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Private Tour of the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

4.9 · 439 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Edinburgh Operated by E2G Travel Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
9h
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
Hindi, PA, German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, UR, Spanish
Start & pickup
10 start times between 10:00 and 10:09 · Hotel pickup from 182 pickup points
Tickets
Admission not included, pay on site
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Explore Scottish lochs and castles and visit Highland Cows on a private tour for your party.

A guide, transport, snacks, water and pickup in or around Edinburgh City Centre are included; Inveraray Castle entry is extra. Priced per group, with 4.93 from 439 reviews at €885 per group/vehicle for 9h.

In our comparison: #6 of 89 in Day Trips from Edinburgh, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

10 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices: per adult for a party of two, or per group where marked. Click an option to book it on Viator.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom
Up to 4 passengersThe page priceUR, Hindi, PA, EnglishSedan/SUV Pickup included€885per group
Up to 6 passengersUR, Hindi, PA, EnglishMinivan Pickup included€992per group
Tour in FrenchFrenchSedan/SUV Tour in French Pickup included€992per group
Up to 7 passengersUR, Hindi, PA, EnglishMedium People Carrier Pickup included€1028per group
Up to 8 passengersUR, Hindi, PA, EnglishPeople Carrier Pickup included€1070per group

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Experienced guide
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Gratuities
  • Inveraray Castle admission

Reviews

4.9
439 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 430 of 439

Star breakdown of all 439 ratings

5 stars
422 · 96%
4 stars
8 · 2%
3 stars
5 · 1%
2 stars
3 · 1%
1 star
1 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise knowledgeable guides and flexible itineraries; the main caveat is the amount of driving between sights.

Praised

  • Flexible routes and stops tailored to personal interests and pace
  • Engaging explanations of Scottish history, castles and local stories
  • Highland scenery and opportunities to meet and feed Highland cows
  • Clean, comfortable vehicles stocked with snacks and drinks
  • Thoughtful support for children and travellers with mobility needs

Complaints

  • Extensive driving between sightseeing stops

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (18 April 2026 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
10 start times between 10:00 and 10:09 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 182 pickup points (182 pickup points listed by the operator, 181 of them hotels)
Operator
E2G Travel; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

This is an exclusive private tour departing from a pick-up point of your choice in and around Edinburgh City Centre, exploring some of Scotland's greatest Lochs, Castles and a visit to see the adorable Highland Cows. Pick-up is at 10am or other time as requested.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Age rule Specialized infant seats are available

The booking form will also ask for: arrival flight or ship details

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #6 of 89€885 per group9h4.93 (439)private
Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish€7812h4.98 (405)shared
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William€5412h4.93 (6417)shared
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands€5412h 30m4.92 (6699)shared

Ranked #6 of 89 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €944, median €78; typical length 10h. 26 of 89 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 89 Day Trips from Edinburgh

From €885 per group · Up to 4 passengers