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Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★
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Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★
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From $111.20

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Safety measures
icon2 to 4 hours  (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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iconOffered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds

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Overview

Visiting an unfamiliar city without knowing anyone there usually means relying on travel guides. Get a more personal experience in Edinburgh by spending time with a local Edinburgher who customizes your private, bespoke tour to your own interests. Go off the beaten path and discover locals' favorite spots.
  • Spend time with a local Edinburgher, not just a tour guide
  • Private tour exclusively for your party: Create your own bespoke itinerary
  • Flexibility to customize your tour to your own interests
  • Discover off-the-beaten path spots missed by most visitors
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Private and personalized experience
2 to 4 hours with a local guide
Pick-up from your accommodation (within a reasonable distance)
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Departure Point

Unit 13 Princes St, Waverley Steps, Edinburgh EH1 1BQ, UK

Upon booking a different meeting point can be arranged (e.g. your hotel/accommodation), however this MUST be confirmed and agreed by the experience planners in advance.

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Itineraries are fully personalized so any additional requirements like tickets, transportation and food & drinks can be arranged for an additional cost
  • Private groups are normally no larger than 6 people (if your group is larger, please make this known so that arrangements can be made)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • OPERATED BY City Unscripted
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • 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.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
See all safety measures taken by Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★.
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What is the policy on sanitization during Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★?
A:The policy on sanitization is:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
See all safety measures taken by Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★.
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What is the social distancing policy during Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems ★★★★★.

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star-5
Best way to see the city!
Georgianne G
, Oct 2018
Z was our guide and she fit everything into our half day tour. She was so informative and shows us a great day. Making food suggestions for later and points of interest to visit again
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Waste of time and money. Our guide...
Paul_W
, Jun 2018
Waste of time and money. Our guide Doug, who is 67 years old, showed no interest in taking us to actual highlights as we stated in our booking. It was a walking tour, which we understood upon booking, but he was not interested in stopping at places of interest to us. Walked so fast we had trouble keeping up. I could hardly get any photos, as he just wanted to keep going, and when he did stop, he walked right in front of my camera and blocked my photo shot. Kept stopping at street signs and explaining how it got its name, which is ok once, but not all the time. This was our first time in Scotland with very limited time so we really wanted and expected to see all the highlights as tourists do. This did not happen. He made this tour more about what he wanted to see, like a library or street sign. We walked and walked to lots of BORING places. Did not even show us the castle or anything that a tourist would want to see. He did not come prepared or organised, and when he met us at the hotel, had no clue where he would take us so had to figure it out as he went along. In the end, we cut this tour short by an hour as we had had enough. I definitely DO NOT recommend this tour. Save your money.
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star-5
Sarah was the single most wonderful...
Chelsea M
, Jan 2018
Sarah was the single most wonderful tour guide I have had in my lifetime of travelling 36 countries and counting! My boyfriend and I toured Edinburgh with her for an afternoon, and she was very knowledgeable and friendly! We learned so much about the city in our 4 hours with her. In the end, it felt like we truly made a new best friend. I cannot say enough about Sarah and highly recommend her for anyone looking for a fun and informative tour guide while in Scotland. Grazie mille, Sarah!
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Great Tour, I saw so much of...
tdavidson
, Nov 2017
Great Tour, I saw so much of Edinburgh in this four hour tour. Sarah is a very friendly and knowledgeable guide, I highly recommend this tour
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