Experienced Tours - Edinburgh

Lia K.

I highly recommend this company for any of their excursions. Our driver, Cali, was waiting outside our hotel door just before pickup time at 9:00 a.m. He was an excellent driver, and very friendly. Lots of information through narrative and we were very comfortable with his driving skills and knowledge of the history of his country. We were fast friends right from the start. He knew all the right places to show us and we had plenty of stops. We had lunch at Loch Ness and ice cream in Pitlochry. Nothing was rushed and he knew all the back roads to avoid any traffic and crowds. The beautiful Mercedes van was well appointed with a cute little refrigerator loaded with drinks and snacks. It sure didn't hurt that we had gorgeous weather. Warm and sunny. This afforded us some great views that are often shrouded in rain or fog. Cali dropped us off at about 8 pm And we were sorry the day was over. If we can get back to Scotland, we will definitely use Experienced Tours again.

Shawn M.

We arrived in the heart of Scotland—Glasgow—where we were greeted by Sandy’s warm Scottish smile, setting the perfect tone for our adventure.

Our first stop was the iconic Loch Lomond, a breathtaking destination of wild beauty and serene landscapes. However, Mother Nature had other plans. The skies opened up, drenching us in a cold, relentless rain, with temperatures hovering around 50°F.

As we braved the misty downpour, I couldn’t shake the feeling of déjà vu—it was as if we had stepped straight into a scene from James Bond’s Skyfall. I could almost hear Albert Finney’s voice as Kincade, saying, “Welcome to Scotland.” It felt like Scotland was welcoming us in the most authentic way possible—thankfully, without Kincade firing a shotgun, but instead with a soaking mix of wind and rain.

Despite the weather, Sandy was phenomenal. Her experience, knowledge, and enthusiasm made this one of the best tours we’ve had in Scotland. She kept our spirits high, weaving in fascinating history, local legends, and personal stories that made every stop unforgettable.

And to top it off, her transportation was first-class—comfortable, clean, and perfect for navigating Scotland’s stunning landscapes.

If you’re looking for a top-notch guide who delivers an authentic and enriching Scottish experience, Sandy is the one to book!

brittany H.

We did a tour of Islay. It was absolutely FANTASTIC! Calais, our tour guide, took our trip to “trip of a lifetime” status. He was incredibly attentive, efficient, patient, kind, thoughtful and a wealth of history and knowledge. The way the tour was arranged was nothing short of perfect, and Calais went above and beyond to make our trip extra special. I cannot recommend this company enough! I would definitely utilize their services again!

Kimberly W.

We had a fabulous vacation with our guide, Calais! Not only was he an amazing tour guide, taking us on hikes and providing wonderful commentary on current and historical areas, but he was absolutely amazing with my three children. He was fun, patient, and just a really great person. We all enjoyed our vacation with him and hope we get to see him again in the future!

Marcia

Sandy is an awesome tour guide. He is very knowledgeable about both the local area and Scottish history. We did the 1 day custom tour and it was truly the best day of our vacation. The van was clean, comfortable, and had wifi which helped keep my teenager happy. I would highly recommend Experienced Tours to anyone wanting a quality tour operator in Scotland.

Sherilyn W.

We had an amazing tour with Sandy. He has shown us the best of Edinburgh in the 4 hours tour. We will definitely be back again!

Gary S.

I would gladly give "Experienced Tours" 6 stars if I wasn't limited to 5. The quality of one's driver/guide can make or break one's day; I'm convinced that Experienced Tours provides the best guides available. During our time in Ireland and Scotland we had exposure to many guides and our favorite guides were always from Experienced. We particularly enjoyed Calais and Ben, both of whom were exceptionally knowledgeable, helpful, friendly, entertaining and professional. Your vacation time is valuable, don't risk wasting hours sitting in a van with a boring dud. Make the most of your precious time with someone who can blend in comfortably while sharing a wealth of knowledge and insight that will make your tour wonderfullly unforgettable. Our group consisted of 2 couples and one single traveler. We, along with our excessive luggage, were always comfortably accommodated in their clean, spacious vans. Hopefully, I have made it abundantly clear that I recommend Experienced Tours without hesitation.

Matt H.

Don't even look anywhere else, Sandy the owner is attentive, detailed orientated and nailed the trip for us. Calais our guide was very knowledgeable, fun and made our family memories for a lifetime. Highly recommend.