City Explorer: Edinburgh Day Trip by Train
Our locals for this tour
Susana & Gordon
Experience details
Destination
Glasgow
Category
Day trips
Duration
8 hours
Mode of transport
Walking
Available languages
English • Español • Português
What's included
Private Guide
Here’s an overview of your tour
Done with Glasgow? There’s more to explore out there, and your local host knows exactly where! Discover what other gems lay outside of Glasgow on a private day trip to Edinburgh. Get more out of your trip by stepping out of Glasgow to know more about the country you’re visiting in just one day!
Get ready because at Edinburgh you’ll see another side of Scotland! This day trip is all about local history, culture, and city highlights, plus fascinating stories and insights by your knowledgeable host. Visit highlights and lesser-known spots of Edinburgh such as Arthur’s Seat, the Royal Mile, and many more incredible places that will offer a cultural contrast between Glasgow and Edinburgh.
By spending a day with a local, you’ll get authentic insights about Scotland. Along the way, your local host will explain how traditions, customs, and history differ between cities, even if they are from the same country. But thanks to those differences, they make Scotland a beautiful cultural treasure!
The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from history to art. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Scotland, your Scotland!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
At the entrance of the brasserieMore about Scotland
Give yourself the time to not only visit Glasgow by also visiting Edinburgh. Scotland is such a beautiful country that the more you know about it, the more you’ll fall in love with it. That’s why your host can’t wait to take you to EdinburghGems of Edinburgh
Check out Arthur's Seat, the Royal Mile, and more must-sees but with a twist...through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Edinburgh with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows aboutCultural Contrasts
Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit Edinburgh, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Glasgow. Discover how much traditions, architecture, and even language can change from one city to another and how they complement each otherLocal Knowledge
To experience the best of Edinburgh, there’s no better way to do so than like a local. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your questions!
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Susana
The Intrepid Historian
Susana5.00 reviewsI speakEnglish • Español • PortuguêsGordon
The Glaswegian
Gordon5.02 reviewsI speakEnglish
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
Included
- Private Guide
Not included
- Etnrance to Attractions
- Train Tickets
- Meals
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Why should you book a Withlocals tour?
100% customizable
Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.
Private guided tours
No strangers on your tour. It’s just you and your local host.
Responsible
Our tours are designed with people, places & the planet in mind.
Questions?
We are here to help!
What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our locals for this tour
Susana & Gordon
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