Private Tours of Scotland, 5-Star Owner-Guided Adventures

Meet Your Personal Scottish Tour Guide

Firstly, let me introduce myself. My name is Graeme, your personal Scottish tour guide and owner of Kilted Piper Tours.

I am passionate about all things Scottish and hail from the glorious, scenic Dumfries and Galloway region, in the South West of Scotland. I have lived for many years now in the beautiful coastline of Ayrshire, which also boasts the birthplace of our famous national bard, Robert Burns.

I have a unique approach to private Scottish tour guiding, as I not only offer the historical facts and timelines, but I am also a great storyteller.

I marvel at Scottish history – Kings and Queens, murder, corruption and all the folklore embroiled in wonderful stories. I bring these tales to life and enjoy the pleasure my private Scotland tour groups get from our Scottish adventures.

In addition, I always travel in full authentic Highland dress, and you will be treated to traditional Scottish bagpipe music at selected scenic locations.

Why People Choose Private Tours of Scotland with Kilted Piper Tours

• Guaranteed Departures as arranged, regardless of whether numbers are reduced in the group.

• Travel with your own selected private group, no one else.

• Exclusive Private Experiences.

• Flexibility of itinerary alterations due to weather/abilities or changes in group circumstances.

• Maximise your time – it’s your day your way.

• Travel with a native Scot, in full highland dress, not replica outfits.

• Expert local knowledge – Recommended accommodation, restaurants, quaint drinking establishments and afternoon tea shops.

• Personal Tour Guide Interaction – Experience and Knowledge, not scripted information.

• Door-to-door service – point-to-point pick up and drop off to suit your group’s requirements. You can opt to start your Scotland private tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh and complete it at any city, town or village in Scotland.

• You deal directly with one person from the enquiry stage, right until the day of your tour. No call centre or call waiting. Emails are replied to within 24 hours of receiving them.

Custom Tours of Scotland – Design Your Perfect Journey

Your custom tour of Scotland can be truly flexible to fit in with your interests, abilities, and needs, as you require. This allows photographic opportunities, outdoor activities, lunches and comfort breaks when desired. It also makes time for those quirky little old pubs, exploring glens and forests, dining like royalty in castles, or just simply enjoying a stroll along a sandy coastline.

Already know what you want to see?

Many visitors arrive with their itinerary already planned – specific castles you want to visit, distilleries you’ve researched, or ancestral villages you’re keen to explore. Perfect! Share your plans with me, and I’ll provide expert local knowledge to bring your itinerary to life.

I can advise on the best times to visit attractions, recommend authentic lunch stops along your route, identify scenic photo opportunities you might not know about, and share insider tips that only a native Scot would know. Your pre-planned itinerary benefits from my expertise in Scottish roads, weather considerations, realistic timing between locations, and hidden gems along your route.

Starting from scratch?

No problem at all. Working directly with me, Graeme, your custom itinerary develops through friendly consultation. Share your Scotland wishlist, mention any mobility considerations, indicate your budget preferences, and I’ll design a custom route that exceeds expectations.

Complete flexibility

Unlike rigid tour packages, your custom Scotland experience can adapt along the way. Discovered a fascinating location? Let’s spend more time exploring. Is the weather perfect for Highland photography? I’ll adjust the schedule. Found a charming village? We’ll stop and investigate.

You also have the advantage of travelling with your own selected group of friends, family, or work colleagues, and not having to tolerate strangers or interact with others when you would rather admire the scenery.

Expert local recommendations

Utilise my expert local knowledge – I can recommend hotels, bed and breakfast establishments, and self-catering accommodation to suit your budget. If your time is limited, I can also advise on authentic ancient drovers’ pubs, quirky cafes, or good old Scottish takeaway fish and chip shops.

Choose your departure point (Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews, or cruise terminal), select tour duration from day tours to 7-day adventures, and incorporate your specific interests – clan heritage, whisky distilleries, Outlander locations, golf, photography, or whatever captures your imagination.

Bespoke Tours of Scotland – Completely Personalised Experiences

Bespoke tours of Scotland designed to create your dream Scottish journey with fully personalised experiences around your unique preferences. Where you and your party can explore Scotland’s most exclusive locations through completely customised itineraries that larger tour groups simply cannot access.

Bespoke Scotland Experiences off the Beaten Path

I specialise in creating bespoke routes tailored to your interests. Rather than following standard tourist paths, you can experience Scotland’s most spectacular and challenging drives, including the breathtaking Snow Road traversing up to 2,199 feet, the Highest Public Road in Britain, from Blairgowrie to Granton on Spey.

This exclusive route journeys through 90 miles of dramatic Scottish landscapes. I’ll navigate the steep climbs, blind summits, hairpin bends, and single-track roads through the Eastern Cairngorms National Park, terrain that standard tour coaches cannot handle.

Your bespoke Scotland tour can include exclusive experiences not found in standard itineraries: private access to historic estates, neo-Gothic houses, enchanting forest walks, and secluded Highland locations chosen specifically for your group’s interests.

Bespoke premium experiences

Private Birds of Prey handling sessions, archery instruction, clay pigeon shooting, and guided fly fishing. Exclusive whisky tastings and “Art of Whisky Making Experience” at Ballindalloch Distillery in Speyside. Private golf lessons on world-class Scottish courses, or access to exclusive venues tailored to your passions.

Your bespoke tour is designed around your specific desires and interests, creating truly personalised memory-making moments that reflect your vision of the perfect Scottish adventure.

Personalise your Bespoke Tour

An additional benefit of selecting a bespoke tour is that you have the option of designing your personalised itinerary your own way, incorporating your group’s interests, abilities and timescales. This allows you to optimise your Scottish experiences in the time you have visiting our spectacular country.

With my expert local knowledge, I can recommend accommodations to suit your budget and authentic dining experiences from ancient drovers’ pubs to quirky Scottish cafes.

Luxury Private Tours of Scotland – Executive Comfort & Premium Service

Experience luxury private tours of Scotland with executive-level comfort throughout your journey. My premium Ford Tourneo Custom long wheelbase provides spacious luxury seating for up to 8 passengers, featuring climate control, individual device charging ports, and exceptional legroom for longer scenic journeys through Scotland’s stunning scenery.

Premium Luxury Vehicle – Executive Comfort

The premium Ford Tourneo Custom long wheelbase accommodates up to 8 passengers in spacious, luxurious seating, with climate control and individual charging ports for your devices. The extended wheelbase ensures exceptional legroom and comfort for longer journeys through Scotland’s scenic routes.

This professional touring vehicle provides premium comfort for all ages, featuring child seats upon request and ample space for mobility equipment and luggage. I maintain the vehicle to the highest standards of cleanliness and comfort, allowing you to travel at your preferred pace without the constraints of group tour schedules.

This executive travel experience complements the personalised service that defines your luxury Scottish adventure.

Luxury Experiences included

Your luxury Scotland tour includes complimentary traditional Scottish bagpipe performances at scenic Highland locations – an exclusive experience you’ll treasure. You’ll also enjoy complimentary whisky tasting experiences throughout your journey, introducing you to Scotland’s finest drams.

As your owner-guide, I personally lead every tour in authentic Highland dress, ensuring consistent excellence and genuine Highland hospitality. Complete door-to-door service from your accommodation eliminates transport worries. I’ll pick you up and drop you off without any hassle.

Luxury without compromise

No rigid schedules, no strangers, no compromises, just personalised luxury touring designed around you. Travel at your preferred pace, stop where you wish, and experience Scotland’s spectacular landscapes from executive comfort.

From initial consultation through to farewell, you receive personal attention from me, the business owner who was born, bred, and breathes Scotland. This premium service attracts discerning travellers who appreciate the difference between standard tours and truly luxurious Scottish experiences.

Our Private Tours of Scotland are in High Demand

As a small family-owned business, I personally lead every tour, which means dates are limited. You can check our excellent customer reviews on TripAdvisor, Facebook, and Google Reviews from travellers worldwide who’ve experienced the difference of owner-guided tours.

Unlike large tour operators with multiple drivers, you’re guaranteed to travel with me, Graeme, ensuring the same exceptional standard on every journey. Many of my clients return year after year, and some have become close friends – that’s the personal connection you get with owner-guided tours.

Book early to secure your preferred dates for your Scottish adventure, especially during peak season (May-September). I respond to all enquiries within 24 hours and look forward to designing your perfect Scotland experience.

Plan Your Private Scotland Tour

Ready to explore Scotland with an owner-guide who’ll bring your Scottish adventure to life? I’d love to hear about your interests and help design your perfect itinerary.

You can select from our featured tours below and customise them to your preferences, or we can design something completely unique around your Scotland wishlist. Whether you’re interested in clan heritage, whisky distilleries, Outlander locations, dramatic landscapes, or hidden gems off the beaten track, I’ll create an unforgettable journey tailored specifically for you.

I respond to all enquiries within 24 hours. No call centres, no waiting – you deal directly with me from your first enquiry through to the day of your tour. Let’s start planning your Scottish adventure today.

Our comprehensive 7-day private tour explores Scotland’s full diversity – from Highland glens and the Isle of Mull to the Cairngorms landscapes, St Andrews university town, and Fife’s coastal villages. This extended journey allows time to experience Scotland’s landscapes, heritage sites, and cultural traditions without the rush. Perfect for travellers seeking in-depth exploration beyond the typical highlights.

5-Day Scotland Tour: Isle of Bute, Highlands & Loch Ness

Our 5-day private tour captures Scotland’s iconic highlights – from Puck’s Glen forest and Mount Stuart House on the Isle of Bute to Glencoe, Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield, and Stirling Castle. Perfect for first-time visitors or travellers with limited time seeking an immersive introduction to Scotland’s landscapes and heritage.

Isle of Mull Tours from Edinburgh or Glasgow

Isle of Skye Tours from Edinburgh or Glasgow

Experience Scotland’s most iconic island on our private Isle of Skye tours. Departing from Edinburgh or Glasgow, explore dramatic landscapes, ancient castles, the Fairy Pools, and award-winning distilleries. Flexible 3-7 day itineraries designed around your interests.

Frequently Asked Questions About Private Tours of Scotland

What makes your private tours different from other Scottish tour companies?

Unlike large tour operators with rotating hired drivers, I’m the owner and personally lead every tour in authentic Highland dress. You’ll experience traditional bagpipe performances at scenic locations, complimentary whisky tastings, and genuine Scottish storytelling from someone who was born, bred, and breathes Scotland. Every tour is a personal experience, not a scripted presentation.

How many people can you accommodate?

My luxury Ford Tourneo Custom comfortably accommodates up to 8 passengers with executive seating, climate control, individual device charging ports, and exceptional legroom. The extended wheelbase ensures comfort for longer journeys, with ample space for luggage and mobility equipment. Child seats are available upon request.

For larger groups (9-16 passengers), I can coordinate with a trusted fellow tour guide in a second vehicle, ensuring your entire party travels together while maintaining the same personal service and authentic Scottish experience you’d expect from Kilted Piper Tours.

Do you offer both day tours and multi-day tours?

Yes! I offer day tours from Glasgow exploring the Highlands, lochs, and castles, as well as multi-day tours (2-7 days) from Edinburgh, Glasgow, or St Andrews.

For clients seeking more extensive exploration, I’ve conducted tours ranging from 10-14 days, allowing time to experience Scotland’s diverse regions at a relaxed pace – from the Highlands and Islands to historic cities and hidden coastal gems.

If you’re considering a longer journey, I’d love to design a comprehensive itinerary that captures everything Scotland has to offer. All tours include complete door-to-door service – I’ll collect you from your accommodation and return you without any hassle.

Can we customise our itinerary?

Absolutely! Whether you arrive with a detailed itinerary or want me to design everything from scratch, I’ll create a route tailored to your interests, abilities, and timescales. We can even adjust plans during your tour if you discover somewhere fascinating or weather conditions suggest a better alternative.

What’s included in your tours?

All tours include my owner-guided service in Highland dress, traditional bagpipe performances at scenic Highland locations, complimentary whisky tasting experiences, luxury vehicle transport with executive comfort, and complete door-to-door service. I handle all driving, navigation, and logistics so you can relax and enjoy Scotland.

How far in advance should we book?

As a one-person operation, I recommend booking as early as possible to secure your preferred dates. Many clients book 6-12 months in advance, particularly for peak season (May-September).

For tours to the Isle of Skye or Orkney, accommodation can be booked up to a year in advance during the summer months, so early planning is essential. Even for mainland tours, popular dates fill quickly.

That said, I’m sometimes available for last-minute tours if my schedule and accommodation allow – it’s always worth getting in touch to ask, even if your travel dates are approaching soon.

Do you help with accommodation recommendations?

Yes! I can recommend hotels, bed and breakfast establishments, and self-catering accommodation to suit your budget. I know authentic ancient drovers’ pubs, quirky cafes, and excellent restaurants throughout Scotland. While I cannot package accommodation (due to legal requirements for licensed tour guides), I’m happy to assist with recommendations and bookings.

What if weather affects our plans?

Scotland’s weather is famously changeable! I monitor forecasts closely and can adjust itineraries to make the most of conditions. If rain threatens an outdoor activity, we’ll reschedule or find indoor alternatives. Flexibility is one of the key advantages of private tours – we adapt to ensure you have the best possible experience.

Can you accommodate special dietary requirements or mobility needs?

Absolutely. Let me know about any dietary requirements, mobility considerations, or accessibility needs during our consultation. I’ll recommend appropriate restaurants, plan accessible routes, and ensure your tour comfortably accommodates your requirements.

What areas of Scotland do you cover?

I cover all of Scotland! From the Highlands and Islands (Skye, Mull, Orkney) to the Central Belt (Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling), from the dramatic West Coast to the historic East Coast, and everywhere in between. If there’s somewhere in Scotland you want to visit, I can get you there.