Overview
The Best of Scotland Private Guided Tour is literally that.
We visit the best Castles and Palaces, meet Highland Cows, drink the best whisky, see the most beautiful scenery, hunt for monsters on the best boat cruise, taste superb local food, visit the best Scottish shop, visit movie locations and hopefully see lots of wildlife.
This private tour (for your group only) is unique opportunity to discover Scotland whilst being expertly curated by your driver/guide.
The itinerary/locations can be changed to suit and please let us know your preferences and we will be happy to create your own tour.
We pick you up from the airport or hotel and then will take you on a true coast to coast experience and will have everything booked in advance.
Some attractions are subject to seasonal opening.
Highlights include:
St Andrews
Glamis Castle
Dunnottar Castle
Highland Cows
Balmoral Castle
Inverness
Loch Ness
Culloden
Eilean Donan Castle
Isle of Skye
Glenfinnan
Blair Castle
Scone Palace
Whisky
What's Included
- Loch Ness Boat Cruise
- Ferry Crossing
- Some castles are free to see from outside but charge for internal tours. See exclusions.
- Door to door pick up and drop off
- Tour and lunch at Highland Cow Farm
- Balmoral Castle entrance fee
- Private Tour for your group only
- Transport in Minivan with Guide
- Meals other than stated
- Crathes Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- Any drinks/snacks not on itinerary.
- Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at gate if you wish to go inside.No pre booking.
- Scone Palace - Pay at gate to enter grounds and interior. No pre booking.
- Blair Castle - Pay at gate to enter grounds and interior. No pre booking.
- Glamis Castle - Pay at gate to enter grounds and interior. No pre booking.
- Eilean Donan Castle-Free to see from outside. Pay at gate if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- Accommodation - Please book or ask us about our accommodation booking service.
Meeting and Pickup
We will pick you up from your Edinburgh hotel, accommodation, train station, airport or cruise liner. The location may adjust the tour route.
What To Expect
Edinburgh to Aberdeen via St Andrews, Glamis Castle and Dunnottar Castle.
4 Stops
Aberdeen to Inverness via Crathes Castle, Highland Cow Farm, Balmoral Castle and The Cairngorms.
4 Stops
Inverness to Skye via Culloden, Loch Ness and Eilean Donan Castle.
5 Stops
Explore the Isle of Skye (Fairy Pools, Whisky Distillery, Old Man of Storr)
4 Stops
Skye to Pitlochry via Glenfinnan, The House of Bruar and Blair Castle.
5 Stops
Pitlochry to Edinburgh via Scone Palace
2 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 6 Day Best of Scotland Private Guided Tour From Edinburgh?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
Filter by:
- Loch Ness Boat Cruise.
- Ferry Crossing.
- Some castles are free to see from outside but charge for internal tours. See exclusions.
- Door to door pick up and drop off.
- Tour and lunch at Highland Cow Farm.
- Balmoral Castle entrance fee.
- Private Tour for your group only.
- Transport in Minivan with Guide.
- Meals other than stated.
- Crathes Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- Any drinks/snacks not on itinerary.
- Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at gate if you wish to go inside.No pre booking.
- Scone Palace - Pay at gate to enter grounds and interior. No pre booking.
- Blair Castle - Pay at gate to enter grounds and interior. No pre booking.
- Glamis Castle - Pay at gate to enter grounds and interior. No pre booking.
- Eilean Donan Castle-Free to see from outside. Pay at gate if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- Accommodation - Please book or ask us about our accommodation booking service.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 6 Day Best of Scotland Private Guided Tour From Edinburgh is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 6 Day Best of Scotland Private Guided Tour From Edinburgh will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Loch Ness Boat Cruise
- Ferry Crossing
- Some castles are free to see from outside but charge for internal tours. See exclusions.
- Door to door pick up and drop off
- Tour and lunch at Highland Cow Farm
- Balmoral Castle entrance fee
- Private Tour for your group only
- Transport in Minivan with Guide
- Meals other than stated
- Crathes Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- Any drinks/snacks not on itinerary.
- Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at gate if you wish to go inside.No pre booking.
- Scone Palace - Pay at gate to enter grounds and interior. No pre booking.
- Blair Castle - Pay at gate to enter grounds and interior. No pre booking.
- Glamis Castle - Pay at gate to enter grounds and interior. No pre booking.
- Eilean Donan Castle-Free to see from outside. Pay at gate if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- Accommodation - Please book or ask us about our accommodation booking service.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
