St Andrews Small Group Luxury Day Tour From Edinburgh

Contrast elegant architecture with sweeping coastal views. Compare the ruins of a wind-swept castle with the curves of an ancient golf course. And visit Scottish villages and towns that offer far more than their small size should allow. An ancient university, breathtaking medieval ruins, and quaint coastal villages: explore all this and more on our adventure through Fife.

This walking tour is the perfect introduction to Scotland’s capital. The first secret you’ll learn? That you can skip the line at Edinburgh Castle! Step into Edinburgh’s secrets and discover the heart of Scotland’s capital, beyond the reach of tour buses and guidebooks. A beautiful city steeped in awe-inspiring history that has been perfectly preserved to this day, in the wynds, closes, courtyards and homes of Edinburgh’s Old Town. The castle towers over Edinburgh from up high on its ancient volcanic rock – a literal fortress, looking out over the city’s stunning landscapes. Battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been inspired by it. Visit Edinburgh Castle with your Mercat Tours Storyteller and from the Royal Mile you’ll walk over the drawbridge and straight past the ticket line – leaving the queues behind and continuing your journey into Edinburgh’s history uninterrupted.

Uncover the myths and legends around the Da Vinci Code, the Knights Templar and the heart of Robert the Bruce. Your tour takes you south to the world famous Scott’s View, with stunning views over the Tweed Valley and the Eildon Hills. From here you travel to Melrose exploring the great Border Abbey of Melrose, burial place of Robert the Bruce’s heart. This is also your lunch stop. From here you will make your way to the stunning 15th Century Rosslyn Chapel, immortalised in Dan Brown’s “Da Vinci Code” where you can find out more about the myths and legends surrounding the whereabouts of the “Holy Grail”.

8 clients maximum – Extra Small Group Tour Consistently awarded 5 Star Tour You'll have plenty of time to explore the famous and historic town of St Andrews. Visit locations such as the St Andrews Old Course, St Andrews Castle and Cathedral. Walk the cobbled streets and explore Scotland's oldest university. Discover locations such as Queensferry Crossing bridges and Dunfermline Abbey, the last resting location of the mighty King Robert the Bruce – Think Braveheart

Join this small-group tour to visit iconic St Andrew’s, enjoy a Whisky tour & tasting (included) at one of Scotland’s oldest distilling locations, Lindores Abbey and absorb stunning landscapes. Escape Edinburgh and spend a day exploring 1,000 years of Scottish history, featuring the stories of golf, the Royal Family and Scotch Whisky!

This private tour in Scotland takes you on a journey through some of the country's most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, all while providing an intimate and personalized experience. From marveling at the engineering marvel that is the Forth Bridge, to exploring the quaint and picturesque Anstruther village, and discovering the rich history of St Andrews Castle and Cathedral, this tour offers a diverse range of experiences. Take a stroll across the iconic Swilcan Bridge, visit the stunning St Salvator's Chapel and delve into the world-renowned St Andrews University, before venturing to the opulent Falkland Palace. With a knowledgeable and friendly guide, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Scotland's culture and heritage, making this tour an unforgettable and unique experience. • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver/guide on this private tour • Kids friendly (5+ age) • Tour can be customised • Please note that tours stops and timings can be changed

Discover the charm of St Andrews, the world-famous home of golf, on this five-star small group tour. Explore the iconic Old Course, venue of the 150th Open Championship, with a walking tour of the course an optional extra . Tiger Woods calls the Old Course his favourite golf course in the world . Visit St Andrews Castle and the ancient ruined cathedral, once Scotland’s largest. This tour also includes a scenic drive through Fife, with stops at the picturesque fishing village of Anstruther and the royal Falkland Palace, where Mary, Queen of Scots played tennis . Falkland was an Outlander filming location. St Andrews is also home to one of Britain’s oldest universities and filming locations for The Crown TV series . Visit the café where Prince William met Kate Middleton, or shop for exclusive golf souvenirs at the Golf Museum . Enjoy two hours of free time to explore the town, with lunch and shopping recommendations from your driver. Perfect for golf fans and history lovers.

Your St. Andrews Luxury Private Day Tour and Shore Excursion takes in the "Home of Golf" along with a Whisky Distillery & Scottish Fishing Village. Door to Door service from any Edinburgh location using a luxury vehicle & experienced Scottish Local. With Door to Door service from Edinburgh, complimentary Bottled Water and Wi-Fi Access you truly are getting that First-Class experience.

Welcome to Scotland's intriguing exploration of St Andrews, – a town bursting with history, charm, and hidden gems that are sure to leave you amazed. Personalized Itinerary:- Tailored Experiences: Customize the tour based on your interests, whether it’s history, golf, architecture, or local cuisine. Offer flexible schedules and the ability to explore lesser-known spots. Comfort and Luxury:- Tour will be our traditional Black Cab-LEVC TXE VISTA COMFORT PLUS within full Air-Conditioned & Heating control vehicle. complementary water bottle. Vehicle are fully insured and have full public liability insurance. Our driver & guide are officially recognised by the City of Edinburgh Council. All tours are priced per vehicle which can hold up to 6 passengers. We assured fully safe & secure every tour with bespoke tour, also provide any pick up or drop off in Edinburgh based location, including Air-port transport.

Escape the ordinary and indulge in the epitome of luxury as you embark on a six-hour personal and private driving tour from Edinburgh to the enchanting destinations. Explore the historic charm of St Andrews, renowned for its golfing legacy and ancient university, before immersing yourself in the tranquility of Anstruther. The itinerary is tailored to your preferences, allowing for flexibility and spontaneity along the way. Discover the allure of St Andrews, a town steeped in history and home to the world-famous St Andrews Links golf course. Our guided tour of this ancient seat of learning allows you to explore the iconic ruins of St Andrews Cathedral, stroll along the charming streets, and soak in the academic ambiance of the prestigious university. Escape to the quaint village of Anstruther, a hidden gem on the Scottish coast. Wander along the picturesque harbor, known for its charming fishing boats and fresh seafood. Our luxury tour allows you to soak in the serene atmosphere!

Our luxurious flagship store in the heart of historic St Andrews is the perfect setting to learn about Scotland’s history of watchmaking and our place in it. Using our One of One design service enables the visitor to custom build a bespoke watch by selecting the desired components, finishing with a personal engraved message. With the finest Scottish food and drink on hand, and the range of Scottish material used in our straps, visitors are sure to enjoy a uniquely Scottish afternoon they will long remember not least the customised wrist watch they’ll take home.

Leaving Edinburgh we cross the Firth of Forth into the Great Kingdom of Fife. Keeping to the East Coast, and driving through some little fishing villages, we stop off at Lower Largo, the home town of Alexander Selkirk, who was thought to be the inspiration for the book Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe.

On this tour, you’ll have your very own guide who’ll tell you tales and stories of Scotland as you discover Stirling Castle. From here, you’ll venture to Callander, known as the Gateway to the Highlands, before winding your way through the stunning Duke's Pass. You’ll get to explore the historical village of Aberfoyle before taking in the beauty of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Experience the beauty of Central Scotland and everything it has to offer as you visit some of the most historical and iconic sites in Scotland on this private tour. Let us take the stress out of travel as you escape fixed itineraries and crowded buses. Sit back, relax and enjoy a private tour designed exclusively for you and your group, featuring: • A Private Day Tour tailored to your preferences. • An Expert Local Guide with decades of experience. • A Convenient Door-to-Door Service. • Travel in Style and Comfort aboard a luxurious Mercedes-Benz V-Class Minivan.

Planning to tour Edinburgh and St Andrews? You've come to the right place! Don't just depend on guide books, work with an Edinburgh city expert – work with me. I'll share with you the real legends and stories associated with the places we visit and Edinburgh's characters, and show you Edinburgh and St. Andrews like only a local expert can! This eight hour tour will include all of the most popular and main tourist attractions that Edinburgh and St Andrews have to offer including some spots you won't find in any guide books! This tour will take you to the home of Golf. We will take in Leith Links, Brittania, The Scottish Parliament, The Palace of Holyrood House, St Giles Cathedral, The Royal Mile and of course Edinburgh Castle! While in St Andrews we will visit the Ancient and Royal Golf Club, Swilken Bridge and Cathedral. We will also travel through the historic New and Old Towns while in Edinburgh and take in a couple of sites on the way.

Our private tour visits two ancient Scottish castles and a distillery .   This tour goes to Tullibardine Distillery  ,  Stirling Castle  and Drummond Castle  . Drummond Castle  featured in the Outlander TV series as the Palace of Versailles , where Claire and Jamie meet Black Jack Randall . Stirling Castle is one of Scotland’s most impressive castles due to its imposing position and amazing architecture. Built by the the Stewart kings of Scotland on volcanic rock overlooking the city of Stirling. Tullibardine Distillery  makes award-winning Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The Classic Tour finishes off with a tasting .

An exclusive private experience with sole use of our luxury minivan and knowledge of a local guide. Maximise time and book private making best use of your time in Scotland. St Andrews is an ancient town nestled on the east coast of Scotland which was an important location for holy pilgrimage. Not only considered the home of golf but it has an array of beautiful and ancient buildings with the third oldest university in the English-speaking world. This tour also has the benefits of visiting the town of Falkland used in the tv series Outlander and home to Falkland Palace and said to be one of the places Mary Queen of Scots favoured the most. Before ending the tour we explore the fishing villages of East Neuk which can include Crail, Pittenweem, & Anstruther or any other that may be of interest to your group. Please note: Optional to do the itinerary in reverse of advertised.

The best way to spend a morning or afternoon while in Scotland is a whisky tour from Edinburgh to the Highlands and Lowlands of Scotland. Visit two distilleries from two separate whisky regions and returns to Edinburgh within around 4.5 hours. Learn from the local Highland and Lowland whisky experts and take a tour round one of our beautiful distilleries, then sample the water of life straight from the source! Two of the best distilleries from their respective regions. We depart Edinburgh at 8:30am, visit one Highland distillery and one Lowland distillery and join their tours or have some whisky samples and enjoy the surroundings of the Scottish highlands and Lowlands then drive back a different route to Edinburgh with a return around 1:45pm. One tour and one tasting at the first distillery and one distillery tasting at the second distillery. Some fantastic landmarks on the tour are the three bridges at Queensferry and the Kelpies near Falkirk.

Discover Real Edinburgh and get the BEST Overall experience of Scotland's capital city, including most important places in Edinburgh which are part of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Taste & Enjoy a delicious meal (Choose from a Two Course Menu with Vegetarian & Vegan options) with a drink in a Famous and Traditional Kitchen & Bar setup restaurant, right in front of the sea next to the beach! This is the Top Overall Tour of Edinburgh, guaranteed. Travel like locals in buses, see and feel the city, not only from the tourist point of view, but we will explore some of the hidden and secret things of Edinburgh's urban life, Scottish history, architecture, nature, medieval times, how people lived, Edinburgh's history, geography, mythology and much more, that most visitors overlook. Along the way, we'll absorb the city’s breathtaking skyline view from Calton Hill and see the mystical Arthur's Seat very closely. A panoramic walk for only a few minutes uphill is absolutely worth it!

This private tour of the Highlands features a drive through the beautiful scenery of Loch Lomond National park , passing Loch Lubhair and Loch Lubnaig and going through Crianlarich and Tyndrum . We offer an optional stop in Callendar on the way as we head north into the Highlands . This tour of the Highlands features a visit to Glencoe, Black Mount and Buachaille Etive Mor and Rannoch Moor . Your guide will take you to the best spots for taking pictures of the beautiful scenery of Glencoe and the Highlands . This tour offers a superb opportunity to visit and photograph the amazing scenery of the Highlands

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Embark on a captivating journey through Scotland's coastal treasures on a small-group day tour from Edinburgh. This carefully curated adventure takes you to the most enchanting destinations in the region. Admire the architectural marvel of the iconic Forth Bridge and soak in the breathtaking views of the Firth of Forth. Explore the quaint fishing village of Anstruther Harbour, with its colorful boats and delicious seafood offerings. Step into the historic town of St Andrews, known for its prestigious university, medieval streets, and legendary golf courses. Finally, discover the splendor of Falkland Palace & Garden, a beautifully preserved Renaissance palace steeped in royal history. Immerse yourself in Scotland's rich culture, picturesque landscapes, and coastal delights on this unforgettable journey.