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (48)
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$891
Highland Cow Hike in Edinburgh

See the famous Hairy Cows in their natural environment in Edinburgh. They can be difficult to find on the hill, so choose this guided experience …More

See the famous Hairy Cows in their natural environment in Edinburgh. They can be difficult to find on the hill, so choose this guided experience...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (19)
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$102
Arthur's Seat Sunset Hike

Great for solo travellers and small groups. Join a qualified local mountain guide on a hike starting right in the city centre. Watch the sunset …More

Great for solo travellers and small groups. Join a qualified local mountain guide on a hike starting right in the city centre. Watch the sunset...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (46)
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$61
Warriors & Wilderness: Braveheart & Stirlingshire Day Trip

Venturing to the heart of Scotland will take us through battlefields, over bridges, and face to face with legends. Hungry for history? This tour is …More

Venturing to the heart of Scotland will take us through battlefields, over bridges, and face to face with legends. Hungry for history? This tour is...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (36)
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$407
Scotch Tour Edinburgh with a Local Expert: Private & 100% Personalized

You’ll sip your way around Edinburgh’s Old Town with one of our hosts, a fellow whiskey-lover, of course. They’ll tell you all they know about …More

You’ll sip your way around Edinburgh’s Old Town with one of our hosts, a fellow whiskey-lover, of course. They’ll tell you all they know about...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (25)
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$130
Loch Ness Day Tour from Edinburgh

An incredible family-friendly day tour to explore the breathtaking Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness. We travel through stunning landscapes, including valleys, mountains, and majestic Lochs. …More

An incredible family-friendly day tour to explore the breathtaking Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness. We travel through stunning landscapes, including valleys, mountains, and majestic Lochs....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,080
Glenfinnan Viaduct Glencoe and Fort William Tour from Edinburgh

• Travel in a Luxurious, Mercedes-Benz Premium Minivan. • A Private Day Tour tailored to your preferences. • An Expert Local Guide. • A Door-to-Door …More

• Travel in a Luxurious, Mercedes-Benz Premium Minivan. • A Private Day Tour tailored to your preferences. • An Expert Local Guide. • A Door-to-Door...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (20)
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$918
Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and Kelpies Tour from Edinburgh

The Loch Lomond tour from Edinburgh has a little of everything that Scotland has to offer, from a leisurely cruise on bonnie Loch Lomond to …More

The Loch Lomond tour from Edinburgh has a little of everything that Scotland has to offer, from a leisurely cruise on bonnie Loch Lomond to...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (58)
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$77
Stirling Castle,Trossachs National and Loch Lomond Day Tour from Edinburgh

A perfect introduction to Scotland on this small-group tour - history, legend, and breathtaking landscapes all in one. This journey takes you from striking modern …More

A perfect introduction to Scotland on this small-group tour - history, legend, and breathtaking landscapes all in one. This journey takes you from striking modern...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (74)
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$54
A taste of Scotland Full-Day Private Tour

Let me show you some of the highlights of Central Scotland. Enjoy a private tour in a luxury vehicle with an experienced driver guide. …More

Let me show you some of the highlights of Central Scotland. Enjoy a private tour in a luxury vehicle with an experienced driver guide....

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (23)
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$790
Private Photoshoot in Edinburgh with a Professional Photographer

No more selfies or pestering strangers for photos of yourself and loved ones; enjoy the services of a professional vacation photographer in Edinburgh to capture …More

No more selfies or pestering strangers for photos of yourself and loved ones; enjoy the services of a professional vacation photographer in Edinburgh to capture...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (48)
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$285
Loch Ness Glen Coe and the Highlands Italian Tour Guide

Enjoy a full day tour in Italian from Edinburgh to the Highlands and take the chance to see their breathtaking scenery. Take a glimpse of …More

Enjoy a full day tour in Italian from Edinburgh to the Highlands and take the chance to see their breathtaking scenery. Take a glimpse of...

12 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (58)
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$90
Speyside Whisky Tour - Three Distilleries Included - Private - 5 Star Reviews

****** Private Tour ***** Three distilleries included ***** Visit at least three Speyside distilleries in one day for a distillery tour and tutored tasting at …More

****** Private Tour ***** Three distilleries included ***** Visit at least three Speyside distilleries in one day for a distillery tour and tutored tasting at...

12 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (21)
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$781
Private St Andrews, Dunfermline and Fife Day Tour from Edinburgh

A full day visiting the beautiful towns of South Queensferry, Dunfermline, Lower Largo and the iconic St Andrews. The tour includes a visit to the …More

A full day visiting the beautiful towns of South Queensferry, Dunfermline, Lower Largo and the iconic St Andrews. The tour includes a visit to the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (38)
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$985
Private Walking Tour: Edinburgh Highlights, including entry to Edinburgh Castle

Join us for this half day tour of Scotland’s beautiful capital city, Edinburgh. Exploring the Old Town on foot, led by your local Blue Badge …More

Join us for this half day tour of Scotland’s beautiful capital city, Edinburgh. Exploring the Old Town on foot, led by your local Blue Badge...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (18)
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$122
Full-Day Tour to the Scottish Highlands

At Sixstar Bespoke Tours, we believe that the best memories are created through personal experiences. Our private tours are designed around you, allowing you to …More

At Sixstar Bespoke Tours, we believe that the best memories are created through personal experiences. Our private tours are designed around you, allowing you to...

12 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (44)
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$1,028
Glencoe & Highlands: Private Land Rover Tour

Glencoe & Highlands Private Driving Tour: Unveil Scotland's Majestic Landscapes Join Monarch Tours on an unparalleled journey from Edinburgh to Glencoe and the captivating Highlands. …More

Glencoe & Highlands Private Driving Tour: Unveil Scotland's Majestic Landscapes Join Monarch Tours on an unparalleled journey from Edinburgh to Glencoe and the captivating Highlands....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (42)
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$1,227
Edinburgh:5-Day Isle of Skye, Inverness & Loch Ness Tour w/Hostel

An awesome adventure through the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye. Expect stunning scenery, incredible history, and epic Scottish experiences. Jump on the Hogwarts …More

An awesome adventure through the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye. Expect stunning scenery, incredible history, and epic Scottish experiences. Jump on the Hogwarts...

5 days Free Cancellation
4.7 (50)
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$822
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