Top Edinburgh Seasonal & Special Occasions

Get acquainted with some of Edinburgh’s most famous pubs and bars and meet new people on this large-scale bar crawl around Edinburgh’s Old Town. Experience Edinburgh’s vibrant nightlife and join in with drinking games, and learn where the best places to drink in the city are from local, knowledgeable guides. Let your hair down and enjoy the wild side of Edinburgh!

Join the intrepid duo, Clart (as in muck!) and our clean-hankied intellectual Mcbrain, who will lead you on a brilliant and witty dramatic romp through the wynds, courtyards and pubs of Edinburgh's Old and New Town. A Hilarious duel of wits across three hundred years of great writing and colourful characters. The Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour incorporates a dramatic script performed by two professional actors, not tour guides reading from books. The tour reaches beyond the well-known figures of Burns, Scott and Stevenson and includes some of the most colourful, literary characters who have added humour and wit throughout the ages to the unique tavern life of The Old and The New Town. This award winning Tour was the first literary tour launched in Edinburgh in 1996! It has since carried more than150,000 satisfied customers on a dramatic literary trail across Edinburgh. It's regarded by many as a pioneer, and a "Must-see" cultural attraction in guide books throughout the world.

Small beer tasting session in an secret underground close, where you'll learn more about the history of Edinburgh through beer. What's not to like?!

Experience Christmas the way a local Edinburgher does on this private guided tour. Accompanied by just your party and a local, who customizes a bespoke tour according to your interests, explore the city's cobblestone streets, festively lit up for the season. Visit the bustling Christmas Market on Princes Street to indulge in festive treats and shop for gifts. Along the way, learn about local traditions and customs from your guide.

Edinburgh at Christmas time becomes a winter wonderland, and this tour will help you discover the city’s most magical sites. Spend an evening walking past Edinburgh top attractions, as well as hidden parts that locals love. You’ll see the Old Town, Princes Street Gardens, and much more. A local host will teach you about Edinburgh from a local’s perspective and show you where to find the best Christmas lights. Mulled wine or hot chocolate is included, and conveniently, you can customize your tour based on your needs.

An Edinburgh bus tour is the perfect way to hear commentary on city sights and get a panoramic overview. This City Sightseeing tour of Edinburgh lets you hop on and off at several strategically placed stops as many times as you like. Board the open-top double-decker bus and travel the entire route, or stop at Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum and many more. Buses depart regularly and tickets are valid for 24 hours from first use.

Edinburgh is known for its dark past, and this evening walking tour is the original one to showcase the city's historically sinister and spooky side. Discover the hidden ‘wynds’ (alleys) and closes of the Old Town as you learn their mysteries and horrors; visit the ghost-ridden Greyfriars Kirkyard; and explore the city’s underground vaults to uncover their spirits and secrets. Your tour is led by a creepily costumed guide.

Ideal for those fascinated by the supernatural, this tour of Edinburgh’s underground vaults is sure to make your spine tingle. With a ghoulish guide, descend into the darkened depths of the Blair Street Vaults and hear vivid retellings of torture, murder, and body snatching. Abandon thoughts of manufactured frights and prepare to experience the sinister side of Edinburgh on this small-group tour.

Discover the rugged beauty and cultural splendor of the Scottish Borders on a day trip from Edinburgh. Aboard a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, visit the market town of Kelso and the magnificent Alnwick Castle, a featured film setting in Downton Abbey and the Harry Potter Series. Soak up the beauty of Northumberland as you make a final stop at the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Entrance fees are your own expense.

Explore coastal routes around Edinburgh and the ancient kingdom of Northumbria on this 9.5-hour Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Northumberland tour from Edinburgh. Head south across the Scottish border into English with a guide, and visit Holy Island and the peaceful village of Lindesfarne. Discover local attractions such as Lindesfarne Castle and the Priory, and explore the market town of Alnwick. Travel through Flodden Field — the battlefield where the English and Scots met in battle in 1513 — and gain insight into British history. Then, return in comfort to Edinburgh.

Delve into Edinburgh’s horrific history on this evening ghost bus tour. With your spooky local guide, visit the city’s most terrifying locations, haunted by infamy and restless spirits! From your seat in a double-decker vintage bus, gaze at eerie sites such as Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, and the Royal Mile. Throughout the trip, hear anecdotes and facts about Edinburgh’s chilling past, replete with bloody executions, unspeakable tortures, and murder.

Edinburgh is notoriously one of the most haunted places in the UK, making it a prime destination for ghost-hunters. Dare to discover the city’s dark side on this evening tour and visit the eerie Blair Street Underground Vaults, follow in the footsteps of the infamous Edinburgh Mob, then settle your nerves with a dram of Scotch whisky in Megget's Cellar.

The Isle of Skye is the largest of Scotland’s Hebrides Islands and this multi-day tour from Edinburgh ensures you take in all the highlights. Admire natural wonders such as Loch Ness, Glencoe, and Ben Nevis; visit Lealt Falls, Dunvegan Castle, and Kilt Rock on the Isle of Skye; and see Eilean Donan Castle, where 'Highlander' was filmed.

Immerse yourself in the rugged peninsular landscapes of the Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands on this 3-day trip from Edinburgh. During your visit to Scotland's wild northwest coast, you’re driven through the Highlands, including stops at Glencoe and Loch Ness. Stay overnight with daily breakfasts in the harbor town of Portree, where you find local pubs and have plenty of time to explore the Isle of Skye with your guide. Numbers are limited to 16 people on this small-group tour, ensuring a personalized experience.

Discover the festive Christmas lights of Edinburgh in your own private black taxi. This 2.5-hour tour covers the ancient streets of the city and Edinburgh Castle that are illuminated for the holiday season. Learn about the city’s rich history as you drive past monuments, statues, and ancient sites before ending the tour the Edinburgh Christmas Festival.

Go cycling through some of Edinburgh’s most scenic stretches—and visit one of the city’s most popular breweries—on this two-in-one tour. Meet your guide in the morning, grab your bike and helmet, and set off with just a small group for company. You’ll head to beachy Portobello, the Victorian–era Innocent Railway Tunnel, Holyrood Palace, and more. Then, wind down with a brewery visit and a pint at Bellfield Brewery.

Come and try some of our delicious award-winning, gluten-free beers and cheese supplied by I.J.Mellis cheese mongers, that have been specifically paired for a unique tasting experience.

Tour of 6 days + 5 nights + accommodation + full breakfasts included. Airport and hotel transfers included. Hogmanay celbration. Optional dinners. 460 Miles / 740 Km. This great 5-day Tour and Vacation program can be booked throughout the year. Obviously, due to its title and content, the most indicated date is December 27 of each year, however the program can be carried out throughout the year enjoying free time during the Christmas performances. Live with us the magical and famous Christmas in Edinburgh and its HOGMANAY! You will also visit the most famous places in Scotland including Loch Ness! For the whole family, group or making new friends! Regions to visit: Magical Edinburgh - The Caledonian Canal - Loch Ness - Cairngorms National Park - Perthshire - The Highlands - Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park - Lochaber - The Kingdom of Fife and much more!

Explore Edinburgh and walk through this charming historic city as you discover the winding, hilly streets of this glorious and ancient town!  On this self-guided tour narrated by an expert historian, we’ll visit the most famous historic buildings and architectural highlights. We’ll hear about the ancient tales that live in this city, as well as what it’s like to be a student at Edinburgh!   We'll visit the most iconic spots such as Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Victoria Street, the National Museum and Barrie’s Close. Learn about the famous people that have lived in Edinburgh, and finish the tour by visiting Advocates Close to cap off this cultural adventure in this must-see picturesque city.  Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets