Edinburgh Pentland Hills Hike: Discover Scottish Highlands and Nature

Embark on a must-do hiking tour in the stunning Pentland Hills, just outside of Edinburgh. Discover the beauty of the Scottish Highlands and immerse yourself in nature. Learn about flora, fauna, geology, and Scottish history while enjoying breathtaking views of Edinburgh and the surrounding region. Don’t miss the chance to spot the elusive Highland Cows on this unforgettable adventure!

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pentland Hills - The Pentland Hills Regional Park covers an area of 90 km2 (35 sq miles). With 100 kms (62.13 miles) of Walkway marked trails and hundreds on unmarked trails, 14 peaks ranging from 473m to 579m (1617 ft to 1900 ft) and 13 reservoirs, there are many options for more challenging hikes at higher elevation and easier walks at lower levels.
What's Included
  • Light snacks (Energy Bars & Crisps) and a bottle of water included
  • ALL DAY BUS TICKET provided, usable till midnight
Additional Information

This is a MUST DO Hiking Tour in the prettiest hill range from the 7 hills which creates Edinburgh. Discover the Scottish Highlands & Stunning Scottish Nature just on outskirts of capital city! If you love nature & want to explore real beauty of Edinburgh and famous Pentland Hills, then this is the ideal Hiking tour for you. ( BACK BY LUNCH-TIME, ALL…

Location
King's Theatre
Leven Street
We will meet in front of King's Theatre (2 Leven St, Edinburgh EH3 9LQ) very close to city center. We will take a local bus (a very short journey) from there to the foot hills of Pentland. All Day Bus Ticket will be provided to you at the beginning which is included within this tour.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Amanda_s
Oct 19, 2024
Amazing hike - This was a beautiful hike just outside of Edinburgh in the Pentland hills. Rishi was a superb guide, friendly and very informative knew alot about the local history, geology and local vegetation. The beginning of the hike was a steep climb but Rishi was encouraging and paced according to needs. The way down was at an easier pace. At the top Rishi provided water and snacks. Throughly enjoyed this hike would recommend to anyone whether a hiker or not, great experience. Thanks Rishi outstanding tour.
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Caramulo0
Sep 19, 2024
Lovely hike and guide! - The views were amazing, we were super lucky with the weather and the guide, Rishis, is super experienced. Lovely morning :)
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Allen_m
Sep 12, 2024
Great hike! - Rashi was great! Outstanding knowledge of local history, geology, local flora. Very personable, articulate and someone who loves what they do. This can be a strenuous hike, but this 70 year old made it. Incredible views. Excellent tour.
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Mackenziek652
Sep 12, 2024
Amazing - thanks Rishi! - This tour was incredible and Rishi was such an amazing guide. He was friendly, super informative, and made such great conversation! If you are a nature lover, this is absolutely the tour for you. Keep in mind that the first half is quite challenging to get to the summit so a decent level of physical fitness is required. We were huffing and puffing but the views and the experience were WELL worth it! This hike was the best part of our trip to Edinburgh by far. I wish we had more time to try other tours with Rishi! Instead we will be making sure to try some of his good local cuisine recommendations!
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I5054ieemilyh
Sep 8, 2024
Amazing - Amazing hike with such varied scenery- absolutely beautiful part of Scotland. So good to get out of the city and experience the beauty of Pentland Hills. Rishi was a great guide who knows so much about the Hills. Cannot recommend enough
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Sanakt6891qy
Aug 19, 2024
10/10 Must-Do Hike - Easily the best part of my trip to Edinburgh. This hike is a must-do if you’re visiting! Rishi was an amazing guide and taught me so much about the nature and history of Scotland. The hike itself was beautiful and making it to the peak was a good challenge. I was even given snacks, water, and hiking sticks when things got a bit more difficult. The views were absolutely amazing too!
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Global48406517904
Aug 11, 2024
Guided hike to the best views of Scotland hills! - Rishi was great! Very accommodating and knowledgeable. The hike was great- the views at the top are worth it for sure. He provides an all day bus pass which we could use after the tour to see the city and continue the adventure. Definitely recommend this guided tour.
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Deborahmj6471gd
Aug 4, 2024
Memorable experience with a knowledgeable and attentive guide - This is a must do guided tour. Rishi offers the most amazing experience in the dramatic setting of the Pentland Hills not far from Edinburgh city centre. His knowledge of the landscape, paired with his love of history and nature, make for an informative, memorable walk. My fitness levels at this time had had a set back due to a recent illness, so i was not at my peak level of fitness however, Rishi was patient and highly attentive to my needing to take my time to navigate those challenging parts of the walk. With his encouragement and my determination, we got to the top in a reasonable time. Once we reached the Summit, I knew that it was all worth it. The 360 view was sensational. The path back down the other side of the hill held some additional gems of knowledge and beauty which kept adding to the magic of the walk. I highly recommend this to anyone keen to get out of Edinburgh and see the true beauty of Scotland right at this city's doorstep. Thank you so much Rishi, you have made this a memorable part of my holiday.
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Esiro
Jul 26, 2024
Great adventure - Simply an incredible hike! Rishi is truly a magnificent storyteller. He is extremely knowledgable about Scottish history and botany. Furthermore he is extremely kind and has a great taste in snacks. Do not miss out on this great experience!
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Tyler_c
Jul 25, 2024
Gorgeous Views - Rishi led an excellent tour of the Pentland Hills. We had a short bus ride to an easily accessible trail that was moderate hiking on good terrain. The hills were magnificent and we saw about a dozen Highland cows and two white wild horses. Rishi had a great wealth of knowledge to share about Edinburgh history, Scottish history in general, and geographical and geological history of the area, Rishi even pointed out numerous interesting facts about the flora and fauna of as we walked. Following the uphill we descended to a little reservoir and surrounding reforestation woods and then ended the hike by going through what I consider to be a classic “Scottish forest” full of pines, moss, and a gently flowing stream clean enough to drink. This hike may have been the highlight of our two week trip through London, Edinburgh, and St. Andrew’s. Highly recommend!
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