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title: Edinburgh Full-Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
lang: en
type: tour
city: Edinburgh
country: United Kingdom
price: 297
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.89
reviews: 88
duration_minutes: 480
languages: [en]
guidekin_pick: Full day city tour by minivan
rank_in_category: 41 of 55 (Private Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-01
data_updated: 2026-10-01
canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-full-day-guided-private-tour-in-a-premium-minivan/
---

# Edinburgh Full-Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

**Guidekin's take:** Explore Edinburgh's old town, Royal Mile and Georgian new town by minivan on a private tour for your party. A driver-guide, air-conditioned transport, WiFi and bottled water are included; attraction admission and lunch cost extra. 4.89 from 88 reviews at €297 per person for 8h.

## Overview

Our comprehensive private guided Edinburgh tour is a fantastic way to explore the big sights and hidden gems of the Scottish Capital City on a full day private tour.

Your friendly and knowledgeable driver guide will show you around Edinburgh's many sights onboard your private Mercedes Minivan. Hear the stories that make Edinburgh famous and learn about the cities often gruesome past. We'll venture through the historic old town, Royal Mile, Georgian new town and explore local areas full of history outside the city centre. We'll visit the impressive Forth Bridges. We will tell you the stories and history that make each attraction come to life!

Our vehicles are the perfect size to squeeze down the city's narrow streets and see the 'off the tourist trail' sights whilst still being spacious.

You can customise the itinerary to your interests and your knowledgable guide will ensure you get the most from your day.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 154 pickup points
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age 16+: Specialized infant seats are available
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

## Key facts

- Price: from €297 per person
- Duration: 8h
- Rating: 4.89/5 from 88 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews)
- Operator: Experienced Tours
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price

## What's included

- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Kilt-wearing professional local guide
- Bottled water for each guest
- Transport by private air-conditioned minivan
- Live commentary on board

## Not included

- Entrance fees to attractions and monuments
- Lunch

## Itinerary

1. **Edinburgh Old Town** (1h) - A comprehensive tour of the medieval old city and Edinburgh’s dark history, learn about the effect of the Black Death, great fire and city developments that lead the world.
2. **Royal Mile** (1h) - The Royal Mile that runs for a Scottish mile (around 1.1 statute miles / 1.8 kilometres) through the heart of the old town from the Castle to the Palace.
3. **New Town** (30m) - A large scale development built in Georgian times in part to relieve the hugely over-populated city and in part to provide an enlightened new city.
4. **Palace of Holyroodhouse** (15m) - The official residence of the British Monarchy in Scotland. The impressive entrance courtyard and Palace dominate the scene including the Queens Gallery next door.
5. **The Scottish Parliament** (pass by, no stop) - The modernist Scottish Parliament is home to the devolved national government. Immediately adjacent the Palace, the architectural juxtaposition is stark!
6. **Arthur's Seat** (15m) - The extinct volcano that can be seen from all corners of the city. If open, we will drive round Queens Drive which offers fantastic views beyond Edinburgh.
7. **Duddingston Kirk** (20m) - Once a separate village behind Arthur’s seat, Duddingston Village and the Sheep Heid Inn have an interesting history. Learn about the ‘Sheepie’s’ famous clientele.
8. **Calton Hill** (20m) - From the top of Calton Hill see the world-famous view over Princes Street and Castle. Calton Hill boasts some quirky and interesting architecture including the unfinished National Monument of Scotland.
9. **Leith** (30m) - Technically a separate town, the extensive docks around Leith and Shore are intertwined with cobbled lanes, tramways and bond buildings.
10. **Royal Yacht Britannia** (1h 30m) - Leith is home to The Royal Yacht Britannia, a floating museum to the monarchy. Depending on your preferences, we can take a tour onboard.
11. **South Queensferry** (30m) - Venturing out of the city we arrive at South Queensferry, a quaint town on the banks of the River. Marvel at the Victorian Forth Rail Bridge and the recent Queensferry Crossing road bridge.
12. **Grassmarket** (20m) - Explore the sinister past as the hanging place for Edinburgh’s criminals. There are many famous stories about executions that your guide will recite.
13. **Edinburgh Castle** (1h 30m) - The old city is dominated by Castle hill. Venturing inside the castle, we learn why it is so important in Edinburgh’s, Scotland’s and Britain’s history. Explore the Royal Chambers, Great Hall and St Margaret's Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh. A tour of the...
14. **Dean Village** (20m) - We venture to this sleepy hidden neighbourhood underneath Dean Bridge. Take in the surroundings and cross the bridge over the Water of Leith

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Pickup points listed by the operator: 154

## Good to know

- 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
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Children must be accompanied by an adult

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €594 | €297 |
| 4 | €656 | €164 |
| 6 | €654 | €109 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date.

## Compared with other Private Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #41 of 55** | €297 | 8h | 4.89 (88) | private |
| [The Potter Trail Private Tour](/uk/edinburgh/tours/the-potter-trail-private-tour/?format=md) | €95 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (2540) | private |
| [Luxury Private Tour of The Highlands Loch Ness from Edinburgh](/uk/edinburgh/tours/luxury-private-tour-of-the-highlands-loch-ness-from-edinburgh/?format=md) | €1302 per group | 10h | 5.0 (198) | private |
| [Private Old Edinburgh Tour - Walk in the footsteps of Royals and Rogues!](/uk/edinburgh/tours/private-old-edinburgh-tour-walk-in-the-footsteps-of-royals-and-rogues/?format=md) | €131 per group | 2h | 4.99 (242) | private |

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