St Andrews Mysteries: Town, Temple & Cave

Journey beyond golf courses to discover St Andrews' mysterious past. This tour combines medieval magnificence with Celtic mysteries - from grand cathedrals to secret caves. Perfect for large groups with customizable afternoon activities.

Journey beyond the famous golf courses and university quads to discover St Andrews' mysterious past and hidden treasures. This carefully crafted tour combines medieval magnificence with ancient Celtic mysteries, taking you from grand cathedrals to secret caves and mystical dens. Perfect for large groups or multi generation families; different afternoon activities can be chosen to ensure everyone's interests are satisfied. Explore medieval streets, discover pagan ritual sites, and venture into mysterious caves that have witnessed centuries of Scottish history. 

Edinburgh Departure 

  • As you make your journey out of the city, enjoy a short driving tour of Edinburgh 

St Andrews Heritage Walking Tour  

  • Expert local guide 
  • Old Course views 
  • Medieval street exploration 
  • University history 
  • Castle exterior view and stories 
  • Cathedral exploration 

Lunch at Forgan's  

  • Historic golf club makers' building 
  • Traditional Scottish cuisine 

Your choice of afternoon activity: 

Option 1: St Andrews Cathedral & Museum 

  • Tower climb  
  • Medieval ruins exploration 
  • Museum artifacts 

Option 2: St Andrews Castle 

  • Medieval fortress 
  • Siege tunnel exploration 
  • Bottle dungeon 

Option 3: Old Course Putting Green  

  • Historic putting green 
  • Choose between 9 and 18 putting holes 

Dunino Den 

  • Ancient pagan site 
  • Celtic carved stones 
  • Hidden historical gems 

St Fillan's Cave & Pittenweem 

  • Medieval chapel inside a sea cave  
  • Fishing village exploration 
  • Local artisan shops 
  • Coastal photography 

Back to Edinburgh 

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From £81.25 per adult


Departure days

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

April — September

Contact details

Scottish Odyssey

5 South Charlotte Street
Edinburgh
Scotland
EH2 4AN

Tour information

Starting

  • Edinburgh

Length

1 Day

Transport

  • Driver guide
  • Minibus

Type

  • Private

Languages

  • English

Themes

  • Castles
  • Family
  • Golf
  • History
  • Photography

Tour prices


From £81.25 Per Adult

Prices are subject to change depending on season

Tour Stops

Scottish Odyssey

Tour company information

Scottish Odyssey

Imagine running your hands through the cool waters of a hidden Scottish loch, breathing in crisp Highland air while foraging for wild blaeberries, or standing in peaceful solitude beside a secluded waterfall. It's the journey to finding these hidden Scotland experiences that make a Scottish Odyssey adventure unforgettable. If you're looking for a more active way of travelling, our adventure tours blend outdoor thrills with cultural discovery, from paddling on mirror-like lochs, hiking secret trails, or Gorge Walking through incredible Highland Landscapes.

Opening times

Mon: 09:00 am – 07:30 pm

Tue: 09:00 am – 07:30 pm

Wed: 09:00 am – 07:30 pm

Thu: 09:00 am – 07:30 pm

Fri: 09:00 am – 07:30 pm

Sat: 09:00 am – 07:30 pm

Sun: 09:00 am – 07:30 pm

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