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Private Edinburgh driving tour

Edinburgh, GB
100% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (4 reviews)
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Free Cancellation up to before the experience starts (local time)

    Highlights

    • Comfortable private transportation
    • Flexible itinerary with plenty of stops
    • Local guide with insider knowledge
    • Opportunity to see iconic Edinburgh views
    • Learn about the history and culture of Edinburgh
    • Duration 7 hours
    • Private transportation included
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Bottled water provided
    • Local guide included
    • Suitable for all fitness levels

    Experience the best of Edinburgh with a private driving tour that allows you to explore at your own pace. With a knowledgeable local guide, you will see all the main sights of the city while also discovering hidden local spots. Learn about the history and culture of Scotland's capital as you visit iconic landmarks such as St Giles' Cathedral, the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Marvel at the stunning views of the castle from different locations and take the opportunity to visit inside if you wish. For Da Vinci code enthusiasts, a visit to Rosslyn Chapel is a must. Stop at charming locations like Circus Lane and Dean Village, and enjoy a leisurely lunch in the vibrant neighborhood of Leith. This comprehensive driving tour guarantees that you will see more and learn more than most tourists do in days of walking. Book now and make the most of your time in Edinburgh.

    At a Glance

    • Free cancellation
    • 7 hours
    • Available in English
    • Mobile voucher
    • Private Tour
    • Guided
    • Family friendly

    Featured Reviews

    Excellent (4 reviews)
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    Charles_O
    Jul 24
    We had an absolute blast while getting a comprehensive yet entertaining tour of Edinburgh and surrounding areas with Scott, whom we recommend in the highest regard! We were very satisfied with the day, which just flew by, seeing many sites but being ery informed of these and associated histories. All of the major highlights of Edinburgh and surroundings are included in this incredible experience.
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    T7145UZtims
    Jun 23
    We took a tour of Edinburgh Scotland with Mr. Gary Ross, I must say Gary Ross was fantastic, professional, everything you want in a tour guide, if you’re going to go to Edinburgh, Scotland, Make sure you ask for Gary Ross with Iconic tours. Thank you Gary, Tim & Susan Spellman
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    P145WWpatrickc
    May 23
    The highlight of our 14 day trip to the UK was the two tours we with Iconic Tours. We did a 1/2 day walking tour of Edinburgh and a full day driving tour of the Highlands. Gary was our guide for both and we had a great time with lots of laughs both days. His knowledge of Scottish history is impressive and his ability to quote lines from Monty Python and the Holy Grail kept us laughing. Thanks to Iconic Tours for helping make our trip fantastic! Booking the tours was easy and Will made sure they were customized to our interest. The communication from Will was great. Highly recommend!!!!
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    Jacqueline_S
    Sep 19
    We were in Edinburgh last week for one day on a British Isles Cruise. We had prearranged for a private driving tour for the 6 people in our party prior to leaving. We were notified via email that our driver/guide Chris of Monarch Tours Viator Tour operated through local Monarch Tours) would be at the end of the pier just as we docked. A few days before arrival we again received this email assurance. Chris could not have been nicer, more professional, or friendly. He was extremely knowledgeable and took the time to hear about any points of interest we'd like knitted into his ideas for a day in Edinburgh. He took us to all the highlights that he felt we should see with commentary and explanations all along the way, answered questions in detail. One in our party wanted to find a St. Andrews golf shirt and Chris took the time to research this while we were in Edinburgh Castle with a castle dedicated guide. He went out of his way to accommodate our needs, was always very detailed about where he'd meet us if we were in a place that he did not come in to with us. We were looking to have lunch in a typical put and he took us to one that was excellent and reasonable -- no tourist trap. He joined us and we thoroughly enjoyed his obvious enthusiasm for his country. He explained typical Scottish foods and we tried haggis there........ which he also explained just how it is made and how to enjoy it. I could more about this excursion -- I would definitely book this rather than take a shore excursion through the ship with 40 people on a bus........ and for more money per person. This was so personal, it was just perfect.
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    Private Edinburgh driving tour

    Discover Edinburgh's highlights on a private 7-hour driving tour with a local guide, enjoying comfort and flexibility at every stop.

    Included

    • inclusion
      Private transportation
    • inclusion
      Bottled water
    • inclusion
      Air-conditioned vehicle

    Excluded

    • exclusion
      Lunch
    • exclusion
      Coffee and/or tea
    • exclusion
      Alcoholic beverages

    Pickup

    Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)

    Pickup Location
    100 Princes Street Edinburgh
    24 Royal Terrace
    A Haven Townhouse
    Angel’s Share Hotel, Bar & Restaurant
    Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
    Apex Grassmarket Hotel
    Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
    Ballantrae Hotel
    Black Ivy
    Bonjour Residences
    Braid Hills Hotel
    BrewDog Doghouse Edinburgh
    Britannia Edinburgh Hotel
    Brooks Hotel Edinburgh
    Cairn Hotel Edinburgh
    Cheval Old Town Chambers
    Cheval The Edinburgh Grand
    City Centre Royal View Apartments
    Cityroomz Edinburgh
    Courtyard Edinburgh
    Destiny Student - Castle Studios
    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh City Centre
    Edinburgh City Centre (York Place/St James Quarter) Hotel
    Edinburgh Conference Centre
    Edinburgh Family Holiday Apartments
    Edinburgh Grosvenor Hotel
    Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
    Edinburgh Thistle Hotel
    Eliza House
    Fingal Hotel
    Fraser Suites Edinburgh
    Frederick House Hotel
    Grassmarket Hotel
    Grosvenor Gardens Hotel
    Halcyon Hotel
    Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh West End
    Hapimag Resort Edinburgh
    Haymarket Hub Hotel
    Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
    Holiday Inn Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - City West, an IHG hotel
    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG hotel
    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, an IHG hotel
    Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
    Holland House Hotel
    Holyrood Aparthotel
    Hotel Ceilidh-Donia
    Hotel Du Vin & Bistro
    Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street, an IHG Hotel
    Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
    House of Gods Hotel
    hub by Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre (Rose Street) hotel
    hub by Premier Inn Edinburgh Haymarket hotel
    hub by Premier Inn Edinburgh Royal Mile hotel
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    ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile - Hunter Square
    Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge
    ibis Styles Edinburgh St Andrew Square
    InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG hotel
    Kildonan Lodge Hotel
    Kimpton Charlotte Square
    KM Hotel And Apartments
    Le Monde Hotel Edinburgh
    Leith Apartments
    Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh City
    Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
    Lochend Serviced Apartments
    Malmaison Edinburgh
    Malmaison Edinburgh City
    Market Street Hotel
    Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket
    Motel One Edinburgh-Princes
    Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
    Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh By The Unlimited Collection
    Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge
    Murrayfield Hotel
    Nira Caledonia
    No. 11 Boutique Hotel
    Novotel Edinburgh Centre
    O.R. Residence and Hotel
    Ocean Mist Leith
    Parliament House Hotel
    Piries Hotel
    Playfair House Hotel
    Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
    Premier Inn Edinburgh Central (Lauriston Place) hotel
    Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre (Princes Street) hotel
    Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre (Waverley) hotel
    Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre Royal Mile Hotel
    Premier Inn Edinburgh East hotel
    Premier Inn Edinburgh Leith Waterfront hotel
    Premier Inn Waverley
    Prestonfield
    Rabble Rooms
    Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
    Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh
    Regent House Hotel
    Residence Inn Edinburgh
    Shandwick Hotel & Apartments
    Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
    Stay Central Hotel
    Stewart by Heeton Concept Aparthotel
    Ten Hill Place Hotel
    The Abbey Hotel
    The Balmoral Hotel
    The Bonham Hotel
    The Bruntsfield
    The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
    The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection
    The Howard, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member
    The Inn on the Mile
    The Inn Place
    The Lane Hotel
    The Northumberland Hotel
    The Old Waverley Hotel
    The Place Hotel
    The Raeburn
    The Roseate Edinburgh
    The Royal Circus Hotel
    The Royal Scots Club
    The Rutland
    The Salisbury Hotel
    The Scholar
    The Scotsman Hotel
    The Scott
    Tigerlily Hotel
    Travelodge Edinburgh Cameron Toll
    Travelodge Edinburgh Central
    Travelodge Edinburgh Central Princes Street
    Travelodge Edinburgh Central Queen Street
    Travelodge Edinburgh Central Rose Street
    Travelodge Edinburgh Central Waterloo Place
    Travelodge Edinburgh Haymarket
    Victoria Park House Hotel
    Village Hotel Edinburgh
    Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
    voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG hotel
    voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace, an IHG hotel
    Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
    YOTEL Edinburgh
    We will pick up from any hotel, BnB, Airbnb in the Edinburgh area.

    What to expect

    1

    St Giles' Cathedral

    Stop nearby St Giles to see this magnificent building and find out about the famous peoples from it's past.

    Duration 20 minutes
    Admission Admission Not Included
    2

    Advocate's Close

    We stop so you can get this Iconic view down to the New Town.

    Duration 5 minutes
    3

    Royal Mile

    We drove down the Royal Mile stopping to get some amazing views and explore a bit more.

    Duration 20 minutes
    4

    White Horse Close

    See this stunning little close tucked away off the Royal Mile.

    Duration 5 minutes
    5

    Edinburgh Castle

    We stop to give you some great views of the castle from different locations on this tour. If you want to visit inside the castle we can drop you off nearby and pick you up when you finish.

    Duration 15 minutes
    Admission Admission Not Included
    6

    Palace of Holyroodhouse

    We can stop to see Holyrood Palace, but if you want to visit inside we can drop you off and wait for you.

    Duration 30 minutes
    Admission Admission Not Included
    7

    Royal Yacht Britannia

    If you want to visit the Royal Yacht Britannia, we can take you there and wait as you explore on the self guided tour there.

    Duration 45 minutes
    Admission Admission Not Included
    8

    Rosslyn Chapel

    For any Da Vinci code or Knights Templar fans, we can take you to Rosslyn Chapel outside of Edinburgh. If you want to visit this will be your first stop of the day other than on Sundays when it would have to e after service.

    Duration 30 minutes
    Admission Admission Not Included
    9

    Greyfriars Kirk

    Stop to wander this amazing old graveyard and find out about it's rather fascinating past.

    Duration 20 minutes
    10

    Leith

    Stop for lunch where the locals eat in Leith, with eateries for every taste and some great local pubs there is something for everyone.

    Duration 60 minutes
    Admission Admission Not Included
    11

    Stockbridge

    Drive along stunning Circus Lane and explore this lovely local part of Edinburgh.

    Duration 15 minutes
    12

    Dean Village

    Step back in time to the 1600's with this amazingly well preserved part of Edinburgh. You won't believe you are in the Capital City of Scotland.

    Duration 20 minutes
    13

    Cramond Village

    Explore this lovely little village down by the coast if we have time.

    Duration 20 minutes

    The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

    Additional Information

    • Additional information
      Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Additional information
      Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Additional information
      Specialized infant seats are available
    • Additional information
      Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Additional information
      Vehicle and child seats are supplied. There will also be room for a folding wheelchair if required.
    Provided by Iconic Tours

    What our experts say

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      Try lunch at The Kitchin in Leith.
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      Visit Rosslyn Chapel for a unique experience.
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      Explore Dean Village for stunning views.
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      Bring a camera for great photo ops!
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      Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

    Why Book with Evendo?

    More About this Experience

    Introduction

    The Private Edinburgh driving tour is the perfect way to experience the best of what Edinburgh has to offer. This tour combines the luxury of private transportation with the freedom to explore at your own pace. With a local guide who knows Edinburgh inside out, you'll uncover the fascinating history and culture of Scotland's capital city. By the end of the day, you'll have seen and learned more than most tourists do in days of walking.

    What to expect?

    During this 420-minute tour, you can expect to visit the main sights of Edinburgh while also discovering hidden local spots. St Giles' Cathedral, with its magnificent architecture and historical significance, will be one of your stops. Capture the iconic view down to the New Town and explore the famous Royal Mile, where you can soak up the vibrant atmosphere. Get breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle from different locations and even have the option to visit inside. Don't miss the opportunity to see Holyrood Palace, the official residence of the monarch in Scotland.

    Who is this for?

    This tour is designed for anyone who wants to explore Edinburgh in a comfortable and personalized way. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a culture lover, or simply a curious traveler, this experience caters to all. Families, couples, and solo adventurers can all enjoy the flexibility and knowledge that a private tour provides. Embrace the opportunity to learn from a local guide who can tailor the experience to your interests and preferences.

    Why book this?

    The Private Edinburgh driving tour offers a unique and convenient way to see the city's highlights while immersing yourself in the local culture. Unlike traditional group tours, this private experience allows you to customize your itinerary, spending more time at the places that captivate you. With your guide's insider knowledge, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Edinburgh's history, traditions, and hidden gems. Forget the hassle of public transportation and crowded tourist buses – this tour provides a comfortable and exclusive journey through the captivating streets of Scotland's capital.

    Good to know

    Throughout the tour, your guide will share interesting facts and stories about the places you visit, enriching your experience. If you're a fan of the Da Vinci Code or the Knights Templar, you'll have the chance to visit Rosslyn Chapel, fueling your curiosity about its mysterious past. Explore the local village of Leith, a culinary hotspot with diverse eateries and charming pubs. Drive along the picturesque Circus Lane and step back in time as you wander through Dean Village, a remarkably preserved 17th-century neighborhood. Take a moment to explore the coastal village if time permits. Delve into the heart of Edinburgh while enjoying the convenience and personalized touch of a private driving tour.

    Reviews

    Previous travelers have shared their satisfaction with the Private Edinburgh driving tour, praising the extensive knowledge and friendly nature of the local guides. They appreciated the opportunity to delve deeper into the city's history and culture, feeling that they had truly experienced the best of Edinburgh. The flexibility to adapt the tour to personal preferences and interests was highly valued, making the overall experience exceptional. Travelers left with a newfound understanding and appreciation for Scotland's capital, and many expressed their desire to return for more exploration in the future.

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