Private tour in Edinburgh Ally B
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Ally B.
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Prestige Award Winner Luxury Travel and Tours. 22/23. Ciamar a tha thu? (Hi, and How are you?) Welcome to the 'Best Small Country in the World'! My name is Ally and I would be delighted to be your tour guide for the time that you have in Scotland. I am 8th generation Highlander and my Clan is MacBeth(The one made famous by Billy Shakespeare) I can driver/guide any tour that you wish to take, whether your golf enthusiasts who wish to visit St Andrews, to film locations for Outlander fans, to our world famous Isle of Skye, Harry Potters Bridge and not forgetting a wee bit of Nessie spotting in Loch Ness, I can take you there. My knowledge and stories will make the history come alive. I will meet you from your city accommodation, rural cottage or from your cruise ship tour from Edinburgh, Invergordon or Portree. During my tours we will travel in my Mercedes Benz V Class, 6 seater, as I believe that this is the ideal way for a more personal experience and greater access to beauty spots and its the perfect way for you to enjoy and experience our country with your unforgettable day. getting off the main roads and onto the back roads, experiencing the local history, the local life, the local legends and myths the local way. I have over 14yrs experience working as a tour guide, with in the very best of the Scottish countryside, from our spectacular mountain scenery, breathtaking glens and deep mysterious lochs, to our romantic and often bloodied history, culture, gorgeous flora and fauna. So it would be my pleasure if you would allow me to take you on your adventure, and, all you need to do is relax, sit back and enjoy your day your way. Your day is not measured by the number of breaths you take, but by the moments that take your breath away. Award winner Prestige Luxury Travel & Small Group Tour Guide 2022/2023. I have been working within the travel & tourism industry for the past 26yrs, and as a guide for the past 16yrs, I was the Driver/Guide detailed to deliver the tour that was being graded by Visit Scotland, that accredited and awarded 'Rabbies' with their 5* status. The first 5* tour company in Scotland. I have no restrictions, I will meet you at your city accommodation or if it's a cruise ship tour from Edinburgh, Invergordon or Portree, I can take you wherever you want to go, Chì mi fhathast thu
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I really enjoy this tour as it showcases the oldest University town in Scotland, St Andrews! Also because I will be able to show you Edinburgh and what this amazing city has to offer. This is a magic way to explore St Andrews and Edinburgh on this private tour by VIP Class 6 seat AMG Mercedes V Class. St Andrews is internationally renowned as the 'Home of Golf' and you will have plenty of time to see the famous Old Course -a place of pilgrimage for golfers of all abilities-. Out with the golfing side, St Andrews was one of the most important religious sites in medieval Europe. Once we depart from here, we will travel towards Edinburgh, with one of the most attacked castles in the World, home to several monarchs, a safe house for Mary Queen of Scots, and the Scottish crown jewels. From the parapets, you have gorgeous views to experience both the Old town and Royal Mile to the New Town, built between 1767 to around 1850 (New Town) of Edinburgh.
Ally is the best. I could not rate a tour guide any higher. He is funny, professional, informative, knowledgeable and flexible. I learned so much and shared a lot of laughs. His Mercedes van is very comfortable. And if you need more storage capacity, he has a trailer that he can hitch to the van. I highly recommend Ally.
An outstanding, memorable day with our terrific guide, Ally. Ally is very knowledgeable on all topics relating to Scotland; history, politics, and the economics providing excellent commentaries and discussions along the way. It was a very happy interesting time with David and I and our 20 year old grand daughter. We had a banner of a day which will forever be special for the three of us. Thank you so much, Ally . You made our day ! Let's do it again!!
Ally was very flexible and arranged our day to meet our wish to visit St. Andrews. He is very knowledgeable about his country and we enjoyed hearing about it as well
Ally B is among the best tour guides of all times! Funny, interesting, warm, attentive, helpful, and dedicated to ensuring the best experience! Great correspondence and help in advance of tour. Edinburgh was beautiful. COVID requires tickets ahead for castle, so be sure to book for yourself or coordinate. Hollyrood Distillery was excellent. Rosslyn chapel was interesting. Ally felt like family by the end of 2 days and we will associate Scotland with him! Family of 6 had an incredible day and experience!
Our last day in Scotland Ally took us to St. Andrews & Falkland a nearby village. We enjoyed touring Johnny Cash's hometown. We walked through the village visiting shops, town square & having coffee/pastries at a coffee shop. While traveling to St. Andrews we saw spectacular views. Going to the Old Course; having lunch at the Old Club; and playing miniature golf on the Women's course was the highlight of our day. As we crossed the famous 'Swilcan Bridge' the sun was setting creating incredible memories.
Ally was undoubtedly the funniest, best driver and guide the six of us have other had the pleasure of meeting. We spent the afternoon driving from Edinburgh Castle to St. Andrews with him and back to our ship at the port. We were sorry to say goodbye:( If you are looking for a great guide that is very knowledgeable of the entire area and want some really good laughs, you must request Ally B's services! He was very accommodating with our plans.
- From your Ship or Accommodation, we depart Edinburgh and travel North, directly to St Andrews. - We arrive at the golfing Mecca of St Andrews. where we have time to visit: The Old Course and her surroundings. St Andrews Beach( Famous as the Beach filmed in Chariots of Fire). Swilken Bridge(The famous bridge on the 18th fairway). - From here, we start our 2nd half of the days tour, heading for Edinburgh, taking in and visiting: Edinburgh Castle. Drive through the Old Town. Drive through the New Town. Drive through the picturesque Dean Village. - We shall then return to your Ship or Accommodation. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like to customize this tour.
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Our transport method is by my Mercedes Benz GLE AMG, all leather, A/Conditioning, panoramic windows and roof, with privacy glass. I can carry a maximum of 6 passengers in my Mercedes Benz V class AMG people carrier, A/C, panoramic windows, panoramic roof, all seats recline,
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