Top Edinburgh Car Tours

Experience the Scottish countryside with your own private guide to show you the top sights in the area, from Loch Ness to the Three Sisters to The Kelpies and much more. This tour takes you straight from your Edinburgh accommodation to all these sights in a comfortable car while your guide tells you all about the area’s rich history and folklore.

Experience the Scottish Highlands with your own guide to show you the best of what this area has to offer, from castles to the famous Highland cows. This private tour takes you from Edinburgh to Craigie’s Farm, Luss, Inveraray Castle, the Three Sisters, and more. Travel from attraction to attraction in a comfortable car with included snacks and bottled water.

Discover Edinburgh, Scotland in your very own black cab to help you get around town on this private tour of the city. Don’t worry about public transport, because this experience includes convenient hotel pickup. Sample classic Scottish sweet treats while you see the sights and learn about the city’s history and culture from your guide.

Ride in a private black cab on a 4-hour guided tour of Edinburgh. Learn about the city's history, culture, and famous residents as your driver-guide shares stories. Visit iconic sites like St Giles Cathedral and Arthur’s Seat in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water included. Hotel and cruise port pickup and drop off are included for added convenience.

This Edinburgh city sightseeing tour offers a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus experience with an open-top double-decker bus and audio commentary in multiple languages. Hop on and off at key stops including Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and the Royal Mile. Buses run every 20 minutes with tickets valid for 24 hours from first use, providing flexible sightseeing at your own pace.

Delve into Edinburgh’s horrific history on this evening ghost bus tour. With your spooky local guide, visit the city’s most terrifying locations, haunted by infamy and restless spirits! From your seat in a double-decker vintage bus, gaze at eerie sites such as Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, and the Royal Mile. Throughout the trip, hear anecdotes and facts about Edinburgh’s chilling past, replete with bloody executions, unspeakable tortures, and murder.

Treat yourself to a day of whisky appreciation on a full-day tasting trip from Edinburgh. Wind through the Scottish Lowlands to a historic whisky-producing region, and visit Glengoyne Distillery and Deanston Distillery for informative tasting sessions and tours. Discover the centuries-old tradition of Scottish whisky production, view warehouses stocked with aged casks and marvel at the quiet beauty of Loch Lomond.

Discover the rich history and stunning landscapes of St Andrews on this private day tour with hotel pickup. Travel comfortably in a Black Cab or Mercedes with a professional guide. Visit landmarks like the Old Course at St Andrews Links, the Swilcan Bridge, St Andrews Cathedral, and the picturesque Anstruther Harbour. Enjoy live commentary, coastal views, and a personalized experience tailored to your interests.

Skip crowded buses and confusing maps with this private 4-hour Edinburgh tour. Your personal guide reveals hidden stories from Old Town to royal palaces while you travel in comfort in a classic black cab. Enjoy exclusive access, personalized attention, and convenient door-to-door hotel pickup on this stylish exploration of Scotland's capital.

Witness the iconic landscapes that Skye has to offer, and which have dazzled generations of visitors. From crystal clear beaches with dinosaur foot prints, to magical water falls, fairy pools, dramatic landscapes and quaint towns. Skye is also home to a diverse wildlife including the Golden Eagle. As part of this tour, we will also take you through some of the most famous sites of the Scottish Highlands, such as the Three Sisters of Glencoe, and Eilean Donan Castle, as well as the famous town of Pitlochry.

The Isle of Skye is the largest of Scotland’s Hebrides Islands and this multi-day tour from Edinburgh ensures you take in all the highlights. Admire natural wonders such as Loch Ness, Glencoe, and Ben Nevis; visit Lealt Falls, Dunvegan Castle, and Kilt Rock on the Isle of Skye; and see Eilean Donan Castle, where "Highlander" was filmed.

Listen to Edinburgh’s grisliest tales on a haunted evening or night-time walking tour. Experience the ghastly histories of monsters, madness, and murder that cast a dark shadow on Scotland’s capital. See where witch trials, pagan rituals, and executions took place, then visit the chilling Old Calton Burial Ground or Canongate Kirkyard cemetery to learn about body-snatching and some of the infamous individuals interred here.

See the best of medieval Edinburgh—without the hassle of putting together your own sightseeing itinerary—on this walking tour, which includes skip-the-line access to Edinburgh Castle. As you walk, listen as your guide shares the history of this formidable city with ancient Roman roots and UNESCO-listed historical attractions. Explore atmospheric cobbled walkways along the Royal Mile, then breeze into Edinburgh Castle to witness royal opulence.

Edinburgh is known for its dark past, and this evening walking tour is the original one to showcase the city's historically sinister and spooky side. Discover the hidden ‘wynds’ (alleys) and closes of the Old Town as you learn their mysteries and horrors; visit the ghost-ridden Greyfriars Kirkyard; and explore the city’s underground vaults to uncover their spirits and secrets. Your tour is led by a creepily costumed guide to get everyone into the spooky spirit of things.

Follow the trail of the Romans through ancient Scotland on this full-day tour from Edinburgh. With an expert guide, visit millennia-old Roman ruins such as Hadrian’s Wall, Steel Rigg, and soak up the beauty of Northumberland National Park, the Irthing Valley, and the Southern Uplands. Travel with a small group to historic villages and hear the about Anglo-Scottish wars that once rattled the region. Entrance is included to Vindolanda and Roman Army Museum (Housesteads Roman Fort when Vindolanda is closed).

See some of our beloved (and rare) 'Hairy Coos'. This now rare, and difficult to find, breed has become an iconic symbol of Scotland. Visit the 12th century Glasgow Cathedral and learn about its incredible history. Explore the 19th century Glasgow Necropolis, enjoying the beautiful views over the city. Visit the museum of religious art and the oldest surviving house in Glasgow, built in the 15th century. We will then take you on a tour of the Glasgow Murals - huge life-like paintings hidden around the city centre of Glasgow. Leaving the city, we will then take you to the Kelpies - the largest horse statues in the world. Finally, we will stop over at Midhope Castle, a.k.a. 'Lallybroch' in the famous TV series Outlander.

Explore the hidden gems of Scotland on a private tour that takes you to the most iconic sites in the country. Admire the grandeur of Stirling Castle, wander through the halls of Doune Castle, marvel at the engineering feat of the Falkirk Wheel, and gaze in awe at the Forth Bridge - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But what sets this tour apart is the personalized attention you receive from your guide, who will share fascinating stories and insights about each location, making your visit an unforgettable experience. • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver/guide on this private tour • Kids friendly (5+ age) • Please note that tour stops and timings can change

Exploring the Highlands is a must-do when in Scotland but getting around can be tricky. Skip the hassle of navigating public transport or driving on familiar roads by booking this guided tour. From Edinburgh's Loch Ness Discovery Centre, you'll head north to the most important Highland destinations, including Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Great Glen and Loch Ness.

Check off Stirling Castle, the Kelpies monument, and Loch Lomond on this day trip from Edinburgh. Have a photo stop at one of the largest equine sculptures in the world—The Kelpies, then travel through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Finally, enjoy the perk of having admission to Stirling Castle included so you can go on an interior tour.

Explore further afield without having to worry about hiring a car or navigating unfamiliar roads on a tour that reveals attractions that lie outside of Edinburgh’s city center. This private tour comes with the flexibility to tweak your route and itinerary to include historic castles and chapel, scenic natural landscapes, or art galleries and antique stores.

Journey to the frontier of ancient Rome on this full-day tour of Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish borders from Edinburgh. First up is a tour of the 15th-century Rosslyn Chapel, famously featured in ‘The Da Vinci Code’ and renowned for its mysterious stone carvings and unique architecture. After lunch (not included), stop at Melrose Abbey, the burial site of King Robert the Bruce’s heart, and look out over the English border from Cheviot Hills, before walking along the UNESCO-listed Hadrian’s Wall.

Discover Scotland's rugged beauty with the help of your very own private guide to show you local landmarks and some of the most scenic countryside spots on this "Harry Potter"-themed tour setting off from Edinburgh. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and let your guide plan the itinerary. See the Glenfinnan Viaduct, which you'll recognise from the films, Doune Castle, and more.

Take a unique half day Outlander tour and visit the two most popular film locations - Lallybroch and Hopetoun House , used extensively for Outlander filming . Enter the world of Outlander with a visit to Lallybroch , the ancestral home of Jamie Fraser . Visitors can now go inside Lallybroch for the first time ever. Soon fans will be able to stay in Lallybroch . It’s a fantastic way to walk in the footsteps of Jamie all a short drive from your hotel. Shore excursions available from Edinburgh ports. Hopetoun House and its grounds provided a stunning backdrop for filming locations for Outlander , including the Red Room . The back of the house was used as the Duke of Sandringham’s home (with scenes also filmed in the Red Drawing Room) in season 1. The courtyards provided the backdrop for the Parisian streets of season 2 as well as the Helwater stables in season 3 . The front of the house was Ellesmere Manor in season 3 . Last-minute bookings welcome . Outlander day tour from Edinburgh