Private Day Tours of Scotland from Edinburgh & Glasgow
Explore castles, lochs, Highlands and hidden gems with a friendly local guide on one of our private, flexible day trips tailored to your interests and pace.


OUTLANDER DAY TOUR
Walk in the footsteps of Claire & Jamie
STIRLING CASTLE & THE TROSSACHS
History, scenery and hairy Highland Cows
THE FALKIRK WHEEL & KELPIES
Experience Scottish engineering at its finest
INVERARAY CASTLE & LOCH FYNE
Visit the fairytale Castle and historic seat of Clan Campbell
GLENCOE & THE HIGHLANDS
Experience some of Scotland's most breathtaking scenery.
CULZEAN CASTLE & BURNS COUNTRY
A day of history, scenery and poetry.
Scotland packs an outrageous amount into a small country: ancient castles, dramatic glens, lochs that look photoshopped, and towns steeped in stories. A private day tour of Scotland is one of the easiest ways to experience all of that without the stress of planning routes, watching the clock, or figuring out whether that single-track road is a road… or a dare.
With our private day tours, you can simply relax and enjoy the journey. You’ll travel in comfort with your own dedicated guide, following a well-paced itinerary that’s built around you, your interests, your energy levels, and what you actually want to see. Choose from one of our carefully planned routes (perfect if you want a brilliant day without overthinking it), or get in touch and we’ll tailor a day to your wish list, whether that’s castles and Scottish history, Highland scenery, whisky tasting, Outlander locations, or a mix of famous highlights and quieter local gems.
These tours are ideal if you’re short on time, based in Edinburgh or Glasgow, visiting Scotland on a tight schedule, or simply want a day that feels effortless from start to finish.
Below, you’ll find some of our most popular private day tours in Scotland, all designed to make the most of your time, with great stories, stunning scenery, and none of the “follow the flag” chaos.
STIRLING CASTLE, WALLACE MONUMENT & BANNOCKBURN
A day of history, battles and freedom fighters.
GLASGOW WHISKY DISTILLERY TOUR
Sample Scotland's most famous export.
LANARKSHIRE HERITAGE TOUR
New Lanark, Falls of Clyde, Douglas & Bothwell
SCONE PALACE & THE STONE OF DESTINY


Uncover Scotland's Royal Past
ST ANDREWS & THE FIFE COAST
The home of golf, Scotland's best fish & chips and stunning coastal views
ISLE OF MAY PUFFIN TOUR
Visit one of Scotland’s best seabird breeding sites


Witch Trials, Standing Stones, Dunino Den & Anstruther Fish & Chips
