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Edinburgh Custom Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

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2 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Edinburgh’s winding streets and historic sites can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Discover the city with a local guide on a private walking tour.
This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you want to visit a museum, the itinerary can be adjusted to fit your interests—simply inform your guide beforehand. Ideal for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour uncovers hidden corners, local insights, and a richer understanding of Edinburgh’s heritage.

What's Included

  • Meet up at your accommodation (If located in the city)
  • Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
  • Walking tour
  • Drink or Food ( If you want to have a break during the tour )
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips ( Optional )
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Meeting and Pickup

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The local guide will pick you up at the hotel ( if located in Edinburgh ). Travelers can request the tour to start from any centrally located hotel. In case your hotel is outside the city center we will select a convenient meeting point in the city center.Tour may end at a different location from the departure point unless requested in advance of the tour.

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Explore Edinburgh alongside a local guide! Let him (or her) show you all there is to know about the city, the iconic places and the history but also some nice places to eat, go shopping and much more during this personalized and private visit. The itinerary will be designed by your local guide based on your preferences. Meet where you're staying to get familiar with the neighborhood, find out about the best places to eat, the easiest ways to get around, and the hidden gems you might have missed. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. Important: This itinerary is completely customizable according to your wishes.Important: This itinerary is completely customizable according to your wishes.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Edinburgh Custom Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Meet up at your accommodation (If located in the city)
  • Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
  • Walking tour
  • Private Tour
  • Customization of the tour
  • Drink or Food ( If you want to have a break during the tour )
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips ( Optional )
  • Local Transportation around the City

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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