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10 Best Hiking & Trekking In Scotland

The trips worth raising a glass to.

The 10 Scottish hiking & trekking travellers book the most, gathered in one place with run times, prices and the operator behind each one.

10 Best Hiking & Trekking In Scotland

Hill & Nature Hike - Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert - The Walk in Plain Numbers: 8 to 10 km, a Steep First Leg, Then Relief
Edinburgh, Hiking & Trekking, Tour Reviews

Hill & Nature Hike – Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert

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1.Hill & Nature Hike – Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert

Escape Edinburgh crowds on a guided Pentland Hills hike with wildlife chances, summit views, snacks, and an all-day bus pass.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Very enjoyable hike with Rishi, a passionate hiker and knowledgeable guide! I left the Pentland Hills hike with a smile on my face. The 6 mile hike provided an excellent amount of physical exercise. Seeing various plants such as spruce and nettle and learning about their medicinal benefits was appreciated. Relaxing together with some snacks…”

158 reviews4 to 5 hours (approx.)From $116.68by Rishi

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From Inverness: Skye Explorer Full-Day Tour with 3 Hikes - The 16-seater mini-coach: comfort you’ll feel on a long day
Full-Day, Hiking & Trekking, Inverness, Inverness & The Far North Tours, Isle of Skye Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

From Inverness: Skye Explorer Full-Day Tour with 3 Hikes

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2.From Inverness: Skye Explorer Full-Day Tour with 3 Hikes

Full-day Skye hikes from Inverness with Old Man of Storr, Quiraing, Fairy Glen, Cuillins views, plus Portree lunch and Eilean Donan photos.

★ 5.0

“Had a great day and really enjoyed the outing and especially our guide. Would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to experience the Isle of Skye and the stops and hikes. One of the best tours I have experienced.”

136 reviewsFrom $187by WOW Scotland

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Edinburgh: Arthur's Seat Hike with Local Guide - The best part: city views from multiple angles, not one moment
Edinburgh, Guided, Hiking & Trekking, Tour Reviews

Edinburgh: Arthur’s Seat Hike with Local Guide

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3.Edinburgh: Arthur’s Seat Hike with Local Guide

Hike Arthur’s Seat in Holyrood Park with a local guide for big Edinburgh views, wildlife spotting, history stops, and practical pacing.

★ 5.0

“Our guide David was fantastic. He gave us some interesting information about the city and the area as he led us up the hill, maximizing the scenery and helping us avoid the crowd. Author’s seat is a stunning piece of nature, a short walk from the center of Edinburgh. When I return, I’ll hike it…”

76 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $33.30by Local Eyes Tours

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Edinburgh: Guided Hike to Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park - Where you start at Holyroodhouse (and why it’s a good location)
Edinburgh, Guided, Hiking & Trekking, Tour Reviews

Edinburgh: Guided Hike to Arthur’s Seat and Holyrood Park

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Arthur's Seat Hike: Sunset, Sunrise, Daytime - Sunset vs Sunrise vs Daytime: Pick Your Sky Moment
Edinburgh, Evening Experiences, Hiking & Trekking, Morning, Tour Reviews

Arthur’s Seat Hike: Sunset, Sunrise, Daytime

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5.Arthur’s Seat Hike: Sunset, Sunrise, Daytime

Hike Edinburgh’s Arthur’s Seat with a qualified mountain leader, enjoy summit views, and choose sunrise or sunset with a provided headtorch.

★ 5.0

“Marcus was great! He made sure to stop at certain points (not only for views but for a break). It was a long hike up but he made it as easy as possible. The sunrise was not that dramatic but as expected for Scotland.”

16 reviewsFrom $47by Mountain Marcus

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Ben Nevis Hiking Day Trip from Edinburgh - The ride from Edinburgh: more than getting there
1-Day Tours, Edinburgh, Hiking & Trekking, Tour Reviews

Ben Nevis Hiking Day Trip from Edinburgh

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6.Ben Nevis Hiking Day Trip from Edinburgh

Small-group Ben Nevis day trip from Edinburgh with guide-led ascent, early pickup, and a summit you’ll never forget.

★ 5.0

“Ross and Mikey made our Ben Nevis excursion a breeze. They picked us up promptly from Edinburgh in a comfortable minibus and sped us into the Highlands, where Ross provided helpful commentaries on all the sights. There was no faffinRead more”

15 reviewsFrom $582.64by Intrepidus Outdoors

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Edinburgh: Hill & Nature Hike With a Local - The 4-hour rhythm: bus out, hill loop, back by lunch
Edinburgh, Hiking & Trekking, Tour Reviews

Edinburgh: Hill & Nature Hike With a Local

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7.Edinburgh: Hill & Nature Hike With a Local

A 4-hour guided hike in the Pentland Hills for Scottish nature, big views, and Highland vibes, with an all-day Edinburgh bus pass included.

★ 5.0

“Rishi was a great guide. The hike was great fun. He took great care of everyone. In addition to the hike, Rishi gave us lots of information about the landscape, Edinburgh and nature. We felt very comfortable and would definitely book a hike with him again. Thank you Rishi for this great experience and the…”

14 reviewsFrom $116by Rishi

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Northwest Highlands: Private Tour with Hike - The private guide difference: what you get from Jamie
Corrieshalloch Gorge, Hiking & Trekking, Loch Ness & Highlands Tours, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

Northwest Highlands: Private Tour with Hike

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8.Northwest Highlands: Private Tour with Hike

Private 9-hour Highlands hike from Inverness with guide Jamie: Corrieshalloch Gorge, Ullapool breaks, and the Bone Caves of Inchnadamph.

★ 5.0

“We had an absolutely fantastic time on this tour. It was interesting and personable and something that I'll remember for the rest of my life. I would definitely recommend, and would be delighted to work with Jamie again, should we ever return.”

9 reviews9 hoursFrom $386by Secret Highlands

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Edinburgh: Arthur's Seat Hike with Mountain Guide - Holyrood Palace to Holyrook Park: how the route keeps you away from crowds
Edinburgh, Guided, Hiking & Trekking, Tour Reviews

Edinburgh: Arthur’s Seat Hike with Mountain Guide

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9.Edinburgh: Arthur’s Seat Hike with Mountain Guide

Hike Arthur’s Seat with a small-group mountain guide, avoid crowds, and enjoy panoramic views over Edinburgh, sea, and the Highlands.

★ 5.0

“Excellent Marcus was a brilliant guide. He was very knowledgeable about the area and had the perfect blend of information, walking and taking! Really enjoyable few hours. The highlight of our trip.”

7 reviewsFrom $38by Mountain Marcus

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Inverness: Private Secret Hike to the Shores of Loch Ness - Foyers pine woods: a walk that feels like it belongs to the area
Hiking & Trekking, Inverness, Inverness & The Far North Tours, Loch Ness & Highlands Tours, Private, Tour Reviews

Inverness: Private Secret Hike to the Shores of Loch Ness

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10.Inverness: Private Secret Hike to the Shores of Loch Ness

Private Loch Ness hike with a local guide: quiet pinewoods, big waterfall views, calm shore time, and Clava Cairns history.

★ 5.0

“The guide arrived on time, gave us a few options to choose from and was nice and amiable. The attractions chosen, were suited to our expectations and were a great relief in comparison to previously experienced crowded tours. Our guide Jamie, turned out as a great guy and we had a very enjoyable time with…”

4 reviews8 hoursFrom $380by Secret Highlands

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