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1. Private Central Highlands Driving Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
This private tour with a local guide allows you to see the Highlands in style at a slow pace that allows you to visit castles, take walks in the fresh to get stunning views, follow in the footsteps of Rob Roy, eat in great local places, visit Outlander locations (optional) and even visit a whisky distillery if you like. As this is a private tour we can tweak it to suit your needs no problem. You will be picked up/dropped off at your hotel/ship and you will tour in an air conditioned Mercedes Vito Tourer which sits up to 7 people comfortably.
Inclusions: All guiding fees and vehicle costs., Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Booster seats for up to 2 children., Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Entrance fees for castles/distillery, Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By shelleyk739
I had a really good afternoon. My tour guild was Gary. He was knowledgeable, engaging and friendly. As a first timer to Edinburgh I would definitely recommend. Really helped me to get my bearings as well as increase my knowledge of the old town
2. Private Glencoe Driving Tour from Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Get picked up from your hotel in Edinburgh at 8AM and travel to Glencoe in style with local guides and get stunning views away from the usual tourist trails. You will travel in an air conditioned Mercedes Vito Tourer that seats up to 7 people or a Land Rover Disovery Sport for up to 3 people and and we travel at a pace to suit your needs. We will stop at beautiful locations to get stunning views of castles, lochs, hopefully some wildlife and then the stunning views that are on offer on Glencoe.
Inclusions: Fee for guiding and all vehicle costs.
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By FormanFive
We had such a wonderful day with Will, even with the rain! (He taught us the word "smirr" for a light rain, which I misheard as smurf rain, which I think amused him). We are a family of 5 expat Americans living in the UK, looking for a private tour during these times of Covid. He had hand sanitiser in the van and was appropriately masked up and social distanced throughout the day. Will took us to an excellent coffee shop to get us started (he has great recommendations for coffee shops in Edinburgh), then guided us through Stirling Castle. He had asked us what we hoped to see and do during the day in advance so he could plan the day out and he went out of his way to try to hunt down a Highland cow for us, despite the off season (most are tucked away in barns during the wet season). He was super flexible for when the kids got worn out at a place or the road was closed to a site. The best part was chatting about a tour we took to Stonehenge and he piped up, "Want to see some standing stones you can touch?" Not 5 minutes later he had driven us to an isolated farmers field where we got to touch these beautiful old stones, standing in the mist. He took us to a very tasty place for hot pies and chips for lunch and was great about letting us eat in the van while he took a walk in the rain, since Covid restrictions meant no eating in restaurants and the weather was not great. And he was great about pointing out when we could and could not take a bathroom break, so we didn't end up with any uncomfortable bladders. All in all, it was a great day thanks to Will's stories and enthusiasm. We wouldn't hesitate to use his services again one day.
3. Castles Highlands lochs Stirling Whisky Personal & private driving shore
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Once We start our adventure we will drive to the Trossachs National Park, where we will see some of the most breathtaking views in Scotland. We will see the famous Loch Venachar, mountains and plenty of Sheep. We will also stop at the picturesque village of Callander that is almost trapped in time. This is something to really be seen and looks like all those pictures you have in your head of Scotland. On our Journey, we can also stop at Blackness Castle that was recently used in the Mary Queen of Scots movie, Doune Castle (as featured in Game of Thrones , Outlander and Monty Pythons Holy Grail), Deanston Distillery for a sampling of the world famous 18 year old single malt and the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, Linlithgow Palace. Alternatively we can also spend more time in Stirling at Stirling Castle, Battle of Banockburn where Robert the Bruce defeated King Edwards army and the Wallace Monument built in memory of Sir William Wallace.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch, Guides are not allowed to give guided tours on the inside of historic buildings
Reviewed By SidMaxwell
Kevin arranged a custom version of his St Andrews trip for us to add multiple stops at film locations for Outlander — our favorite TV series. Kevin is the expert on the show and is full of interesting details about the filming locations across Scotland and the show itself. I’m re-watching the early seasons now that I have his insights. We also enjoyed the St Andrews visit of course. Kevin was patience and great with the children and is simply a great tour guide. He is not only very knowledgeable but he is considerate and kind. Highly recommend.
4. Central Scotland Driving Tour - Stirlingshire (Private)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Discover whats beyond the city walls on your very own full day private tour of central Scotland in our Land Rover Discovery. See the castles, the lochs, the hills and even some of the filming locations that makes Scotland the stunning country it is today. All our tours can be personalised to your needs and be as action packed or relaxed as you want.
Inclusions: All guiding fees, All vehicle costs including parking (Parking at Midhope castle is not included), Hotel pickup and drop-off , Air-conditioned vehicle, Child Seats (must be pre-arranged), Land Rover Discovery for up to 6 adults, Bottled water
Exclusions: Bottled water is available in the car free of charge (all other food and drink is not included within the tour), Gratuities, Entry to the sites are not included (Castles, Distilleries etc)
Reviewed By janinaw574
we booked an online tour with Chris through Edinburgh. It was really fantastic, thank you! Chris is very knowledgeable and passionate about this beautiful city, it was almost like being there in person. Cannot recommend him enough.
5. Loch Lomond Luxury Private Tour with Scottish Driver
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Your Private Sightseeing Excursion takes in the stunning Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, using a luxury Mercedes Benz and local chauffeur with years of Scottish experience. Your day is planned to cover all the sights and attractions that Loch Lomond & The Trossachs have to offer, with no waiting for other passengers so if there is something you really want to see we will ensure it is added to your itinerary. Just remember this is Your Day, Your Way! With Door to Door service from Edinburgh complimentary Bottled Water and Wi-Fi Access you truly are getting that First Class experience.
Inclusions: Private Excursion (1 to 6 Passengers), Door to Door Service, Cruise Ship Pickup and Drop-Off, Services & Stories of a Scottish Chauffeur, Wi-Fi Access, Bottled Water
Exclusions: Entrance Fees to Visitor Attractions, Gratuities (Passenger Discretion)
Reviewed By Vic_Polly011
Where to start? After a year of planning our itinerary with Nick of Aura Journeys, we put it into play with 8 days of touring with William. William is professional, but he knows how to have fun with you after he sizes you up. His humor was like spending a week with your best friend from college. Subtle, but pointed, we traded barbs and laughed away the week. No worries about spending a week with a stranger when your guide is William! His knowledge of the area was deep but if he didn't have an answer to your question, he'd look it up and have it for you quickly. He soon got to know what we liked and what we didn't, from meal times and toilet stops, to type of food and sightseeing preferences. We had daily itineraries but we would often adjust based on our own energy level or suggestions from William. Nothing was ever a problem for William. We went to several places William had never been to and he thanked US for taking him there. We ended as good friends and hated to leave him at the end of our journey. Highlights: * Always arrived early with a clean van and lots of water * Very safe driver * Served as photographer when asked - we finally have trip pictures with both of us * Flexible and accommodating * Knowledgeable - great suggestions for restaurants, activities, places to visit and places to skip * He did all the work and let us be tourists rather than trying to drive and read guidebooks while we flew past sights. Worth every penny on this 50th wedding anniversary trip
6. 1-day Private Tour with Rob Roy, Wallace and Jamie Fraser
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Did you know that castles can be movie stars too? Doune Castle managed to play Castle Leoch in Outlander, Winterfell in Game of Thrones and Camelot in the classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail movie. But that's just the beginning! Have a dram (or a full tour) at Deanston Distillery, take a walk in picturesque Callander and discover great Scottish outdoors and Rob Roy's grave in Balquhidder. If you're a big fan of Claire and Jamie, you can get lost in the gardens of Versailles (well, actually Drummond Castle Gardens...), before we visit William Wallace at his monument and hear about his greatest victory. Hop on a perfect day trip with Brambling Bus - what are you waiting for?!
Inclusions: Snacks, Water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Meals
Reviewed By chlorex
Me and a couple of friends choose the Brambling Bus to go around Callander for a day. It was amazing, perfect road trip with a nice playlist. Sara is an amazing driver and Maciek loves history so be ready to know some good facts to bring home with you! They took us to Callander, we had a nice walk by the Bracklinn Falls and then headed back to town to grab some food at a nice local bakery (delicious homemade pies). We also stopped by a couple of their favorites spots (like the huge antique shop). It was an amazing day, I highly recommend traveling with them. They are lovely and enthusiastic people who love sharing their love and knowledge about Scotland. Thanks Maciek and Sara!
7. Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Private Day Tour from Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Travel deep into the Highlands of Scotland on our monster-sized day tour. You will hear the legendary stories of the Jacobites, get a chance to spot the mythical Loch Ness Monster, as well as get lost in the beauty of Glencoe. It’s a tour packed with bewildering beauty and its perfect for those who are short on time and want to experience Scotland as much as possible. Places you explore: Callander, Loch Ba, Three Waters - waterfall, Glencoe, Laggan Locks, Fort Augustus, Loch Ness, Laggan Dam, Dalwhinney Distillery. • Full-day small group tour from Edinburgh (maximum 4 passengers) • Personalised attention, private tour (no one apart from you and your family members, friends will attend this tour) • You have more free time for sightseeing compared to similar bus tours • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver/guide on this small group tour • Mercedes V Class • Please note that tours stops and timings are flexible and for reference purposes only
Inclusions: Driver as a guide, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Admission fees
Reviewed By meghanc746
Ed was the perfect guide for a Girl's Day Trip. We had some extenuating circumstances on a previous tour earlier in the week that precluded us from completing it. We decided to try a private tour for the end of our trip and so glad we did. We had a few ideas of what we wanted to see and he was able to help us customize a day trip to see as many of those items as we could. He was a perfect tour guide and so patient and kind when we wanted to stop and look at various things and places (hairy cows and shopping!). We never felt rushed during our trip and he was also able to guide us through several castles so we go to see everything in our allotted time. Had we toured these places by ourselves I feel like we would have missed so much. We had a great time on our day trip and I would highly recommend Ed for a private tour of Scotland and the country side.
8. The Ultimate Whisky Experience from Edinburgh
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4.9 based on 35 reviews
Take a trip into Whisky paradise on our 1 day Ultimate Whisky Experience tour from Edinburgh. Visit two distilleries; Dewar's and Deanston; view stunning scenery across Loch Lubnaig and enjoy a relaxing stop in the village of Killin on this Scottish Whisky trail
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks
Reviewed By 167mahmoudm
A fantastic day with Neil our tour guide. A PLENTY of information in attractive way. Ask to go the trip with him. You deserve a trip like this with a fantastic tour guide like Neil. We saw 7 lochs, 4 castles, and two villages. Thank you Neil
9. 2-Day Loch Ness and Inverness Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
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4.8 based on 386 reviews
Spend two days exploring Loch Ness and Inverness, past and present, on a small-group trip to the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh. As you enjoy scenic drives and historic landmarks, your eyes will pop at the dramatically beautiful landscape. With a maximum group size of 16 passengers, this leisurely two-day excursion allows you to have a memorable and personal experience in two of Scotland’s favorite locations.
Inclusions: Overnight en-suite accommodation with breakfast, Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers), Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, Driver/guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Admission fees
Reviewed By 464kathyi
Just returned from a lovely trip to the beautiful city of Edinburgh, can't wait to go back ???? During my stay I booked two 1 day tours with Rabbis. Firstly a huge thank you for running the tours with just the 2 of us, our stay had been planned around these days out so very grateful they went ahead. The Outlander tour with Lizzie was amazing as was Lizzie, she went out of her way to ensure we had a great day even though the weather was a bit liquidy! She was extremely knowledgeable about the Outlander series/locations and Scottish history in general, many thanks Lizzie. Our second tour was to St Andrews and the fishing villages of Fife with David who was fab, he was extremely helpful, flexible, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour. The villages were beautiful and St Andrews was stunning, we were also fortunate enough to have lovely sunny weather. I would highly recommend both tours and guides! Kathy ☀️☔????
10. Stirling Castle, Trossachs, Loch Lomond and Whisky Tour
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4.4 based on 9 reviews
Join us on this day trip that includes the best of what Scotland has to offer in one day from Glasgow - history, castles, lochs, mountains, traditional taverns and that all-important whisky distillery tour. You will experience the impressive Scottish fortress that is Stirling Castle, the hills, glens and lochs of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National park including a stop on the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond. We finish with a tour of the fabulous Auchentoshan Whisky Distillery.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Light Refreshments, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Admission Fees
Reviewed By Gretchen Z
I booked a 3 day outlander tour for £1080 last June 2020. I paid a £108 deposit. The trip was for my 70 year old mother. It reached Christmas 2020 and I contacted Slainte tours who operate as Clyde coast tourism at Companies house. After a few weeks I had confirmation that the trip in February was cancelled and that I could rearrange which I understood with Covid-19. I sent new dates and chased for 2 months. Nothing. I received one email saying an owner (Helmut) had been ill and that they would get back to me. The former owner left the company last August 2020. This business is owned solely by Catriona Stevenson and is a scam. I asked for a refund repeatedly from February 19th 2021 as the company had breached contract. No contact. On the register at Companies house it shows the business is not financially stable and has a number of filing issues. The website shows they are part of a tourism group but again this is a lie and they have been asked to remove the logos (which they have not done). They are not part of any group that guarantees trips or money. As they use PayPal invoicing for trips, you are not protected financially. I am now looking at legal options having taken advice and am going through the slow steps required before I can take the company to small claims court (I have done the initial legal letters which have all been ignored). Save your money and book elsewhere! At least I found out before I travelled to Scotland with my 70year old mother! Avoid this scam.
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