Discover Edinburgh's top landmarks in comfort with Aura Journeys' private 7-hour tour. Enjoy seamless transportation and insights from a local Scottish chauffeur—perfect for seeing the city hassle-free.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, as the tour involves minimal walking and comfortable vehicle travel.
Wildlife
History
Edinburgh Castle has guarded the city since at least the 12th century, serving as a royal residence and military stronghold.
Conservation
Aura Journeys emphasizes minimizing environmental impact by maintaining a small group size and supporting local businesses.
Aura Journeys
Discover Edinburgh's top landmarks in comfort with Aura Journeys' private 7-hour tour. Enjoy seamless transportation and insights from a local Scottish chauffeur—perfect for seeing the city hassle-free.
Aura Journeys operates private day tours across Scotland, offering chauffeur-guided itineraries that focus on flexibility, local knowledge and comfort. The company arranges a wide range of private tours — from full-day 12-hour excursions to half-day and 8–9 hour experiences — covering iconic destinations such as Loch Ness, Stirling, St. Andrews, Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Glenfinnan and the Scottish Borders.
Each tour description emphasizes a knowledgeable local chauffeur, private door-to-door service and complimentary amenities where noted, including onboard Wi‑Fi and bottled water on selected itineraries. Several whisky-focused tours visit well-known distilleries such as Blair Athol and The Glenturret. Outlander-themed itineraries include stops at filming locations like Doune Castle and Linlithgow Palace. City options cover Edinburgh and Glasgow private day tours along with curated drives through the Highlands and Lowlands.
Aura Journeys is featured on The Adventure Collective, and listings highlight the provider’s specialization in private, chauffeur-led day tours throughout Scotland. Tour summaries enable visitors to select experiences by theme — whisky, history, landscapes or film locations — while maintaining the private, customizable format that defines the company’s service offerings.
Tours Offered
21 unique itineraries
Private day tours across Scotland
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Listed on The Adventure Collective
Local Chauffeurs
Door-to-door service
Private chauffeur-guided tours
Tour Lengths
Half to full day
From half-day to 12-hour private tours
Check availability for chauffeur-led Loch Ness, whisky, Outlander, Highlands and city tours and secure a tailored private itinerary.
Wear layered clothing
Scottish weather can change quickly, so dressing in layers will keep you comfortable throughout the day.
Arrive early
Be ready at your pickup spot ahead of time to make the most of the tailored itinerary and avoid delays.
Bring a camera or smartphone
Capture panoramic views from the Forth Bridges and historic sites along the Royal Mile.
Stay hydrated
With complimentary bottled water provided, remember to drink regularly during the tour.
Comfortable walking shoes
Good shoes will help in case you want to walk around or take extra time at key sites.
Weatherproof jacket
Protects against unexpected rain and wind during parts of the tour.
spring|fall|winter
Camera or smartphone
Capture scenic views and historic landmarks along the route.
Sunscreen or hat
Shield yourself from UV rays during the sunny months.
summer