Top Southern Scotland Bus Tours

Discover the Isle of Bute on a private scenic tour with your own local driver-guide. Visit Mount Stuart, Rothesay Castle, beautiful beaches like Ettrick and Kilchattan Bay, and enjoy photo stops at Canada Hill and the Kyles of Bute. Hear island stories, spot Highland cows, and explore at your own pace in comfort. Ideal for cruise guests, couples, or families.

Discover the secrets of the world's most popular whisky, and skip the worry of designating a driver. This private tour takes you to three different Highland distilleries where you learn about the single malts that have been included in the Johnnie Walker blends over the past 100 years. Tour the distilleries and enjoy tastings of three whiskies at each.

Personalised Scottish Arrival Tours from Ireland Travel from Ireland to Scotland with Ease Meet your Scottish guide at the Stenaline ferry port Cairnryan and enjoy a luxury minivan transfer to your preferred destination using our modern luxury minivans. This offers great value adding onward travel and a tour in the same day! Custom Touring & Top Attractions Pick your own itinerary, including Glasgow, famous castles such as Culzean or Stirling, top whisky distilleries, renowned sites like the Kelpies, Falkirk Wheel, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, or the Robert Burns Museum. (We can provide itinerary samples on request) Seamless Transfer Make the most of your journey by touring attractions en route. Finish in Edinburgh, Glasgow, or another location of your choice. Duration & Support Tours last eight hours, with planning assistance to maximise your visit . Practical Info Admission fees are not included; pay venues directly. We’ll advise if advance bookings are required.

Experience the Scottish Highlands on a private, customizable day tour with Heart and Highlands, a family run company offering authentic Scotland experiences. Discover dramatic landscapes, local legends, and iconic Highland attractions at your own pace. Visit The Kelpies, Scotland’s impressive monumental horse sculptures, then travel through peaceful forests to scenic Loch Lubnaig, surrounded by majestic mountains. Explore the charming village of Killin and admire the powerful Falls of Dochart before relaxing beside the tranquil waters of Loch Tay. Along the route, look out for Scotland’s famous Highland cows and enjoy fascinating stories about the region’s heritage, history, and landscapes. Perfect for families, couples, and private groups, this personalized Scottish Highlands tour combines breathtaking scenery, flexible sightseeing, and unforgettable memories.]

Perfect for true whisky enthusiasts, this private, 4-day tour introduces you to all nine distilleries on Islay plus several mainland distilleries. On day one, meet your guide at your preferred Scottish address and travel via Loch Lomond to Oban for your first distillery visit and bed-and-breakfast stay. The next day, board a ferry to Islay for tutored tastings, behind-the-scenes tours, and more.

This private tour allows you to indulge your love of whisky while traveling through some of Scotland's most spectacular landscapes. You'll visit four different whisky distilleries (your choice out of a possible eight) where you will enjoy expert-led tastings, which typically include three whiskies at each stop. Ideal for whisky lovers.

Discover Scotland’s royal heritage on a private day tour from Edinburgh to Scone Palace, Glamis Castle, and St Andrews. Visit Scone Palace, the historic crowning place of Scottish kings, and explore its grand grounds and fascinating royal history. Continue to Glamis Castle, one of Scotland’s most iconic castles, renowned for its impressive architecture, noble heritage, and legendary stories. In St Andrews, wander through the medieval town, see Scotland’s oldest university, and enjoy breathtaking coastal views. Perfect for history lovers, culture seekers, and travelers who want to experience Scotland’s castles, royal landmarks, and timeless landscapes in one unforgettable journey.

Visit three whisky distilleries in one day without the hassle of designating a driver or navigating public transport. This private tour is exclusively for your party so you'll enjoy a personalized experience as your guide drives you to award-winning distilleries—Strathisla, GlenAllachie, and Glenlivet—where you will enjoy tastings and insights into the world of Scotch.

Rather than following someone else's trail, choose your own adventure on this private whisky tour of the Highlands. A must for any whisky fan, work with your tour guide to create your ideal tour, taking in some of your favorite distilleries, or discover something new. Talk with distillers and your guide about the history of Scotland’s most famous export, and learn all there is to know about the history of whisky making.

Scotland is home to many fine whisky distilleries often overlooked in the capital. This private tour lets you sample the best of Edinburgh's whisky scene by visiting two single malt distilleries and the exclusive Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Learn about whisky origins, discover local history, enjoy tastings, and take in Edinburgh’s sights.