East Lothian Tour
DEPARTURE TIME
08:00AM TO 18:00PM
AVAILABILITY
ALL YEAR
DURATION
8 HOURS
MILES
75
Exploring The East Lothian Tour
Discover the breathtaking beauty and rich history of East Lothian, a region known for its picturesque coastline, medieval castles, and charming countryside. This tour takes you through some of Scotland’s most fascinating historic sites, from the grand Dirleton Castle to the impressive ruins of Tantallon Castle perched on dramatic cliffs. Explore the rustic charm of Preston Mill, an 18th-century watermill, and stroll through North Berwick, a delightful seaside town known for its sandy beaches and the Scottish Seabird Centre. Finally, indulge in a whisky-tasting experience at Glenkinchie Distillery, home to one of Scotland’s finest Lowland single malts. This tour is a perfect mix of history, nature, and Scottish hospitality.
Tour Highlights
Dirleton Castle
A stunning medieval fortress surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens.
North Berwick
A picturesque coastal town with golden beaches, fantastic seafood, and panoramic views of Bass Rock.
Glenkinchie Distillery
A traditional Lowland whisky distillery where you can learn about the whisky-making process and enjoy a tasting session.
Preston Mill
A charming 18th-century watermill with a distinctive Dutch-style conical roof.
Tantallon Castle
A dramatic clifftop stronghold with breathtaking views of the North Sea, once home to the powerful Douglas family.
Choose Your Tour Vehicle
Just Gojo: Hyundai Ionic/Toyota Prius 4 PASSENGERS (Ideal for 1 to 3 adults plus 1 child) The green choice using the most economical hybrid vehicles. Perfect for city & local tours
GOJO BUSINESS: Mercedes E Class/BMW 5 Series 4 PASSENGERS (Ideal for 1 to 3 adults plus 1 child) Executive vehicles to travel around Scotland in comfort & space.
Gojo First Class: Mercedes S Class/BMW 7 series 4 PASSENGERS (Ideal for 3 adults plus 1 child) Luxury vehicles provide extra legroom and space when travelling in style around Scotland
Gojo 6: VW Sharan/Ford Galaxy 6 PASSENGERS (Ideal for 4 adults plus 2 children. Can accommodate 6 adults) Flexible vehicles that provide a mix of space, comfort and practicality for up to 6 passengers. Especially when travelling with at least 2 children.
Gojo 8: VW Transporter/Mercedes Vito 8 PASSENGERS (Ideal for upto 7 adults plus 1 child) A comfortable touring van for upto 7 adults with plenty of legroom and space.
VIP 7: CHAUFFEURED – Mercedes V Class 7 PASSENGER (Ideal for 1 to 7 adults) The luxury touring van with 7 individual reclining leather seats. Blacked out windows and air suspension, making it the ultimate choice in luxury touring. (6 seat landjet version on request. 2 captain seats in middle row and sunroof)
VIP 8: CHAUFFEURED – Mercedes Sprinter Landjet 8 PASSENGERS (Ideal for 4 to 8 adults) The largest touring van with 8 individual leather reclining captain seats. All the space, comfort, and legroom you could wish for. The ultimate Scottish Tour Van
What to bring
As we like to give you as much time out of the vehicle as possible with many opportunities for walks. We highly recommend you layer your clothing to heat up or cool down easily. The additional clothing be of a windproof/waterproof nature. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Believe it or not, sun-block is a must with a hat and sunglasses in the summer months. Midge repellent is advised in the height of summer and MAKE SURE YOU DON’T FORGET YOUR CAMERA!
Your tour
The price you pay for your private tour will be based on the vehicle category chosen. Minimum of 4 seats to a maximum of 8 seats in our modern air-conditioned vehicles. Please see fleet guide to pick the best vehicle for your requirements.Please bear in mind european cars are smaller than the american equivalent. Please inform us of any special considerations or mobility restrictions.
Children
All children are permitted on our tours. Please inform us of any baby/child seat requirements. There will be a £10 charge per seat per tour.
Departure/Return point
Your chosen point – within Edinburgh or Glasgow. The tour will end in the same city you were picked up from to a point of your choosing.
Luggage
This is limited to one piece of luggage (like an airline cabin bag) with a maximum weight of 15kg per person. For guidance, measurements should be no more than 65cm x 45cm x 30cm / 25in x 18in x 12in. You are allowed one small carry-on bag for onboard personal items.
Cancellations
For cancellations made more than 24hrs before departure, a 100% refund will be given. For cancellations made less than 24hrs before departure, there will be no refund.
Alterations
We reserve the right to alter tour itineraries due to weather conditions, seasonal variations, availability, road conditions, or any other circumstances. Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for these alterations.
Insurance
Whilst the company holds insurance meeting all statutory requirements. We strongly recommend that passengers hold comprehensive and suitable medical, travel, and cancellation insurance to cover during your travel.
Language
Please highlight if you wish a driver-guide in your spoken language. We will do our best to accommodate pending availability. All tours are with English speaking driver-guides unless otherwise stated.
Gratuities
This is optional and not included in the tour prices. This is discretionary and payable directly to your driver-guide .
What included in the tour
The tour price includes transportation and the services of your driver-guide only. There will be optional extras such as visitor attractions, and tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day. Each tour will advise which attractions are available should you wish to visit.
- Dedicated Tour Guide for your private group of up to 8 people
- Pick up & drop off to a location of your choosing (T&C apply)
- Travel in executive or luxury vehicles of your choice
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- Water & Scottish snacks
- All Travel Costs
Not included
- Lunch & Dinner
- Optional Gratuites
- Visitor attraction entrance fees- some attractions may not be available at busy times
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