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Queensferry, also called South Queensferry or simply "The Ferry", is a town to the west of Edinburgh, Scotland, traditionally a royal burgh of West Lothian. It lies some ten miles to the north-west of Edinburgh city centre, on the shore of the Firth of Forth between the Forth Bridge, Forth Road Bridge and the Queensferry Crossing. The prefix South serves to distinguish it from North Queensferry, on the opposite shore of the Forth. Both towns derive their name from the ferry service established by Queen Margaret in the 11th century, which continued to operate at the town until 1964, when the Road Bridge was opened.
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1. Edinburgh City Centre and St Andrews Private Driving Day Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Planning to tour Edinburg and St Andrews? You've come to the right place! Don't just depend on guide books, work with an Edinburgh city expert - work with me. I'll share with you the real legends and stories associated with places we visit and Edinburgh's characters, and show you Edinburgh and St. Andrews like only a local expert can! This eight hour tour will include all of the most popular and main tourist attractions that Edinburgh and St Andrews have to offer including some spots you won't find in any guide books! This tour will take you to the home of Golf. We will take in Leith Links, Brittania, The Scottish Parliament, The Palace of Holyrood House, St Giles Cathedral, The Royal Mile and of course Edinburgh Castle! While in St Andrews we will visit the Ancient and Royal Golf Club, Swilken Bridge and Cathedral. We will also travel through the historic New and Old Towns while in Edinburgh and take in a couple of sites on the way.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch
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.
2. Private Day Trip Outlander Filming Locations from Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Whether you're a highlander or a sassenach, this tour has something for every fan of the show and books. Your guide cannot wait to show you the locations and inspiration for the Outlander world that Diana Gabaldon created. On your travels you will take in the Duke of Sandringham's home, the French home that Claire and Jamie occupied. You will visit Castle Leoch, the Grand Palace of Versailles, the train station where Claire and Frank said their goodbyes, the prison headquarters of Captain "Black Jack" Randall, as well as the many breathtaking landscapes as you travel from site to site. This will be an adventure you will never forget as you too will be transported back to the 1740s just as Claire was. The outlander tour contains filming locations from season 1, 2, and 3, and also from the books Dragonfly in Amber and Voyager. This is full day tour and will last 8 hours depending on traffic. This will allow you plenty of time to visit the filming locations (where access is permitted).
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Round-trip private transfer, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch
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.
3. Outlander Season 2 Day Tour from Glasgow and Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Outlander Season 2 tour otherwise known as the Vivent Les Frasers tour is a brilliant way to see some of the fantastic locations used for filming Season 2 of the hit Stars TV Show Outlander. It includes The Drummond Castle Gardens (Gardens of Versailles), Hopetoun House (Paris Bedrooms), Linlithgow Palace (Wentworth Prison) and Callendar House (Where the Duke of Sandringham loses his head in Season 2). The tour has two meeting points, one at Glasgow and the other at Dalmeny Train Station near Edinburgh. The tour lasts around 8 to 10 hours and is a must for any visitor whether you are a fan of the show or not.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, Local guide, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities, Entrance 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.
4. St Andrews Luxury Private Tour with Scottish Driver
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Your St Andrews Luxury Private Sightseeing Excursion takes in the "Home of Golf" along with the renowned Distillery at Kingsbarns using a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle and a local chauffeur with years of Scottish experience. Your day is planned to cover all the sights and attractions of St Andrew at your pace, with no waiting for other passengers. Your excursion will also allow you to sample a Dram of finest Scotch Single Malt, and as it is your day if there is something you really want to see we will ensure it is added to your itinerary. With so many places to visit our sightseeing tour allows you to sit back and relax in luxury taking in the stunning scenery and if you want to stop you can. 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 Driver, 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
5. Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond Full-Day Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
First we stop to admire the views over the Forth Bridges from South Queensferry before continuing to Linlithgow Palace with its rich and varied history. Then we take the 'Royal Route' to Stirling Castle and explore the ancient royal seat of Scotland. Learn the varied history of the Stuart Royals and the great battles of the middle-ages that were fought nearby. Travel on to the National Park and explore the idyllic Loch Lomond with its calm waters that make way to dramatic highland scenery. Visit the conservation village of Luss and hear the local stories from hundreds of years of tradition. The private tour is conduced in our luxury Mercedes minivans that comfortably accommodate up to 6 passengers. Your passionate Driver-guide will bring the day to live with stories and living history and will personally escort you to all monuments and locations. Each itinerary is entirely customisable so if there is something specific you would like to see along the route please let us know!
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Kilt-wearing private guide
Exclusions:
Reviewed By 829waleeda
We had a fantastic time touring and learning about Edinburgh. Alexander had amazing knowledge of the city and made the whole day really enjoyable. The tour was very well organised and the Mercedes minivan was very clean. This tour is a must for anyone who really wants to explore/learn more about Edinburgh in a short amount of time.
6. Outlander Luxury Private Day Tour with Scottish Driver
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
See the sights that inspired the story of ‘Outlander’ and tour the places where the series was filmed. This private tour caters to you, keeping your comfort in mind at all times as you are chauffeured from your hotel or the cruise ship port in a luxury vehicle. Visit the sets that stood in for Mrs. Baird’s B and B, Castle Leoch, the village of Cransemuir, Wentworth Prison and Fort William. Your guide will share stories of Scotland as you travel. • See the Scottish spots you love from the Outlander TV Show • Door to Door Luxury Service from any Edinburgh Location • Private Tour for you with the services of a Local Scottish Driver Your day is planned to cover the sights and attractions from the Outlander TV Show at your pace, with no waiting for other passengers. With so many places to visit our sightseeing excursion allows you to sit back and relax in luxury taking in the stunning scenery and if you want to stop you can. Just remember this is Your Day Your Way!
Inclusions: Bottled Water, Cruise Ship Pickup and Drop-Off, Door to Door Service, Services & Stories of a Scottish Chauffeur, Wi-Fi Access
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
7. Forth Bridges and Edinburgh Suburbs by Manual or E-bike
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This 4 hour bike tour follows the picturesque shores of the Firth Of Forth. We pass through the ancient village of Cramond, and ride through a rural country estate with its very own stately home and castle. Topped off with a cycle over the Forth Road Bridge with spectacular views of this UNESCO world heritage site and beyond. Plus, a choice of electric or manual bike depending on your level of fitness or effort.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Use of bicycle, Air-conditioned vehicle, Helmets, gloves, pannier bags and rain jackets provided
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By robertrT9431AF
Used one of his bikes and pannier bags for cycling for John o'Groats to Lands End and it was perfect no mechanical issues at all and the bags were 100% waterproof. I know he has a whole range of bikes and if they are all at the same standard as the one I hired they will be epic. He was also really good on the customer service front. Quick to reply on questions, he gave invaluable advice and was very flexible when I took a bit too long bringing it back north. All round epic experience and would 100% use again.
8. St Andrews Private Personal Driving Day Tour Six Hours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Planning to tour Edinburg and St Andrews? You've come to the right place! Don't just depend on guide books, work with a city expert - work with me. I'll share with you the real legends and stories associated with St. Andrews like only a guide can! This six hour tour will include all of the most popular and main tourist attractions that St Andrews have to offer including some spots you won't find in any guide books! This tour will take you to the world famous home of Golf. While in St Andrews we will visit the Ancient and Royal Golf Club, Swilken Bridge and Cathedral. If you've ever wanted to experience real fish and chips we can stop at the world famous and award winning Anstruther fish bar on our return.
Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board, Private transportation
Exclusions: Entrance Fees, Lunch
Reviewed By jaybeebadseed
I LOVE this company! This is the second day-trip my husband and I have booked with this group - we are returning customers for a reason. The tours are always small (usually 10-15 people in a group) and the intimacy always makes the tour enjoyable and most attendees friends by the end of the day. We made a last-minute decision to book this day-trip on New Year's Eve day, and our host/guide Gregor was truly a gem. For those who may be unaware (we were!), the Scots do NOT mess around about New Year's Eve, so having an amazing day tour the day of one of their biggest holidays was truly wonderful. Gregor was a great tour guide and made the day fly by. We have been on two day-tours with this company and 100% recommend it!
9. Outlander Day Tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 126 reviews
Experience Scotland on this 8 - 10 hour day tour visiting the main filming locations that brought Diana Galbaldon's Outlander series to life. Are you a Jacobite or a Sassenach? Join this tour to find out.
Inclusions: Driver/guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, 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.
10. Edinburgh Luxury Private Tour with Scottish Driver
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 3 reviews
Your Edinburgh Private Day Excursion takes in the stunning capital of Scotland. Edinburgh is our hometown, and like a lot of locals we're proud of our city. As your excursion is private you call the shots, enjoy the sights & attractions of Edinburgh at your pace. You will take in all the major sights & attractions our capital has to offer, from our mighty castle and cobbled back streets to The Royal Palace along with stunning views from Holyrood Park and over the Forth of Firth we can cover all locations and as it is your day if there is something you want to see Aura will ensure it is added to your itinerary With so many places to visit our tour allows you to visit the parts of Edinburgh you want to see, just remember this is Your Day, Your Way! With Door to Door service from Edinburgh and customisable your day is planned in advance to ensure you visit the locations you want, the itinerary lists the possible locations and must be agreed prior to arrival.
Inclusions: Private Excursion (1 to 6 Passengers), Door to Door Service, Cruise Ship Pickup and Drop-Off, Services & Stories of a Scottish Driver, 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
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