Things to do in East Lothian, Scotland: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

April 23, 2022 Phylicia Berquist

Discover the best top things to do in East Lothian, United Kingdom including Outlander Tour, Borders and Alnwick Castle Tour from Edinburgh, Rosslyn Chapel, Scottish Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery from Edinburgh, Three Historic Castle's and a Pub Day Tour, Edinburgh Whisky Tour - Whisky Tasting and Distillery Tours, Private Golf Courses Luxury Day Trip, Private Roslyn Chapel and Melrose Abbey Luxury Day Trip, Full-Day Border Rover Tour with Private Driver, Full-Day Scottish Sightseeing Tour from Edinburgh, Edinburgh and Golf and Distillery Tour with Private Driver.
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1. Outlander Tour

7 George Square, Glasgow G1 3BU, UK Luxury S.E.A.T. Ltd
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Outlander is a massive worldwide show, huge production, loved by millions the whole world over, and filmed and shot on location here in Scotland at some of the most stunning and historic venues we have. So why don’t you book your exclusive, private and luxurious (in name but not in price) Outlander tour with us, and revel in making the show come to life. The tour is exclusively for you and your party and not shared with anyone else. It is designed to be enjoyed by between 1 to 7 people with your very own guide who will not only enthral you with your Outlander tour but will also introduce you to other wonderful sights and stories as you travel through our beautiful country here in Scotland. We have listed only some of the most popular Outlander destinations, but you can choose others. Our tours are either ½ day (4hrs), full day (8hrs), or multi day tours. We will pick you up from wherever you are (at the dock if you are off a cruise ship, at your hotel, guesthouse, holiday cottage..

Inclusions: Charging facilities for lap-tops, cell phones and tablets, Fresh bottled water is supplied on every trip, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Landing and facility fees, Restroom on board

Reviewed By willm491

We used Luxury SEAT for a very early morning airport transport. They are prompt friendly and highly professional. It was also great to see that they operate with a complete COVID free environment with their service and we were safely isolated from Paul our driver. Lots of space for passengers and luggage. We will be using them again

2. Borders and Alnwick Castle Tour from Edinburgh

Highland Experience Tours, Royal Mile, 1 Parliament Square, Edinburgh EH1 1RE, UK Highland Experience Tours
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A tour that takes you from Edinburgh over the border to England and back. You’ll have ample time to explore one of the UK’s best castles, Alnwick Castle, made famous by the Harry Potter films. Also, stop at Melrose Abbey in the Borders, on the magnificent east coast of Scotland.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Mercedes air-conditioned vehicle, panoramic windows

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Admissions

Reviewed By C1893GXsallyj

Amazing day tour to Loch Ness with Michael - he looked after us all well and told great stories & took us to stunning view points! I loved it and am keen to book another tour soon.

3. Rosslyn Chapel, Scottish Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery from Edinburgh

521-523 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PE, UK Timberbush Tours Edinburgh - Day Tours
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Explore the legends of Rosslyn Chapel and journey through the Scottish Lowlands on this borders tour. Discover Melrose Abbey, the fabled resting place of the heart of Robert the Bruce and take a 'tour and a taste' at Glenkinchie, a rare lowland whisky distillery.

Inclusions: Local guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By 167mahmoudm

A fantastic day with Neil our tour guide. A PLENTY of information in attractive way. Ask to go the trip with him. You deserve a trip like this with a fantastic tour guide like Neil. We saw 7 lochs, 4 castles, and two villages. Thank you Neil

4. Three Historic Castle's and a Pub Day Tour

Nicolson Tours

Completely flexible guided tours. We ensure our tours are crafted to our guests needs and wants. We always treat each guest as individuals and are sensitive to their wishes in order to make an unforgettable experience and lasting memories.

Inclusions: Personal Scottish guide., Private transportation

Exclusions: Tea, coffee, drinks, snack, meals and attraction entry fees.

5. Edinburgh Whisky Tour - Whisky Tasting and Distillery Tours

Malones Edinburgh, 242 Morrison St, Edinburgh EH3 8DT, UK Whiskywheels Tours

This private Whiskywheels tour is fantastic for those wishing to sample what the Lowland whisky distilleries have to offer. Delicate and fruity, Lowland whiskies are some of the most well respected in the whisky industry. Fully customizable tour. +++ We pick you up! +++ +++ We can usually manage around 4-6 stops depending on availability+++ We book and arrange the tour for you. Let us know what you want to do. The distilleries ask for a small fee for entry. Learn the history and entertaining tales from each distillery from local experts who know their whisky. Message us to pick your own itinerary or let us create it for you with your requirements. Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle with a reliable driver/guide who can point out sights on the way and provide assistance all day. With a quick turnaround between each distillery, there is less time on the road than any other whisky tour. 45 to 60 minutes for lunch at a Scottish style pub or Inn.

Inclusions: Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By 21pagon

This tour has 3 different and unique distilleries. Macallan was a must see for us and when you add Glenfiddich and Glenlivet it was a win. Each one was different enough to make the day interesting, fun and educational. I would not miss Glenlivet or Macallan. Ewan was a fantastic host, kept us on time, knowledgeable on the distilleries, shared his Scotland with us and pointed out “sight-seeing” opportunities as we drove through the Highlands. Prepare for a long day, but worth the investment if learning and experiencing the Scotch making process and history is important to you. The Highlands scenery was a bonus-beautiful country!

6. Private Golf Courses Luxury Day Trip

TRIPorganiser

We'll show you the birthplace of golf on this custom, private tour of some of the worlds oldest and most historically important courses. It'll suit you down to a "TEE" ........ A full day, custom designed just for you to visit at least 2 courses of your choice with plenty of time to shop, snap plenty of pictures and stop for lunch in one of the exclusive club houses along the way. As with everything Scottish, our team here at TRIPorganiser know all the best courses where you’re bound to strike a hole in one.

Inclusions: Door to door pick-up service, Bottled water for passengers, Live commentary and WiFi on board, Transportation in Luxury Mercedes Minivan

Exclusions: Lunch , Entry / Admission to attractions

Reviewed By pinaribr

We were a group of four and we spent 5 days in London and 5 days in Scotland. They booked and planned everything for us and sent us a plan with all the information that we needed (hotels, flight and train tickets, places to visit and restaurants).The plan was to guide us through Scotland with a private transportation so we were on our own in London but still they helped us book our hotel and gave us suggestions on what we can do in London. When we arrived in Edinburgh our tour guide picked us up from the train station and drove us to our hotel. And we travelled through Scotland for five days in wich we saw so many places that we couldn’t possibly manage to visit on our own. We could stop whenever we wanted to take pictures and ask questions about the places. Our tour guide planned everything and we only had to follow and after 5 days in London using only the underground for transportation someone guiding us through our journey was extremely nice. We could relax and enjoy the journey. So thank you for everything! It was a beautiful trip :)

7. Private Roslyn Chapel and Melrose Abbey Luxury Day Trip

TRIPorganiser

Join us to see one of the wonders of British architecture and the home of Scotlands renaissance saviour. Templar treasures, soaring abbeys and stately riverside mansions are all waiting to be discovered, along with a glass of Glenkinchie too! As our tours are more personal than some other tour providers, you will leave with a feeling of satisfaction knowing that you've seen what you wanted, how you wanted. Enjoy, relax and just switch off. Get to know the country and its people, immerse yourself in nature and tradition. At TRIPorganiser we know where to find something special. Trust us with your with valuable travel time. Authenticity is our top priority.

Inclusions: Door to door pick up service, Bottled water for passengers, Private transportation in luxury Mercedes mini van, Live commentary and WiFi on board

Exclusions: Entrance/Admission to Attractions, Lunch

Reviewed By pinaribr

We were a group of four and we spent 5 days in London and 5 days in Scotland. They booked and planned everything for us and sent us a plan with all the information that we needed (hotels, flight and train tickets, places to visit and restaurants).The plan was to guide us through Scotland with a private transportation so we were on our own in London but still they helped us book our hotel and gave us suggestions on what we can do in London. When we arrived in Edinburgh our tour guide picked us up from the train station and drove us to our hotel. And we travelled through Scotland for five days in wich we saw so many places that we couldn’t possibly manage to visit on our own. We could stop whenever we wanted to take pictures and ask questions about the places. Our tour guide planned everything and we only had to follow and after 5 days in London using only the underground for transportation someone guiding us through our journey was extremely nice. We could relax and enjoy the journey. So thank you for everything! It was a beautiful trip :)

8. Full-Day Border Rover Tour with Private Driver

City Transfers UK

• After picking you up from your hotel in Edinburgh, we will head east along the coast to Tantallon Castle with its stunning views across the Forth Estuary. From there we will head south to the picturesque Glenkinchie Distillery for an optional tour and a taste of "The Water of Life". Your journey will carry on to Stately Floors Castle with its beautiful gardens before visiting Melrose for lunch and a chance to visit Melrose Abbey. Heading north we will stop at the majestic Scots View with its panoramic views of the Eildon Hills before heading on to the 15th century Roslin (Rosslyn) Chapel, made famous in the Da Vinci Code.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick up and Drop off, Transport by private vehicle, Water Bottle

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Reviewed By lrharper

I have used other transportation services from Heathrow to my hotels before visiting London, but this has been the best so far! As soon as I arrived in the airport terminal my driver Paulo greeted me, it was so easy to locate him which was a relief. Expedia booked the incorrect travel dates that I was arriving and advised me to cancel and re book again myself online, I explained to the rep I was having difficulty locating a private transfer suitable for my needs especially with Covid still running rampant. Instead I decided to call City transfers myself and there staff changed everything that expedia screwed up. I didn't have to cancel re book anything as Expedia advised me to do. I even received a courtesy phone call the day before my departure to confirm my details again. I also received text message when my drivers had arrived. Extremely great service, definitely new fav for private transportation when visiting in the UK!

9. Full-Day Scottish Sightseeing Tour from Edinburgh

302 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1, UK Hairy Haggis Tours

Join us on this day tour departing from Edinburgh. You will experience some of the best examples of "The Da Vinci Codes" Chapels and discover whiskies that make Scotland so great. Discover the awe inspiring "Library in Stone". This stunning Chapel has inspired Authors, warriors, and travellers for decades. Learn about the history of Rosslyn Chapel. Traveling into the heart of the Scottish Borders, an area rich in hills, valleys, rivers, and moorland, as well as the traditional home to Scottish rugby to the perfect village of Melrose. Finishing the tour at a Whisky Distillery at Pencaitland where you can learn about how they take pure Highland water and transform it into a tasty, Sottish whisky. You will remember this inspirational day tour for years to come.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Amazing Drivers and Guides, All Fees and Taxes, Pick-up and drop-off from designated meeting point

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified in booking, Melrose Abbey Entry fee Adult £6.00, Concessions £4.80, Rosslyn Chapel Entry Fee £ 9 adult, £ 7 concession, FREE Under 18's with an accompanying adult

Reviewed By Yannah1888

If you want to see amazing bonnie Scotland I can not recommend this company enough. Friendly, good banter all roond(round) reasonable priced and great choices.

10. Edinburgh and Golf and Distillery Tour with Private Driver

City Transfers UK

• Tours pick up and drop off at clients’ hotel. Tour pick up times are flexible but MUST be advised at time of booking. Tours do not include entrance fees. Suggested entrance tickets have been provided as a separate charge with each tour. •Chauffeurs provide a panoramic tour with historic highlights and luxurious transport to and from the sites visited but are not accredited tour guides. The tour descriptions are suggested itineraries, the passengers may visit any other sites within the tour areas that they may wish to visit, time permitting. The driver will discuss any specific requests with passengers on the day. • Visits may include Royal Mile and Old Town, Royal Musselburgh Golf Club, Glenkinnchie Distillery (Glenkinchie Distillery), Hailes Castle East Linton, Preston Mill East Linton, North Berwick – Harbour/Beach/Tantallon, Archerfield/Muirfield, Coast Road back to City which is Golf focused.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick up and Drop off, Transport by private vehicle, Water Bottle

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Reviewed By lrharper

I have used other transportation services from Heathrow to my hotels before visiting London, but this has been the best so far! As soon as I arrived in the airport terminal my driver Paulo greeted me, it was so easy to locate him which was a relief. Expedia booked the incorrect travel dates that I was arriving and advised me to cancel and re book again myself online, I explained to the rep I was having difficulty locating a private transfer suitable for my needs especially with Covid still running rampant. Instead I decided to call City transfers myself and there staff changed everything that expedia screwed up. I didn't have to cancel re book anything as Expedia advised me to do. I even received a courtesy phone call the day before my departure to confirm my details again. I also received text message when my drivers had arrived. Extremely great service, definitely new fav for private transportation when visiting in the UK!

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