Scotland · PRIVATE
Good private tours fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
A 90-minute private Harry Potter walking tour in Edinburgh, from Greyfriars to Victoria Street Diagon Alley vibes, led by a guide.
“We had a wonderful morning with Roshiun (sorry if I misspelled your name). She was very friendly and informative. We learned quite a lot about Edinburgh, JK Rowling and the Harry Potter trail. Don't hesitate to book this tour, it was well worth the money!”
A private Isle of Skye day trip from Inverness with Loch Ness stops, Eilean Donan Castle, Old Man of Storr, Portree lunch time.
“We had long anticipated this experience, and it was exceptionally wonderful because of our guide, Malcolm. We are so grateful for his knowledge, expertise, humor, and patience. It was a lovely trip.”
One-day private Highlands tour from Inverness with Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle views, whisky at Singleton, Culloden, and Clava Cairns.
“What a wonderful tour! A lot was packed into one day without us feeling crunched for time at any one spot. Stuart was an excellent guide and brought all the locations to life, particularly the wrenching story of the Battle of Culloden. Would highly recommend!”
Private Scottish Highlands day trip from Edinburgh with a guide, Highland cows, castles, Glencoe viewpoints, and the Kelpies, plus snacks and water.
“Jimmy was excellent. There had been a storm in the area the night before and some of the stops were without power. Jimmy didn’t miss a beat. He knew places only visited by the “Locals,” so we could grab a bite, souvenirs, and use the restroom. We had our youngest daughter with us, just turned 9, and she loved it. She still talks about feeding the “Harry Coo!” That’s Scottish for Highland Cow. If you want to see The Scottish Highlands, this is the way to do it!”
Private 3.5-hour Edinburgh walk with a local guide through Old Town closes, Castle views, and St Giles, with pickup options.
“A fantastic experience with Dr Allison as our guide. Her historical knowledge was incredible and made the tour. She let us go at our own pace, was engaging with every story and anecdote, and the 3.5 hours flew by. She personalised the tour and very much tailored her commentary and what we saw to our interests. Every member of the family including two teens said it was the highlight of our time in Edinburgh. Highly recommend.”
Private Old Edinburgh walk mixing Royals and rogues, dark sites, and photo props, led by Robert. 2 hours in the UNESCO Old Town.
“This was a fabulous tour. Our guide, Robert, a life-long citizen of Edinburgh and a teacher by trade, shared his immense knowledge about the history and people of the city (including some of its famous canine residents) and showed us the lesser traveled venues and passages with the most amazing views. I highly recommend it!”
A private Edinburgh food and drink tour covering West End, New Town, and Old Town, with hotel pickup, paired drinks, and local stories.
“The tour was a bit hard to find the startpoint of. Was unclear that it started inside the hotell in the lobby bar. And the information on viator of what was included said us nothing. But this was a good tour. We could not have asked for more. All the things that goes with scotland was served but scottish eggs. The guide, Anastasia, was a well of knowledge and did a good job entertaining us with short stories and fun facts under the walk and interesting information about the foods and drinks.”
A private Glenfinnan and Great Glen day from Inverness, timed for the steam train, with canals, Loch Ness views, and more.
“Great stories, great people. Niall was a fantastic guide sharing historical, local and personal stories. Fantastic day out. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Inverness.”
Private 4-hour Edinburgh highlights by spacious 6-seater Mercedes with hotel pickup, live commentary, smart stops, and free time on foot.
“Andy is a wonderful guide! He shared so much cultural and historical information, and catered the tour to our interests. The vehicle was very comfortable, and he picked us up and dropped us off exactly where we wanted. Great experience!”
Private 10-hour Highlands tour from Glasgow with Loch Lomond, Oban, Glencoe, castles and photo stops, built around your pace.
“Ryan R was an amazing tour guide and very accommodating. He is extremely knowledgeable and a personable guy! We had a blast! Highly recommend! ⭐️.”
A private 4-hour Glasgow walking tour with nearby hotel pickup, standout monuments, Glasgow Cathedral, the Necropolis, and Glasgow Green.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable and informative. She was patient with our questions and was conscientious of our needs, i.e. bathroom breaks, walking speed, loud noises, etc. I would definitely recommend this experience!”
Private one-way Edinburgh airport transfer with a sign-and-tracking driver, air-conditioned vehicle, and luggage help for a stress-free ride.
“Our driver Shabbir was excellent. He communicated where to meet him and gave great customer service. He highlighted places along the drive to the hotel. Very top notch service!!”
Private luxury minivan Highlands and Loch Ness tour from Edinburgh, with flexible Scottish guides, castles, hairy coos, and optional Ness cruise.
“This is the BEST way to explore the highlands! Graham was the kindest and most hospitable host. He shared stories and history as we personalized our trip together!”
A 3-hour private walk through Edinburgh’s Old Town, mixing major sights with quieter streets, plus a local drink tasting with your guide.
“Chris was an awesome guide: well- informed, & fun! He answered all of our questions, while showing us a hugh part of Edinburgh. We even were able to go by the university my father had attended.”
Private 3-hour Edinburgh walking food tour with haggis, neeps and tatties, Scottish cheese, cakes, and lowland single malt whisky.
“Nicola was a great tour guide. She is knowledgeable, passionate about Scottish culture and funny. We enjoyed our tour immensely. Haggis, scones, whisky and ice cream were delicious.”
Every kind of day out, from an hour under the Old Town to a week in the islands.
