The Hairy Coo Reviews 838

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 461 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, frequently praising the staff for their efficiency, attentiveness, and extensive knowledge. Customers consistently highlight the guides' ability to entertain with stories, facts, music, and humor, making the holidays memorable and enjoyable. The service is often described as well-organized, with clear pick-up points and a good balance between information and sightseeing, ensuring a smooth user experience. Reviewers appreciate the numerous stops provided, allowing ample time to stretch their legs and enjoy the spectacular scenery at various locations. However, some people mentioned wishing for more time at specific locations, such as the Glennfinnan stop, despite the overall positive experience. Conversely, a few other people also felt that an employee's behavior and professionalism were concerning, citing issues with their conduct.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 star rating for our guide today Fraser, for being efficient, attentive and knowledgeable and for having a really good playlist of music throughout the tour from Edinburgh to Inverness. Great stops,... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Three day tour from Edinburgh up to the Isle of Skye with Paul S, our guide and driver. The scenery is spectacular and there were plenty of stops in between the main events to stretch your legs. Paul... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Louise was very informative, fun, enthusiastic and professional. She allowed us time for each stop even when the view was hidden by grey sky's and fog from the weather. The intermittent scottish music... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul S. was not only a GREAT Driver he was very informative on Scottish History. His driving ability impressed me, as I am a retired Firefighter driving Fire Engines my whole life. His knowledge on... See more


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About The Hairy Coo

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Experience the best of Scotland with The Hairy Coo coach tours. Enjoy one of our fun and fascinating day trips or multi-day coach tours of Scotland.

The Hairy Coo offers Scotland tours from Edinburgh. All tours are guided by one of our experienced Scottish tour guides.

We also offer private tours of Scotland for all sizes of groups from 1 - 100.

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4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/10 definitely do it

It was great! Our Tour Guide Mari was the bomb! She had all the good stories and was really funny!
I absolutely loved the trip and it really didn’t feel like 12 hours at all. I would definitely recommend doing the tour and taking the time because the views, cows and stories are absolutely worth it.

June 5, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/10 tour, would absolutely recommend!

I absolutely loved my hairy-coo-tour! Mari was a wonderful tour guide and so knowledgeable. We got enough time at every stop to enjoy the sights (and cows, a personal highlight), as well as brilliant commentary from Mari about basically everything of interest we saw. The atmosphere with the other travelers was wonderful and everone was so nice. Mari also taught us a bit about Scottish history as well as some Scottish, which I really enjoyed. 10/10 will absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a brilliant day-tour and will do again when I come back!

June 5, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A well-deserved 5-star experience!

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Nous avons eu la chance de participer à ce tour avec Ross comme chauffeur et guide, et l’expérience a largement dépassé toutes nos attentes.

Avant le départ, j’étais un peu inquiet car c’était ma toute première expérience de ce type et je ne savais pas vraiment à quoi m’attendre. Finalement, dès les premiers instants, Ross a su nous mettre à l’aise grâce à son humour, sa bonne humeur communicative et son incroyable sens de l’animation. Il est non seulement très drôle et divertissant, mais aussi passionné par sa région et toujours prêt à partager anecdotes, histoire et conseils.

Le circuit était remarquablement complet. Nous avons découvert des paysages immenses, des contrées lointaines à couper le souffle et de nombreux endroits magnifiques que nous n’aurions jamais trouvés par nous-mêmes. Chaque arrêt semblait mieux que le précédent, et tout était parfaitement rythmé.

L’ambiance à bord était particulièrement conviviale. Ross a créé une atmosphère chaleureuse où tout le monde se sentait bienvenu, ce qui a rendu le voyage encore plus agréable. Le suivi, l’organisation et l’attention portée aux participants étaient également exemplaires.

Au final, nous n’avons eu d’autre choix que d’adorer cette aventure et de tomber sous le charme de ces terres extraordinaires. Un immense merci à Ross pour son professionnalisme, son humour et sa passion. Je recommande cette expérience sans la moindre hésitation.

5 étoiles, sans aucun doute !

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English

We were fortunate enough to have Ross as both our driver and guide, and the experience exceeded every expectation we had.

Before the tour started, I was honestly a little nervous because it was my first time joining this kind of excursion and I wasn't sure what to expect. However, Ross immediately put everyone at ease with his fantastic sense of humor, infectious enthusiasm, and entertaining personality. He is not only incredibly funny and engaging, but also genuinely passionate about the places he shows you, sharing fascinating stories, history, and local insights throughout the journey.

The tour itself was exceptionally comprehensive. We explored vast and breathtaking landscapes, remote corners of Scotland, and countless incredible spots that we would never have discovered on our own. Every stop felt unique and memorable, and the itinerary was perfectly balanced from beginning to end.

The atmosphere on board was equally outstanding. Ross created a friendly and welcoming environment where everyone felt comfortable, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. The level of organization, communication, and care shown throughout the trip was excellent.

In the end, it was impossible not to fall in love with these magnificent lands and enjoy every moment of the adventure. A huge thank you to Ross for his professionalism, humor, and passion. I would recommend this tour to anyone without hesitation.

A well-deserved 5-star experience!

June 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing Highlands Tour

Very good tour around Glenfinnan, Glencoe, and every sight in the Highlands.
Jason made it extremely enjoyable, informative and lighthearted.
We would heavily recommend it again!

June 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Five stars for an incredible day trip

Five stars for an incredible day trip! Michael was the ultimate guide—hilarious, insightful, and full of fascinating local history. The music choices were spot on and made the travel between stops so much fun. It felt less like a standard tour and more like an adventure with a knowledgeable friend. Highly recommend!

May 30, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Michael. He’ll be so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed exploring the highlands with them!

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us! Haste Ye Back!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mr Peter thanks for everything

Our driver and directory Mr. Peter is very good at everything. And also he is so kind, we delayed for 25minutes at Piclochry and he never stops smile. The tour is so good experience for visiting scotland. I will advice your tour to my friends.

May 29, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Peter. He’ll be very pleased to hear you enjoyed your time on tour with them!

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us! Haste Ye Back and please tell your friends!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was great and John G

It was great and John G. was so sincere.

May 28, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with John G. He’ll be so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time on tour with them.

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us! Haste Ye Back!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our driver who name is Mare she…

Our driver who name is Mare she explained the journey and she told the story of Scotland . She is very kind and funny person. Thanks a lot Mare 🫶🏼🌺🍀

May 26, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Mari. She’ll be so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time on tour with them.

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The experience was ok

The experience was ok, the driver was good. Overall a great way to experience Edinburgh.

May 25, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with us! We're always looking to improve, and we'd love to hear what we could have done to improve your experience.

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore this beautiful country with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was amazing trip!

It was amazing trip!

May 24, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with us!

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore this beautiful country with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The tour was wonderful

The tour was wonderful! Bob was very friendly and cunning. Great day!

May 22, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Bob. He’ll be so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed exploring the highlands with them!

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mari was an excellent driver and guide.

Mari was an excellent driver and guide.

The only thing I would have appreciated was more time at the Glennfinnan stop, because that was for sure the most interesting part of the tour.

May 23, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Mari. She’ll be so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time on tour with them.

I appreciate your thoughts on the timing of stops. I've passed your feedback on to our tour planning team for consideration.

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exelent service

May 21, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with us!

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore this beautiful country with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tour was amazing executed by Fraser

Tour was amazing executed by Fraser. Very informative with a mixture of fun, there were so many places to see and Fraser made sure everyone would understand the destinations and designated times to be back as well as local recommendations. The bus was a smooth ride and I would definitely recommend this tour to family and friends when visiting Edinburgh and want a day getaway to the Highlands. 5/5 service, experience and sights ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

May 21, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Fraser. He’ll be so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed exploring the highlands with them! I'm glad to hear he's kept things fun and interesting, whilst keeping everything on track! It sounds like you had a great time.

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our guide Jason was really helpful

Our guide Jason was really helpful. The overall experience was great!

May 21, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Jason. He’ll be so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed exploring the highlands with them!

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Genuinely had a great time with Jason…

Genuinely had a great time with Jason throughout the entire trip! Great driving, insights and time management.

May 20, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Jason. He’ll be so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time on tour with them.

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our trip to Lochness was very good

Our trip to Lochness was very good. Colin is a great driver. He gave us much Information. He was funny. The tour was very good organized.

May 19, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Colin. He’ll be so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed exploring the highlands with them!

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was such an amazing experience and best tour guide Colin!

It was such an amazing experience. Our tour guide Colin was the best! His storytelling was one of my favorite parts. His driving skills through the highlands was fantastic. My family and I felt very safe the whole time. Now to the best part the all the stops were breathtaking! So worth the trip.

May 19, 2026
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Reply from The Hairy Coo

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Colin. He’ll be so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time on tour with them and how safe you felt in his care.

Thank you again for choosing The Hairy Coo to explore our beautiful country with us!

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