Highlights of Scotland Private Day Excursion

Experience the Highlights of Scotland on your own Private Day Tour, Covering the best Scottish Sights and Experiences.

• Visit the Scottish Highlands, Lochs & Castles a Whisky Distillery and Highland Cows.
• Your Scottish Local will tell stories as they transport you between locations.
• This Tour is excellent for first-time and returning visitors wanting to get off the beaten track.
• Customise this Highlights of Scotland Tour to your personal needs and interests.
• Luxury Door-to-Door service from any Edinburgh location and Cruise Terminals is included.

The Kelpies

Heading West from Edinburgh towards the The Trossachs National Park we will pass The Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures.

Two gigantic, gliniting horse heads rising to the sky. Monuments in tribute to the horse power heritage of industrial Scotland.

The Kelpies | Please Click Here

• Mobility: Easy

Stirling Castle

Stirling Castle is one of Scotland’s most historically important sites and was once a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations at the castle.

Knights, nobles and foreign ambassadors once flocked to Stirling Castle to revel in its grandeur with its superb sculptures and beautiful gardens.

It was a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations from christenings to coronations.

You can meet the costumed characters in the roles of bodyguards, court officials, maids of honour and servants who will welcome you into 16th century life.

Families can have fun in the palace vaults where children can try out activities such as dressing in period costume and playing medieval instruments.

Don’t miss a guided tour with knowledgeable staff who will bring the castle’s infamous characters and history to life in great detail.

Other highlights include the Great Hall, Chapel Royal, Castle Exhibition, Regimental Museum, Great Kitchens, Tapestry Studio and the nearby Argyll’s Lodging, a 17th century town house.

Stirling Castle | Please Click Here

• Mobility: Easy

Loch Lubnaig | Explore

Loch Lubnaig is a stunning located stretch of freshwater nestling between two striking mountains, Ben Ledi and Benvane to the south-west and Ben Vorlich to the north-east.

A bird’s eye view of the loch, reveals how it came by its name, for Lùbnaig means crooked in Gaelic.

Stop for some photos of this beautiful Scottish Loch and take a walk along its banks, there is plenty of nature around you so make sure you bring your camera.

Mobility: Easy

Meet our Highland Coos (Cow)

No visit to Scotland is complete without a stop and Photos with our famous “Highland Coos”

Located next to the Trossachs Woollen Mill you will have the opportunity to meet some coos and feed them, freshly made goodie bags are available in the store for purchase.

A great stop for some photos with these incredible Scottish animals, a memory to remember for sure.

Highland Coos | Please Click Here

• Mobility: Easy

Callander

A bustling tourist town situated on the River Teith, west of Stirling, and gives visitors a taste of the Highlands.

It is set dramatically beneath high, wooded crags, and gained fame as the location for the original Doctor Findlay’s Casebook television series.

Callander | Please Click Here

• Mobility: Easy

Lunch Stop | Local Scottish Pub

A journey through Scotland is as much about the food and drink as it is the scenery, your private tour is tailored to include the very best of Scotland’s vibrant culinary scene.

Whether you’re looking for the rustic charm of a historic highland pub complete with roaring log fires and local cask ales.

A refined elegance of a contemporary bistro serving award-winning Scottish fusion, we help you find the perfect spot.

Our tours offer a seat at every table:

Traditional Country Inns: Enjoy hearty, authentic dishes like Haggis, Neeps, and Tatties in a cosy, time-honored setting.

Fresh Seafood Eateries: Taste the catch of the day at world-renowned restaurants overlooking our rugged coastlines and serene lochs.

Modern Dining: Experience the innovation of Scotland’s top chefs using the finest local produce, from Aberdeen Angus beef to hand-dived scallops.

Vibrant Whisky Bars: Relax after a day of exploring with a dram from an extensive collection of rare and regional malts.

• Mobility: Easy

Deanston Whisky Distillery

Located on the banks of the River Teith and started life back in 1785 as a cotton mill until 1966 where it transformed into today’s distillery.

The only distillery in Scotland to be self-sufficient in electricity with its power coming from the River Teith.

Tours are run hourly, there are many to choose from. Please use the link below to browse, and book your tour. Advanced Booking is required.

Deanston Distillery | Please Click Here

• Mobility: Medium

Forth Bridges

Our final stop is at the World-Famous UNESCO-listed Forth Bridge, recognisable all over the world.

It has distinct sections stretching across the Firth of Forth made from red steel and millions of rivets.

Over 100 meters tall and 2,529 meters long, around 200 trains cross every day, you stop in South Queens Ferry and allow you time to experience the awesome sight of the Forth Bridge.

Forth Bridges | Please Click Here

• Mobility: Easy

Your Private Day Tour is planned to cover the Gems and Highlights of Scotland, with no waiting for other passengers.

With so many places to visit our day tour allows you to sit back and relax in luxury taking in the stunning scenery.

Just remember this is Your Day Your Way!

• The itinerary will be confirmed on booking, the order will change depending on seasonal schedules.

• Total Tour Cost £900.00 Inc TAX

Highlights of Scotland Private Day Tour Attractions

Why choose Aura Journeys?

Private Scottish Day Tours & Shore Excursions from Edinburgh

Years of experience providing Private Day Tours and Shore Excursions in Scotland from Edinburgh.

We pride ourselves on the High Quality service given to every client and traveller, from first contact to Journeys end.

Local Scottish Drivers provided with every Journey, Tour and Shore Excursion.

Drivers have completed the Aura Journeys driver training program which has continual reviews and assessments.

Vehicles all offer complimentary Wi-Fi and Bottled water along with being valeted prior to your journey.

Our Tour and Shore Excursions are available to all visitors to who require a reliable professional service in Edinburgh.