private tours of scotland

Fraser has been part of Scottish tourism since 2008, starting out in tourist information before moving into guiding. He brings Scotland's landscapes to life through history, myth and legend — with the odd pop culture reference thrown in for good measure.

Originally from South Africa, Ashleigh now calls the Scottish Borders home and has been guiding tours here for 6 years. She loves this dramatic, magical country more with every trip, and can't wait to share her excitement and knowledge with you.

Stewart, from Glasgow, has spent many years in Scottish tourism and loves showing travellers the best of the country's history, scenery, wildlife and whisky. Expect a bit of fun along the way too, including a crash course in the Scottish accent — Slàinte!

We're hiring! We're looking for guides with 10+ years' experience, a clean licence and an unwavering commitment to safety and punctuality. Got what it takes? Send us your CV — we'd love to talk.

Originally from Northern Ireland, Catty came to Scotland to study photography and fell into tour guiding — she's never looked back. For ten years she's shared Scotland's landscapes, history and hidden gems, helping guests experience the country beyond the guidebooks.

Barney graduated from the University of Edinburgh with a degree in history, having worked as a walking tour guide and co-founded the university's first comedy society while studying. That mix of history and storytelling means you'll learn plenty on tour with him — and be thoroughly entertained along the way.

Known as Swain, Andrew brings a diverse background in customer service, education, theatre and tourism to every tour. A passionate historian and natural storyteller, he never tires of sharing the sights of Scotland — there's always another story just around the corner.

Ben started out as an actor with a passion for performance and storytelling, before finding his calling as a tour guide in his beloved Glasgow. He's spent years showing visitors from around the world the beauty of Scotland — and making them fall in love with it just as much as he has.

After 15 years with one of Scotland's major tour operators, Michael set out to offer a more personal, focused experience. He loves connecting with people from all backgrounds and guiding them through Scotland's most fascinating destinations, each with its own blend of history and charm.