Scotland · TOUR REVIEWS
A fortnight or a long weekend, the problem is the same: too much country, one itinerary. The 15 below are the days that earn their place, priced and timed, with the whole catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.
Review of Edinburgh’s World Famous Underground Ghost Tour, with Greyfriars Kirkyard, Old Town tales, vaults, prices, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“An informative walk that gives you a historical perspective on the creepier parts of the city's past.”
Explore Edinburgh’s underground vaults, hear dark Old Town tales, and decide if this atmospheric one-hour tour is worth $33.29.
“Not what we expected. Walking through tight places in the dark. The guide was well versed, but we were not impressed.”
Review of The Hairy Coo’s 12.5-hour Loch Ness and Highlands tour from Edinburgh, with Glencoe, Pitlochry, optional cruise, whisky and practical tips.
“Our driver and tour guide extraordinaire, Rod, gave our group a wonderful day. He was a great bus driver and told us about so many things in between our stops. We got to stop at some picture sights as well as the 2 hour stop at Loch Ness. Rod always had great food reccomendations and was incredibly knowledgeable about our whole route and stop locations. He even added a surprise for us on the trip back to Edingburgh that was the highlight of my trip to Edinburgh. I chose to do the Loch Ness boat ride and really enjoyed learning about the Loch and hoping to catch my own Nessie…”
Review of Rabbie’s Loch Ness and Highlands tour from Edinburgh, with Glencoe, a Loch Ness cruise, scenic stops, price, tips, and drawbacks.
“This was a great tour from Ediburgh. The ride was very comfortable, our tour guide was super friendly and informative, and funny too! Great way to see the Highlands in comfort with knowledgeable guides!”
Edinburgh Castle guided tour review covering entry, outdoor storytelling, royal sights, price, weather, timing, and practical tips.
“Absolutely wonderful tour - and the best we have been on since starting doing these around the world. Joe (our guide) was fantastic - knowledgeable, funny, engaging and managed our time wonderfully - highly recommend!”
See Edinburgh Castle with skip-the-line entry, lively history, Royal Mile views, and time to explore on your own after a 90-minute tour.
“What a fascinating tour of the castle! Our guide Steph is the best ever…she told us so much about Scottish history, and she made it alive with her story telling skills and passion about for her land and people.”
See Glencoe, Fort William, Glenfinnan Viaduct, and Pitlochry on a scenic 12-hour Highland tour from Edinburgh.
“Leon was a terrific driver and guide on this full day tour around the highlands. The timing at every stop was just right, and we even got to see the train pass by the viaduct. Overall a great day was had.”
Review of Edinburgh’s Chocolatarium, with tastings, chocolate-making, guide tips, pricing, timing, and advice on who will enjoy this sweet tour.
“You may think you know a lot about Chocolare ate but Meg will teach you more ! And the samples are great. A grand experience for all ages!”
Review of Edinburgh’s Harry Potter walking tour, with Old Town sights, Rowling-inspired stories, guide tips, pricing, route details, and practical advice.
“Bob was wonderful. very funny and the game we played was top. He was very patient and willing to answer our questions. I advise everyone to try it!”
Explore Edinburgh’s dark past on a two-hour evening walk through alleys, cemeteries, Calton Hill, murders, witch trials, and legends.
“Learnt a lot of interesting and fun things, was given a different perspective on places, cemetery at night was an experience I did not expect in this lifetime :) Our guide, Dave (from Australia) was excellent! Knowledgeable, fun, energetic!”
Review of Stewart Tours’ 12.5-hour trip from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands, with stops, costs, tips, and honest advice.
“Fantastic day out. Our driver/guide Brian was brilliant. Breathtaking views and great stories too. This is a must do trip”
Review of Celtic Park’s guided stadium tour in Glasgow, with tunnel access, dressing rooms, guide tips, price, timing, and booking advice.
“We had enjoyed it view Celtic tour and Wes brilliant time view and abt history etc next time would come back again”
Review of the 13-hour Scottish Highlands tour from Edinburgh, with Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Glencoe, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“A fantastic trip getting the opportunity to see the beautiful lands of Scotland. Jamie the tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly who made the experience even better.”
Review of Edinburgh’s Ghost Bus Tour, with spooky history, comedy, practical tips, price advice, and honest notes on seating and atmosphere.
“Very interesting, very good tour guide he was funny and great at his job. Quick activity but A must do”
Review of Edinburgh’s 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour, with route details, family value, audio commentary, timing, stops, and practical tips.
“We really enjoyed the sightseeing tour of the city of Edinburgh. It virtually covers all the points of city’s important landmarks.”
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