Edinburgh · HIKING & TREKKING
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 hiking & hillwalking days worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Escape Edinburgh’s crowds on a guided Pentland Hills hike with Rishi, including Highland cows, city views, snacks, water, and a bus pass.
“Wonderful hike with excellent guide. Rishi was both knowledgeable and caring. Spectacular views yet close to Edinburgh.”
Hike Edinburgh’s Arthur’s Seat with a local guide, scenic trails, city views, Scottish history, wildlife, and a small-group pace.
“Well worth it but there are some rocky challenging spots to climb. David, our guide, was excellent in knowledge shared and patient in accommodating people’s different fitness levels.”
Hike Arthur’s Seat by quieter trails with a local guide, sweeping Edinburgh views, nature, history, and practical advice for a safe climb.
“What a lovely walk with David ! Thank you so much for your kindness, for your explainations of Scottish plants and animals (seagulls are my friends now), for the different view points, for waiting for me through the walk when it came harder, for choosing easier pathes and pathes where there were less people. This will be my best memory of Scotland thank to you ! Seen you soon, I hope !”
Hike Arthur’s Seat with Mountain Marcus for sunset views, local stories, a Scottish snack, and a safer descent by head torch.
“Marcus is a phenomenal guide, helping navigate the best routes and the terrain. He brought walking poles and flashlights (which were very helpful for the way down, especially if it rains as it did on our tour). It’s hard to capture how magnificent the views are throughout the entire trek, but they are. He genuinely has a passion for the outdoors and sharing with guests; we are grateful. Highly recommend!”
Climb Arthur’s Seat from Edinburgh’s Royal Mile with a Mountain Leader for sunset views, city scenery, and a torchlit descent.
“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.”
Review of the Ben Nevis day trip from Edinburgh, with guided hiking, pickup, Highland scenery, costs, fitness demands, and practical booking advice.
“Ross and Mikey from Intrepidus took a group of eight from a hostel in Edinburgh to the Summit of Ben Nevis and back again within a day in what was an unforgettable, stress-free, start to a stag-do weekend. We had incredible luck with the Read more”
Hike the Pentland Hills with local guide Rishi, spotting lochs, wildlife, moorland, and broad Edinburgh views on a half-day outing.
“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 hike.”
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