Over 470 Reviews
Updated 09/10/2025
Updated 09/10/2025
We have many different day tours to choose from, with a door to door service from either your Cruise Ship or Hotel. We operate from all the following ports. Edinburgh (Leith, Newhaven, Rosyth & South Queensferry), Greenock & Dundee. Only £100 per day required to secure your booking with us. Within 24 hours of your enquiry and or deposit payment, we will assign a vehicle and driver to your tour.
We guarantee that you will return to the ship at least one hour prior to departure or one hour prior to the last ship tender.
We are a family of 5 with 3 boys, aged 10-14, who were looking to get a taste of the Highlands. Brian was great walking us through our options and ultimately recommending a great trip over 36 hours with an overnight stop in Oban. Our guide, Ross, was awesome. He was very flexible with our schedule and let us explore at our pace, sometimes fast and sometimes slow. He was great with the boys and led them to many great places to skip rocks and run around. We hit many beautiful, well-known places as well as many off-the-beaten-path spots. We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed our time with Ross!
Discover Scotland your way with our private day tours from Edinburgh, designed for convenience, comfort, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re staying in the city or arriving by sea, we’ve got you covered. We offer door-to-door pick-up and drop-off from all major Edinburgh locations, including Leith Port, Newhaven Port, South Queensferry Port, and any Edinburgh hotel.
Every tour includes the services of a knowledgeable local driver-guide, who brings Scotland’s stories to life with engaging commentary and personalised attention. You’ll travel in style in our modern, comfortable vehicles—perfect for relaxing while soaking up the views.
View a selection of tour ideas below – each one is fully customisable to suit your interests and schedule. Whether you’re drawn to historic castles, scenic landscapes, whisky distilleries, or charming towns, we’ll help craft your perfect day out.
Choose a private day tour from Edinburgh that fits your style, and enjoy a truly tailored Scottish adventure from start to finish.
Personal Tours of Scotland is owned and operated by Brian Collie. Transparency is important to us, and we want you to feel completely comfortable before booking your tour. You can find reviews from past travellers about Brian’s exceptional service on TripAdvisor.
If you’d like to connect with Brian directly, you can reach him via email at brian@personaltoursofscotland.com or follow him on Instagram. You can even schedule a Zoom call to ask any questions and get to know your guide before your journey begins!
Yes! All of our tours are fully chauffeured, whether you choose a multi-day journey or a single-day adventure. Our experienced tour guides know Scotland’s winding roads like the back of their hand, ensuring a smooth, safe, and enjoyable experience. We’ll pick you up from your hotel, airport, or any preferred location, and from that moment on, your personal chauffeur will be at your service for the entirety of the tour. Sit back, relax, and soak in Scotland’s breathtaking landscapes while we take care of the driving!
A tailored tour means there’s no fixed itinerary—you’re in control of your journey! Whether you have specific places in mind or need inspiration, we’ll craft a custom itinerary that perfectly suits your interests. From ancestry tours and historic castles to famous film locations, breathtaking scenery, and hidden gems, the possibilities are endless. Your tour can last for a single day or span multiple weeks—it’s entirely up to you. Let us design an unforgettable Scottish experience just for you!
We’ve created an entire page with transparency in mind. Please read our ‘what to expect‘ page so you can contact us with full confidence.
We’ve created an entire page with transparency in mind. Please read our ‘what to expect‘ page so you can contact us with full confidence.
Duration: Up to 9 Hours
Rosslyn Chapel visit
Scottish Borders tour
Melrose Abbey exploration
Whisky distillery experience
Scenic panoramic views
Historical insights shared
Duration: Up to 9 Hours
Edinburgh Old Town
Roman Village exploration
Dean Village walk
Harry Potter insight
Royal Mile stories
Burke and Hare tales
Duration: Up to 9 Hours
Forth Bridge marvel
St. Andrews golf visit
Crail village charm
Falkland Palace option
Queensferry scenic drive
Customizable tour experience
Duration: Up to 9 Hours
Stirling Castle visit
Wallace Monument view
Dukes Pass drive
Doune Castle stop
Whisky tasting class
Kelpies sculpture stop
Duration: Up to 9 Hours
Melrose Abbey visit
Alnwick Castle tour
Lindisfarne exploration
Scotts View panorama
WWII beach remnants
Flexible itinerary option
Duration: Up to 9 Hours
Lallybroch exterior visit
Blackness Castle tour
Linlithgow Palace exploration
Doune Castle stop
Culross village walk
Tailored tour flexibility