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

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Stirling and Highland Private Day Guided Tour

Our Private Stirling and Highland Day Tour offers a uniquely tailored experience that sets it apart from other tours in the region. Here’s what makes …More

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Our Private Stirling and Highland Day Tour offers a uniquely tailored experience that sets it apart from other tours in the region. Here’s what makes...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,068
2 Days on the Loch Ness Canal of Caledonia and the Highlands

Tour of two days and one night, with accommodation and full breakfast included. Scotland's must-see landscapes and sights in two days. Regions to visit: The …More

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Tour of two days and one night, with accommodation and full breakfast included. Scotland's must-see landscapes and sights in two days. Regions to visit: The...

2 days Hotel pickup offered
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$653
Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh City plus return journey private transfer

No standing around waiting on taxis or buses. You are met straight at arrivals or your driver is waiting at your chosen pick up point. …More

No standing around waiting on taxis or buses. You are met straight at arrivals or your driver is waiting at your chosen pick up point....

20 to 59 minutes Free Cancellation
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$273
TOUR ALL THE FLAVORS OF SCOTLAND & SKYE! 5 days + 5 nights.

Discover the very best of Scotland on this spectacular 5-day, 5-night journey through some of the country's most beautiful landscapes, historic sites and cultural highlights. …More

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Discover the very best of Scotland on this spectacular 5-day, 5-night journey through some of the country's most beautiful landscapes, historic sites and cultural highlights....

5 days
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$1,993
Modern Scottish Cooking Class & Lunch in Chef's Edinburgh Home

Indulge in a hands-on Scottish cooking class with breathtaking views over Edinburgh from Corstorphine Hill. Hosted by Fiona, a Leith's-trained chef passionate about Scottish cuisine, …More

Indulge in a hands-on Scottish cooking class with breathtaking views over Edinburgh from Corstorphine Hill. Hosted by Fiona, a Leith's-trained chef passionate about Scottish cuisine,...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$212
Stirling and Loch Lomond. Myth, Royalty, Scenery and Whisky

All our day tours are individual to your needs. We only travel with you. The tours are flexible. You can visit what you wish to …More

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All our day tours are individual to your needs. We only travel with you. The tours are flexible. You can visit what you wish to...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$754
Full Day Private Tour of Edinburgh Including Edinburgh Castle

On this full day exploration of my home city Edinburgh, I'll take you to some of the most famous sites in the city but also …More

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On this full day exploration of my home city Edinburgh, I'll take you to some of the most famous sites in the city but also...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,097
Multi-Sensory Small Group Historic Old Town Walking Tour

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond …More

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$41
Craft Beer Tour Edinburgh

Discover Edinburgh’s Thriving Craft Beer Scene! Join us on Saturdays for an unforgettable craft beer tour! Whether you're a local beer enthusiast or a visitor …More

Discover Edinburgh’s Thriving Craft Beer Scene! Join us on Saturdays for an unforgettable craft beer tour! Whether you're a local beer enthusiast or a visitor...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$61
Private Tour to St Andrews & Charming Coast Towns from Edinburgh

Make the most of your day in Scotland with a private scenic tour to St Andrews and the picturesque east coast, blending coastal beauty with …More

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Make the most of your day in Scotland with a private scenic tour to St Andrews and the picturesque east coast, blending coastal beauty with...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$135
Loch Ness and The Highlands from Edinburgh

Discover the majestic landscapes of Scotland on this 12-hour Loch Ness and Highlands tour departing from Edinburgh. Journey through the stunning Rannoch Moor and the …More

Discover the majestic landscapes of Scotland on this 12-hour Loch Ness and Highlands tour departing from Edinburgh. Journey through the stunning Rannoch Moor and the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,141
Private Edinburgh Castle Tour

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most evocative castles in the whole of Britain and has dominated the Edinburgh skyline for centuries. In this 3-hour …More

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most evocative castles in the whole of Britain and has dominated the Edinburgh skyline for centuries. In this 3-hour...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$272
Edinburgh Unveiled: Luxury Private Driving Tour of Edinburgh

Experience the grandeur of Edinburgh like never before on our luxurious private driving tour. TRIPorganiser, a cherished local family-run business, is your key to unlocking …More

Experience the grandeur of Edinburgh like never before on our luxurious private driving tour. TRIPorganiser, a cherished local family-run business, is your key to unlocking...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$407
Stirling Castle Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park day tour

Scotland is steeped in the history of our ancient people’s, Highland Clans, legendary Castles, Lochs, folklore & a unique beauty that will stay with you …More

Scotland is steeped in the history of our ancient people’s, Highland Clans, legendary Castles, Lochs, folklore & a unique beauty that will stay with you...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,247
Casks & Chronicles: Day Tour of Scottish Whisky Distilleries

Embark on a sumptuous odyssey through Scotland's liquid gold with an exclusive private tour of the nation's most revered whisky distilleries. Savor the rich history …More

Embark on a sumptuous odyssey through Scotland's liquid gold with an exclusive private tour of the nation's most revered whisky distilleries. Savor the rich history...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$407
Medical and Surgical History of Edinburgh - Private Walking Tour

Let an Edinburgh doctor take you on a deep and fascinating trip into our medical and surgical history! On this three to four hour tour, …More

Let an Edinburgh doctor take you on a deep and fascinating trip into our medical and surgical history! On this three to four hour tour,...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$43
Magical Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Delve into the mystical history of Edinburgh, where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in the allure of the city's magical past. Explore the …More

Delve into the mystical history of Edinburgh, where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in the allure of the city's magical past. Explore the...

2 hours
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$34
Edinburgh Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Your Edinburgh Private Day Tour takes in the stunning capital of Scotland. Edinburgh is our hometown, and like a lot of locals we are proud …More

Your Edinburgh Private Day Tour takes in the stunning capital of Scotland. Edinburgh is our hometown, and like a lot of locals we are proud...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$243
Delightful Scottish Afternoon Tea Experience in Edinburgh

Join local host Karly for her Scottish Afternoon Tea foodie experience, totally off the grid, in a lovely, quaint Edinburgh neighbourhood. She will serve an …More

Join local host Karly for her Scottish Afternoon Tea foodie experience, totally off the grid, in a lovely, quaint Edinburgh neighbourhood. She will serve an...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$115
Highlights of Scotland Custom Private Tour from Edinburgh

Your Private Highlights of Scotland Excursion allows you to escape into the heart of Scotland. You Customise the itinerary according to your interests, this excursion …More

Your Private Highlights of Scotland Excursion allows you to escape into the heart of Scotland. You Customise the itinerary according to your interests, this excursion...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$255
Edinburgh Bridges & Countryside by Bike or E-Bike with Transport

Our 20 mile (32 km) Bridges bike tour follows the picturesque shores of the Firth Of Forth. We pass through the ancient village of Cramond, …More

Our 20 mile (32 km) Bridges bike tour follows the picturesque shores of the Firth Of Forth. We pass through the ancient village of Cramond,...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$94
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