St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife from Edinburgh
Fife, Edinburgh
Spend a day in Fife's medieval kingdom on this Edinburgh day trip. Explore fishing villages, St. Andrews, and charming Falkland.
Tour Overview
This full-day guided tour from Edinburgh explores historic fishing villages, ancient St Andrews, and Falkland village in the Kingdom of Fife, ideal for culture and history enthusiasts.
Highlights
- See historic fishing villages in the Kingdom of Fife
- Visit ancient St Andrews, the home of golf
- Explore Falkland, a village with royal palace and Outlander filming locations
Description
The tour departs Edinburgh, heading first to the Forth Bridges Viewpoint to see three iconic bridges built in 1890, 1964, and 2017.
Travel through the Kingdom of Fife, enjoying views of rolling hills and fertile farmlands before arriving at the East Neuk coastal villages. The first stop is Anstruther, a traditional fishing village with cobbled streets and a seafront harbor to explore.
Next is St Andrews, Scotland’s oldest university town, known for its golf course, cathedral ruins, and castle. Here you have free time for lunch and to explore at your own pace.
The tour continues to Falkland, a village featuring Falkland Palace and locations from the Outlander series. On the return to Edinburgh, the route passes Loch Leven, historically known as the prison site of Mary Queen of Scots.
Includes
- Tour transportation
- Driver/guide
Excludes
- Lunch
- Refreshments
- Entrance fees to attractions
Important Information
- Food and drinks are not included in the tour price
- Guests can explore attractions independently; entrance fees are paid separately
- Falkland Palace is closed from November to Easter
- Minimum age to participate is 5 years
- Luggage limit is one piece per person, up to 14 kilograms (similar to an airline carry-on bag)
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance, bring comfortable walking shoes, and dress for changing weather conditions.
