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Had the good fortune of choosing The Hairy Coo and having Lucky as our tour guide for the 3 day Scottish highlands tour. The tour and locations themselves were breathtaking, it has been planned out very well and nothing feels too much or too fast. Lucky was absolutely phenomenal, he’s truly the one who made the trip what it was. I so enjoyed his storytelling, quick wit and humorous retellings. He’s full of recommendations and knowledge of the entire area. He was extremely friendly and forthcoming and made the tour all the more worthwhile.

Our tour guide, David H., was so much fun. He was very knowledgeable about the Highlands, the lands and the history. We also got to hear stories from his own life. He was humorous and very friendly, giving us many tips for our longer stops. David also stopped at extra places where we could get more pictures, the views were stunning!! They are called the Hairy Coo so of course we got to see hairy coos!! They’re absolutely Adorable. We brought our own lunches, which saved us time in Fort Augustus to explore, but they do give us two hours in the town: one for food, one for optional cruise on the Lochness. I definitely recommend the Highlands tour!

Booking the one-day Highland Tour with a visit to Loch Ness through The Hairy Coo turned out to be an unforgettable experience, much of it thanks to our driver and guide, Brian Smith. The day was filled with fascinating sights, engaging stories, and just the right amount of entertainment during the bus ride, ensuring it was never dull but also not overwhelming. Brian did an excellent job of blending information about Scotland's natural landscapes and cultural history with light-hearted entertainment. The mix of listening to music together and learning about Scotland when the music was off made the journey feel special and well-rounded. I would wholeheartedly recommend booking with The Hairy Coo for anyone looking to explore the Highlands, and if possible, ask for Brian to be your guide. His approach to guiding—informative, engaging, and entertaining—significantly enhanced our experience. I'd gladly book another tour with them, especially if Brian is leading the adventure. Overall, it was a highly recommendable trip for anyone looking to get a deeper understanding of Scotland while enjoying a day full of entertainment and education.

I took a solo trip to Edinburgh and booked a tour with The Hairy Coo. Honestly, it was the best decision. Our guide/driver/DJ/storyteller, Stephen, was just amazing. His tales, jokes, banter and insights kept us entertained throughout, and made the entire trip memorable. I would gladly book another tour with them and highly recommend it to anyone who's in Scotland. PS: Unless you like living dangerously, avoid wearing white trainers. Or else you'd go home with brown trainers.

My husband and I had a great time on the 3 day Hairy Coo tour, with our driver guide Peter Richardson. Our driver guide did an amazing job in getting us to places on time and safely, while sharing the rich history of Scotland. We also enjoyed the Scottish tunes along the way. Peter truly made the whole experience so much better with his warmth and knowledge. Will definitely recommend Peter to anyone looking for an enjoyable tour of the beautiful lands of Scotland!

Amazing day out with our driver/tour guide, Wee Stevie, on the One Day Loch Ness tour. He did a fantastic job sharing history, stories, keeping us all engaged and ensuring our day was memorable. The tour was well organized, plenty of opportunities to get out, take photos, use facilities, and things like pre-arranging our boat tour tickets on the bus rather than lining up at the location. One of the things I looked forward to was feeding the highland coos and unfortunately the farm was going to be closed. Stevie called ahead and arranged for food to be left for us so we didn't miss out! Wonderful day!

We did the 1-day Loch Ness and Scottish Highlands tour, and WOW! I was skeptical at first about being on a tour for the entire day, but our driver/DJ/storytelling extraordinaire, Fraser, was amazing and kept everyone engaged the entire tour. He definitely has a gift for captivating an audience, and it was so obvious how much he loves Scotland! I appreciated his depth of knowledge which included history lessons, movie facts, music, as well as some funny stories! This was the highlight of our trip so far, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone else!

We did the 3 day Highlands and Isle of Skye tour with Stevie and it was truly amazing! He was the best tour guide we could of ever asked for. Had endless stories on Scottish Folklore and history. Learned so much. He was hilarious too and really engaged with the group. The views and places he brought us to were breathtaking. I’d do another tour with Stevie again in a heart beat!

Amazing experience!! Scot and Ali (sorry if I misspelled it) were great fun and full of knowledge! The views are definitely worth the long trip! We even found Nessie🤭 Will recommend to anyone who comes to Scotland!

This was our second trip to Scotland and our second tour with The Hairy Coo. We did the 3 day tour to Inverness, Isle of Skye and the Highlands. We learned so much about the history of Scotland and experienced some of the most beautiful scenery. We were able to renew our vows which made the tour even more special. We were lucky enough to have John as our tour guide both visits. He is so knowledgeable, funny and makes sure everyone has a great time. We can’t wait until our next visit and trip with The Hairy Coo!

David H was great! He had a great playlist, tons of historical knowledge, and seemed like he truly wanted to show every guest a great time. His driving skills were impeccable! My partner and I usually suffer from motion sickness on long car rides and were a little worried, but even on the windy roads, David had us smooth sailing. We also loved the stories he told about current day Scotland, it helped give a better picture of the country outside of Edinburgh. He seems like he has great pride in his country and we really felt it. Thanks for the great tour David! (Also, the coos were adorable 😊)

One of the best tours I’ve been on. Heaps of stops, plenty of time in each location and some of the most beautiful countryside I’ve ever seen The bus driver/guide Colin was so great. Full of fun facts, story’s and laughs. The seats on the bus didn’t have any trays/storage which was odd for a tour covering such a large distance so don’t plan for space. The bus was also packed! Overall would highly recommend this company and taking a day trip into the highlands while you’re in Scotland!

My husband and I did the 3-day tour of the Isle of Skye, Inverness, and the Highlands. Our wonderful guide and coach driver was Wee Stevie (aka Steven King) and he ensured that we made it to and from each destination in one piece and plenty amused. Being on a bus with 24 strangers is a little daunting, but I cannot recommend this experience enough! Renting a car and driving through Scotland may offer more flexibility in the where and when, but it wouldn't be able to compare to the peace of mind and expert navigation of the drivers of this company. The check in process is smooth and bags are stowed quickly and efficiently in the undercarriage, the buses are clean and roomy with views from every seat, the ride is comfortable and entertaining and safe. We felt that the time that was spent at each destination was more then sufficient, and that when changes were made it was always in the best interest of the guests. There were many many stops for food and restrooms (some of these were not free and required a small payment of £0.50 to £1). Please book a tour if you have the time and know that the itinerary was amazing and everything was beautiful. Thank you so much Stevie for an absolutely wonderful adventure! Missing you already!

We enjoyed our tour with Hairy Coo tours. Our tour guide/driver David is fantastic! He is very knowledgeable to all the places we went, he is funny and loved listening to his stories. Most importantly, he made us comfortable during our trip and picked and dropped us back safetly. The weather was perfect and visited all the places we meant to visit. we had a perfect tour day! thank you very much!

This trip exceeded my expectations! The views were absolutely breathtaking. There were plenty of stops for bathroom and snack breaks. Aside from the beautiful views, Craig, my tour guide made this trip extra great! He went out of his way to make this a memorable tour. I was extremely happy and would recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun time with great people and amazing scenery!

The Hairy Coo tour of the Scottish highlands very thoroughly enjoyed! We had a great driver (Lucky) who was very entertaining, friendly and with great knowledge on not only the sights but also the history on the areas we passed. All the stops had breathtaking views and we stopped for the perfect amount of time to take photos and break. The bus itself was very comfortable which made the journey even more pleasant and enjoyable. It was my first tour of the highlands and I would highly recommend to everyone! 🙂 Tablet ice cream a must try in Pitlochry

Great option for anyone looking for a day trip through the Scottish Highlands. The trek up there and back is a bit of a slog, but the driver/guide kept us entertained the whole time, which must be absolutely exhausting! But he did a fantastic job and we had a great time. We saw Loch Ness, beautiful Highlands vistas, and even a real hairy coo! And it was lovely to rest in between stops and hear all about the history of the locations we drove through. All in all, a day well spent!

My family and I recently did the 3 day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands tour with the Hairy Coo tour company. We had a wonderful time and saw so much. Our guide Lynne Anne was amazing and shared so much helpful information along the way! The first 2 days are very full and fast paced so just be prepared for that. The 3rd day was much more relaxed and we enjoyed having a bit of extra time at each stop.

We took the tour around the Highlands with Craig yesterday and had an absolute blast. Craig kept us entertained throughout the whole trip with fun stories, quiz questions (even a round of Bus-a-oke :D) and we were super impressed by his knowledge of the area and its history. If you have the chance, you should try book a tour with him!! Thank you for the amazing memories and greetings from Germany!

We did the 3-day Isle of Skye tour from Edinburgh at the end of May and had such a fantastic time with the effervescent Fraser as our guide/driver. Full of gorgeous scenery and interesting history/lore, the packed itinerary covers a vast area and wide range of sites that will leave you with memories (and photos) for a lifetime. Fraser was a phenomenal guide who genuinely knows how to tell a great story and pick tunes! He clearly loves what he does and his passion for Scotland makes an already magical area of the world even more special! He brings the knowledge, a fun energy, and a kind spirit which truly makes this tour memorable and well worth taking. Thanks Fraser and The Hairy Coo!

We had an amazing trip of the highlands with Craig! Craig was super fun, kept us entertained with many stories, and gave us a lot of bonus stops with photo opportunities. We even got to feed hairy coos!! Would absolutely recommend this trip, all the must-see spots in a short amount of time. And if you get Craig as your driver, you’re in for an extra amazing trip

Our guide Martin did a fantastic job! He was very informative and funny as well. He made sure we stopped regularly for pictures and toilet breaks. One of the best experiences we had in Scotland for sure! 10/10!

We did the 13 hour tour of the highlands where we got to spend 2 hours in Loch Ness. As a group that didn’t rent a car, this was our best way to see the Scottish countryside. Our guide David was awesome and gave us great insight and was very enthusiastic. A tip I would give is to get there as early as possible, we left promptly at 7:30 and got there 15 minutes early and were near the back of the bus. If you get at all car sick make sure you are near the front and can see out of the windshield.

We went on the highland tour with Hairy Coo today. We had David as our driver, tour guide, and comedian. It was a long, fun, beautiful day even with rain, wind sunshine and all. David was such a great driver and story teller. He told us a lot of about the history of Scotland and also shared some good stories of his personal life. We really enjoyed his story telling with a bit of humor in it. The only minor down side for us is that we felt a bit rushed on some of the stops. Being off the bus with many other passengers and other tour buses created long wait lines at places with the limited time. But overall, we highly highly recommend going on this tour with Hairy Coo, and if you’re lucky you’ll have David as your driver!

I knew I just had to see the Highlands when in Scotland and this tour was by far the best thing I booked! Brian Smith was our tour guide/driver and he is amazing! He shares many stories about Scotland and is very funny. He made the experience very fun! The views are absolutely beautiful! And book the Lochness Boat tour! I was hesitate to buy it, but did and so worth it! Definitely recommend this 1-day tour! Also, ask for Brian Smith and to be on his bus! Definitely would book with The Hairy Coo Tours again!

We had a great time touring with Phil! He was very engaging & enthusiastic with stories both historic & not. We also enjoyed the games & bus-e-okie (karaoke)—just wish we’d had a more fun group of fellow tourists on board with us to make it more enjoyable ;) HUGE bonus (and highlight of the day for our daughter) was the quick stop to feed carrots to Phil’s special Hairy Coo friends! It was a fun, educational, and overall great experience. If/when we come back to Scotland we will surely book with the Hairy Coo Crew again :)

My husband and I have done countless tours over the years all over the world & we’ve never had a guide come even close to Fraser. From the second we got picked up he made everyone feel comfortable & in the best hands. I generally have the attention span of a gnat & his story telling kept me completely captivated for 3 solid days. He was extremely entertaining, kind & just downright funny. It’s rare to see someone love what they do as much as he does and that’s so special. I also appreciate an amazing playlist and his choice of tunes were excellent. The tour overall ran very smoothly and the sights were spectacular. The days are long but if you’re lucky enough to get a guide as great as Fraser they fly by. Would highly recommend booking the 3 day tour and experiencing the beauty of the Highlands and Skye!

What an amazing tour! My partner and I only had a couple days in Edinburgh and we chose to take this tour so we would be able to see as much as we could in a short time. We were very fortunate to have Lucky as our tour guide/driver! He was funny, enthusiastic knowledgable. He's a great story teller and was really passionate about us all having a good time and seeing all that we could while we were with him. He was patient and was able to control the group in a funny way which made everyone get back on the bus on time (the latecomers had to dance back onto the bus to get on 🤣) The tour itself was beautiful and definitely worth doing. Really recommend Lucky and the Hairy Coo!

The best experience. This was 3 days of endless unimaginable views and such good times. Lucky was the kindest driver, always taking the time to make stops and enhance the experience with his storytelling. I wholeheartedly recommend if this is your first time in the highlands and you want to see amazing things and learn the history of the land.

An amazing day tour. Our Guide-Driver Anthony was great! Made us laugh and entertain us along the way, telling us Scottish folklore and sharing us also a lot of facts about Scotland. I would consider this trip a must do for everyone that is planning to visit Edinburgh and wants to see the country side and more. I can only add 5 stars but the experience was 10/5!

We did the three day Isle of Skye and the Highlands tour and had a fantastic time. Our guide Lynanne was hilarious and kept the bus well entertained throughout the tour with plenty of stories of Scottish history and her interaction with us was great. The second day of the tour is quite long, so be prepared for that, but there is a lot packed into that day and it’s worth the time to see all of the sights, get pictures, and wander around getting to know the area. There are plenty of stops for bathroom breaks, food, and shopping. All in all it was a great tour that was a lot of fun and I wouldn’t hesitate to book with the Hairy Coo again.

It was a wonderful 3 day tour. Stunning views, snow-capped mountains and lakes. Our guides Steve and Lucky are amazing. All the way they told interesting stories, jokes and sang songs. It was very fun and great. I'll definitely be back. Thank you

Our tour guide Stephen was amazing. His knowledge, professionalism, and humor made our three day tour the best. Although my wife didn’t get to time travel by touch the standing stones, we were impressed by the wealth of knowledge Stephen has in the history of Scotland. We were able to see the most beautiful landscape I have ever seen. Even our young daughter had a wonderful time. Thank you Stephen.

We went on the Hairy Coo Highlands and Loch Ness tour out of Edinburgh with Martin and I can’t say enough positive things! Martin truly made our tour so special with his stories, history lessons, and tales of the sights we were seeing. We had the opportunity to stop for photos at more places than I had initially anticipated which was a huge bonus. Martin did what he could to make sure we got out the most out of each stop and we are truly grateful! I would definitely do this tour again and hope that the next time I’m back in Bonnie Scotland I am able to do another tour with the Hairy Coo! Cheers Martin!

My Mum and I had an absolute blast on our 3 day Highlands tour with John (King of the North). What made it fantastic was John’s humour and passion for the area - truly wouldn’t have been the same experience without him! Despite one day of not the best weather, John made the whole trip truly top notch and we had the greatest time seeing the Highlands and Skye. The bus was comfortable, clean and felt very safe throughout the trip. Again, a real unforgettable few days in some spectacular landscapes with lots of laughs and fun along the way.

Tldr - Amazing trip, visualling stunning landscapes, tasty food, and friendly people. Highly recommended. We started the 3-day tour on 27th December with Fraser, which was tragically cancelled due to storm Gerrit. Thankfully, I was given a chance to start the trip again for the trip of 28-30 Dec. on the bus with Stephen. Both of them are very knowlegeable about the history of the people and the land, and had some truly amazing stories to share. The stories, often with a dark and bloody history, were told with a great mix of respect and witty charm, and told with such enthusiasm that our mood never went down. The landscapes - including all the mountains and their valleys, the lochs, and the castles - were truly sights to behold, especially on Day 2 on LochNess and the Isle of Skye. We were lucky to get a sunny weather for the most part of the tour which made it even more fun. There is something for everyone, from fans of modern entertainment like Highlander or Harry Potter, or history enthusiasts wanting to learn more about the Scottish culture. There is also enough time for shopping for souverniers and other items and to generally look around. I would definitely also recommend trying out the local fish food whenever possible (on day1 and day2 evening at Inverness is a good place to do so). I would also like to give a great shoutout to Scottish music being played throughout the tour, and the 500-mile song has become one of my favourites. This 3-day (or rather, 4-day) trip has been truly remarkable, and likely the best short tour I have ever had. On this new year's day, I would like to thank both our guides Steven and Fraser, and all my co-passengers on both the bus and the van for creating such a remarkable trip that I would remember lifelong. Have a great year and life ahead, and success in your future endevours!!! I definitely recommend the Hairy Coo tours for those wanting great Scotland trips with a genuine Scottish experience.

We booked the one day highland tour through The Hairy Coo. It was great! Our guide, Peter, was very friendly, the balance between information, humour and music was extremely well done. (Also- great music). The bus and the seats were comfy, good timing with bathroom breaks and information about their timing and availability. During the stops you have the opportunity to buy food, snacks or something to drink. The route was amazing, so many great views. We also stopped to feed Highland Cows ♥️ Peter also took pictures for us, thank you for that!! Would definitely recommend the tour and The Hairy Coo and would book again. It was a great day

What an amazing tour! We were really conflicted about whether we should book this or not, and were considering perhaps renting a car instead, but I couldn’t be more relieved we opted for the tour as it was so fantastic. Even though it’s a long day of driving, you have stops so frequently that you’re never driving uninterrupted for very long, and the time absolutely flies by because your guide is entertaining you the entire time. We learned SO much about the history of the places we saw and passed through, it was absolutely fascinating. And our guide Scott was fantastic, so entertaining and really brought the experience to life. We packed a lot of snacks and our own lunch which I would recommend, as I was never hangry and in November you're never sure what will be open food wise. Plus, then you can spend the entire time at stops enjoying exploring the area. But you must try the whisky ice cream! It was amazing. I’d also highly recommend booking onto the Loch Ness boat tour, you’ll need some cash for this, but it makes the stop much more memorable. All in all we’re so happy we booked this tour and experienced the magic of the highlands, and thank you to Scott for making it so memorable. 100% recommend.

We did the three day Skye tour. Such an amazing trip. You get to see so much of Scottish nature and amazing places. Our guide William was so knowledgeable, funny and friendly. He told so many stories and helped us understand Scottish history and culture. We also had beautiful weather so it was such a breathtaking experience. To be honest it might be a little challenging for some as you do spend a lot of time crammed into a bus. But you get “wellness” stops almost every hour and the guide is very intuitive and helpful so you can ask him for a stop if you don’t feel well. If you debating if you should book the trip, DO IT. You will not regret it!

I did the three day tour with John and it was a fun experience. It was easy to book and all the info from the company is useful, it’s well organized. Scotland is beautiful and all the places we went to are well worth a visit. John is a very skilled driver and entertaining guide, with considerable knowledge of the history and geography, so you’ll get to learn a lot about the landscapes and what shaped Scotland throughout the millennia. We were pretty lucky with the weather, even though there was even lots of rain and some hail. We got to experience beautiful rainbows and strong winds alike. Here are some things to consider before doing a tour like this one: - the 16 seat van we had is pretty tiny. That makes it easy to reach certain places, as it’s easier to maneuver and park than a bigger bus/coach, but it can feel very crammed at times, as the seats are somewhat small, especially the middle seat on the last row. That seat in particular also makes it difficult to get good photos from the van. Warm jackets/coats in winter and bigger backpacks that fellow travelers bring onboard make it feel even more crammed. - it’s relatively long days in the van, so if you’ve got issues with that or feel uncomfortable in smaller spaces, you might wish to opt for something different. - the weather is unpredictable so make sure to wear good clothes that are wind- and water-proof. - there’s a chance that the schedule will be adjusted somewhat, depending on accessibility, opening hours, seasonal limitations etc, so take the tour if you’re okay with that flexibility. All in all, I had a good experience and can definitely recommend The Hairy Coo. This was a great way to see the highlands and Isle of Skye which I wouldn’t have been able to do on my own otherwise. It was great fun to sing along and even join two fellow passengers in renewing their wedding vows, I’ve now got great memories to share!

The guide and driver is so knowledgeable ,funny kind, and so just overall so nice! He is the beat guide ever! He knows so much about Scotland and is so fun to talk to and he has a really good choice is songs that play all along the trip which are very entertaining. The buses are nice and decently comfortable. They stop for a fair number of bathroom breaks too. The trip is so fulfilling and so beautiful. I hope Scotland stay the way it is and its people keep loving it the way they do. You get to see and learn so much on this trip about the history of england and scotland and in the most fun and engaging way possible. Please visit Scotland once in your lifetime.

This was one of the best (if not the best) tour I’ve been on! What an amazing way to see the Highlands, meet some hairy coos and get to experience the mysteries of the Loch Ness, all in one day! Our tour guide Marteen was great and very knowledgeable. He shared many historical facts as we went on through the Highlands. He definitely made us think about taking another trip back to the Highlands, as there is still so much to see. What a memorable experience!

My partner and I were considering driving around Scotland ourselves, until we came across The Hairy Coo. We booked the 3-Day Isle of Skye & Highlands Tour and couldn't have been more impressed with it. The history, jokes and commentary from our tour guide was a highlight. If you are questioning weather or not you should drive yourself or take a tour? This is the company to select. In addition to the fantastic tour and guidance, the scenery is amazing. We were taken to locations that only locals would know about.

“From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour” It was exactly as expected, a road trip to see the beautiful scenery of the Highlands. Our bus driver Pete really made an effort to tell us stories and make our trip fun. It would be nice to have a guide so the driver can focus on driving. Most of the stops are quick toilet breaks, but it wouldn't be possible to cover all that distance with longer stops. However, there is plenty of time to walk around (or take a boat trip) during the lunch stop. Overall, it was a really nice experience.

I highly recommend this trip. We thoroughly enjoyed all three days of this adventure. The timing was perfect, and our guide John was excellent in narrating stories about Jacobites, Scottish history, and providing relevant information about each place we visited. It was a great pleasure to travel with them, and I will definitely choose them again if I visit the Highlands in the next few years. Keep up the good work! Thank you.

I traveled to Scotland by myself and decided to take a 3 day tour to the highlands with the hairy coo I believe it was the best tour I have ever had The scenery was unbelievably beautiful Our guide, Anthony, is the best! He was full of historical and cultural stories. He was really funny, welcoming and engaging. The atmosphere was so warn and friendly and I even made some new friends. I cannot wait to visit Scotland again

This was such an incredible experience! Our guide Martin was absolutely fantastic and so knowledgeable, the entire day was spent learning about the history and culture of Scotland and the places we passed/visited, he kept the energy flowing and truly made the day. Could not recommend the Highlands and Loch Ness tour enough. It’s given us so much inspiration for our next trip to Scotland!

Really enjoyed my 3 days trip to Isle of Skye Highland with Stephen! He was very funny and has great stories to tell about scotland. We also stopped at many amazing spots during the trip. Definitely recommend this trip!

We had a fantastic day with our guide Bruce and driver Lucky. There was a lot of snow and some very tight sections of road but we felt completely at ease with Lucky at the wheel. Bruce gave fantastic insight to some of Scotlands amazing history and made us laugh with his jokes. Could not recommend The Hairy Coo more. A must when in Scotland!!!

Our guide Steve made the trip so good that I feel it was a steal! Honestly recommend to anyone who feels they have a deep understanding for and deep appreciation of British nature and countryside. I didn't expect to like the history talk as much, but I loved it. Steve was funny, entertaining, insightful and mainly a huge eejit (as he so aptly crowned himself early on through the tour). No, but honestly, the sights were breathtaking and the stops well picked. The weather did us a favour, so I do recommend monitoring if it's going to rain or not. The visibility of the places was top tier. Furthermore, I'd like to thank Steve again because although he didn't have to, he stopped a few times to let us see some extra things (like the hairy coos) because we gained some spare time to do so. It really made a difference. If I had more time to stay in Scotland, I'd definitely book the multiple-day tours. This was just a day and it was one for the books. I'll never forget this experience.

I spent a lot of time looking up tours before deciding on a three day tour of Skye with Hairy Coo. Absolutely loved it, and can’t be more thrilled with the experience. Lucky was an excellent guide. Great stories, fantastic driver, wonderful humor and was incredibly helpful as well as thoughtful to all of us on the tour. I really appreciate his communication- He explained our timelines well and let us have choices when possible. Also had great choice in music. This tour was a great way to experience Isle of Skye. We got to see so much and had the chance to rest on the bus between stops, I’m glad we didn’t drive so we could just take in the scenery. Highly recommend this tour company and experience! I can’t get over Isle of Skye and Glencoe- absolutely stunning!

My partner and I went on this tour mid winter and could not have had a better time. Ryan was an absolute legend. Great stories, historical knowledge and interaction with the customers. Bus was modern and clean. Stopping locations were amazing and Ryan was always happy for a chat.

The hairy coos tour was such a good experience and great value for money! David my tour guide was so friendly, informed us on Scottish history and took us to some of the most beautiful locations of natural scenery I’ve ever laid my eyes on. Filled with sight seeing and fun activities including feeding highland cows and sailing on the Loch Ness all from the comfort of a new, clean and warm coach. Highly recommend.

We had such a great time on our 3 day tour, but our favorite part by far was our wonderful tour guide wee Stevie. The days were long and a bit taxing at some points, but Stevie always new how to keep us in a chipper mood with his hilarious antidotes and beautiful singing. He made sure everyone was involved and having a fantastic time. Everything we saw was great and Stevie made sure to avoid times when huge crowds would be there, making for extra nice pictures and towns that weren’t overcrowded. Would absolutely recommend this tour and request wee Stevie if you can. As Stevie would say “I’m missing you already” and we really do!

Stellar Highlands Tour with The Hairy Coo and Anthony! As a solo traveler, it was recommended to me to take a multi-day tour which was hands down the BEST. ADVICE. EVER. The 3-day Highlands tour was jam-packed with jaw-dropping scenery and will remain with me forever in all the best ways. The Hairy Coo provides great tour itineraries and their driver guides are phenomenal! Anthony was welcoming, engaging, witty and has a great playlist for the journey. He invested his time getting to know each of the group members and creating a little tour family, and shared a broad expanse of historical knowledge about Scotland and each of the places we visited. My Scotland experience was shaped by this tour and I cannot wait to visit Scotland again and tour with The Hairy Coo!

My friend and I booked the 1-Day Loch Ness tour back in June 2019. It looks like Hairy Coo modified the itinerary slightly but I had an absolutely fabulous time. Some of the locations included driving through the Highland, Deanston Distillery for some delicious Scotch whisky (it was 5 o'clock somewhere), Trossachs Woollen Mill and of course, Loch Ness. Not only was our tour guide hilarious but he was so informative about Scottish history, the locations we visited, some of the Roman history, and he was overall very helpful and kind. If I remember correctly, my friend and I did pay a little extra to take a boat ride around Loch Ness (still pretty affordable). This was such a wonderful day spent. I definitely recommend booking with Hairy Coo and please remember to tip your tour guides.

We had a wonderful day on the 1-day Loch Ness highlands trip. The bus was clean and comfortable. Our guide provided a great narrative with music and stories along the way. My only comment is that the shops and restaurants were closed at 2 of the stops. Very little to do at the actual towns if the gift shops and restaurants are closed. Picturesque but I would’ve enjoyed spending some time and money in the towns

We took my mother to Scotland for hey 75th birthday and our first tour was with The Hairy Coo. We chose 1-Day Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond to get a really good taste of the area outside Edinburgh. What a great treat! We were greeted by our tour guide, Brian Smith, and the day kept getting better! Brian's energy and passion was really appreciated. He shared personal stories, fun facts (like that those from Isle of Skye are called Skylanders... at least according to him) trivia, and love of music. He was also very helpful. When he found out one couple in our group did not speak English very well he worked with them to find out some languages they knew better, and then asked the group of anyone spoke them. Luckily I speak French, as did they, so I was able to share information with them. All of our planned stops were executed well... good locations, good timing, and Brian tried to give us tips on how to get the most out of any place. If you were within earshot of him and asked a question (even just to yourself) he heard it and would help. The bus itself was comfy, and since it was a rainy day Brian kept it nice and cozy. Well...I guess there are a lot of rainy days, because "today's rain is tomorrow's whiskey". I loved something about every stop so no one stop stands out too much more than another: the Kelpies were more stunning than I could have imagined, Stirling Castle was beautiful and provided a wonderful view into Scotland's past, and our stops in Loch Lomond were wonderful, if not too brief. I could have easily stayed longer in both Stirling and Loch Lomond, and you may want to think about giving Brian a walking tour through Stirling - the way he spoke about his home town made me really want to see more of it. A special shout out goes to the Iron Bru Creams Brian told me to buy at one stop in Loch Lomond. They were so good, and I've been trying to figure out how to find them in Canada. I have one bag left and I'm terrified of opening them because then I'll finish them and have none! I wish we had taken longer tours through The Hairy Coo! I can only imagine how much fun the 3 day tours would be, and how much more we would learn about the beauty and history of Scotland. When, not if, we return I'll be booking with The Hairy Coo. Hopefully we get Brian as his energy matched mine, it also spread to the others on the tour, and I believe we all felt really comfortable and happy. I'd ask for Brian if you are booking!

1000/10 This tour is INCREDIBLE and I would recommend to anyone who visits Scotland!! Our tour guide was David H - who flawlessly drove that bus around some crazy drivers, taught us about the history of this country & added in excellent jokes/stories along the way. This was by far the most engaging tour I have ever been on. The highlands are just unreal. UNREAL. My husband and I enjoyed every single second of it from the stops around the Lochs & adorable towns to the really cozy dinner spot to the highlight of the trip(at least for me): meeting Hamish, Honey & Baxter. Three of the most gentle, beautiful, sweet hairy coos. HEAVEN! David, thank you for an incredible day!! I hope you get that special winter whiskey & so much more!!

We went on the day trip to Loch Ness and the Highlands, in two words: it was GREAT. If I go back to Scotland 100% I would repeat with them and I wish I could have the guide Phil again, a lovely man who not only tells you the history of Scotland but will make your trip with them amazing, unforgettable and super fun. On the tour we were a bit worried because the tour was in English, but thanks to our great guide Phil who was able to explain everything in a simple way we had no difficulties at all. The tour makes several stops which, although they are not very long, give you time to go to the toilet and see the villages you pass through. One of the extra activities that you can buy there on the bus is the boat on Loch Ness (50 min) highly recommended even if you go with the little ones at home. All in all, a great experience that I would definitely recommend, a 10/10. And again, thanks to the guide Phil, an incredible guy.

This was the perfect tour for a taste of the Highlands!! Our tour guide, Brian, was **outstanding**. We got to feed and pet Hairy Coos and had some of the greatest breads and treats of our entire trip at Mhor Bakery in Callendar. I wish we’d had a little more time in Fort Augustus, but it just means we’ll have to go back again!! The boat ride on Loch Ness was the perfect addition to the trip. 10/10 years would recommend The Hairy Coo!!

love it. amazing tour guide & bus driver. we got Martin as our tour guide and bus driver. he has wealth of knowledge on Scotland, he shares his knowledge on past and current events, and story telling on specific historical buildings that we drove by. this is my favourite part as it brings the places to live. on top of that he has a really good spirit and great taste in music & music. we tried all the food that he recommended during our stops, it was delicious! we truly enjoy the tour and martin made it an amazing one for us! highly recommend.

Waking up early is hard for me, but it was so beyond worth it for the amazing tour I went on. Martin was a fantastic driver, guide and entertainer. We saw some amazing places and each stop seemed more spectacular than the last. I was solo and never felt alone on this journey. Being able to buy tickets for the Loch Ness boat through the tour was super convenient and removed the stress of missing out. The highlands were just spectacular and awe inspiring. I was glad to have enough time to soak it all in at each stop. And I was beside myself when Martin provided us with some snacks for his sweet friends Hamish, Honey and Baxter. Absolutely a highlight and I would 1000% recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see some of the most beautiful places on this planet. (If you get motion sickness, take something before the tour and don’t miss out on the first few hours like I did. The roads are winding)

We went on the 3 day Skye tour and it was absolutely fantastic! A massive thank you to our driver and guide Brian Smith. Brian was extremely knowledgeable with all the interesting stories about Scotland which even I (who lives here in Scotland) had no idea about! During the trip Brian also made sure everybody was having fun and enjoying themselves along the way. What a fantastic way to explore Scotland while learning about it as well. Thank you guys so much! Will definitely be recommending to everyone!

It is my first time in Edinburgh and I took my father in the highlands tour with this company. What a perfect day. This was an incredible tour! Not only was the scenery gorgeous, but our Tour Guide — Peter — made it such a fun and engaging experience. He had so many stories about the history of Scotland, as well as some personal stories as an Edinburgh local, which genuinely made the trip more enjoyable than it already was. Every single stop was incredible, from food, to scenery, and everything in between. What an incredible way to spend the day, cannot recommend this tour (and Peter) enough!