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Tours/Edinburgh/Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

4.9(65)Edinburgh4 hours
VIATOR4.8(20)TRIPADVISOR5.0(45)
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
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Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Price from
$270 / person
Location
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 65 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
See policy below
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Experienced Tours

Description

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.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 5:00 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult
$270

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $539.

Larger groups pay less per person.

Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:00 PM in the coming weeks.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.

Tour Options

Edinburgh Half Day 1pm

Pickup included

Edinburgh Half Day 9am

Pickup included

Itinerary

Edinburgh Old Town
90 min

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.

Royal Mile
20 min

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.

Edinburgh Castle
Pass by

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.

Grassmarket
20 min

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.

Calton Hill
20 min

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

Arthur's Seat
20 min

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.

Greyfriars Bobby
5 min

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

Greyfriars
20 min

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

Palace of Holyroodhouse
Pass by

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.

The Scottish Parliament
Pass by

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

Royal Yacht Britannia
Admission not included10 min

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.

Leith
20 min

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

What's included

Included
Professional local guide
Bottled water
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.

Pickup Locations & Times

We can collect you from any Edinburgh Hotel, port or train station.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.9
65 reviews
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How it compares in Edinburgh

  • Starting price $270 is 90% above the typical $142 for tours of similar length in Edinburgh

Excurgo comparison of 1,235 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

0+ days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan take?

Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 12 stops.

How much does Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan cost?

Prices start at $270 per person for this Edinburgh experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $539. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.

Can I cancel Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan for free?

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. We can collect you from any Edinburgh Hotel, port or train station. Pickup points include Turnhouse Airport, Dalhousie Castle.

What languages is Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 7 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Children must be accompanied by an adult

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 65 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Experienced Tours.

Reviews(65)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Mary_C
September 30, 2026 · via Viator
Edinburgh tour

We enjoyed our tour around Edinburgh! Our guide was interesting and knowledgeable. We learned many things about the history of the area.

J
Journey16103782916
September 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour

Debbie was amazing. We loved every minute of our tour with her. We wish we booked earlier for a tour into the Highlands . Would have loved to be taken around with Debbie. Book this tour . You will be happy you did. We Love You Debbie !! Maria and James NY

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Mona_F
September 8, 2026 · via Viator
Arrived on time and gave...

Arrived on time and gave a great tour of the city including history and highlights. Was a wealth of information and very personable. Would definitely recommend.

R
Robert_T
September 7, 2026 · via Viator
Edinburgh Private City Tour with Laura

I highly recommend taking this tour with Laura McKenzie as your guide. Yes, you can tour the city by yourself walking, but with this tour you have a local person driving (which can be confusing if you come from a country where you drive on the right side), explaining the local customs, bits of history that you will later verify at the museums and also architectural landmarks. Laura was polite, professional, cheerful and made us feel like we knew her for a long time, she even took our photos. It rained that day on and off, but Laura was prepared, so every minute of our tour was used for our experience, we like bathroom breaks, so she was on top of everything. Definitely worth every penny. I recommend taking this tour at the beginning of your stay in Edinburgh so that you get an idea of where the historic and shopping landmarks are and also the bathrooms :). We had two open days so she gave us suggestions of which experiences were fun according to our preferences, it was a wonderful experience. thanks Laura.

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claytonca561
September 5, 2026 · via Viator
An unforgettable, stress-free day in Edinburgh!

Hazel was an outstanding tour guide! She picked us up right at the cruise port in a luxurious Mercedes-Benz minivan and provided an informative, personalized tour of Edinburgh, Scotland. Navigating the city during the Edinburgh International Festival and the Royal Military Tattoo is no small feat, but she handled the busy traffic and crowds seamlessly. Hazel went completely above and beyond—assisting with our souvenir shopping needs and even booking dinner reservations for us! Having this personalized attention in a comfortable vehicle made our port day perfect and far exceeded any standard cruise bus excursion. We highly recommend Hazel and Experienced Tours!

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Dreamer10755771764
August 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Exceptionally Friendly and Knowledgeable Tour Guide

Allen was AWESOME. He was super friendly and made us feel immediately at home with him. He had an impressive number of stories in his pocket to share with us that made Edinburgh come to life. Loved the tour!!

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Moynul_H
August 10, 2026 · via Viator
Guided tour of Edinburgh in four hours with a running commentary.

Its an effcient and relaxed way of seeing the most places of interest in Edinboro in a short time and at the same learning about the long history of the beautiful city. The traditionally dressed driver with a non stop running commentary for four hours added the local colour.

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brendap_13
August 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fabulous Tour of East Scotland

The Historic East Lothian Private Tour from Edinburgh with Sandy was marvelous! Beautiful, comfortable vehicle. Sandy planned the tour to show us what we particularly wanted to see & he knew all the historic sites so well. Sandy was a Five-Star guide- very friendly, knowledgeable & accommodating. He was great helping my husband when he had trouble walking. We learned so much about Scotland from Sandy. It was a fabulous tour I would recommend to anyone.

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Deborah_K
August 1, 2026 · via Viator
Great shore excursion

Great private tour of Edinburgh with Sandy and Debbie. It felt like we were with knowledgeable friends. Van was very comfortable. Very relaxed and entertaining tour. Offered to drop us off in town or cruise port. If I was visiting Edinburgh again Sandy would be my first call.

J
janR102030
July 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Edinburgh half day tour

Excellent overview of Edinburgh in a half day trip. We were very comfortable in the car and got time to get out and walk around different areas.

$270/ person
4.9(65)
Duration4 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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