Bothwell Castle, South Lanarkshire

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.

Midhope Castle (Lallybroch) framed by trees
Midhope Castle (Lallybroch) framed by trees
OUTLANDER DAY TOUR

Walk in the footsteps of Claire & Jamie

James V palace at Stirling Castle
James V palace at Stirling Castle
two large metal horses standing next to each other
two large metal horses standing next to each other
STIRLING CASTLE & THE TROSSACHS

History, scenery and hairy Highland Cows

THE FALKIRK WHEEL & KELPIES

Experience Scottish engineering at its finest

Inveraray Castle and gardens
Inveraray Castle and gardens
Three sisters of Glencoe
Three sisters of Glencoe
a large building sitting on top of a lush green field
a large building sitting on top of a lush green field
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.

The Wallace Monument behind the autumn trees
The Wallace Monument behind the autumn trees
STIRLING CASTLE, WALLACE MONUMENT & BANNOCKBURN

A day of history, battles and freedom fighters.

Glengoyne Whisky Distillery
Glengoyne Whisky Distillery
GLASGOW WHISKY DISTILLERY TOUR

Sample Scotland's most famous export.

Bothwell Castle, South Lanarkshire
Bothwell Castle, South Lanarkshire
LANARKSHIRE HERITAGE TOUR

New Lanark, Falls of Clyde, Douglas & Bothwell

SCONE PALACE & THE STONE OF DESTINY
Scone Palace
Scone Palace

Uncover Scotland's Royal Past

Ruins of St Andrews Cathedral
Ruins of St Andrews Cathedral
ST ANDREWS & THE FIFE COAST

The home of golf, Scotland's best fish & chips and stunning coastal views

ISLE OF MAY PUFFIN TOUR
Two puffins on a Cliff
Two puffins on a Cliff

Visit one of Scotland’s best seabird breeding sites

Artwork from Scottish Witch Trial Museum in Fife
Artwork from Scottish Witch Trial Museum in Fife

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

FIFE WITCHES & FOLKLORE