Edinburgh Private Guided City Minivan Tour

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 half-day minivan tour. Taking a bespoke tour allows you to tailor your time Edinburgh to your exacting interests and requirements.
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 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.

What's included:

• Professional local guide
• Bottled water for each guest
• Transport by private air-conditioned minivan
• Live commentary on board

Not included:

• All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

Edinburgh Old Town

Edinburgh, EH1

Explore 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.

1 hour, 30 minutes

Royal Mile

High St., , Edinburgh, EH1 2PB

The Royal Mile that runs for a 'Scottish mile' (around 1.1 miles / 1.8 kilometres) through the heart of the old town from the Castle to the Palace. We will explore much of the mile, its Closes and history.

20 minutes

Edinburgh Castle

Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG

The old city is dominated by Castle hill. Whilst we don’t venture inside on the discovery tour, you will get an appreciation for its importance in Edinburgh, Scottish and British history. Entry to the castle is not included.

Pass by without stopping

Grassmarket

21 Grassmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS

The Grassmarket has a sinister past as the hanging place for Edinburgh’s criminals. There are many famous stories about executions that your guide will recite.

20 minutes

Calton Hill

St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road, , Edinburgh, EH1 3DG

From the top of Calton Hill see the world-famous view over Princes Street and Castle. Calton Hill boasts some quirky and interesting architecture.

20 minutes

Arthur's Seat

Edinburgh, EH15 3PY

The long-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.

20 minutes

Greyfriars Bobby

Edinburgh, EH1 2QE

We stop to learn the story of Edinburgh's most famous four-legged resident, Bobby.

5 minutes

Greyfriars

26A Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh, EH1 2QQ

We visit the famous Greyfriar's Kirkyard to understand its connection to Edinburgh History, Bobby and Mortsafes.

20 minutes

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8DX

The official residence of the British Monarchy in Scotland. The impressive entrance courtyard and Palace dominate the scene including the Queens Gallery next door. Entry to the Palace is not included.

Pass by without stopping

The Scottish Parliament

Edinburgh, EH99 1SP

The modernist Scottish Parliament is home to the devolved national government. Immediately adjacent the Palace, the architectural juxtaposition is stark!

Pass by without stopping

Royal Yacht Britannia

Ocean Drive, Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh, EH6 6JJ

Leith is the home to The Royal Yacht Britannia, a floating museum to the monarchy that is now permanently moored in Leith. We do not visit Britannia on this tour.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Leith

, , Edinburgh, EH6

We visit the vibrant area of Leith, technically a separate town and the docklands of Edinburgh

20 minutes