Sustainable Private Tour of Scotland

Arrive in Scotland and make the journey to Glasgow city and check into your accommodation. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure.

Overnight in Glasgow
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In the morning, meet with your private chauffeur guide who will accompany you over the next few days. The vehicle will be an electric-powered Tesla or similar which has zero emissions and promotes a sustainable way to showcase Scotland. Included in your tour will be Pollok House, one of Scotland’s grandest properties in which the National Trust for Scotland’s formation was first debated; Riverside Museum; and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, which contains an unbelievable 8,000 items.

Overnight in Glasgow
Tenon Recommends: Voco Grand Central Hotel

Set off for Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands with your private driver guide. Your first stop will be at Glengoyne Distillery which has won numerous green awards through its 100% locally-sourced recyclable packaging and waste treatment procedure in which they utilize their very own wetlands. Later, you will visit Hill House which was heavily designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. The building is undergoing an extensive 10-year conservation program to preserve the building and ensure its legacy remains in tact for future generations.

Overnight in Glencoe
Tenon Recommends: Kinghouse Hotel

Next, you have the full day to further explore this fascinating area. Visit the Glencoe Visitor Centre for tips on hiking routes if you are happy to go at it alone. Otherwise, enjoy a private guided hike to get the most out of your time in this region. Your guide can offer a range of walks and hikes to cater to all levels.

Overnight in Glencoe
Tenon Recommends: Kinghouse Hotel

This leg of your journey will see you cross over to Highland Perthshire via Blair Castle & Gardens. This beautiful castle has centuries of history to enthrall you as you also learn about their conservation efforts, from the restoration of historic gardens to the maintenance of wildlife areas for red squirrels and black grouse. In the town of Pitlochry, you will visit Pitlochry Dam Visitor Centre where you will learn about the history of hydroelectric power in Scotland. The Dam itself was built in the late 1940s and provides electricity to over 15,000 homes.

Overnight in Highland Perthshire area
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Depart for Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital. On your way, stop at Aberfeldy in Perthshire where you will arrive at Highland Safaris. Here, your expert guide will help you spot red deer, grouse and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Learn about the importance of preserving the environment for these wild animals from a company that is committed to sustainable activity through economic benefits to the local community, carbon offset and the safeguarding of wide spaces in Scotland. You may wish to round the experience off by adding a private picnic to be enjoyed in a mountain bothy (an unattended shelter open to anyone).

Once in Edinburgh, check in to your accommodation and head over to the Scotch Whisky Experience to learn about whisky production throughout Scotland while comparing and contrasting the difference between the various regions. You will then enjoy a 5-course Scottish tasting menu within the Amber restaurant from locally-sourced suppliers.

Overnight in Edinburgh
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On your last full day in Scotland, join your private driver-guide for a tour of this magnificent city. Your first visit will be to The Royal Yacht Britannia, which once transported the Queen and British royalty across the globe. Make your way up and down the various decks as you peek into the grandeur of the staterooms, the vast engine rooms and the crew quarters. Then, onwards to the Old Town where your guide will regale you of legends and truths of Edinburgh’s colorful past. Meander through the old ‘closes’ and cobbled streets as you reach the pinnacle of Edinburgh Castle at the head of the Royal Mile. Tour this majestic fortress where you can witness the Scottish Crown Jewels (Honours of Scotland), National War Museum and Mon’s Meg.

Overnight in Edinburgh
Tenon Recommends: Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Return to your departure point to head home with memories that will last a lifetime, or continue onward for more adventures!