The variety in this job is unreal! From the tour choices, to the people, you are pretty much guaranteed something new on every trip. But it’s the sights and locations that are the real biggies, from a stunning sunset over Oban to a dramatic, misty day on Skye.
The Highland Explorer brand began its journey in 2006.
We are part of the Edinburgh based Radical Travel Group Ltd, a local award-winning company with 30 years experience of delivering world-class tours throughout Scotland.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to delivering the very best travel experiences every day. Our tours are designed to make the most of your time in our stunning country and to give you an authentic experience of Scotland. Our mission is to exceed your expectations, a commitment that is recognised by our VisitScotland 5-star accreditation and consistent excellent customer feedback.
Scotland's landscape is stunningly beautiful with a magnificent history and culture that deserves to be told by the Scottish experts, our Guides. They will bring this heritage to life while ensuring you get to explore our nation's most breath-taking landscapes. Whether you are planning a day trip or a longer visit, our range of tours will give you an unforgettable insight into our country and its people, leaving memories that will last a lifetime.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to delivering the very best travel experiences every day. Our tours are designed to make the most of your time in our stunning country and to give you an authentic experience of Scotland. Our mission is to exceed your expectations, a commitment that is recognised by our VisitScotland 5-star accreditation and consistent excellent customer feedback.
Scotland's landscape is stunningly beautiful with a magnificent history and culture that deserves to be told by the Scottish experts, our Guides. They will bring this heritage to life while ensuring you get to explore our nation's most breath-taking landscapes. Whether you are planning a day trip or a longer visit, our range of tours will give you an unforgettable insight into our country and its people, leaving memories that will last a lifetime.
Award-Winning
We are passionate about delivering word-class experiences for travellers with our unique Scotland tours and have a strong commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly tourism. We make great efforts to minimise the environmental impact of our operations while giving our customers an authentic experience of Scotland.
Highland Explorer Tours has always been dedicated to delivering great experiences and we're proud to say that we've been receiving TripAdvisor Traveller's Choice every year since 2013, we are also a 5-star Visit Scotland accredited Scottish tour operator.
Highland Explorer Tours has received a Green Tourism Award under the VisitScotland approved Green Tourism Business Scheme since 2016.
Award-Winning
We are passionate about delivering word-class experiences for travellers with our unique Scotland tours and have a strong commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly tourism. We make great efforts to minimise the environmental impact of our operations while giving our customers an authentic experience of Scotland.
Highland Explorer Tours has always been dedicated to delivering great experiences and we're proud to say that we've been receiving TripAdvisor Traveller's Choice every year since 2013, we are also a 5-star Visit Scotland accredited Scottish tour operator.
Highland Explorer Tours has received a Green Tourism Award under the VisitScotland approved Green Tourism Business Scheme since 2016.
Passionate Local Guides
Our guides love Scotland; they want you to experience the best we have to offer and to understand why it’s such a special place. These highly trained and friendly locals will help you discover our history, culture, wildlife, and breath-taking scenery. They appreciate that travel is as much about having a great time as it is about discovering new places. We take pride in offering Scotland's most knowledgeable and passionate guides.
Passionate Local Guides
Our guides love Scotland; they want you to experience the best we have to offer and to understand why it’s such a special place. These highly trained and friendly locals will help you discover our history, culture, wildlife, and breath-taking scenery. They appreciate that travel is as much about having a great time as it is about discovering new places. We take pride in offering Scotland's most knowledgeable and passionate guides.
Meet Our Driver Guides
Our Fleet
Midi-Coaches
Our spacious and comfortable midi-coaches are perfect for exploring the Highlands and enjoying a day trip from the city.
Mini-Coaches
Ideal for smaller groups, our Mercedes-Benz 16-seater mini coaches provide a personal touring experience to explore Scotland's remote and off-the-beaten-path destinations.
Travel in Comfort
Take in Scotland's stunning scenery in comfort with climate control, USB charging points, and panoramic windows. Our fleet also includes onboard recycling.
iKnow Scotland – Information Partner with VisitScotland
We are proud to be providing local information to visitors as an accredited VisitScotland Information Partner (VIP). We want to ensure that you get the most from your visit to Scotland, so if you need any advice or information on what to see and do on your holiday here, visit us in our office in the heart of the Royal Mile.
iKnow Scotland – Information Partner with VisitScotland
We are proud to be providing local information to visitors as an accredited VisitScotland Information Partner (VIP). We want to ensure that you get the most from your visit to Scotland, so if you need any advice or information on what to see and do on your holiday here, visit us in our office in the heart of the Royal Mile.