Want to get out there and explore Scotland and its stories for yourself? Well I’m here to help with a Scotland’s Stories private guided tour! Sit back in comfort and let me do all the hard work, regaling you with myths, legends and history as we go.
Every guided tour is bespoke, based around your interests and how long you have to spend. In love with ancient standing stones? Fan of folklore? Healthy obsession for history hunting? Whether you’re looking for chapels or castles, islands or mountains, history or whisky, I can help you find it!
Lots of tour companies will tell you that they know all the “off the beaten track” locations or hidden gems, but if you’ve been following me on social media then you already know I back that up! Exploring Scotland is what I love doing and sharing it in person with somebody like you makes it even better.
On a Scotland’s Stories Guided Tour, I can’t guarantee good weather, but I can guarantee a trip full of laughter, wonder and memories that will last forever. And probably a lot of bad jokes, although that hasn’t stopped me being awarded the Tripadvisor Traveller’s Choice Award!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much does a tour cost?
Every tour is bespoke and therefore so is the cost. Get in touch with as many details as possible and I will prepare a quote!
What’s included in the price?
A bespoke itinerary, all fuel costs and even a few snacks although you will need to purchase or bring your own lunch. Due to regulations, accommodation cannot be included but I can offer advice.
How many can join a tour?
Up to four people can join a tour, adults or children.
How long does a tour last?
Since each tour is bespoke, that’s up to you! If you want to leave at dawn and return in darkness then we’ll make that happen. If you want a long lie and to be home by 5pm, then that’s no problem.
Where does the tour start?
Anywhere you want! I live in Edinburgh, but if you want picked up from Glasgow then dropped off in Pitlochry at the end of the day, I can include that in your price.
Where will we go on the tour?
The tour will be planned around your interests, so almost anywhere! I’ll discuss what’s feasible to achieve in the time you have, bearing in mind that a daytrip from Edinburgh will have its limitations.
Will Molly the dog be joining us?
Depending on our itinerary, Molly might be able to join us! If dogs aren’t your thing then don’t worry, she’s equally happy staying at home!
Don’t just take my word for it though, here are some comments from previous guests on Scotland’s Stories Tours:
Being my first time in Scotland, I researched many tour possibilities until finally I met Graeme. And I definitely made the best choice!
Graeme is a highly knowledgeable... read more and passitionate history guide! What he delivers is not just a tour, it’s a tailored experience, where you get the opportunity to emmerse yourself on this amazingly bonnie and brave country that is Scotland. He will look after you, and he fully dedicates himself to make sure you are getting the best experience. Between whiskey drams, hikes, enchanted places, castles, waterfalls, kirkyards, battle fields, breathtaking landscapes and even face dipping (lol) This experience with Graeme was absolutely the best! So I can’t recommend him enough. You are going to have an absolutely special time if you are lucky to go on a tour with him!
And to top it all he is releasing his new book on October this year and I can’t wait to get my hands on it. Tapadh leat Graeme!
Gabriela A September 1, 2023
Brilliant experience! - When we were contemplating our family's trip to Scotland, we weren't sure how to make the most of our time. A friend suggested we connect with Graeme as she'd... read more had a fabulous time touring with him. We met with Graeme over Zoom and provided him with some general ideas of what we hoped to experience. From this basic information, Graeme created a fantastic two day itinerary that considered our interests as well as those of our 11 year old. Graeme also helped us plan the rest of our time in Scotland to ensure we experienced everything we hoped to. He made himself available for any questions we had, both before and during our trip. He was open to modifying our itinerary on the fly when opportunities presented themselves. Graeme is a kind, witty, and very knowledgeable person. The stories he shared with us brought the places we visited to life. We felt like we were exploring with a friend. It was clear that Graeme loves his country and wanted to share it with us. Having Molly adventuring with us was an added bonus. When reflecting on our trip, I asked our 11 year old what his favorite memory of Scotland was and he said, "seeing all the neat places with Graeme and hearing the stories. Oh, and spending time together as a family." I think continuously slipping Molly treats landed somewhere between those, though I don't think we were meant to know the extent that happened. When we have an opportunity to return to Scotland, we will definitely be looking to tour with Graeme again.
Tracey C October 25, 2023
Hands down, the BEST way to tour Scotland! - Spent three wonderful days this week with Graeme and Molly touring some amazing places throughout Scotland. Graeme listened intently when we described the type of tour experience we were looking... read more for, and he customized the perfect itinerary for our group. He even included some brilliant surprises along the way. We could listen to him share stories of Scotland 24/7! Graeme is quite knowledgeable, charming, and has a great sense of humour. If you're looking for a customized personal tour of Scotland that you'll never forget, you'll want to book with Graeme ASAP.
AZMamaRama June 10, 2023
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