Independent & Bespoke guided tours Scotland, Edinburgh, Highlands

What have you always wanted to see and do in Scotland? Stroll the sandy shores of the Hebrides? Maybe visit the rugged Highlands and walk in the footsteps of your ancestors? Perhaps you long to explore the historic streets and closes of Edinburgh’s old town, soak up the unique atmosphere of St Andrews, the home of golf, or stop off at the fabled whisky distilleries? Or possibly you don’t yet have a schedule and need help to create a plan for your trip.

Treasure Scotland is here to make your Scottish travel dreams come true and to show you the legendary sights and sounds of Scotland.

We can create an Itinerary to visit the places you have dreamed about. Our aim is to give you a great experience that you will never forget and to share our love of this magical country.

A native Treasure Scotland private guide will give colour and context to all that you see and you will leave Scotland with a greater understanding of the country’s culture and history.

Our aim is to give you an enjoyable experience along the way.

If you are unsure of where to visit, we can suggest an Itinerary to suit your interests. Alongside the well-known landmarks and landscapes, we can take you to less travelled spots where you can appreciate the beauty and history of this amazing country.

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch to ask any questions you may have and explore your ideas, we look forward to hearing from you.

What we do

Treasure Scotland aims to deliver all you would dream of from a visit to Scotland. We can take you where you want to go and build a trip around your timetable.

Having a Scottish guide who has grown up in Scotland and is immersed in the country, its culture and history will add meaning and context to all of your experiences.

We can arrange day trips, tours of Edinburgh or Glasgow and longer outings throughout the country to your specification. We’ll also offer guidance on how to make the best use of your time and stick to the pace at which you want to travel.

Our Tours

Who we are

Forbes was raised in the ancient district of Carrick in South West Scotland, an area steeped in history from the earliest times with tales of the Wars of Independence, Covenanters and the boyhood life of Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet.

From childhood he was fascinated by the history and culture of Carrick as well as hearing stories from his father of visits to family in the Highlands.

Forbes has travelled throughout Scotland and has climbed many of the country’s mountains and walked many of the long-distance trails.

Scotland as a destination

Scotland is a land packed with beautiful landscapes, dramatic history, and friendly people full of character and good humour, while retaining traditions and customs that may have disappeared in some other parts of Europe.

Traces have been left by ancient peoples such as those who built Skara Brae on Orkney in the Neolithic era (between 3,000BC and 2,500BC) and lived in crannogs, brochs, hill-forts and castles throughout the country.

Britons, Picts, Scots, Angles and Vikings have all contributed to the diverse and unique cultures of Scotland which can still be detected today.