Top Edinburgh Bus Tours

The Ultimate Edinburgh Shore Excursion! Experience Scotland's capital with Dr. Moray Grigor—a local physician and tour guide with 100% 5 star reviews since 2018. He has crafted the perfect, flexible cruise excursion tailored to you: Pre-Tour Planning: Moray aligns the day with your personal interests. Flexible Pick-up: Real-time adaptation to cruise shuttle timings. Moray, with his taxi provider partners, will meet you at your city drop-off. Calton Hill: Start with panoramic views and local orientation. Royal Mile Walk: A guided stroll from Holyrood to the Castle, packed with stories from Edinburgh native Moray. Your Afternoon, Your Way Moray’s walking tour ends at the Castle, but he stays available remotely to help guide the rest of your day: Lunch: Rest and enjoy top Scottish dining near the Castle. Flexible Activities: Choices include Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood, the National Museum and shopping. Smooth Return: Stress-free advice on timing and transport back to your ship.

An amazing 5-day Private Guided Tour (your group only) from Edinburgh to Orkney and then Inverness. Your guide will pick you up in Edinburgh and take you on a fascinating historical tour on route to the Ferry Terminal in Aberdeen. The route will depend on your pickup location. We spend two days in Orkney exploring the amazing historical sites. The tour is private and will be set to your own pace. On Day 4 we return to the Scottish Mainland via a short Ferry Journey and on route to Inverness, we will visit Dunrobin Castle and the Culloden Battlefield. Day 5 we start the day with a Loch Ness cruise which includes Urquhart Castle and a hunt for Nessie. We then head to Edinburgh or Aberdeen depending on your drop off location. This is a private tour for your group only and route/itinerary can be changed to suit. Attractions may be subject to seasonal opening, contact us for details.

The Best of Scotland Private Guided Tour is literally that. We visit the best Castles and Palaces, meet Highland Cows, drink the best whisky, see the most beautiful scenery, hunt for monsters on the best boat cruise, taste superb local food, visit the best Scottish shop, visit movie locations and hopefully see lots of wildlife. This private tour (for your group only) is unique opportunity to discover Scotland whilst being expertly curated by your driver/guide. The itinerary/locations can be changed to suit and please let us know your preferences and we will be happy to create your own tour. We pick you up from the airport or hotel and then will take you on a true coast to coast experience and will have everything booked in advance. Some attractions are subject to seasonal opening. Highlights include: St Andrews Glamis Castle Dunnottar Castle Highland Cows Balmoral Castle Inverness Loch Ness Culloden Eilean Donan Castle Isle of Skye Glenfinnan Blair Castle Scone Palace Whisky

The Best of Scotland Private Guided Tour is literally that. We visit the best Castles and Palaces, meet Highland Cows, drink the best whisky, see the most beautiful scenery, hunt for monsters on the best boat cruise, taste superb local food, visit the best Scottish shop, and hopefully see lots of wildlife. This private tour (for your group only) is unique opportunity to discover Scotland whilst being expertly curated by your driver/guide. The itinerary/locations can be changed to suit and please let us know your preferences and we will be happy to create your own tour. We pick you up from the airport or hotel and then will take you on a true Scottish experience and we will have everything booked in advance for you. Some attractions are subject to seasonal opening.

A fascinating day, accompanied by an expert guide, diving into ancient history of early medieval, Anglo-Saxon kingdoms of the North. A period known as the golden age of these Kingdoms. A chance to experience life in the 7th century with a visit to a replica of a Royal Palace in an architecturally awarded building followed by a private distillery tour and tasting. We then travel on to see the original site of the palace and tour discussing the archeological findings of the place. Followed by a visit to site of another royal palace. Visiting the actual sites gives true perspective on the importance of place in siting these palaces. To end this fascinating day we will travel to Lindisfarne, the Holy Isle to visit the home of the Lindisfarne Gospels and the bringing of Celtic Christianity from Iona, pivotal in the history of this time. All admission fees included, whisky flight and distillery tour. Travel in style in a V Class Mercedes with comfortable leather seats and air con.

The landscape around Edinburgh is rich in drama, both fictional and historical. On this Outlander-themed tour, you'll see the picturesque locations where the series was filmed, and will discover a selection of top Scottish landmarks, too. Over the course of one day, set off to discover castles, historic villages, and more, learning behind-the-scenes stories about the making of the popular TV show as you go.

Trade the city’s bustle for a magical day in nature on this Harry Potter-themed excursion into the Scottish Highlands. In the morning, set off from Edinburgh and enjoy sightseeing stops en route, including the fishing village of Mallaig. Then, board the Jacobite Steam Train (a double for the Hogwarts Express) and travel along the Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous in the films. Finally, see Glencoe’s dramatic scenery before your return trip.

The north coast of Scotland has many treasures for curious travelers to discover, but it can be tough to know how to explore the region on your own. Instead of figuring out how to make the best use of your time, on this 8-day tour, visit a curated selection of destinations, including the Isle of Skye and the Orkney Isles.

Get more out of limited time in Scotland with this small-group west coast adventure to check off the isles of Mull, Iona, and Staffa. Along the way, a guide makes sure you don’t miss photo-worthy stops—including Loch Lomond, the colorful houses of Tobermory, and the seaside town of Oban. Enjoy included breakfasts and a wildlife-spotting boat tour to see dolphins, puffins, seals, and whales.

Discover the best of St Andrews and the East Neuk of Fife on a private day tour designed around comfort, flexibility and a relaxed pace. Travel from Edinburgh in your own private vehicle and explore the world-famous Old Course, historic St Andrews Cathedral and Castle before continuing along the beautiful Fife coastline to the traditional fishing villages of Crail and Anstruther. Unlike a large group tour, you can enjoy each stop at your own pace, with time for photographs, coastal views and a relaxing lunch break. Your local English-speaking driver can recommend places to visit and a scenic café along the way. With door-to-door pickup from your Edinburgh accommodation and an itinerary that can be adjusted within the tour duration, this is a personal and comfortable way to experience St Andrews and the East Neuk.

This 4-day tour stands out for packing an extraordinary breadth of Scotland's icons into one trip — from the fairy-tale Glenfinnan Viaduct and the otherworldly landscapes of Skye (Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, Quiraing and the Fairy Pools) to the history-steeped grounds of Stirling Castle, Bannockburn and the Wallace Monument. Few tours cover such a diverse mix of dramatic scenery, folklore, whisky culture and pivotal Scottish history in a single itinerary. It's also elevated by the overnight stay at Broomhall Castle, a genuine 19th-century Scots Baronial mansion, giving guests a taste of castle life rather than a standard hotel stay. Combined with a two-night base on Skye for unhurried exploration and a knowledgeable guide weaving in local folklore throughout, the tour balances must-see landmarks with a sense of place and story that makes the journey feel immersive rather than rushed.