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Edinburgh Gin Tour with a Local Guide: Private & Custom

Love gin? Love history? Love it even more when they both coincide? Then come along with one of our local hosts and find out everything you wanted to know about gin and learn about its fascinating history and the dark side of its history too. On this experience join your local host, a self-proclaimed gin savant and sample examples of great gins from all around Edinburgh and beyond. You will visit a local independent gin distillery and bar and learn about the gin distilling process. Stroll through the gin triangle area in Edinburgh and learn about the history of distilling in the area going back hundreds of years. You will also learn about the different styles of gin and the botanicals that make them different, get to know your local host and enjoy their company as you stroll through the streets together and discover the variety of gin there is in the world and tailor your personal tastes to your perfect gin.
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Edinburgh Pub & History Tour with ScotBeer Tours

Explore the rich pub culture of Scotland with a unique walking tour of Edinburgh's historic Old Town, led by ScotBeer Tours. Sample a variety of local craft beers at charming historic pubs and modern craft beer bars, while learning about the fascinating history of beer in Edinburgh. Led by expert guides, this tour offers an authentic and immersive experience that is both informative and enjoyable. With small group sizes, you'll receive personalized attention from your local guide and a truly unique experience that you'll remember long after your visit to Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders

Learn about the alleys where the 17th century people lived in the city of Edinburgh, but especially how they died during the Black Death, and the doctors who tried to cure them with bird masks. Dicover about corpses, but about the black market of corpses from the 19th century and serial killers, William Burke and William Hare. We will visit Old Calton Cemetery and Canongate Kirkyard. We will also show you some nice views across Edinburgh whilst talking about a particularly dark chapter in the city’s history, the burning of witches and warlocks , and we will see if any of those who do this tour would have ended up on those bonfires. Learn more about Scotland’s mythical site and the Scottish faeries. All this mystery and mysticism that surrounds Edinburgh for decades attracts hundreds of tourists to the city wanting to know what happened in these centuries, are you going to miss it?
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Full-Day Audio Guided Tour in Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness

LAUNCH OFFER. BOOK WITH US FOR ONLY £45. We have 12 years of experience showing Scotland to travelers. Our passionate tour leaders have gathered their knowledge in one unique product, the AUDIOGUIDE. Travel with us to Loch Ness and the Highlands in a comfortable and affordable way without losing any detail. The tour "Loch Ness, Highlands, Glencoe and more in one day - AUDIOGUIDE", leaving from Edinburgh, experiences the most spectacular landscapes of the Scottish Highlands. Travel through the Trossachs National Park, Glencoe, Ben Nevis (the highest mountain in the United Kingdom), and reach Loch Ness in Fort Augustus, the place where the Caledonian canal ends. Be bold and embark on a cruise in Scotland’s best-known lake (Loch Ness), the home of the mythical monster Nessie. On the way back, a mandatory visit to a Victorian Village on the banks of the River Tay, Pitlochry, will make you travel to the past almost a couple of centuries.
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1-Day Castles, West Highlands and Loch Lomond Tour from Edinburgh

Travel northwest from Edinburgh for an unforgettable day of stunning mountains, lochs, and ancient Scottish castles. We will take you through historic Stirlingshire, once home to the ancient capital of Scotland, through the vast Trossachs National Park and ultimately, the West Highlands. Discover the picturesque villages of Inveraray and Luss, visit Kilchurn Castle on the glassy shores of Loch Awe, and enjoy gorgeous views of the Scottish Highlands throughout.
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St Andrews Town & Castle, Nature Walk & Abbey Tour from Edinburgh

Get out of the vehicle for a nature walk at Loch Leven Nature Reserve Visit the ancient burial locations of Scottish Kings and Queens at Dunfermline Abbey Travel through the Kingdome of Fife and walk the streets of St Andrews and have the chance to visit the Castle and Cathedral
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Outlander four location tour - Private tour of Lallybroch and Outlander castles

Get a fascinating insight into the world of Outlander with our film location tour. Our private group tours take up to four people to four Outlander filming locations in Scotland . Lallybroch is the ancestral home of Jamie Fraser, filmed at 15th century Midhope Castle. Exterior scenes were shot at Midhope Castle near South Queensferry. Midhope was built in the 15th Century by John Martyne, laird of Medhope. It was rebuilt in the mid 1600s and remains much the same today. Visitors are asked to admire Midhope from a distance as the interior remains largely derelict. Doune Castle was built in  1400  and it was Castle Leoch , home of Colum Mackenzie in Outlander Blood of my Blood. Drummond Castle and Gardens – the grounds, which date back to 1630, are considered “the best example of formal terraced gardens in Scotland”. The castle was used as the Palace of Versailles in an episode of TV drama Outlander. Blackness Castle was Fort William , where Jamie was whipped by Black Jack Randall
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History Lovers Old Town Walking Tour

MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE - 15 PEOPLE. Learn all about Edinburgh's most historic quarter in a personal small group setting with an expert local guide. Most group tours of the Old town have up to 30 people, but not ours! On this intimate 2 hour Walking Tour, you’ll find out how Edinburgh has evolved and developed over the past 2000 years. What were the major events that shaped it's development and who were the famous/infamous characters behind these events? We answer these questions and many more! You'll see all of Edinburgh's most important landmarks, and some lesser known Old Town locations as well. This tour is perfect for the discerning traveller who wants the real history of the Old town.
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Day Trip to Falkirk to Visit the World Famous Kelpies and Stirling Castle

Explore the world famous Kelpies , visit historic Stirling Castle and the Falkirk Wheel in Falkirk - five star attractions . The Kelpies are the largest equine sculptures in the world . Itinerary • 7 hour private tour group day trip around Falkirk & Stirling • Explore the famous Kelpies , 30 metre high sculptures of the Clydesdale horses used on the canals of Scotland in the 19th century • the Falkirk Wheel - a unique rotating boat lift • spend an hour and a half at historic Stirling Castle • Falkirk based local guide The world famous Kelpies have had over 3 million visitors since they opened in 2014 . The Kelpies are the largest equine sculptures in the world . Your ticket includes a guided tour of Stirling castle, available every half hour . Last minute bookings are available for this five star tour. The amazing Kelpies celebrate their 10th anniversary this year. Stirling Castle is one of the most impressive castles in Scotland with a rich history .
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Outlander Luxury Private Day Tour with Scottish Local

Your Outlander Chauffeur tour follows the footsteps of Jamie and Claire across the filming locations from the Outlander TV Series, visit the attractions and sights that inspired this tale using a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle and a local chauffeur with years of Scottish experience. Your day is planned to cover all the sights and attractions seen in Outlander at your pace, and as it is your tour if there is something you really want to see Aura will ensure it is added to your itinerary. With so many places to visit our sightseeing tour allows you to sit back and relax in luxury taking in Scotlands stunning views, and if you want to stop you can. Just remember this is Your tour, Your Way! With Door to Door service from Edinburgh, complimentary Bottled Water and Wi-Fi Access you truly are getting that First Class experience.
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Private St Andrews Day Tour from Edinburgh

St Andrews, home of Golf day tour from Edinburgh. See the Old Course and Swilcan Bridge. Walk around St Andrews with time for lunch before returning to Edinburgh via the East Neuk of Fife.
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2-Day Outlander Experience Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Join us on our small-group Outlander Experience and explore the locations where the series was filmed and inspired from. Explore the famous locations and walk in the footsteps of Jamie & Claire, relive their incredible love story as you explore the dramatic locations...
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Full Day Trip Hadrian's Wall and The Borders from Edinburgh

Follow in the footsteps of the Romans while taking in the bonnie scenery of the Scottish Borders Travel south following Dere Street, an old Roman road which was once the main trade supply route, to your first stop in Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders. You will have time to view the magnificent Augustinian Abbey and grab a coffee. We make a stop at the scenic Carter Bar where the tall stone pillars and national flags mark the crossing between Scotland and England. Get a glimpse of Hadrian's Wall as we travel along it's south side before stopping at the beautiful Steel Rigg. Follow the wall as it snakes over the crags, with lake of Crag Lough in the distance. Included is a visit to the archaeological site of Vindolanda. Exploring this site provides an insight to the lives of those who built and lived at this Roman fort. Lunch available here. Back aboard, we travel north and back through the Scottish Borders to Edinburgh. A quick stop will provided for refreshments and comfort break.
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Loch Ness Glen Coe and the Highlands Italian Tour Guide

Enjoy a full day tour in Italian from Edinburgh to the Highlands and take the chance to see their breathtaking scenery.  Take a glimpse of Glencoe, the Lost Valley, and of the extraordinary lakes set in the centenary woods. Take the boat cruise (optional) in Loch Ness and have the opportunity to spot one of the most popular monsters in the world. Before heading back to Edinburgh, discover the charming burgh of Pitlochry and stroll around the streets once visited by the Queen Victoria. • A full-day trip in Italian to Loch Ness and to the Highlands • Catch a view of the amazing valley of Glen Coe and of the Three Sisters mountains • Enjoy a boat cruise (optional) across the mysterious waters of Nessie • Admire the highest mountain in the United Kingdom, the Ben Nevis • Take a walk around the Victorian town of Pitlochry and discover its old Mill and its famous railway station
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Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh

Take a day trip from Edinburgh to the beautiful Scottish Highlands and get to know Loch Lomond, Trossachs National Park and Stirling Castle. The remote region is home to spectacular natural scenery with picturesque dales, mountains and lochs as well as quaint villages. After visiting the banks of Loch Lomond and exploring the Trossachs National Park, continue to the city of Stirling. Discover Stirling Castle on a tour (entrance own expense), and then return to Edinburgh via a stop at the Kelpies.
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