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Cassandra_W, Oct 2026
Beautiful highlands with the best tour guide!
Our tour guide, Harry was very knowledgeable about the Highlands and did a great job sharing his knowledge throughout the tour. On our way back from the Highlands, we were running on schedule, but one of the travellers was worried about being late for a restaurant reservation. Since not everyone had access to a phone to make the call (only had data), Harry took the time to contact the restaurant himself to help her out. I really appreciated his thoughtfulness and willingness to go the extra mile.
The spots we stopped at were beautiful and the views were amazing. Although we made several stops, I wish we had more time to explore and enjoy each location. We only stayed in Glasgow for a couple days and wanted to explore as much as we could so this was perfect. If you're short on time in Glasgow and want to see the highlights of the Highlands, I would recommend this tour. If you prefer to spend more time at each stop and explore the area at a slower pace, I would suggest choosing a different tour.
Robin_R, Sep 2026
We had a great day trip...
We had a great day trip with Tony to Loch Lomond and Stirling Castle. Tony was a very fun and informative Guide with lots of information regarding the history and local stories of this area. We appreciated his detail on the stops and suggestions for must see spots and also food availability at each stop. Thanks Tony for a great day exploring Scotland !!
Connie_R, Sep 2026
Fantastic tour, beyond value for cost, excellent guide/driver.
What an excellent day this was. We experienced sunshine, rain, clouds…perfect Scottish weather. Because our timing was well maintained at each stop, we were able to make a few extra stops along the way to take extra photos in the Highlands. Our guide/driver Harry was exceptional. The added Scottish related onboard music in different legs of the tour was an added bonus. We appreciated his humour and his telling of the history of the areas we visiting . Along with his attention to our safety. Excellent job and we’re grateful we had such a great time and guide.
William_M, Sep 2026
Tour of Scotland
What a great day out loads of added information on Scotland driver Charlie was excellent couldn't do enough for you I think everyone on the bus was really happy would definitely recommend this tour for anyone either visiting or staying to try it you won't be disappointed
Grace_Y, Sep 2026
An excellent tour of the Glasgow murals.
David is an excellent tour guide. He not only showed us murals, he also explained the background of the work and the artists. We believe that he knows a lot more than he showed us! But with the time constraint, he can only show us about 8 murals and sculptures. I wish we could see more pieces in the Tour.
Maria_A, Sep 2026
Matt was amazing!!
Matt was our guide and he was absolutely wonderful! He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so many fascinating insights about the history, culture, and surrounding area. His genuine love and enthusiasm for Scotland made the entire experience even more memorable. He also kept us organized and on schedule without ever making the tour feel rushed. We learned so much, had a fantastic time, and couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend!
johnandsue_m, Sep 2026
John & Sue’s excellent adventure
Make sure you have comfortable shoes and socks. Our tour was a little wet and having a coat and umbrella were essential. Our guide Grace was lovely and patient with our constant questions. Her knowledge and passion of Glascow’s history was comprehensive and informative. I would recommend this tour as a great introduction to the city.
CYNTHIA_C, Aug 2026
Highlands in all its glory
First of all, the best part of the trip was our driver Jeff from Glasgow. He had a wealth of knowledge not just about our tour. He was great and he even made a quick stop so I could meet a Highland Cow.
The tour itself was a very long day but was so worth it. Driving through the Highlands was breathtaking with many stops along the way for photos. Loch Ness was a charming little place and we enjoyed our boat ride although we never met the illustrious Nessie. The drive back was just as good as the ride there!
Jana_L, Aug 2026
Great tour - we loved every minute!
This was our favorite excursion of the entire trip. Sandra was a fabulous guide - she gave us lots of information and she was friendly and fun. We got to see a lot of things in one day and did not feel rushed. This tour made me fall in love with Scotland.
Irene_S, Jul 2026
Absolutely loved this!!
I had an absolutely incredible trip, which ended up being the highlight of my trip to Scotland. I had been nervous about the tour, since I was travelling solo, but as soon as I met the guide all my nerves melted away. Caitlin was super kind, as were the seven others on the tour, and the small size of the tour made it feel like a personal group trip. And there were plenty of bathroom stops and places to get food throughout the day, which had been another of my worries. The drive was also very comfortable, and photo opportunities were plentiful.
The tour itself was incredible! The weather happened to be amazing that day, so we could see everything so clearly, and the highlands are just breathtaking. Caitlin was extremely knowledgeable and provided us with fascinating stories about the sights and played us a variety of Scottish music to set the scene. I actually ended up finding her playlists on Spotify afterwards. I didn't just see the highlands and learn more about them, I had an incredible day that left me wanting to return with my friends and share the experience with them.
I would highly recommend this tour! And if you happen to get Caitlin as a guide, consider yourself very lucky!! She is a very big part of why this tour was so great for me.
Caren_S, Jul 2026
Red bus tour with scones!
This was a lot of fun. The food was fabulous. The staff was friendly and courteous. We met nice people to talk to as well The rest stop turned out to be a very interesting museum worth browsing through as well. I recommend this tour if you love scones and sweets!
Irina_C, Jul 2026
Fantastic tour with Davy
We had one of the best experiences, partly because we got in the bus with a live guide who was really funny - Davy! He was hilarious to the point where no one wanted to get off the bus because we enjoyed it so much. The tour itself is really well structured and so much to see.
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Highlands landscapes, historic castles, and windswept islands are just a day trip away from Glasgow. In fact, the city makes an ideal starting point for exploring the Scottish countryside. These Glasgow day trips whisk you from city streets to regions of moors and lochs, and some feature stops to sample Scottish whisky from famed distilleries. Whether you're seeking the perfect hiking trail or following in the footsteps of Outlander, you'll have access to an informative guide and round-trip transportation from and to the city.
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