Edinburgh for Hogmanay (NYE) | Start Edinburgh | 2025/2026
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Dates
Experience the magic of Edinburgh's Hogmanay with this unforgettable New Year's Eve tour. Begin your adventure in the historic city of Edinburgh, where you'll be swept away by the vibrant atmosphere and rich history. Join the torch-lit procession and witness the spectacular burning of a Viking ship on Carlton Hill. Over the next few days, explore iconic sites like Prince's Street, the Royal Mile, and Edinburgh Castle. As New Year's Eve approaches, immerse yourself in the festivities with live music, fireworks, and an included ticket to the city's renowned celebrations. Enjoy ice-skating, carnival rides, and perhaps an optional whiskey tasting. As the new year dawns, take a leisurely stroll to Arthur's Seat for breathtaking views or indulge in a traditional Scottish dinner with bagpipes. Conclude your journey with cherished memories of one of the world's most famous New Year celebrations.
Highlights
- Join the fire torch procession and witness a Viking ship burning on Carlton Hill.
- Explore Edinburgh's historic sites, including Prince's Street, the Royal Mile, and Edinburgh Castle.
- Celebrate New Year's Eve with thousands of people, fireworks, and live music.
- Enjoy ice-skating, carnival rides, and dancing at the Hogmanay festivities.
- Take a stroll to Arthur's Seat for the best views of Edinburgh.
- Experience a traditional Scottish dinner and show with bagpipers.
Dining Summary
- 4 Breakfast (B)
Culture
- Edinburgh: From Prince's Street to the Royal Mile, we'll get to grips with Edinburgh with our Trip Manager to answer all our questions.
Included Experience
- Edinburgh: From Prince's Street to the Royal Mile, we'll get to grips with Edinburgh with our Trip Manager to answer all our questions.
- Edinburgh: Your included ticket to the festivities is exactly what you need to start the night off on the right foot. Ice-skating, carnival rides, and dancing anyone? We say yes.
Accommodation
Optional Activities
Meals
Transport
FAQs
- London: Travelling to (and through) the UK & Northern Ireland? You’ll need Essential Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)From?January 8, 2025, UK law means that if you’re entering/transiting through border control in the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland you’ll need an?Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)?before you travel. Confused? Don’t be – just read on here.
- London: Can I share a room with my partner on this trip? Your Trip Manager will advise you on who you’ll share your room with. On this trip, you’ll stay in a multi-share room with other travellers of the same sex.
Destinations
- Europe
- Scotland
Tour Types
- Festive and New Year
- Sightseeing
- History
- Cultural
- Whisky Tasting
- Special Events
Location: Edinburgh
When we join forces in Edinburgh today our good spirits will be flowing. Home to William Wallace, this city is all about historical cool. We'll be welcomed by an orientation of the city, guiding us past kilt-clad locals & on to castles down cobbled lanes. No doubt the capital of the land of haggis and whisky will impress!
Accommodation Name: A&O Edinburgh (or similar)
Meals: none
Location: Edinburgh
Welcome to New Year's Eve, Scottish style! We're talking thousands of people from all across the world making mayhem on the streets, dancing under fireworks & soaking up live music aplenty. Take a late start to the day before enjoying some good food and winter city magic before the party begins. Your included ticket to the festivities is exactly what you need to start the night off on the right foot. Ice-skating, carnival rides, and dancing anyone? We say yes.
Accommodation Name: A&O Edinburgh (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Edinburgh
Though the parties will still be kicking on across the city, this day is yours to ring in the new year as you see fit. A late breakfast, a city stroll and a spot of shopping might be all your danced out feet can muster. If you're not tired out, then channel your Scotsman and head for a stroll to Arthurs Seat for the city's best views. Ahh Edinburgh, we're in love.
Accommodation Name: A&O Edinburgh (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Edinburgh
Why not start today with a stroll down Prince’s Street & the Royal Mile? We'll also have a chance to visit Edinburgh’s famous castle before we continue celebrations. Tonight, why not join the group for dinner and a show and hear bagpipers do their thing over some delicious local eats.
Accommodation Name: A&O Edinburgh (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Edinburgh
There you have it folks - the world famous Hogmanay! Never again will you have to read a "Top 10 places to do New Year" in a fit of jealousy. Pack your bags and say a farewell to your trip buddies.<br/>
Meals: Breakfast
Included
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Dining
-4 Breakfasts are included during the tour.
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Included Experience
-Your included ticket to the festivities is exactly what you need to start the night off on the right foot. Enjoy ice-skating, carnival rides, and dancing.
Not Included
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Optional Activities
-Optional Whiskey Tastes & Tales experience is not included.
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Meals
-Meals other than the 4 included breakfasts are not provided.
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Transport
-Transport to and from Edinburgh is not included.
| Dates | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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30-Dec-2025
for 0 Nights |
Multi-share (Mixed sex) | £684.00 |
