Scottish Highlands Private Tours by Taxi from Edinburgh

Experience the breathtaking Scottish Highlands with a private taxi tour from Edinburgh. Kay’s Cabs offers full-day and multi-day tours to Glencoe, Loch Ness, Inverness, and more — all with a licensed, local driver who knows the best routes, hidden gems, and must-see sights.

 

Our Highlands tours are completely private, meaning no crowds, no rushing, and no preset timetables. You’ll enjoy the comfort of your own vehicle, space for luggage and gear, and the freedom to stop for photos, food, and fresh air whenever you like.

 

🌄 Sample Highland destinations:

 

• Glencoe – dramatic mountain scenery and film locations  

• Fort William & Ben Nevis – the UK’s highest mountain  

• Loch Ness – legendary waters and Urquhart Castle  

• Inverness – capital of the Highlands  

• Pitlochry & the Cairngorms – forests, distilleries, and wildlife  

• Glenfinnan Viaduct – made famous by the Harry Potter films

 

All tours start in Edinburgh with pickup from your hotel, Airbnb, cruise terminal, or train station. We can also collect you from Edinburgh Airport or other agreed locations.

 

Why choose a private Highland tour?

 

• Your own driver, your own pace — ideal for families and small groups  

• Stop anywhere you like for lunch, photos, or sightseeing  

• Clean, licensed private hire cars and 6–8 seat vehicles  

• Local drivers who know the history, roads, and stories  

• No fixed route — your trip is completely customisable  

• Fixed price options or hourly hire available  

• Ideal for cruise visitors, couples, and adventure seekers

 

Many of our guests ask to include a stop at a distillery, a scenic hiking trail, or a remote viewpoint — we’re happy to plan around your interests. Just tell us what you’d like to see and we’ll create a route that fits your timing and travel goals.

 

All vehicles are private hire licensed and insured, and our drivers are PVG-checked for your peace of mind. We recommend early booking for summer travel, cruise ship tours, and multi-day Highlands itineraries.

 

Book your Highlands tour today by calling 0131 629 2129 or filling out our online enquiry form. We’ll confirm your itinerary, pickup time, and pricing in advance — with no hidden fees.

 

Let Kay’s Cabs help you explore Scotland’s most iconic landscapes with a tour you’ll never forget.

Continue planning your Scottish adventure:

 

• [Islands and Lowlands tours across Scotland]

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• [Book your Highland taxi tour]

• [Answers to common tour questions]