About this tour
A private eight-hour driving tour of Edinburgh in a luxury Mercedes V-Class, guided by a local family-run operator who customises your route. Visit the medieval Old Town, Georgian New Town, and Holyroodhouse, with stops at Calton Hill for city views and the village lanes of Dean Village and Leith. Your driver provides live commentary throughout, and the vehicle includes WiFi, air conditioning, and refreshments.
Highlights
- Medieval Old Town closes and vennels on guided route
- Calton Hill viewpoint across the city and forth
- Georgian New Town's ordered squares and crescents
- Holyroodhouse palace and royal park grounds
- Dean Village's 19th-century mill cottages and Water of Leith
- Leith's harbour, docks, and neighbourhood character
- Tailored itinerary shaped to your interests
What to expect
Your driver collects you from your accommodation and spends the full day showing you Edinburgh's distinct quarters. You'll navigate narrow closes and historic streets of the Old Town, pause at elevated Calton Hill to absorb panoramic views, then move into the planned Georgian streets of the New Town. Holyroodhouse (Scotland's royal residence) and its surrounding park are included, though note that the King's Gallery operates seasonally—daily in summer, Thursday to Monday in winter with shorter opening hours. You'll also explore Dean Village's picturesque streets and finish in Leith, the working waterfront district. The pace is relaxed; commentary happens as you travel, allowing you to ask questions and adjust stops as you wish.
Good to know
Lunch is not included; plan stops at cafés or restaurants in Old Town or Leith. Holyroodhouse entry fees are separate. The vehicle is wheelchair accessible and equipped with infant seats and booster seats for children under 135cm. Service animals welcome. Gratuities are not included in the price.
Frequently asked
- How long does Edinburgh Unveiled: Luxury Private Driving Tour of Edinburgh take?
- Edinburgh Unveiled: Luxury Private Driving Tour of Edinburgh runs for approximately 8 hours.
- How much does Edinburgh Unveiled: Luxury Private Driving Tour of Edinburgh cost?
- Prices start from AUD $753 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Edinburgh Unveiled: Luxury Private Driving Tour of Edinburgh run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Edinburgh Unveiled: Luxury Private Driving Tour of Edinburgh?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.