Private tour in Edinburgh Toby W

Ancient Royal Kingdom of Fife

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Toby W.

4.9

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I am Edinburgh born bred and educated. I am passionate about Edinburgh and love showing it to people and revealing its hidden secrets. I have always been fascinated by history landscape and architecture. I gradually became aware of how crucially such culture has shaped our understanding and the world we live in. This led to a further MA later in life from Edinburgh University in History of Art and Architectural History. I have now just completed an MSc. in Architectural Conservation. I try to make my guiding informative but lighthearted, interesting and fun with many photo opportunities. I love meeting international people, have many overseas friends and often find guiding a mutual learning opportunity. I live in the city center and can meet you at central hotels or a convenient landmark for walking tours tailored to your own schedule and needs or interests. My Edinburgh driving tours are a very good way to orientate yourself and see highlights to explore later at your own pace. Edinburgh is surrounded by lovely countryside with so many interesting places that I love taking people to visit. I was brought up rambling round ancient castles and listening to stories of old. I have lived in Edinburgh all my life and know virtually every corner of it. I am a qualified tour guide and used to guiding in historic houses. I was often previously asked to lead tours in Edinburgh. I have taken many specialist courses on art, history and architecture related subjects in addition to four different university degrees. More importantly, I am eager to share these interests and show people fascinating places.

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Overview of your Edinburgh tour

Hotel pick up with brief driving tour of Old Town and Newtown World Heritage Sites. This tour is a romp through Scottish history with some beautiful ancient places often used as film locations including Outlander series. I will take you through many fascinating secrets sometimes hidden in plain sight. Drive to picturesque historic town of South Queensferry with three bridges including Forth Rail Bridge another WHS. Along coast to Hopetoun House to visit a magnificent stately home. Drive over new Queensferry Crossing to ancient Burgh of Culross. Beautiful place frozen in time with over 1, 500 years of history with early Abbey, early coal mines and infamous witches prison, but bypassed by the Industrial revolution. On to old Burgh of Dumfermline with medieval Abbey and Cathedral the burying place of Scottish Royalty including Robert The Bruce and Saint Margret. Back to Edinburgh possibly via Aberdour Castle with lovely garden and chapel if time permits

Recent Reviews

Stephen C.United States
September 2022

Toby was one of the most informed and knowledgeable guide that I have ever had. Toby was outstanding and a pleasure to be with

Carol C.United States
September 2018

Toby's love of country and his depth of its historical knowledge is certainly evident on this castle/palace tour. He also knew the best shortcuts to avoid long lines and location of closest necessary rooms! He's a pro with great credentials.

Lynn G.United States
September 2018

We had Toby for 4 days; met us at the hotel at 10:00, back no later than 4-4:45pm. Covered Edinburgh and toured outside the city in a very comfortable car. He knows his subjects extremely well and has a pleasant personality. Toby was very amenable to customizing, so if there's something you want, that you do not see described in the tour, just ask. I have placed this same review for all four tours because we saw so much and loved every bit of it. This was a trip of a lifetime.

Your Edinburgh tour itinerary

- Hotel pick up. - Brief driving tour of Edinburgh Old Town and Newtown. - South Queensferry: Three Forth Bridges, Harbour, Hopetoun House. - Culross: Palace. Town house with witches cell, Abbey founded in 6th C. , 15C. Church. - Dumfermline: Abbey and Palace, Robert the Bruce and St Margret tombs, Andrew Carnagie's house. - Aberdour: Castle, Chapel, Garden. - Return to Edinburgh. Feel free to contact me if you would like to customize this tour.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Land Rover Discovery SUV. Large comfortable luxury car. Custom tours for up to 6 people available by separate arrangement.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
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Meeting location

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Edinburgh city centre hotel. This tour is not available to cruise ships that require a Shore Excursion.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
History
Tour reference number
350151
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in exploring ancient towns and stately homes. It's also ideal for travellers who want to connect with a local guide like Toby W. for deeper insights into Scottish history and culture. Families with kids will find it suitable due to its light activity level and kid-friendly nature.

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Hours icon 8 hours
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