Private tour in Glasgow David R

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5.0

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David R.

5.0

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My name is David, I have been providing clients with private tours of Scotland since early 2016. I am hugely passionate about Scotland and was born in a small town called Hamilton, just east of Glasgow although I have stayed in Paisley (Scotland's largest town) since 1992. I am extremely fortunate that in 2016 I was able to change my career and become a driver / guide, my dream job. I drive a very comfortable Mercedes Benz People Carrier which can easily seat up to six guests. My vehicle is equipped with free Wi-Fi, a small refrigerator and a good selection of complementary soft drinks and snacks. I appreciate my clients might only have a short time to spend in Scotland and I will do my utmost to ensure I meet their requirements; I am totally flexible in my approach and happy to make last minute changes to the itinerary if for example the weather was unkind on the day of the tour. I offer Day Trips from Glasgow and Greenock Cruise Terminal, to Loch Lomond, Inveraray, Oban (Scotland's seafood capital) Glencoe, Stirling, The Kelpies and the Falkirk Wheel. However, do feel free to get in touch if you have a specific requirement to visit a particular place and I will do my very best to accommodate you. Every tour I offer can be amended to meet my client's specific requirements. It's extremely important to me that I don't just provide "standard" tours, I like to engage with my customers and plan every tour around their specific needs and requirements. I have full Public Liability insurance and Chauffeur Insurance (mandatory in the UK) On request I can provide child car seats and also a portable step to assist any clients with mobility issues. Covid-19 Vaccinations - I am fully vaccinated as per the Scottish Government guidance. The rates quoted for all my tours exclude any entry fees that you may incur during the tour. We provide free refreshments but meals are excluded from the published rates.

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Overview of your Glasgow tour

Is there a particular place you would like to visit in Scotland? Are you struggling to find a suitable tour? Perhaps you have a particular requirement or family connections to an area and would like to explore your roots? Why not get in touch, we can work together to create a unique individual excursion around your needs and requirements. Rather than offering my clients a "fixed" itinerary, I can work with you to create a "bespoke itinerary" based on your specific requirements. If for example, you wanted to visit a particular town in Scotland, using my local knowledge I can take you there and share my local knowledge and experience of the area. Utilising my executive Mercedes Benz V Class with a passenger capacity of six people, I can create an itinerary around a particular destination you would like to visit.

Recent Reviews

Marsha F.United States
2 days ago

David R. met me on time with my cruise disembarkation in a clean, comfortable Mercedes - and his appearance dressed in traditional Scottish attire really set the tone for a fun day. He had designed a full day tour incorporating my desire to see top sites in Glasgow plus a drive to Stirling Castle. Stops were efficient in order to cover the territory -city and countryside! As a solo traveler, it may be costly, but absolutely no regrets as I enjoyed a truly memorable day with a very genial, organized and extremely knowledgeable guide whose love of history, culture, and heritage was compelling. Lunch at a small Glasgow pub allowed a sampling of classic Scottish food - haggis not my favorite but the cullen skink soup was delicious. He even incorporated an unplanned museum stop that I really appreciated when he learned about my background. David truly instilled in me a sincere fondness for Scotland with that wonderful day!

Maureen S.United States
1 week ago

This being our first trip to Scotland, choosing David as our guide was one of the best decisions we could have made in planning our trip. Traveling with our 3 young adult grandsons and having 3 days in Glasgow before meeting up with our granddaughter in the Highlands gave us a perfect amount of time to explore. David with his joyful and enthusiastic personality and his wealth of knowledge of Scotland made our 3 days wonderful. With a bit of our own input and great suggestions from David our tours with him could not have been more perfect. David was especially mindful to plan outings that our grandsons would especially enjoy, and they surely did. Riding in his roomy, very comfortable 7 passenger van also made our travels that much more pleasant. Thank you again David! Warm Regards, The Seidner's

Maureen S.United States
1 week ago

This being our first trip to Scotland, choosing David as our guide was one of the best decisions we could have made in planning our trip. Traveling with our 3 young adult grandsons and having 3 days in Glasgow before meeting up with our granddaughter in the Highlands gave us a perfect amount of time to explore. David with his joyful and enthusiastic personality and his wealth of knowledge of Scotland made our 3 days wonderful. With a bit of our own input and great suggestions from David our tours with him could not have been more perfect. David was especially mindful to plan outings that our grandsons would especially enjoy, and they surely did. Riding in his roomy, very comfortable 7 passenger van also made our travels that much more pleasant. Thank you again David! Warm Regards, The Seidner's

Jason Z.United States
2 weeks ago

We had an absolutely fantastic experience with David. He was punctual, incredibly accommodating, and went above and beyond to make sure our family had a wonderful day. We had our two young children with us, and he thoughtfully had chocolates and juices waiting for them when he arrived. He was also happy to join us on a beautiful hike, where he took photos along the way and even put together a little photo package for us afterward. He was flexible enough to take a few detours and tailor the day to what we wanted to see, and his knowledge of Scotland was truly impressive. We had such a memorable time and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, thoughtful, and genuinely outstanding guide.

Heather S.United States
June 2026

An excellent driver and tour guide--definitely went above and beyond!

Deborah B.United States
June 2026

David is one of the best tour guides I have had the pleasure to work with. Always punctual, professional, flexible and knowledgeable. Whenever I visit Scotland he is the first guide I reach out to with ideas of what I would like to see/do and he comes back with a winner each and every time.

Your Glasgow tour itinerary

- Collection from an agreed pick-up point, Glasgow Hotel, Glasgow City Centre, Glasgow Airport, Greenock Ocean Cruise Terminal etc. normally around 09:00hrs, up to six passengers can join the tour, - With a mixture of a "must see location" and my local knowledge we can create a very bespoke individual tour. - Is there a particular place you would like to see? Maybe a castle, a particular tourist attraction, a distillery, family history, just want to go off the beaten track etc? - I can offer you dedicated services around 8 - 9 hours per tour, provided extensive local knowledge along with a luxurious car and we can travel up to 200 miles per excursion. Contact in advance is a must for this tour, so please use the 'message guide' button to contact me for a customised tour.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

I will drive you in my Mercedes-Benz V Class high specification with Captains seats, air con, fridge, and WiFi.

What's included
Other: - Refreshments - Wi-Fi - Snacks
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. - Entry fees to tourist attractions on the tour.
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Meeting location

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Airport: ,Cruise: Greenock Ocean Cruise Terminal,ByGuide:

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Off The Beaten Path
History
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Tour reference number
1074864
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Glasgow best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want a personalized experience in Scotland. Whether you have specific places in mind, family connections to explore, or simply want to go off the beaten track, David R. can tailor the tour to your needs. It's also suitable for families, as it's kid-friendly.

Can this private tour in Glasgow be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?

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