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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
First we stop to admire the views over the Forth Bridges from South Queensferry before continuing to Linlithgow Palace with its rich and varied history.
Then we take the 'Royal Route' to Stirling Castle and explore the ancient royal seat of Scotland. Learn the varied history of the Stuart Royals and the great battles of the middle-ages that were fought nearby.
Travel on to the National Park and explore the idyllic Loch Lomond with its calm waters that make way to dramatic highland scenery. Visit the conservation village of Luss and hear the local stories from hundreds of years of tradition.
The private tour is conduced in our luxury Mercedes minivans that comfortably accommodate up to 6 passengers. Your passionate Driver-guide will bring the day to live with stories and living history and will personally escort you to all monuments and locations.
Each itinerary is entirely customisable so if there is something specific you would like to see along the route please let us know!
What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Kilt-wearing private guide
Lunch
Gratuities
What to expect
South Queensferry
10m
We stop here to take in the view of 'The Three Bridges', a stunning collection of road and railway bridges with a long and interesting history.
Linlithgow Palace
10m · Admission ticket not included
We visit this interesting ruined Palace and view it from the exterior. Linlithgow is the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and has a long and complex history that you will hear about from the historic peel.
The Kelpies & The Helix
Pass by
We will drive past the impressive Kelpies public art installation as we travel to and from Stirling. These impressive statues of Clydesdale horse heads tower 30 meters above the Canal basin as we drive along the Royal Route.
Stirling Castle
1h 15m · Admission ticket not included
We visit Stirling Castle at the top of Castle Hill. With breathtaking views across the carse of Stirling and a rich history. We will explore the entire castle including Great Hall and Royal Apartments on a walking tour of the castle with your guide.
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Pass by
We will drive through the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park which has beautiful scenery. This is a remove area of Scotland and often referred to as 'The Highlands in Miniature'. There are many photo opportunities along this route.
The David Stirling Memorial
15m
We stop to take in the views over The Trossachs area and learn about local man David Stirling and his huge contribution to World War 2.
Doune Castle
15m · Admission ticket not included
We will visit medieval Doune Castle, arguably Scotland's most famous caslte. Doune has been used in Monty Python, Game of Thrones and Outlander. It also has an interesting past and notable architecture.
Trossachs
Pass by
We drive through the picturesque Trossachs area, described as 'the highlands in miniature'. We also pass by Scotland's only Lake!
Balmaha
1h 30m
We stop at the picturesque loch-side village of Luss. We see the beautiful Loch Lomond and explore the coastline after lunch at a local historic tavern serving great Scottish food and beer.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We can collect and return you from any Edinburgh hotel or accommodation and Edinburgh cruise ports and airport.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.