Private tour in Edinburgh Neil M

Scottish Borders Full Day Tour

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Neil M.

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Hello and welcome to my bio. I am Edinburgh born and bred and have lived here for most of my life. After leaving the Army 20 years ago and returning to my hometown I started in the family business of taxi driving and my true love and passion for my city was released. I have spent my spare time furthering my knowledge of this amazing city and passed the Taxi Tour Guiding course. I thoroughly enjoy and love nothing more than passing on my knowledge in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. On each of my tours I like to make them informative and educational as well as fun and entertaining. This is not a coach tour. This is all about you! Do you want to take a photograph of something you like? You can. Or pop into a pub and sample some of our world famous whisky and hospitality? You can. The choice is yours completely! I will be your guide and use my local knowledge to show you places and parts of the city and Scotland as a whole that most people never get the chance to see but I would rather show you the parts that you are interested in. Being a taxi driver has allowed me the opportunity to take part in several charity trips in different cities of the UK and have been extremely fortunate to have taken part in the London to Disneyland Paris trip for terminally ill children every year since 2005. The vehicle I use is a Hyundai i800 mpv. It has exceptional interior space. I can comfortably carry 7 passengers. Not fully wheelchair accessible although there is enough space in the trunk for a folding wheelchair. My car is fully insured. Edinburgh liscensed taxi driver. Edinburgh taxi tour guide. Liveryman of London. Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers member.

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Overview of your Edinburgh tour

The first stop on our tour is the 15th century Rosslyn Chapel which is rumored to have links with the Knights Templar and Free Masonary. In Dan Browns novel the Da Vinci Code this was the resting place of the Holy Grail. A must see! Next up is a visit to Glenkinchie Distillery to learn how malt whisky is made and have a wee taste ( it would be rude not to after all). Then we'll drive through some breathtakingly picturesque scenery before arriving at Melrose Abbey. The final resting place of the heart of Robert the Bruce.

Your Edinburgh tour itinerary

The first stop on our tour is the 15th century Rosslyn Chapel whici is rumoured to have links with the Knights Templar and Freemasonary. In Dan Browns novel the Da Vinci Code this was the resting place of the Holy Grail. A must see. Next up is a visit to Glenkinchie Distillery to learn how malt whisky is made and have a wee taste ( it would be rude not to after all). Then we'll drive through some breathtakingly picturesque scenery before arriving at Melrose Abbey. The final resting place of the heart of Robert the Bruce.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

In my Hyundai mpv

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Admission fees
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Religious Sites
Day Trip
History
Tour reference number
535434
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

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This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the rich history and scenic beauty of the Scottish Borders with a knowledgeable local guide. It's suitable for families, including kids, as well as seniors and those with mobility concerns, thanks to its light activity level and wheelchair accessibility. Cruise ship passengers can also enjoy this tour as a shore excursion.

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Hours icon 8 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-6 people
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Tour date
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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