Best of Scotland in a Day Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh
Description
This small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) combines all that’s great about Scotland into a short day out – a castle, mountains, lochs, photo opportunities, a riverside walk, a battlefield, history, heroes and highland cows. Enjoy lots of time off the bus, perfect for those who want to experience Highland scenery and nature at a relaxing pace. Highlights include mighty Blair Castle, the stunning Highland viewpoint of Queen’s View and a short riverside and waterfall walk at The Hermitage.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Stroll through quaint narrow streets and/or visit Dunkeld Cathedral (free of charge).
Lunch is available in the castle restaurant.
Stop at Queen’s View with its much-admired Highland vista along Loch Tummel towards the distant peaks of Glen Coe.
This lovely riverside walk takes us past some of the tallest trees in Britain to a spectacular waterfall and viewpoint where salmon can often be seen leaping the falls.
Enjoy spectacular views of the bridges spanning the river Forth.
Photo opportunities with Highland cattle ('hairy coos!)
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Small group tour - average group size of 12 passengers
- Minimum age is 5 years old
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions (unless it is unsafe to do so), please dress appropriately
- Please inform us 7 days in advance if you are bringing a service animal
Reviews(194)
Roddy is absolutely awesome. It’s my birthday today as we are doing this tour and he has made me feel so special throughout the tour. A bagpiper played Happy Birthday for me in a very remote yet gorgeous site on our tour. Roddy made sure that he provided information about every monument and every location in detail. It has been an amazing and very informational tour. His knowledge and his love for his profession was reflective throughout the 12 hour journey. Thank you so much Roddy for making my birthday so memorable with absolutely the best views and giving us the best experience as we explore Scotland. I will remember this for a very very long time. Thank you!
Informative and fun tour. Keith was a great guide and knew a lot about the many areas we visited. Enjoyed Castles and charming small villages
Thanks for choosing Heart of Scotland Tours. It's much appreciated.
It was a fantastic day. The tour guide Angela knew her history and knew the area very well. The tour itself was a small group which I found very enjoyable would definitely book again.
Hi Judy, thanks for your 5 star review and it's great to hear you enjoyed the tour so much.
This was a terrific tour. Perfect amount of time on the van and perfect amount of time at each stop. Never felt rushed. Keith was awesome! I also liked the variety of stops - waterfalls, coos, shopping, and more. I was traveling solo and would recommend it for solo travelers.
Thanks for recommending us for solo travellers who are always welcome on the Wee Red Bus...
It was such a great tour - not too big. Our tour guide, Angela, I cannot praise her highly enough. She was brilliant, knowledgeable and knew a lot about the areas we visited and history. It is my last full day of a 6 week holidays and was so happy I made the choice to go with the The Wee Red Bus.
Hi Judy, happy days on the Wee Red Bus! Thanks for choosing Heart of Scotland Tours.
Great excursion, great guide (Angela), great company. Excursion length is just right. Everything just right.
Hi Benjie, it's fantastic to hear you enjoyed your day trip to Highland Perthshire so much. Thanks for joining us.
I booked directly through the website they beat the price of going through a third party even with cashback options. So from purchase to end of tour it was a fantastic experience! We had Angela not only was she informative but she was funny and had a curated playlist of songs for each stop. We did the recommended stop at Heathergems in Pitlochry where they make the jewelry and it was great seeing the process from beginning to end. I would do this tour again and hoped I got Angela again! Thank you for making the day fantastic!
Thanks for joining our Best of Scotland in a Day tour. It's a great day out.
This tour is on a lovely 16 person bus with large windows and tiered seating ensuring wonderful views. The itinerary was full while giving some time to explore, with a good variety pleasing everyone in our party. The sights were beautiful but the star of the show was our guide, Roddy. His commentary and kindness throughout the tour made us all feel welcome and at ease, Roddy frequently offering to take group photos. 10/10 recommend this smaller tour with this company and incredible guides.
Thanks for such a fantastic review of Roddy and Heart of Scotland Tours. It sounds like you had a fantastic day out.
We had a wonderful time. Keith was our guide. He made us laugh and we learned things too. We were a group of 7. The bus had about 15 people. Seeing different parts of Scotland was absolutely amazing. The bus itself was lovely. Comfortable and an easy ride. Loved the small group. Would definitely book again with them.
Happy days on the Wee Red Bus!!
Calum was very attentive to the group and extremely knowledgeable. He made sure the trip was pleasurable for everyone.
Hi John, thanks for your kind words which are appreciated.
