Top Southern Scotland Sightseeing Tours

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.

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.

Scotland’s poet Robert Burns has returned to his ‘hame toun’ of Ayr to revisit some favourite landmarks from his lifetime and he needs your help to find them! Make your way around Ayr town center with Burns, taking in sights, solving clues, and perhaps meeting some familiar characters who will help you and the poet in your quest.In Burns's own words ‘Auld Ayr wham ne’er a toun surpasses, For honest men and bonnie lassies’. Join Burns today and take a stroll around Burns Hame Toun! As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

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.

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.

The Speyside region of northeast Scotland is renowned for its single malt whiskies, but enjoying them typically requires designating a driver. Skip the hassle on a private tour that allows you to fully immerse yourself in Scotland’s whisky-making history and heritage as you visit three Speyside distilleries in one day. Visit distilleries such as Macallan, Glenfarclas, Glenfiddich, or Aberlour; learn about the whisky-making process; and sample a selection of different whiskies.

Experience the Scottish Highlands like never before on this exclusive private day tour, "Lochs & Legends," crafted by TRIPorganiser, a family-run company dedicated to authentic travel experiences. This journey blends breathtaking landscapes with legendary tales. Begin at The Kelpies, monumental horse sculptures celebrating Scotland’s heritage. Journey through serene forests to Loch Lubnaig, a hidden gem surrounded by peaceful mountains. In the charming village of Killin, witness the roaring Falls of Dochart, then relax along the tranquil shores of Loch Tay. Along the way, encounter the iconic Highland cows, living symbols of Scotland’s rugged beauty. With a fully customizable itinerary, every stop is tailored to your interests, ensuring a personal and unforgettable adventure. Perfect for families, couples, or anyone seeking an immersive Highland experience, this private tour offers legendary landscapes, rich stories, and unforgettable moments.

The River Clyde has a long and important history at the heart of Scotland’s industrial past. A hub of shipbuilding meant that for decades the area was seen as a place of factories and industry, but now the views and wildlife have taken back over. On this tour, learn about the varied history of this unique area, and hear about the paddlesteamers that once traveled “doon the watter” to take the wealthy on holiday, or to their villas downstream.

Perfect for true whisky enthusiasts, this private, 4-day tour introduces you to many of Scotland’s top distilleries—including every distillery on Islay. On the first day, meet your guide at your preferred Scottish address and head via comfortable car to Oban via Loch Lomond, for your first distillery visit and bed-and-breakfast stay. The next day, board a ferry to Islay. During your stay, you’ll enjoy tutored tastings, behind-the-scenes distillery tours, and more.

Discover Scotland's regal heritage on a captivating day tour from Edinburgh. Visit the historic Scone Palace, the crowning place of Scottish kings, explore the grandeur of Glamis Castle, and immerse yourself in the medieval charm of St Andrews, home to Scotland's oldest university and stunning coastal views. Experience a journey through time, uncovering the rich tapestry of Scotland's royal and cultural history.

Learn about the maritime history of the Clyde and the surrounding docks and waterways by following the trail of shipwrecks with your expert guide. See the popular shipwreck MV Captayannis, once a sugar ship used for trading, and use sonar to detect the presence of sunken battleships and submarines. A must for anyone interested in maritime history or intrigued by Glasgow’s military involvements in the first and second world wars.

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.