Private Tour
Day Tours & Shore Excursions Glasgow, Greenock & across Scotland
Overview
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You will be picked up in an executive vehicle at the time and location specified by you. You can customise the tour to suit your interests .
Each tour is bespoke . With advice from us where requested, we can build any combination of tours shown above or below with arrivals and departures to suit the time you have available.
Historic Castles Tour
Step back in time with visits to some of Scotland's historic castles. Experience the grandeur of Striling Castle, the intrigue of Inveraray Castle or the tranquillity of Eilean Donan.
Highland Adventure
Explore the wild beauty of Scotland with a visit to some of our most famous Lochs, including Loch Lomond. Can be tailored to include specific attractions and surprise gems alike.
The Whisky Trail
Enjoy exquisite blends & the finest single malts & learn about the craft of whisky-making with our chauffeur-guided tours. Travel through our picturesque landscapes, which are home to many world-famous distilleries.
Ask and we shall deliver .
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Admission Tickets: Deanstoun Distillery £25 pp
The Clydeside Distillery
Stirling Castle
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Glasgow
Our bespoke tours are ideally suited to accommodate a day in Glasgow. The city has a myriad of attractions and the trick is to relax and enjoy the attractions that most peak your interests. This is where the bespoke aspect of our private tours comes to the fore. When you tell us what you like we will endeavour to accommodate any preferences and requests you may have whilst advising on timings. Art, Culture, Fashion, Food, Football, History, Music, or Whisky, the city has it all. We can also accommodate a city centre walking tour which takes in the busy heart of the city. (90 minutes Moderate pace) Just ask.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
This is Scotland's most visited free attraction. With 22 themed, state-of-the-art galleries displaying an astonishing 8000 objects, the collections are extensive, wide-ranging and internationally-significant. 90 minutes
Options
Private Tours and Transfers Glasgow & Greenock Cruise Terminal
Glasgow, Stirling, Loch Lomond: A day tour to Loch Lomond , Stirling / Glasgow catering to the specific interests of the client.
Private day tours: A bespoke excursion for the discerning tourist. No schedule to keep except the return journey you request.
Duration: 8 hours: The tour timings will be tailor made to meet your needs .
Glasgow City and Surrounds: This tour offers a great day out. History , Architecture, Museums and of course Whisky are all available.
Executive Motor Vehicles: We utilise Mercedes Estates or for larger groups Mercedes V class or Ford Tourneos
Pickup included
Loch Lomond &Stirling day tour
Sightseeing / History: See Loch Lomond &/or Stirling Castle in a relaxed day tour allowing plenty of "out of vehicle " time
Private day tour . : A bespoke tour directed at the interests of the discerning tourist . Appreciate the history & scenery of central Scotland.
Duration: 8 hours: Tours will be organised around the requirements of the customer mindful of embarkation times where applicable .
Day tour to Loch Lomond .: Vary your tour to take in the beauty of Loch Lomond or travel a little further afield to Stirling or Inveraray Castle.
Executive Vehicles: We utilise Mercedes Estates or for larger groups Mercedes V class or Ford Tourneos
Pickup included
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good times in Glasgow!
Cathy,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is one of the best excursions I have ever taken! The reasons for this statement are numerous. The tour guide, Barry, was courteous, professional, and knowledgeable. He made us feel well taken care of for the entire day. He had been in contact with me several times prior to date of the tour to find out about our interests and preferences. The day itself was cold & rainy due to storm Amy. We were not sure of the impact the weather might have on our day. However, by the time Barry picked us up at the cruise terminal (right on time by the way), he had carefully thought through any limitations that could be a factor due to the inclement weather. Logistics were arranged accordingly. He came to pick us up in a clean, beautiful car. He provided locally made toffee candies, bottled water, and umbrellas. From the moment we met, we knew that we were in for a special experience. We visited so many places (too numerous to mention, really). My favorites were the Inveraray Castle, especially the elaborate gardens; the beautiful little church in Luss where we learned about the history of the town from a clergyman; Loch Lomond; the cafe in Duck Bay, where my husband and I shared a delicious and reasonably- priced 3 course lunch; and the downtown area with all of the ornate ancient architecture and the Necropolis. As the day progressed, Barry showed us various other areas and provided the history along with interesting stories. He was so engaging and had such a great sense of humor - a total delight!! His driving was amazing & as we parted ways, I felt we had made a new friend. I recommend this unforgettable tour and Barry with no reservations-you’ll not be sorry!
Glasgow's best day tour
Cal W,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a very customizable experience. Berry was our driver and he arranged things on the spot for us to do and gave us a lot of local and historical information. He was very outgoing and easy to find at every location. He met us at the port in Glasgow and gave us excellent recommendations. We had a wonderful day.
This was the best tour of our entire trip
Michael N,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Barry was exceptional, and this tour was the best of our two-week trip to the UK. I would not hesitate to hire Barry again for any tour he offers. He is polite, knowledgeable, and a consummate gentleman. His car was comfy, clean, and stocked with drinks and snacks. He tailored the day to our preferences and kept in mind the needs of our 11-year-old and my mother. Conversations flowed easily, and we learned a lot from his stories and from his answers to our questions. He got us back to our cruise ship on time despite a FULL day touring the countryside. In short, this was The Perfect Tour.
Barry was amazing! Not...
Mary T,
Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Barry was amazing! Not only could we customize our itinerary, he was flexible with changing things the day of due to an injury that occurred just the day before.
Barry was a fantastic...
Kelly L,
Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Barry was a fantastic guide!! Very knowledgeable with a great sense of humor. He was abke to personalize our tour for us and made our day so memora!!
Great guide
Dicken L,
Sep 5, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Barry , our gentleman guide and driver was professional and brought to hidden gems that only a local will know. Thoroughly enjoyed our trip .
A Perfect Day in Scotland
Rachel A,
Jul 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00I highly recommend this tour/excursion Barry with CathBarr to anyone visiting this area. We were in Port at Greenock from about 10 am to 7 pm. Barry worked with me directly a few months before our visit to plan everything including travel times and entry times. We stopped at Glasgow Cathedral on our way to Stirling where we visited The National Wallace Monument first. Then a quick drive to Duone to visit Duone Castle and tour the Deanston Distillery (highly recommend both of these stops as well). On our way back through Stirling made a stop at Stirling Castle for the last 90 minutes of our day before making our way back to the cruise ship. Barry even fit in a bakery stop so I could try a few Scottish pasties including a YumYum! Barry was personable, knowledgeable, and genuinely interested in making sure we had the best day in Scotland. I can't imagine a better day!
Excellent Service with a great Guide!!
wendyh94534,
Jun 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day seeing Stirling castle, Wallace Monument and the Battle of Bannockburn. Barry was so great and helpful. We traveled with our parents who are mobility challenged and Barry was so accommodating helping us get the walkers in and our of his car dozens of times. He made sure he got them as close to entrances as possible to minimize their walking. He was a great conversationalist and made our day!!! Highly recommend.
A wonderful day out around Glasgow.
Jenny S,
Jun 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Barry provided our family group with a great day seeing many sights of Glasgow and the surrounds. It was a rainy day so he was thoughtful and took us to see outdoor places before the rain had started. We were able to spend as much time as needed to enjoy the sights. We would highly recommend Private Day tours. We would not have seen as much of Glasgow on a bus tour with limited time. Thanks again from our family group.
Great tour of Scotland thanks to Barry!
ErinMDecker,
May 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a fun time in Scotland thanks to Barry. He knows a lot about Scotland and its history. And what he doesn't know, he just makes up. :) Our tour of the museum, Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, and Glasgow cathedral were wonderful. My whole family highly recommends Barry.
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