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Considering 1,118 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, expressing high satisfaction with their overall journeys. Customers frequently praise the exceptionally knowledgeable and entertaining guides who share fascinating historical insights, humorous anecdotes, and engaging local stories throughout the tours. Travelers also appreciate the breathtaking scenery, comfortable bus journeys, and well-organized daily itineraries that make exploring the stunning Scottish landscape truly memorable and special. Though some reviewers noted that certain excursions involved long hours traveling on the bus with relatively short stops at destinations, alongside occasional scheduling or arrival delays.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wee Davey made our journey so memorable. He was knowledgeable, funny, had great dad jokes and even played us some great Scottish folk songs. The Stirling castle was impressive, the town of Callendar w... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mike was a great guide for our two day tour of the Isle of Skye, the fairy pools and Dunvegan Castle. His commentary was always interesting and well-delivered. He kept us on schedule, even popping out... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

You have to do this with Timberbush! It was the highlight of our 3 week stay in Scotland and England. NEIL was the best. He knew his stuff and was always giving beautiful stories, historical points,... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a fantastic 2 day tour with Timberbush at Isle of Skye, Fairy Pools, Fairy Glen, Old Manof Storr and the Castles. The views and treks were superb and our driver- guide Stewart entertained us wi... See more

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  2. Sightseeing Tour Agency

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Celebrating 27 years in business this year, we are one of Scotland’s longest running tour operators who offer a wide range of 1, 2 & 3 day tours. Exploring the Scottish Highlands, Islands and North of England and departing daily from Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Whether you are interested in history, castles, whisky, or even just fancy a spot of Nessie hunting at Loch Ness - there's a tour for you. We offer a coach hire service for corporate events, and also a bespoke private tour service, allowing you to curate your dream tour, picking everything from the duration to the destinations. We pride ourselves on offering the best tours, one the best coaches, with the best driver-guides, and the best customer service. We replace our coaches every 3-4 years to keep them as modern, safe, and comfortable as possible. We also strive to be as eco-friendly as possible, both out on tour and in our Edinburgh based office. We have been awarded a Gold Green Tourism Award, and also been given a 5* rating by Eco Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme. As well as all of this, we offer a flexible cancellation policy. We know that from time to time, and especially nowadays, situations and plans can change quickly, and we don't want you to be out of pocket because of this. To learn more, please visit the Book with Confidence section on our website! #AdventureAwaits


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Loch Lomond, The Trossachs and Stirling Castle - EXCELLENT with Timberbush & Jack

Loch Lomond, The Trossachs and Stirling Castle - one day tour: totally EXCELLENT in every way with Driver/Guide 'Ginger Jack'. I would be thrilled o do this same trip again, I enjoyed every moment of it, enhanced by Jack's welcome and his personality, humour, style, driving, local knowledge, information. The route and the opportunities for the additional options of the cruise on Loch Lomond and the visit to the fascinating Stirling Castle.
We did so much in one day and the timing was ideal. Now I want to return to Glasgow and to do the same one-day tour again AND to try other trips/tours in your brochure. Jack's description of the four-day tour to Skye sounds very attractive indeed.
I would happily recommend Timberbush after my experience on Monday, August 3rd: a splendd post-Commonwealh Games experience of Scotalnd, based out of Glasgow.
Thank you fora BRILLIANT DAY, Jack.

August 3, 2026
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Thank you for such a fantastic review! We're delighted you had such a great day and enjoyed everything from Loch Lomond to Stirling Castle. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words. Thanks for recommending Timberbush, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Day tour to Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Fort George, Cardhu Distillery, Cairngorms

Day tour to Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns, Fort George and Brodie Countryfare, Cardhu Distillery, then the Cairngorms.
Martin our tour guide was fantastic. An Inverness born and bred local who shared so much of his knowledge of every area.
The Clava Cairns were a standout. Unbelievable history and such a unique and peaceful place.
The Csrdhu Distillery tour is well worth it. 12 year old malt whisky to finish the day was great.
A great tour. Thanks to Martin.
Highly recommend. 10/10

August 3, 2026
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Thank you for the fantastic review! It is such a lovely tour and brought to life by our knowledgeable guide storytelling! Thanks for recommending Timberbush!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We booked the 4‑day Timberbush Tours…

We booked the 4‑day Timberbush Tours trip (1 night in Oban, 2 nights in Portree) and were absolutely blown away – especially thanks to our guide Jack W. Jack is a great guy: very friendly, full of Scottish humour, and always attentive to what our group wanted. He didn’t just run the tour safely and professionally; he brought it to life with engaging stories, local insider tips, and genuine warmth.
The route was perfectly planned: from Oban as the “Gateway to the Isles” along the stunning west coast to the Isle of Skye, with Portree as our base. Every day offered new landscapes, fantastic photo stops, and enough time to truly enjoy each place. Jack was flexible with our ideas, knew exactly where a stop was worth it, and explained everything along the way in a knowledgeable and entertaining way.
We would 100% do this tour again – and especially with Jack as our local expert. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience Scotland’s Highlands and Skye authentically, informatively, and with lots of fun. 5 stars!

July 30, 2026
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Thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the 4-day tour...it was new for 2026! Jack clearly helped bring it to life with his humour, knowledge and enthusiasm. Thanks for recommending Timberbush and 5 Stars!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic tour at Loch Ness, Glennafinna and Mallaig

We booked the "Glenfinnan, Mallaig & Loch Ness Adventure". Our guide Mike was very nice person and made our tour very enjoyable.

We had plenty of time to explore and take pictures on all of our stops.
On the trip I was on, we were lucky to catch up with the Steam Train later on the tour after having already seeing it passing the Glennafinna Viaduct.

I highly recommend this tour.

August 2, 2026
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Thank you for the fantastic review! We're delighted you enjoyed the Glenfinnan Adventure and that Mike helped make the day so enjoyable. And...you saw the Jacobite Steam Train from two different viewpoints. Amazing! Thanks for choosing Timberbush, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our day was simply delightful

Our day was simply delightful! We appreciated our guide's insight and information, he was very kind and helpful. We had plenty of time at each stop and enjoyed a full day of seeing the landmarks. Exceptional driving, and the playlist was on point! Would definitely recommend and use again.

August 1, 2026
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Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted you enjoyed your day with Timberbush Tours and that your guide, the sights, and even the playlist helped make it memorable. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon! 😊

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I liked the punctuality of the tour

I liked the punctuality of the tour, driver was also friendly and kept us up to date on the journey

August 1, 2026
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Thank you for your kind words. Hopefully we can see you on another adventure with Timberbush soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

You have to do this with Timberbush

You have to do this with Timberbush! It was the highlight of our 3 week stay in Scotland and England. NEIL was the best. He knew his stuff and was always giving beautiful stories, historical points, and he was more than accommodating. He helped fellow passengers with walking assist devices at every stop, put up with rowdy and fun passengers (the best part) and you could hear him and he was always open to a stupid question. The accommodations were perfect, the AC in the coach was great and the Isle of Skye was amazing. The ferry, the Harry Potter Train, castles, Loch Ness, and every scenic stop along the way will always be remembered.

Tank you Neil. We will be back.

July 24, 2026
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Thank you for sharing your experience. We're thrilled that your tour with Timberbush Tours was the highlight of your three-week trip! Neil will be delighted to hear your kind words too! We hope to welcome you back to Scotland again soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We loved this tour

We loved this tour - so beautiful.
Our guide was knowledgeable and polite.

August 1, 2026
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Thank you for the lovely review and 5 stars! We are delighted you had a good time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our driver/guide was Gary

Our driver/guide to St Andrews and Fife villages was Gary, an excellent driving historian. We both learned a lot about Scotland. Gary was kind, helpful and funny at the same time, with a fantastic sense of humour, thus, making a long day in a vehicle entertaining. He is a very safe driver who made us feel a sense of calm while driving on the way. Congrats!

July 31, 2026
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Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted you enjoyed your day in St Andrews. Gary will be pleased to hear that he helped make the tour both entertaining and memorable. Thanks for choosing Timberbush Tours! 😊

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

AMAZING

This was one of the best tours I've done. Our driver Brian was the perfect tour guide going from telling us history and fun facts to being our personal stand-up comedian all while driving. If you're visiting Scotland for the first time and only have a day to explore outside of big cities, I can't recommend this enough.

July 31, 2026
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Reply from Timberbush Tours

Thank you for your fantastic review. We're delighted to hear Brian's humour and storytelling made the journey so entertaining from start to finish. Keeping passengers laughing while sharing Scotland's history is a real talent! Thanks for choosing Timberbush Tours, and we're thrilled you'd recommend the experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Day Trip

We did the one day Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Loch Ness tour with Timberbush Tours. I must say the whole tour, particularly our driver / guide, Brian, was amazing. Absolutely fantastic from start to finish. The places we visited were stunning and Brian was able to mix his knowledge with humour which ensured we took notice and took in everything he was saying.
I have given this review 5 stars but would have given more if I could.

July 31, 2026
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Reply from Timberbush Tours

Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the Highlands and Loch Ness tour. Brian will be thrilled to know his blend of humour and knowledge helped bring Scotland's history and landscapes to life. We especially appreciate your comment that you'd give more than 5 stars if you could as I am sure Brian will. We are lucky to have him in the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fiona was a fantastic tour Guide and…

Fiona was a fantastic tour Guide and Driver

We would like to come back time and again

July 30, 2026
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Thank you so much for the kind words and 5 Stars! Hopefully we can see you on a Timberbush adventure again soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Lochness experience ever!

It was really informative and interesting. The whole day was fantastic, thanks to Alex our wonderful driver guide. Cheers mate!

August 1, 2026
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Thank you for the kind words and 5 Stars! Alex will be delighted. Hopefully we can see you join another Timberbush tour in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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I had an outstanding experience with **Timberbush Tours**. The entire tour was very well organized, comfortable, and perfectly timed, allowing us to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Scottish Highlands without feeling rushed. Every stop was carefully chosen, and the itinerary offered a wonderful balance of scenery, history, culture, and free time to explore.

The highlight of the day was our **tour guide**. His knowledge of Scottish history, geography, wildlife, language, and local traditions was truly exceptional. What made the experience even more special was his storytelling. He didn't simply provide facts—he brought Scotland to life through fascinating historical stories, legends, humor, and engaging explanations that kept everyone interested throughout the journey. Even during the longer drives, every minute was enjoyable because of the way he connected the landscapes around us with Scotland's rich history and culture.

His passion for his country was evident in every part of the tour. He was also friendly, professional, patient, and ensured everyone felt welcome and comfortable. It is rare to meet a guide who can educate, entertain, and inspire at the same time, but he certainly did.

If you're looking for an authentic way to explore Scotland, I highly recommend **Timberbush Tours**. This was one of the best day tours I have ever taken, and I would happily book with them again on my next visit to Scotland. Highly recommended!

July 29, 2026
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Reply from Timberbush Tours

Wow, what a review! Thank you for your outstanding review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed exploring the Scottish Highlands with Timberbush Tours. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are honoured to be counted among the best day tours you've ever taken. We hope to welcome you back on another Scottish adventure soon! 😊

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lock Lomond, and Stirling

Lock Lomond, Stirling and Kelpies - we had a great time with Adam, who is a great guide. We loved that his accent was easy to understand for us foreigners and that he shared a lot of information with us.

July 28, 2026
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Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted you enjoyed the Loch Lomond tour and that Adam's knowledge and clear storytelling helped bring Scotland's history to life. Thanks for choosing Timberbush Tours!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great tour with great guide

Great tour with great guide. The tour features the highlight of highlands including several great viewpoints for Loch Ness Glen Coe . We even stopped by a spot where we could feed hairy coo ! My kids love it !

July 30, 2026
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Thank you for your wonderful review and 5 Stars! We're delighted you enjoyed the Highlands and meeting the famous Highland cows! Thank you for choosing Timberbush Tours, and we hope to welcome you and your family on another adventure soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very well managed

Very well managed. Fantastic selection of places

July 30, 2026
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Thank you for your kind words and 5 Stars! Hope to see you on another Timberbush adventure soon.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

My tour guide Lewis was so good but hostel was bad

My tour guide Lewis was so good. But I booked a hostel of female only dorm but they gave me mixed dorm which made me feel uncomfortable which could have been taken care of timberbush.

July 29, 2026
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Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear Lewis made your tour such an enjoyable experience. We are however sorry to learn that the hostel accommodation did not match your booking and understand how uncomfortable that must have been. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and will take your feedback on board and review with the accommodation team. Thank you for travelling with Timberbush Tours.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a Great tour of the highlands…

We had a Great tour of the highlands with lots of suggestive places to admire , and the best part was our guide john Who told us many interesting stories about scotland and Made the experience entrateining with handpicked scottish Music and jokes.

July 27, 2026
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Reply from Timberbush Tours

Thank you for your great review and 5 Stars! It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the stunning scenery and all the memorable stops along the way. John will be delighted to know his fascinating stories, humour, and carefully selected music helped make the journey so enjoyable. Thanks for choosing Timberbush Tours!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The nice Nick

The nice bus, beautiful view trip, especially the excellent tour guide Nick . He has been doing a fantastic job! Thanks to him and all.

July 30, 2026
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Reply from Timberbush Tours

Thank you for your kind review. It's great to hear you enjoyed the scenery and had a comfortable journey. Nick will be delighted to know he helped make the experience so memorable. Thank you for choosing Timberbush Tours, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! 😊

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