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Bus Tours
6+ hours
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$131.00
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Historical Tours
1–2 hours
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$73.01
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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$122.41
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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Audio Guides
6+ hours
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$126.70
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Skip the line Tickets
1–2 hours
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$77.31
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Full-day Tours
6+ hours
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$148.18
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Historical Tours
6+ hours
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Historical Tours
2 days
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Food & Drink
3–4 hours
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  • JW
    2 contributions
    First of all, I want to give a massive thank you to Lisa at Hairy Coo customer service. She went above and beyond to help me when I had an issue that needed sorting. Thank you Lisa!

    The trip was fabulous. Craig used his heart and soul to make the day amazing.
    It’s a long day, but it’s perfect if you want a good view of the Highlands and you have limited time.

    Review of: Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe & Pitlochry Tour from Edinburgh
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • Sheetal
    1 contribution
    Our tour guide Richard was an excellent guide. He was energetic, loud and had excellent communication skills. He shared his deep knowledge of history and castle through many stories as we walked around. He also suggested what we must see in and around the castle grounds. Great experience overall !
    Review of: Edinburgh Castle: Skip-the-Line Guided Walking Tour
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • Maxine R
    2 contributions
    We had a fantastic day. Our tour guide Nestor was brilliant he kept us entertained,playing games and chatting with us and playing music.
    Nestors knowledge of Scotland and its history was second to none. Would recommend.
    Review of: Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glen Coe Day Trip from Edinburgh
    Written 10 August 2023
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  • Gemma R
    1 contribution
    Ive done this tour before once and a night tour and loved it so I wanted to bring my kids who have never been. My daughter (10 yrs) loved it, my youngest (7) was a little bit scared he said but he was fine going round, he just held my hand. We met by a tourist info booth/ telephone box at Lawnmarket/the royal mile and took a little bit of different walk to the vaults due to the royal mile being so busy with the fringe, there was a steep road to walk down but it was fine for us. Paige our tour guide was great, came across as very friendly and was enjoyable to listen to. This one isn't a ghost tour but paranormal activities are mentioned and the setting just makes the tales more eerie compared to a walking tour outside. The underground streets and vaults are fairly spacious so you don't feel claustraphopic and are quite dark and damp in places, lit by emergency lights. I do wish the tour was a little cheaper at nearly £60 for the 3 of us for an hour but I do recommend it as a unique interesting addition to your visit to edinburgh.
    Review of: Underground Walking Tour in Edinburgh
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • Jess F
    4 contributions
    This was a great day! The Highlands were absolutely fantastic, and our driver Callum made sure to have plenty of photo opportunities where possible. Unfortunately the Jacobite was not running this day, however Glenfinnan was still really enjoyable. Our guide Jason was very friendly and knowledgeable. I was slightly worried after reading some previous reviews, however completely unfounded as the day was perfect - not a single complaint!
    Review of: Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Fort William Full-Day Tour from Edinburgh
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • Monica B
    8 contributions
    I liked travelling woth them because they have small vans rather than big buses 2 advantages here 1 less waiting for people arriving late so we can have more stops and still be on schedule and second, the fact that they could just stop at the side of the motorway and let you have a close look and take pictures and go into very small roads to see the hairycows closer. The drivers have to be talking all the time it seem that it’s just something they have to do to keep you entertained after a while it makes you tired and sometimes I could see the driver wasn’t paying enough attention to the road and more the the chatting but maybe that’s just me. The experience also depends on your driver, it doesn’t seem that everyone stops at the same points (short stops) longer stops is the same for everyone. Because of the time that takes to arrive to the Ness lake (or lonch) you don’t get enough time in all the stops but that’s what happens always in any short trip that requires lots of miles to get to the main point.
    Overall I will recommend Rabbies but maybe a tour that doesn’t require to go that far.
    Review of: Loch Ness & Highlands Day Tour Including Cruise from Edinburgh
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • yash
    Bengaluru, India1 contribution
    Allistor the tour guide was fantastic but unfortunately the quality of the bus we got wasn’t great. The bus was run down and a bit squeaky with uncomfortable seats
    Review of: Full-Day Trip to Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands with Lunch from Edinburgh
    Written 10 August 2023
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  • Kevin B
    2 contributions
    We toured with Ann Martin. She was wonderful and very informative. Nice brisk walk about Edinburgh stopping as we go to be informed and Scared.
    Review of: The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
    Written 10 August 2023
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  • QueenCindy
    Spokane, WA1 contribution
    We enjoyed seeing the sights around Edinburgh. Our biggest disappointment was the narration. It didn’t always sync with the exact location of the bus. Also, it would have been helpful if the narrator would indicate if the location he was describing was out the left or right side of the bus. The narrator wasn’t the most entertaining. We are from America and were surprised that your narration hasn’t been updated to refer to your new King, not the former Queen.
    Overall a pleasant experience.
    Review of: City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
    Written 10 August 2023
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  • Tanja B
    1 contribution
    Great Tour with Elena. Our son was over the moon. So Many places and details about Harry Potter. We loved it.
    Review of: Original Harry Potter Locations Tour - Edinburgh
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • Declan J
    3 contributions
    Alisder was a terrific guide. Give that man the bag. Took us to some cool places and told us some horrific history and stories. Spooky as tour so thanks again.
    Review of: Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • Elaine
    3 contributions
    Great experience at Edinburgh Castle. Guide was upbeat and enthusiastic, thanks Ella. Well paced and the kids got lots out of the guided tour too!!
    Review of: Edinburgh Castle Tour: Fast-Track Guided Tour in English
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • jennifer236
    Austin, TX11 contributions
    We loved the two tours we did today: we did the Old Town Tour with Fiona and then the Edinburgh Castle Tour with Jule, and they were both phenomenal. Both tours were informative and interesting-- and both Fiona and Jule were really knowledgeable, and engaging. Definitely helped us get so much more out of our short time in Edinburgh. Highly recommend!
    Review of: Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • Extraordinary653722
    2 contributions
    This was a perfect tour for our group. The commentary and information provided by our guide Leo was thoughtful, funny and interesting as we drove through amazing scenery and historic places. We had plenty of time at Loch Ness to wander around and enjoyed every moment of this tour!
    Review of: Loch Ness Glencoe and The Highlands from Edinburgh
    Written 11 August 2023
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  • Jess F
    4 contributions
    Brilliant tour! Lots to do, but a good amount of time at each stop. Our tour guide Chaz (Charlene) was incredible, and was SO full of great info (double props for being a guide and a driver at the same time). Definitely recommend
    Review of: Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission
    Written 11 August 2023
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