Location: Linlithgow
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What to do and see in Linlithgow, Scotland: The Best Sightseeing Tours
Linlithgow (/lɪnˈlɪθɡoʊ/; Scottish Gaelic: Gleann Iucha, Scots: Lithgae) is a town in West Lothian, Scotland. It is West Lothian's county town, reflected in the county's alternative name of Linlithgowshire. An ancient town, it lies south of its two most prominent landmarks: Linlithgow Palace and Linlithgow Loch, and north of the Union Canal.
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1. Private Mary Queen of Scots Tour with free self guided MQS Edinburgh Tour
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Travel with the tour company named after Mary Queen of Scots. Free self-guided tour of Mary Queen of Scot's Edinburgh is included. Based in Mary's birthplace, Linlithgow. Discover the biography of Mary, Queen of Scots – one of Medieval Europe’s most fascinating monarchs. Follow in the footsteps of the queen who once claimed the crowns of four nations, and whose beauty and kindness captivated even her enemies. Learn the story of her tragic death, as you begin at her birthplace and end at one of her favourite retreats.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Local Guide who is a member of the Marie Stuart Society, Driver/Guide, FREE self guided MQOS Edinburgh included with all bookings, Private transportation, Live commentary on board
Exclusions: Lunch, Entry/Admission - Linlithgow Palace, Entry/Admission - Stirling Castle, Entry/Admission - Falkland Palace, Gratuities, Hotel pick up/drop off
Reviewed By W1192UZrobertl
I booked the personal virtual Outlander tour as a gift and while I didn't participate in the tour, the booking process was exemplary. A fair bit of back and forth emailing to coordinate three schedules was promptly accommodated by Emma and after the first email of enquiry it felt like I was emailing a friend. Those who participated in the tour enjoyed it so much that there has been talk of booking with Mary's Meanders again for a physical tour when travel is once again an option. We may not be able to physically get to Scotland for the next little while, but booking this virtual tour is a close second!
2. Outlander Luxury Private Day Tour with Scottish Driver
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
See the sights that inspired the story of ‘Outlander’ and tour the places where the series was filmed. This private tour caters to you, keeping your comfort in mind at all times as you are chauffeured from your hotel or the cruise ship port in a luxury vehicle. Visit the sets that stood in for Mrs. Baird’s B and B, Castle Leoch, the village of Cransemuir, Wentworth Prison and Fort William. Your guide will share stories of Scotland as you travel. • See the Scottish spots you love from the Outlander TV Show • Door to Door Luxury Service from any Edinburgh Location • Private Tour for you with the services of a Local Scottish Driver Your day is planned to cover the sights and attractions from the Outlander TV Show at your pace, with no waiting for other passengers. With so many places to visit our sightseeing excursion allows you to sit back and relax in luxury taking in the stunning scenery and if you want to stop you can. Just remember this is Your Day Your Way!
Inclusions: Bottled Water, Cruise Ship Pickup and Drop-Off, Door to Door Service, Services & Stories of a Scottish Chauffeur, Wi-Fi Access
Exclusions: Entrance Fees to Visitor Attractions, Gratuities (Passenger Discretion)
Reviewed By Vic_Polly011
Where to start? After a year of planning our itinerary with Nick of Aura Journeys, we put it into play with 8 days of touring with William. William is professional, but he knows how to have fun with you after he sizes you up. His humor was like spending a week with your best friend from college. Subtle, but pointed, we traded barbs and laughed away the week. No worries about spending a week with a stranger when your guide is William! His knowledge of the area was deep but if he didn't have an answer to your question, he'd look it up and have it for you quickly. He soon got to know what we liked and what we didn't, from meal times and toilet stops, to type of food and sightseeing preferences. We had daily itineraries but we would often adjust based on our own energy level or suggestions from William. Nothing was ever a problem for William. We went to several places William had never been to and he thanked US for taking him there. We ended as good friends and hated to leave him at the end of our journey. Highlights: * Always arrived early with a clean van and lots of water * Very safe driver * Served as photographer when asked - we finally have trip pictures with both of us * Flexible and accommodating * Knowledgeable - great suggestions for restaurants, activities, places to visit and places to skip * He did all the work and let us be tourists rather than trying to drive and read guidebooks while we flew past sights. Worth every penny on this 50th wedding anniversary trip
3. A taste of Scotland
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Let me show you some of the highlights of Central Scotland. Enjoy a private tour in a luxury vehicle with an experienced driver guide.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation
Exclusions:
Reviewed By conchiestetic
terrible !!!! don't book this guy !! i paid 775 libras last year when coronavirus was starting .it was 50% our friend's tour during for days . about coronavirus all was canceled and this man called david don't answer my mails and phone calls . i'm calling to him one year , from february 2020 to today , this dsvid don't answer me. don't trust him and his company and don't pay money up from.he's not trustworthy. if you come back my money i go to say to the people, while the people must to know how are you
4. Wallace monument, Stirling Castle,Linlithgow palace, Private Tour from Edinburgh
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
- In one day you will visit most popular historic sites in Scotland - Stop for photos at the Forth Bridge (Queensferry) - Enjoy free time - See sights such as Stirling Castle, Wallace Monument, Linlithgow Palace - Please note that tours stops and timings are flexible and for reference purposes only • Full-day small group tour from Edinburgh • Mercedes V Class • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver/guide on this small group tour (no one apart from you and your family members, friends will attend this tour) • Kids friendly (0+ age) • You have more free time for sightseeing compared to similar bus tours • Small group tour with a maximum of 4 passengers • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver/guide on this small group tour • Tour can be customised • Please note that tours stops and timings are flexible and for reference purposes only
Inclusions: Driver as a guide, Bottled water
Exclusions: Admission fees, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By meghanc746
Ed was the perfect guide for a Girl's Day Trip. We had some extenuating circumstances on a previous tour earlier in the week that precluded us from completing it. We decided to try a private tour for the end of our trip and so glad we did. We had a few ideas of what we wanted to see and he was able to help us customize a day trip to see as many of those items as we could. He was a perfect tour guide and so patient and kind when we wanted to stop and look at various things and places (hairy cows and shopping!). We never felt rushed during our trip and he was also able to guide us through several castles so we go to see everything in our allotted time. Had we toured these places by ourselves I feel like we would have missed so much. We had a great time on our day trip and I would highly recommend Ed for a private tour of Scotland and the country side.
5. Virtual Live Private Outlander Tour
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Dreaming of Scotland? Join us on our new Virtual Outlander Tour of Scotland. Based on our Classic Outlander tour, it will come to you live, via Zoom. Enjoy the Outlander experience as if you were here in with us. 3 great reasons to join us Join us from your own home on a virtual tour of beautiful Outlander locations in Scotland with award-winning guides. It’s the same tour we gave Outlander author, Diana Gabaldon. Been on a tour before? Relive it with us and share your favourite moments. This would also be a great way of organising a meet up with a group of Outlander friends. Get a group together and we will set up a personal tour just for you. Get in touch.
Inclusions: Private Virtual Classic Outlander Tour with a tour guide
Exclusions: This a virtual tour via Zoom from the comfort of your own home., Gratuities
Reviewed By KudlyKoala
Emma at Mary’s Meanders is Amazing! All our interactions with these operators has been exceptional. Nothing is too much trouble, prompt response to all emails. All our requests were met, highly organised group of people.....Super Service. Highly recommended if you are after a personal experience. Many thanks all the way from Australia.
6. Private Outlander Day Tour from Edinburgh
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4.8 based on 5 reviews
Join us on this private Outlander tour which lasts between 8 and 10 hours. You are guaranteed to be the only persons on the tour and you have the opportunity of customising any part of the tour.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Snacks, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Entrance Fees
Reviewed By Gretchen Z
I booked a 3 day outlander tour for £1080 last June 2020. I paid a £108 deposit. The trip was for my 70 year old mother. It reached Christmas 2020 and I contacted Slainte tours who operate as Clyde coast tourism at Companies house. After a few weeks I had confirmation that the trip in February was cancelled and that I could rearrange which I understood with Covid-19. I sent new dates and chased for 2 months. Nothing. I received one email saying an owner (Helmut) had been ill and that they would get back to me. The former owner left the company last August 2020. This business is owned solely by Catriona Stevenson and is a scam. I asked for a refund repeatedly from February 19th 2021 as the company had breached contract. No contact. On the register at Companies house it shows the business is not financially stable and has a number of filing issues. The website shows they are part of a tourism group but again this is a lie and they have been asked to remove the logos (which they have not done). They are not part of any group that guarantees trips or money. As they use PayPal invoicing for trips, you are not protected financially. I am now looking at legal options having taken advice and am going through the slow steps required before I can take the company to small claims court (I have done the initial legal letters which have all been ignored). Save your money and book elsewhere! At least I found out before I travelled to Scotland with my 70year old mother! Avoid this scam.
7. Rob Roy,Mary Queen Of Scots,Castles,Highlands,Lochs,Trossachs,Whisky!
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Once I pick you up, we will drive to the Trossachs National Park where we will see some of the most breathtaking views in Scotland. We will see lochs, mountains and plenty of Sheep. We will also stop at the picturesque village of Callander that is almost trapped in time. On our Journey, we can also stop at Blackness Castle, Doune Castle (as featured in Game of Thrones , Outlander and Monty Pythons Holy Grail), Deanston Distillery and the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, Linlithgow Palace. Alternatively we can also spend more time in Stirling at Stirling Castle, Battle of Banockburn and the Wallace Monument. I will accommodate your interests as the priority!
Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Private tour
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By SidMaxwell
Kevin arranged a custom version of his St Andrews trip for us to add multiple stops at film locations for Outlander — our favorite TV series. Kevin is the expert on the show and is full of interesting details about the filming locations across Scotland and the show itself. I’m re-watching the early seasons now that I have his insights. We also enjoyed the St Andrews visit of course. Kevin was patience and great with the children and is simply a great tour guide. He is not only very knowledgeable but he is considerate and kind. Highly recommend.
8. Scottish castles tour - private tour of four ancient castles
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
Our private tour visits four unique ancient Scottish castles. This tour visits Drummond Castle & Gardens , Stirling Castle , Doune Castle and Linlithgow Palace. Drummond Castle Gardens doubles as the French royal Palace of Versailles in TV drama Outlander. Doune Castle plays Castle Leoch, home to Colum MacKenzie and his clan in Outlander TV series. Stirling Castle is one of Scotland’s most impressive castles due to its imposing position and impressive architecture. Linlithgow Palace is the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and it was the backdrop for some of the most harrowing scenes of the TV show Outlander
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Private tour, in car phone charging
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir t-shirts , phone cases and photo cases (available to purchase from the Private Tours Edinburgh website , more details from your driver / guide, entrance tickets, Escort
Reviewed By scotgrl3
These are spectacular structures to go and visit. Take a walk around by the canal and see how impressive these sculptures are up close. There is free parking close by with short walk. Disabled parking is also available and closer to the shop and structures. The gift shop has reasonably priced souvenirs.
9. Mary Queen of Scots tours - Private Tours Edinburgh
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
Our tour features a visit to the key places in the life of Mary Queen of Scots including her birthplace Linlithgow Palace , Stirling Castle , Loch Leven and Falkland Palace. The new Mary Queen of Scots film features Oscar Nominee Saoirse Ronan in the role of the ambitious Mary, whose attempts to reclaim the throne of Scotland incurs the wrath of the virgin queen, Elizabeth I, played by Margot Robbie. Linlithgow Palace Linlithgow Palace is where Mary was born in 1542. Next to the Palace is St Michael’s Parish Church where Mary was baptised . A new bronze statue of Mary has been erected next to the church . Linlithgow Palace featured as Wentworth Prison in Outlander. Mary Queen of Scots was released in January 2019 , written by Beau Willimon, based on John Guy's biography Queen of Scots. The film stars Saoirse Ronan as Mary, Queen of Scots and Margot Robbie as her cousin Queen Elizabeth I .
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional photographer guide
Exclusions: Lunch, Souvenirs can be purchased on our website, Escort
Reviewed By scotgrl3
These are spectacular structures to go and visit. Take a walk around by the canal and see how impressive these sculptures are up close. There is free parking close by with short walk. Disabled parking is also available and closer to the shop and structures. The gift shop has reasonably priced souvenirs.
10. Scotland in TV and Film Tour
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2.0 based on 1 reviews
From Mary Queen of Scots, Braveheart and the Outlaw King to Game of Thrones and Outlander and even Monty Python's The Holly Grail, Scotland has been a popular filming location for many Films and TV programmes. On this tour we will explore the filming locations where the real story behind the scenes is as exciting and captivating as the stories told by Hollywood. You will have a chance to walk in the footsteps of the Outlander cast but you can also explore and discover the true stories that will unlock an equally remarkable history. All this from the luxury of your own private guided tour with a minibus full equipped to meet all your needs for a fantastic and memorable day.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, There will be provision of a sweet Scottish themed snack treat., Free cans of Scotland's other national drink Irn Bru will be provided during the snack break., Each passenger will be provided with a route map and schedule for the days activities., Each passenger will be provided an audio receiver for clear guide communication
Exclusions: Optional entrance fees into castles etc, Although snacks will be provided lunch in not included unless guest select a hamper option from our catering partners.
