St. Andrews Private Day Tour

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St. Andrews Private Day Tour

Your St. Andrews Private Luxury Day Tour and Shore Excursion takes in the "Home of Golf" along with a Whisky Distillery & Scottish Fishing Village. Door to Door service from any Edinburgh location using a luxury vehicle & experienced Scottish Local.

Visit St. Andrews “The Home of Golf” and explore the coast of Fife on you own Luxury Private Day Tour and Shore Excursion.


  • Explore in comfort come rain or shine with a Private Tour by Luxury vehicle.
  • Benefit from the personalised experience of a Private Tour & Local Scottish Driver.
  • Highlights include the Old Course, Swilcan Bridge and the Famous University.
  • Relax with convenient Door to Door Service from any Edinburgh Location.

Forth Bridges

The three Forth Bridges are an impressive sight as they across the Firth of Forth, as well as providing transport links between Edinburgh and Fife.

The Forth Bridge is one of Scotland’s major landmarks, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.This magnificent railway bridge was built between 1883 and 1890 by Sir John Fowler, Benjamin Baker and over 4,500 men.

Considered to be an impressive feat in engineering, it was designed on the cantilever principle, and its three towers are over 100 metres high.

It stretches 2.5 kilometres between the villages of South Queensferry and North Queensferry, and was opened on 4th March 1890 by Edward, Prince of Wales.

Forth Bridges | Please Click Here

Mobility: Easy

St. Andrews Castle

The Castle is the ruins of the castle of the Archbishops of St. Andrews, dating in part from the 13th century.

On a headland to the north of St. Andrews stand the ruins of the city’s castle, the main residence of the bishops and archbishops of St. Andrews.

Explore the 16th-century siege mine, and the ‘bottle dungeon’, one of the most infamous castle prisons in medieval Britain, which was cut out of the solid rock.

St. Andrews Castle | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

St. Andrews Cathedral

The remains of St. Andrews Cathedral, which was Scotland’s largest cathedral and most magnificent church, show how impressive it used to be.

The museum houses an outstanding collection of medieval sculptures and other relics found on the site, including the magnificent St. Andrews Sarcophagus of Pictish date.

St. Rule’s Tower, in the precinct, is part of the first church of the Augustinian canons at St. Andrews built in the early 12th century.

There are splendid views from the top of St. Andrews and the Fife Coast.

St. Andrews Cathedral | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

University of St. Andrews

Home to Scotland’s first University and the third oldest university in the English-speaking world an integral part of the burgh and one of the UK’s most prestigious.

Where Prince William met Kate Middleton while studying, the university played a significant role in their relationship.

University of St. Andrews | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

Lunch Stop | The Jigger Inn | Old Course Pub

This historic building is steeped in history. It dates back to the 1850s, when it was the station master’s lodge and the history and heritage live on.

Today the Jigger Inn is home to golfing memorabilia, crackling open-hearth fires, home-cooked food and a superb selection of Scottish beers – this is traditional Scottish pub hospitality at its very best.

Fondly referred to as ‘the towns best 19th hole’ and much loved by the many celebrities who visit.

The pub’s own ‘Jigger Ale’ is available only here and at The American Club in Wisconson USA.

Reservations are required, please advise if this location is wanted for lunch during the tour. There are alternatives available if required.

The Jigger Inn | Please Click Here

Mobility: Easy

The Old Course & St. Andrews Links

The Old Course at St. Andrews is the most famous golf course in world golf and the Mecca to which every golfer aspires to make pilgrimage at least once in a golfing lifetime.

The Swilcan Bridge and Hell Bunker are recognised across the globe, yet the greatest feature of the Old Course is that despite its grand status it remains a public golf course, open to all.

The Old Course | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

Kingsbarns Whisky Distillery

Conveniently located close to St .Andrews, the Kingsbarns Whisky Distillery sits in a charming 18th century farm steading offering Whisky and gin tours, tastings, and a shop.

The distillery is situated between St. Andrews and Crail, close to the world famous Kingsbarns championship golf course.

The historic and charming East Newhall Farm steadings situated on Cambo Estate were carefully restored and converted into a small distillery with tasting rooms, shop and café.

Kingsbarns Whisky Distillery | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

Crail Harbour

Crail is a historic fishing village in the pretty East Neuk of Fife.

Charming cobbled streets tumble down to the miniature harbour, which is sheltered by cliffs and surrounded by historic fishing cottages.

Visitors flock to the harbour front for an ice cream and a stroll to see the fishing boats or to simply explore the timeless wynds within the village.

Crail Harbour | Please Click Here

Mobility: Easy

Scotland Secret Bunker

An innocent looking farmhouse conceals the entrance to Scotland’s best kept secret.

Discover the twilight world of the Cold War, from it’s top secret Command Centre to the dormitories, broardcasting studio and CND Room.

100ft underground the entrance hidden in an unsuspecting farm house is RAF Troywood, built by the RAF in 1953 in response to the threat of Nuclear War.

The Bunker is steeped in history, a great insight into how the elite would of survived a nuclear fallout.

Closes for the Winter Season – Open from Early February to November

Scotlands Secret Bunker | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium


Your day is planned to cover all the sights and attractions of St. Andrew at your pace, with no waiting for other passengers.


With so many places to visit our Private Tour and Shore Excursion allows you to sit back and relax in luxury taking in the stunning scenery and if you want to stop you can.


  • The itinerary will be confirmed on booking, the order will change depending on seasonal schedules.

Tour Duration: 8 Hours

Tour Cost: £900.00 or £150.00 PP (Based on 6 Passengers)

Tour Notes: Entrance Fees and Lunch are NOT Included

From £150 per adult


Departure days

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

January — December

Contact details

Aura Journeys Scotland

Edinburgh
Midlothian
Scotland
EH2 3JP

Key facilities

  • Wifi

Tour information

Starting

  • Edinburgh
  • Edinburgh - City Centre
  • Edinburgh Airport
  • Leith
  • Newhaven
  • Rosyth
  • South Queensferry

Length

1 Day

Transport

  • Driver guide
  • Minibus

Type

  • Bespoke
  • Private
  • Small Group (1-16)

Languages

  • English

Themes

  • Castles
  • City
  • Food and drink
  • Golf
  • History
  • Landscapes
  • Photography
  • Whisky

Tour prices


From £150 Per Adult

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Prices are subject to change depending on season

Tour Stops

Aura Journeys Scotland

Tour company information

Aura Journeys Scotland

Aura Journeys are an established provider of Private Tours and Chauffeur Services along with Airport Transfers in Scotland. Providing high quality old fashioned service levels in Scotland using our Luxury vehicles. Located in Edinburgh, Glasgow & Stirling using Scottish locals as drivers with years of experience our tours visit Lochs & Glens to the Scottish Highlands along with the historic St Andrews and Loch Ness. All Services include full Luxury Door to Door Service, with your own private driver so there is no waiting for others, our aim is to offer a fantastic Scottish experience to all.

Opening times

Office Opening:
09:00 - 18:00 - Monday to Friday
10:30 - 16:30 - Saturday and Sunday

Tours:
06:00 - 00:00 - 7 Days Per Week

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