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Michele_W, Jun 2026
Family of four loved our highlands tour
We had a wonderful day with our tour guide, Ayvin. He was knowledgeable, flexible with our schedule and family and took us to see all of the amazing sights of the highlands. We got to see the furry coos on two different stops and the Monty python castle which were highlights for us.
Julie_b, Jun 2026
This was a fantastic day!...
This was a fantastic day! We loved going beyond the city and seeing all the beautiful country. We were able to enjoy nature and also see a couple of castles.
Our driver Phil was very accommodating and full of interesting info. I would highly recommend this!
We felt like good friends at the end of the day and it beats being on a huge tour bus that doesn’t offer any flexibility and personal attention. We were able to spend a little more time at the specific places we were interested in. Definitely 5 out of 5 stars.
Jennifer_F, Jun 2026
The Highlands Experience
Although the experience is titled “Loch Ness and the Highlands” there is a lot of opportunity to adjust the itinerary. Our tour guide, Robbie, asked us what was most important for us to see and he arranged everything from there. Robbie was fantastic! My husband sat up front with him and they talked almost the entire time we were driving, stopping only for Robbie to point out various spots. He was very patient with the questions from the kids and went out of his way to keep them interested. Bonnie Scotland Tours were great to work with from the start. All things about this company and tour were top notch. Highly recommend.
Carl_S, Jun 2026
James was a fabulous...
James was a fabulous guide for our 2 hour walking tour through Edinburgh. Very engaging with many historical and interesting stories about all the different sites. Highly recommend! Would note that the tour did not end back at our hotel even though this was how it was advertised.
Lynn_H, Jun 2026
Interesting tour with excellent guide!
We had a wonderful experience with Sandy as our tour guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable and full of fun facts. We got a great overview of Edinburgh. He was patient with those of us who had some mobility impairments and was able to modify his route to help us avoid too much walking. Excellent and informative tour. We would highly recommend this tour and especially Sandy to anyone who wants to visit Edinburgh!
Dipa_C, Jun 2026
Edinburgh historic tour
We toured Edinburgh with Adrian the evening we arrived. He was fun to talk to and full of interesting facts about Edinburgh and its history. The tour was a great way to get our bearings in a new city and to hit the very busy highlights of Edinburgh without feeling overwhelmed. Highly recommend.
Maria_D, Jun 2026
Mally is the guide you want!
Mally was a great tour guide! He is an amazing story teller. Kept us so interested as we walked and he shared anecdotes and the history of the place. Never felt rushed as we walked from one place to another. His knowledge and his delivery ... just a great tour.
Becky_M, Jun 2026
We loved the Hop on/Hop...
We loved the Hop on/Hop off tour - a great way to get around to a bigger area without having to walk or take other transportation. Bonus getting to learn more about the areas we saw. The staff were all very helpful and the drivers friendly. The ear buds they provided were really comfortable (we used them on the flight home!). All in all, highly recommend as an option!
Jane_B, Jun 2026
Excellent job pairing us...
Excellent job pairing us with a guide for this experience. Michael was very knowledgeable and provided a lot of information well before our trip including recommendations on where to stay. Scotch was only part of the experience! His historical knowledge of Edinburgh was exceptional.
Wynde_C, Jun 2026
Local Company for Private Tour!
This is a family-run operation not a large company, so the service is direct and personal. William was our driver/guide. Great communication, adaptable to our tendering delay from the ship, adjusted the day to our needs and was a friendly person to be with for seven hours. He personally walked us around each stop and provided general information. He paid attention to vantage points (less known parking spots or ways to enter popular areas) for efficient flow of the day. Excellent food recommendation for lunch! Safe driver. We highly recommend this tour and company!
breighz, May 2026
Wonderful tour!
Cal did a wonderful job taking us around Old Town. He has so much knowledge about the city and truly loves living in Edinburgh. He gave us a dinner recommendation and even ended our tour there to ensure we were taken care of. Great service!! Cal has a very thick Italian accent that was a little difficult for us to understand, but that’s our fault for only speaking English. Cal is a great ambassador for Edinburgh! So energetic, kind, and full of great information!
Deja_B, May 2026
A great way to experience your first taste of Edinburgh...
Stuart, our unforgettable, devil may care tour guide! What a great way to experience our first taste of Edinburgh. Stuart was a great guide, with a great car to accommodate our family. His knowledge of the major tourist areas and beautiful vistas, coupled with his willingness to go off the beaten path were exactly the experience we were hoping for. Stuart was a perfect private tour guide, making the experience great for the whole family, including my father who has some ambulatory concerns. I highly recommend this tour.
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