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

Scotland, United Kingdom
Invergordon Shore Excursion - Private Tour

Discover Inverness and the Highlands Explore one of the most attractive destinations in the UK on this full-day tour of Inverness and surrounding area, the …More

Discover Inverness and the Highlands Explore one of the most attractive destinations in the UK on this full-day tour of Inverness and surrounding area, the...

7 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,281
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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$1,133
Isle of Skye Private Day Tour from Portree

Why not tour the Isle of Skye with a local and take the stress out of driving. This private tour departs from Portree & any …More

Why not tour the Isle of Skye with a local and take the stress out of driving. This private tour departs from Portree & any...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$134
Fort William and Glencoe

Based in the Beautiful City of Inverness, we at Highland Tours 4 You, offer you the opportunity to join us on one of our prearranged …More

Based in the Beautiful City of Inverness, we at Highland Tours 4 You, offer you the opportunity to join us on one of our prearranged...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$270
Loch Ness Private Day Tour up to 8 passengers

Visit the Highlands with a Kilted Scotsman! Starting from Edinburgh. As your tour is private you are in charge of the places you want to …More

Visit the Highlands with a Kilted Scotsman! Starting from Edinburgh. As your tour is private you are in charge of the places you want to...

12 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$944
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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$270
Romantic Photoshoot Experience for Couples in Edinburgh

During this magical, private photoshoot session in one of the most romantic cities in the world, you will have your memories captured in Edinburghs magical …More

During this magical, private photoshoot session in one of the most romantic cities in the world, you will have your memories captured in Edinburghs magical...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$74
Scottish Highlands Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Your Journey into the Highlands of Scotland visiting the Royal Palace of Scone and the Victorian town of Pitlochry and taking the opportunity to sample …More

Your Journey into the Highlands of Scotland visiting the Royal Palace of Scone and the Victorian town of Pitlochry and taking the opportunity to sample...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$263
Private Full-Day Tour to the Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness

Experience a comfortable way of travel through the beautiful Scottish countryside with your friendly local driver-guide. You will be picked up from your accommodation and …More

Experience a comfortable way of travel through the beautiful Scottish countryside with your friendly local driver-guide. You will be picked up from your accommodation and...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$563
The Original St Andrews Photoshoot Tour

Young and Old. Individuals, Couples and Families. Locals, Students, Golfers and Visitors. Show your creative flair in front of the camera whilst visiting some of …More

Young and Old. Individuals, Couples and Families. Locals, Students, Golfers and Visitors. Show your creative flair in front of the camera whilst visiting some of...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$101
Glasgow in a Day: Family-friendly Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Embark on a captivating full-day private tour to Glasgow, where each moment unveils a new layer of the city's diverse charm. Our journey commences at …More

Embark on a captivating full-day private tour to Glasgow, where each moment unveils a new layer of the city's diverse charm. Our journey commences at...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$336
Invergordon Cruise Excursion PRIVATE Tour

This Tour from Invergordon Cruise Port is exclusive to your party and can be customized to include a mix of attractions and activities as required. …More

This Tour from Invergordon Cruise Port is exclusive to your party and can be customized to include a mix of attractions and activities as required....

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$863
Castle & Cake

Heading north up the picturesque Loch Long and Loch Goil passing the 14th Century Carrick Castle before arriving at the gorgeous Boatshed Café, where you …More

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Castle & Cake

Heading north up the picturesque Loch Long and Loch Goil passing the 14th Century Carrick Castle before arriving at the gorgeous Boatshed Café, where you...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$519
Highlands, Glencoe and Glenfinnan Viaduct Private Tour

Discover the best of Scotland on a private tour that takes you to its most scenic and fascinating destinations. From the iconic Forth Bridge and …More

Discover the best of Scotland on a private tour that takes you to its most scenic and fascinating destinations. From the iconic Forth Bridge and...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,214
Family Gorge Walking

What's included: • 2 hours of pure gorge walking adventure.  • High-quality canyoning 5mm wetsuits, equipment and shoes. • Two highly experienced and certified UKCA Instructors.  …More

What's included: • 2 hours of pure gorge walking adventure.  • High-quality canyoning 5mm wetsuits, equipment and shoes. • Two highly experienced and certified UKCA Instructors. ...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$74
Historic Edinburgh and Rosslyn Chapel Full-Day Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

Our full-day tour of Edinburgh and Rosslyn Chapel is a great combination of our Edinburgh Highlights and Rosslyn Chapel tours. On the trip you will …More

Our full-day tour of Edinburgh and Rosslyn Chapel is a great combination of our Edinburgh Highlights and Rosslyn Chapel tours. On the trip you will...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$112
Private Luxury North Route Invergordon Shore Excursion

Primarily designed for Cruise Ship Customers arriving in the Scottish Highlands via the Port of Invergordon. Customers are collected directly from the Cruise Terminal and …More

Primarily designed for Cruise Ship Customers arriving in the Scottish Highlands via the Port of Invergordon. Customers are collected directly from the Cruise Terminal and...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$889
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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$404
Private Stirling Old Town Tour

Explore Stirling the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste of our beautiful city. With flexible meeting …More

Explore Stirling the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste of our beautiful city. With flexible meeting...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$182
VIP Highland Whisky Experience from Invergordon

A luxury tour of the local highland distilleries including chocolate paired whisky tastings with your knowledgable driver guide. This tour is customisable so once you …More

A luxury tour of the local highland distilleries including chocolate paired whisky tastings with your knowledgable driver guide. This tour is customisable so once you...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,245
Private Royal Mile Walking Tour

The Royal Mile Walking Tour offer a glimpse of the history, characters and events that have shaped Edinburgh's Past.  You might learn a little, laugh …More

The Royal Mile Walking Tour offer a glimpse of the history, characters and events that have shaped Edinburgh's Past.  You might learn a little, laugh...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$371
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