East Lothian Coast: Scenic and Historic Tour

Embark on a full-day tour from Edinburgh to explore the stunning Sands and Castles of East Lothian. Discover medieval castles, golden beaches, and the birthplace of the Scottish Flag.

Duration: 8 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Archerfield Walled Garden - Nestled in the picturesque East Lothian countryside, Archerfield Walled Garden is a distinctive destination. Located near the coastal towns of Gullane and North Berwick, and just 20 miles from Edinburgh’s center, it’s an ideal spot for a refreshing break. The garden boasts meticulously maintained grounds, a Garden Café,…
What's Included
  • Scenic tour through the County of East Lothian
  • Regular stops for photos and rest breaks
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Time to explore Yellowcraig and Seacliff beaches
  • Services of an English-speaking driver guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drink
  • Individual hotel / multi-point pick-ups and drop-off
Additional Information

Explore the stunning East Lothian coastline, offering a perfect mix of natural beauty and historical allure.
Begin your journey at Archerfield Walled Garden, a distinctive spot nestled in the charming East Lothian countryside. With its meticulously maintained gardens, expansive grounds, Garden Café, Shop, and Food Market, there’s plenty to experience….

Location
17 Charlotte Square
Charlotte Square
Meet the driver/guide at Charlotte Square* for check in at 8:45am for a sharp 9:00am departure. *The bus stop outside the National Records of Scotland (17 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4DJ) is the exact location of departure.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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189marielenar
Jul 19, 2025
Relaxing and enjoyable - Neil was an excellent guide and I enjoyed the places we visited. It was the relaxing experience I was looking for after busy days in Edinburgh
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Derya_g
Jul 18, 2025
Incredible experience - Incredible!! This was an amazing tour, full with beautiful places by the Beach. You should book this tour! It is really informative, too and gave me more insight about the rest of Scotland! Also tour guide Neil is such an amazing, nice guy and so enthusiastic about the whole tour! Thank you for making me love Scotland even more (than I already did)!😊
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T2346exsusant
Jul 9, 2025
Unforgettable day on the coast! - We had a truly unforgettable day exploring the coast with our guide, Phil. From stunning gardens to extraordinary castles and iconic villages to historic sites, it was such a pleasure to immerse ourselves in the breathtaking natural beauty of the region. Phil was an excellent tour guide, offering stories and conversations that kept everyone deeply engaged throughout the trip - even our teenage daughters. Highly recommend!
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Irislp361wx
Jul 6, 2025
A fascinating day along one of the most beautiful coastlines of Scotland. So glad I was there! - This trip was amazing and Phil was a very nice guide who had great historical knowledge. What a beautiful and lovely landscape along the coastline. Sands, dunes, cliffs, castle ruins, lovely small towns - all with breathtaking views. I've made many nice trips, but this was one of my most beautiful trips.
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Christopherrc8952na
Jul 6, 2025
Stewart Tours is fantastic! - The Sands and Castles of East Lothian from Edinburgh tour is a fantastic trip. Our tour guide, Phil, from Stewart Tours, was a great guide. We were actually lucky enough to have him two days in a row for this tour, and his company’s Loch Ness tour. Highly recommend these guys. Tons of historical knowledge, and great sightseeing and food recommendations in all the stops!!
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Natalie_r
Jul 5, 2025
Shorelines and castles of Scotland - This small group tour was absolutely Amazing! Phil led us on a relaxed journey through ancient castles along the coast of East Lothian. The quaint fishing village of North Berwick was perfection and Phil’s knowledge of Scotland made history come alive!
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Nataliero9737mb
Jul 5, 2025
Shorelines and castles of Scotland - This small group tour was absolutely Amazing! Phil led us on a relaxed journey through ancient castles along the coast of East Lothian. The quaint fishing village of North Berwick was perfection and Phil’s knowledge of Scotland made history come alive!
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Global05740878356
Jun 25, 2025
North Berrick, castles, and fun! - The tour was already a fantastic tour in itself, seeing the beautiful coastline, castles, gardens, and North Berick. What made this tour top notch was Phil, our guide and driver. He gave us plenty of historical data on the castles, and was more than up to date on his Scottish history. When e asked a question that he didn’t know the answer to, he said he worked have the answer shortly, and he never failed! He was very good about letting us know that we could take extra time if needed so we never felt rushed. The van was clean and comfortable. The best part was Phil managing to play a special song for each of us on the tour. I don’t know if that will always happen, but he did that for us! All in all a great tour made even better by our guide, Phil. Bravo!!
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Sunshine40164758895
May 11, 2025
A Change From the Usual - Had an amazing trip with guide Phil! Castles, seaside views, quaint towns and historical stories make this day varied and interesting. Had enough time at each stop, enough comfort breaks and driving sections were short. I recommend to anyone who is looking for a shorter day trip, something less physical (although castles have stairs) or who has already seen other popular tour sites.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).