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- English
Make the most of your day with a 6 hour private tour exploring castles, villages, and scenic estuary views. Travel in comfort with your English-speaking driver in a spacious, air-conditioned vehicle equipped with Wi Fi and bottled water.
Begin at the Forth Bridges Viewpoint for sweeping panoramas of Scotland’s iconic engineering landmarks. Continue to Blackness Castle, a dramatic fortress perched on the Firth of Forth. Stop at Linlithgow Palace (viewpoint or exterior), once a royal residence and birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. End with a tranquil drive through Cramond Village and Promenade, where you can enjoy a coastal walk or relax at a seaside café.
This private, fully customizable experience offers the perfect mix of history, scenery, and relaxation just beyond Edinburgh.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.
Itinerary
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1Edinburgh
Hotel pickup. Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Edinburgh at a convenient time of your choice.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Forth Bridges Viewpoint (Queensferry). Take in panoramic views of Scotland’s three striking bridges spanning centuries of engineering innovation.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Blackness Castle
Blackness Castle (exterior visit). Known as "the ship that never sailed," this fortress offers dramatic waterfront views and medieval charm.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Linlithgow Palace
Linlithgow Palace (exterior or viewpoint). Gaze upon the majestic ruins of a royal birthplace nestled beside a peaceful loch.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
5
Cramond Village & Promenade. Stroll through a quaint coastal village with Roman roots and scenic waterfront paths.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Linlithgow Palace has an average entrance fee of £10 (≈ €11.50) for travelers who want to visit the interior .
- Entrance fees are not included in our pricing because all stops are optional. Our local drivers share their insights and, together with the traveler, decide the tour schedule and stop durations—even during the ride. This flexibility is a core part of our experience. Prepaying entrance fees would restrict this freedom by binding travelers to a fixed itinerary and timing, which goes against the customizable nature of our tours.
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Linlithgow Palace has an average entrance fee of £10 (≈ €11.50) for travelers who want to visit the interior .
- Entrance fees are not included in our pricing because all stops are optional. Our local drivers share their insights and, together with the traveler, decide the tour schedule and stop durations—even during the ride. This flexibility is a core part of our experience. Prepaying entrance fees would restrict this freedom by binding travelers to a fixed itinerary and timing, which goes against the customizable nature of our tours.
- For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 4-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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