Highlights
Our comprehensive private guided Edinburgh tour is a fantastic way to explore the big sights and hidden gems of the Scottish Capital City on a full day private tour.
Your friendly and knowledgeable driver guide will show you around Edinburgh's many sights onboard your private Mercedes Minivan. Hear the stories that make Edinburgh famous and learn about the cities often gruesome past. We'll venture through the historic old town, Royal Mile, Georgian new town and explore local areas full of history outside the city centre. We'll visit the impressive Forth Bridges and view the grandeur of Hopetoun House.We will tell you the stories and history that make each attraction come to life!
Our vehicles are the perfect size to squeeze down the city's narrow streets and see the 'off the tourist trail' sights whilst still being spacious.
You can customise the itinerary to your interests and your knowledgable guide will ensure you get the most from your day.
About This Deal
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh EH1 Scotland
A comprehensive tour of the medieval old city and Edinburgh’s dark history, learn about the effect of the Black Death, great fire and city developments that lead the world.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 2PB Scotland
The Royal Mile that runs for a Scottish mile (around 1.1 statute miles / 1.8 kilometres) through the heart of the old town from the Castle to the Palace.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: New Town, Edinburgh Scotland
A large scale development built in Georgian times in part to relieve the hugely over-populated city and in part to provide an enlightened new city.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX Scotland
The official residence of the British Monarchy in Scotland. The impressive entrance courtyard and Palace dominate the scene including the Queens Gallery next door.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: The Scottish Parliament, Horse Wynd / Canongate, Royal MIle, Edinburgh EH99 1SP Scotland
The modernist Scottish Parliament is home to the devolved national government. Immediately adjacent the Palace, the architectural juxtaposition is stark!
Stop At: Arthur's Seat, Queen's Drive Holyrood Park, Edinburgh EH8 8HG Scotland
The extinct volcano that can be seen from all corners of the city. If open, we will drive round Queens Drive which offers fantastic views beyond Edinburgh.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Duddingston Kirk, Old Church Lane Duddingston Village, Edinburgh EH15 3PX Scotland
Once a separate village behind Arthur’s seat, Duddingston Village and the Sheep Heid Inn have an interesting history. Learn about the ‘Sheepie’s’ famous clientele.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Calton Hill, St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road, Edinburgh EH1 3DG Scotland
From the top of Calton Hill see the world-famous view over Princes Street and Castle. Calton Hill boasts some quirky and interesting architecture including the unfinished National Monument of Scotland.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Leith, Edinburgh EH6 Scotland
Technically a separate town, the extensive docks around Leith and Shore are intertwined with cobbled lanes, tramways and bond buildings.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Royal Yacht Britannia, Ocean Drive Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ Scotland
Leith is home to The Royal Yacht Britannia, a floating museum to the monarchy. Depending on your preferences, we can take a tour onboard.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: South Queensferry, Edinburgh Scotland
Venturing out of the city we arrive at South Queensferry, a quaint town on the banks of the River. Marvel at the Victorian Forth Rail Bridge and the recent Queensferry Crossing road bridge.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: 21 Grassmarket Old Town, Edinburgh EH1 2HS Scotland
Explore the sinister past as the hanging place for Edinburgh’s criminals. There are many famous stories about executions that your guide will recite.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Edinburgh Castle, Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG Scotland
The old city is dominated by Castle hill. Venturing inside the castle, we learn why it is so important in Edinburgh’s, Scotland’s and Britain’s history. Explore the Royal Chambers, Great Hall and St Margaret's Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh.
A tour of the castle can be included in the tour as per your preferences.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Dean Village, Dean Path, Edinburgh EH8 8BH Scotland
We venture to this sleepy hidden neighbourhood underneath Dean Bridge. Take in the surroundings and cross the bridge over the Water of Leith
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Experienced Tours is 'Good To Go' and has passed the government Covid-19 assessment. We are now able to resume our private tours of Scotland. A private tour is the best way to travel whilst practicing social distancing without other passengers being in the vehicle.
- Kilt-wearing professional local guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by private air-conditioned minivan
- Bottled water for each guest
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Private transportation
Exclusions
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- Entry/Admission - Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Entry/Admission - Royal Yacht Britannia
- Entry/Admission - Edinburgh Castle
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We are available to collect and return you to any Edinburgh hotel or accommodation.
Airports
- Turnhouse Airport, Edinburgh EH12 9DN Scotland
Ports
- Leith
- Newhaven
- South Queensferry
Departure Time
9:00 AM
Duration
8 hours
Voucher Info
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