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Tour guide in Edinburgh Derek M.
I'm Derek M., your private tour guide in Edinburgh
Guide #61107
Hi! I'm Derek. I became a tour guide as driving and exploring the beautiful scenery and historic sites and quaint little villages that are scattered all over Scotland excites me, and I want to pass on this joy to everyone who comes to visit Scotland. Previously as an H. G. V. Driver carrying dangerous goods (whisky included) meant that I have had to undertake intensive Advanced Driver Training which results in the knowledge that you will be in safe hands as we explore the sights on offer. My aim overall is to provide every traveler with the best experience possible on their visit to my homeland and to have them leaving as friends with memories to last a lifetime. All of my tours can be tailor to suit your needs and capabilities on request. Just contact me! My whole lifetime of living in and discovering the beauty of Scotland. I am not licensed to give tours inside any historical sites, I prefer to leave that to the professionals of each location we will visit.
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Edinburgh
Greenock
St andrews
Glasgow
Stirling
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Traveller reviews
- Susan C.United States4 days ago
We truly appreciated Derek’s willingness to pick us up at a private castle after a three day wedding celebration and transfer us to the Edinburgh airport. He was always in communication with us, accommodated two last minute passenger additions and was very punctual. He is a valuable tour guide of the area as well and we highly recommend him if you are looking for a...
Replied from the guide, Derek M.
September 2026Hi Susan, Thanks for your amazing review. I'm pleased to see you made it home OK and managed to avoid the flight cancellations. Thanks Derek.
- Susan C.United States1 week ago
Derek is very organized and provided a perfect itinerary, meeting all our requests for an afternoon exploring several areas outside of Edinburgh.
Replied from the guide, Derek M.
September 2026Hi Susan, Thanks for your great review. I'm pleased to hear that you enjoyed your personalised Tour built around your interests. Thanks Derek.
- Kenneth J.United StatesAugust 2026
Derek was amazing! He was very responsive to our communications before the tour and was awesome during the tour. He tailored our experience to what we wanted and made sure we saw all the highlights. He gave us the history of the area and added some anecdotes which kept us entertained. All 8 of us loved our tour with Derek and highly recommend him!!
Replied from the guide, Derek M.
August 2026Hi Kenneth, I'm very happy to hear that everyone had a great time on our day Touring Edinburgh and St. Andrews, also that I was able to pass on the relevent information to all the different locations that we visited allowing you all to leave Scotland knowing about our great History. Thanks for your fantastic review it's greatly appreciated. Thanks Derek.
- Sharon N.United StatesAugust 2026
Derek was a wonderful guide. He was knowledgeable and fun. My group of six totally enjoyed the day
Replied from the guide, Derek M.
August 2026Hi Sharon, Thanks for your great review, I am pleased to hear that your group had an enjoyable time on their Tour.