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Private Farne Islands Puffins & Castles Day Tour from Edinburgh

Tours running from the 15th April to 31st July

A Private Day Trip from Edinburgh to the Farne Islands, Puffins & Castles

Just beyond the Scottish border lies one of the UK’s most important seabird sanctuaries, the Farne Islands, home to thousands of puffins each spring and summer. On this private day tour from Edinburgh, you’ll head south along the east coast visiting castles before an epic boat trip to visit these iconic seabirds.

Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this private tour offers an easy and rewarding way to combine wildlife, history, and scenery in a single day. It’s an ideal addition to a stay in Edinburgh, especially for those looking to go beyond the usual Highlands itinerary and experience a different side of Scotland.

Full Farne Islands & Castles Itinerary

Your day begins with a private pick-up from Edinburgh at 7am, heading south through scenic countryside toward the Northumberland coast. We’ll make our first stop at Bamburgh Castle, perched dramatically on a cliff above the sea. Here, you can take a wee walk on the beach to admire the castle and the surrounding views followed by a lovely breakfast at the Walled Garden.

Next, we arrive in Seahouses for your Farne Islands boat tour. The trip lasts around 2.5–3 hours and includes a one-hour landing, giving you the chance to see puffins and nesting seabirds up close. If you love photography this parts for you! After the boat, if you’re feeling hungry, we’ll stop for classic Seahouses fish & chips at the harbour.

The tour continues back into Scotland to North Berwick to visit the iconic Tantallon Castle, another ruin set on sea cliffs with breathtaking views of the Bass Rock. Finally, we head back to Edinburgh, arriving in the early evening after a full day of wildlife, historic castles, and stunning coastal scenery, all at a relaxed, private pace.

Pricing, Booking & Cancellations

To book, simply enquire through the contact form on the right-hand side of this page. Once we receive your enquiry, we’ll get back to you to confirm availability and guide you through the next steps.

Pricing & Deposit

🏰 Total price: £575–£750 per group.

🏰 Deposit: Pay a 20% non-refundable deposit at the time of confirmation to secure your place.

🏰 Balance: The remaining 80% must be paid no later than 30 days before your scheduled tour date.

🏰 All tours of one day or more require a 20% deposit to confirm your booking.

Cancellation & Changes

🏰 Changes or cancellation: You can make changes or cancel your tour up to 30 days before departure without losing your deposit.

🏰 Boat trip: Please note that the boat trip may occasionally be cancelled due to sea conditions or other safety considerations. In this case, we will offer either: an amended itinerary or a full refund if the alternative does not suit you.

🏰 For full details, please read the terms and conditions in the FAQs below this page.

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From £575 Per Group

Pick up location: Accommodation

Duration: 10-12 hours

What's Included: Private Guide & All Transport including Boat Trip

Max 8 people

English

Available: 15th April to 31st July

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Private Day Trip from Edinburgh: Farne Islands, Puffins & Castles

Just beyond the Scottish border lie the Farne Islands, home to thousands of puffins each spring and summer. On this private day tour from Edinburgh, you’ll head south along the east coast to visit castles and enjoy an unforgettable boat trip to see these iconic seabirds.

Led by a local guide, this tour combines wildlife, history, and stunning scenery in a single day perfect for travellers looking to go beyond the usual Edinburgh and Highlands highlights.

Full Farne Islands & Castles Itinerary

Your day begins with a private pick-up from Edinburgh at 7am, heading south along scenic countryside to the Northumberland coast. Our first stop is Bamburgh Castle, perched dramatically on a cliff above the sea, where you can take a short walk along the beach to admire the views and enjoy breakfast.

Next, we arrive in Seahouses for the Farne Islands boat tour. The trip lasts around 2.5–3 hours and includes a one-hour landing, giving you the chance to see puffins and nesting seabirds up close perfect for photographers and wildlife lovers. After the boat, we can grab a classic fish & chips lunch by the harbour.

The tour continues back to Scotland to North Berwick to visit Tantallon Castle, a dramatic ruin on sea cliffs overlooking the Bass Rock. We then return to Edinburgh in the early evening after a full day of wildlife, castles, and stunning coastal scenery, all at a relaxed, private pace.