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

Scotland, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Private Custom Walking Tour - Highlights & Hidden Gems

Edinburgh is a city where well-known landmarks and quieter corners exist side by side, often just a few streets apart. Experiencing both is what gives …More

Edinburgh is a city where well-known landmarks and quieter corners exist side by side, often just a few streets apart. Experiencing both is what gives...

3 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$50
Inverness: Glenfinnan, Mallaig, and Loch Ness Adventure

This one-day tour from Inverness takes in some of the most beautiful scenery of the Highlands, travelling past magnificent Loch Ness, before reaching the Glenfinnan …More

This one-day tour from Inverness takes in some of the most beautiful scenery of the Highlands, travelling past magnificent Loch Ness, before reaching the Glenfinnan...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$87
Harry Potter Tour and Edinburgh Castle Visit

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding …More

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$100
Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Embark on a journey through the heart of Edinburgh with our captivating Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour. Your adventure begins on the iconic Royal Mile …More

Embark on a journey through the heart of Edinburgh with our captivating Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour. Your adventure begins on the iconic Royal Mile...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$5
Underground City of the Dead Tour

Experience the most haunted section of Edinburgh’s legendary Underground City with this award-winning guided walking tour. Known as 'Damnation Alley' and forgotten for centuries, these …More

Experience the most haunted section of Edinburgh’s legendary Underground City with this award-winning guided walking tour. Known as 'Damnation Alley' and forgotten for centuries, these...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$31
Oban Town Daily Walking Tour (10:30am)

On this 1.5 hour tour, immerse yourself in the sights and sounds as you travel back through the centuries to discover the history and culture …More

On this 1.5 hour tour, immerse yourself in the sights and sounds as you travel back through the centuries to discover the history and culture...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$19
Edinburgh Photography Masterclass - Private Photography Lesson

Don’t limit yourself to just the Royal Mile; the Extended Photo tours take in both the Street Tour and the Night Tour so you can …More

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Don’t limit yourself to just the Royal Mile; the Extended Photo tours take in both the Street Tour and the Night Tour so you can...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$148
St Andrews Old Course History Tour

These are bucket list award-winning tours with professional local guides. Aimed primarily at those with a more in-depth interest in golf, you will learn about …More

These are bucket list award-winning tours with professional local guides. Aimed primarily at those with a more in-depth interest in golf, you will learn about...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$27
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery

Join this captivating 1-day tour from Edinburgh and discover the history, legends and scenic landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands. This tour explores Scotland's past with …More

Join this captivating 1-day tour from Edinburgh and discover the history, legends and scenic landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands. This tour explores Scotland's past with...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Loch Ness,cawdor castle,inverness,Culloden battlefield,& more from invergordon

HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS . This is the ultimate day tour from Invergordon to Loch Ness, taking in some of the most breathtaking, historic and …More

HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS . This is the ultimate day tour from Invergordon to Loch Ness, taking in some of the most breathtaking, historic and...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$809
St Andrews Tours: Town, Golf and Old Course History

For the golfer and non-golfer, there is something for everyone on these award-winning tours. Your guide will give a passionate all-round insight into how the …More

For the golfer and non-golfer, there is something for everyone on these award-winning tours. Your guide will give a passionate all-round insight into how the...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Edinburgh: Private Loch Ness Glencoe and The Highlands Tour

Join us on a personalized private tour spanning 12 hours, designed to encapsulate the essence of Scotland in a single day! Experience the breathtaking beauty …More

Join us on a personalized private tour spanning 12 hours, designed to encapsulate the essence of Scotland in a single day! Experience the breathtaking beauty...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$100
'A Wee Pedal's' Award-Winning Circular Cycle Tour of Edinburgh!

Why book with A wee pedal? We are 2026 Visit Scotland's award winning 'Best outdoor experience' praised for high quality guest experience whilst supporting the …More

Why book with A wee pedal? We are 2026 Visit Scotland's award winning 'Best outdoor experience' praised for high quality guest experience whilst supporting the...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$119
Half-Day Private Glasgow Must-Sees Tour

Enjoy our best-selling walking tour with a private guide. Discover the world famous Glasgow sights in one day and get a real feeling of the …More

Enjoy our best-selling walking tour with a private guide. Discover the world famous Glasgow sights in one day and get a real feeling of the...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$343
Loch Ness and Scottish Highlands Day Trip in Spanish

Leave the city and head to the Highlands on a guided day trip that includes a visit to the famous Loch Ness. See the pleasant …More

Leave the city and head to the Highlands on a guided day trip that includes a visit to the famous Loch Ness. See the pleasant...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$81
Private Airport transfer From or to Edinburgh airport (One way transfer)

This transport service will provide a relaxes ride to your destination, our driver will assist with your luggage. We operate wide range of vehicles: Saloon Cars,  MPVs, Executive vehicles, …More

This transport service will provide a relaxes ride to your destination, our driver will assist with your luggage. We operate wide range of vehicles: Saloon Cars,  MPVs, Executive vehicles,...

30 to 50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$22
8 Day Isle of Skye, Orkney & North Coast 500 tour from Edinburgh

Spend an unforgettable 8 days with us as we explore Scotland's North Coast 500, Isle of Skye and Orkney Isles. Discover Scotland's most beautiful sites …More

Spend an unforgettable 8 days with us as we explore Scotland's North Coast 500, Isle of Skye and Orkney Isles. Discover Scotland's most beautiful sites...

8 days Free Cancellation
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$2,507
2-Day Inverness and the Highlands Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a magical two day escape to the Highlands. Traveling through spectacular …More

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a magical two day escape to the Highlands. Traveling through spectacular...

2 days Free Cancellation
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$241
Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness on this 50-minute cruise that departs from Dochgarroch. On the Enchantment cruise, you'll have the opportunity to discover …More

Cruise the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness on this 50-minute cruise that departs from Dochgarroch. On the Enchantment cruise, you'll have the opportunity to discover...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$33
From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan, Highlands and Hairy Coos

This tour is unique for its blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and cultural experiences. It takes visitors through iconic Scottish scenery, from the beauty …More

This tour is unique for its blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and cultural experiences. It takes visitors through iconic Scottish scenery, from the beauty...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$77
From Glasgow: Glenfinnan, Highlands and Loch Lomond

This tour from Glasgow offers a perfect mix of cinematic history, breath-taking landscapes, and cultural exploration. Highlights include the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, featured in Harry …More

This tour from Glasgow offers a perfect mix of cinematic history, breath-taking landscapes, and cultural exploration. Highlights include the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, featured in Harry...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$81
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