EDINBURGH

  The hikes and views were everything I had hoped! The hills are so pretty and green. There are so many lovely sights to see from atop them, and to learn... read more about. My guide, Moray, was perfect to learn from, and simply a great guy! He is born and raised, and has raised his own family, right in Edinburgh. On top of that, he is a local doctor, doing these tours, because he loves it!. He is, of course, smart, extremely knowledgable about the hills and everything you can see from them, warm, friendly, and used to dealing with all kinds of people, as he has decades of experience working as a family physician. He is also very cool, and as a tourist, he can give you real insight into the local Scottish culture. I can't say enough good things about Moray, or the day. It was truly something I'll never forget. BUT, I haven't got to the best part! I was only in Edinburgh for 48 hours, as I was staying in London, traveling from the U.S. When I got back to London I realized I did not have my passport, I left it at the hotel in Scotland! To make a long story short, the hotel would not mail me my passport, would not let a courier pick it up, and demanded that I MUST return in-person to pick it up. This would have cost me hundreds of dollars, it would have consumed the entire last day of my trip, and taken me away from my daughter who was working in London at the time! The hotel did however agree to allow my "local friend" pick-it up. This "local friend" that I suggested, was simply my tour guide from my excursion the day before, Moray! I emailed Moray and asked if he could help. I felt so bad. The hotel made things extremely difficult. They required a lot of documentation to be sent in prior to Moray arriving. They did not make it easy. Moray was kind to me throughout the entire process. He ended up getting it and then next day shipping it to me, just in time for my flight home. The tour was fabulous, but it's Moray who took the cake! I highly recommend you do this tour, you couldn't be in better hands, and it's really awesome!

  I've just arrived home after a most enjoyable afternoon tour around the Art Deco buildings of Edinburgh, with 7 Hills Tours. We were met by our guide, Moray, at... read more the minibus who made us very welcome and enthusiastically introduced us to the fascinating architectural design of St Andrews House on the southern edge of Carlton Hill. We were then expertly guided around the Art Deco highlights of Edinburgh. Between buildings, as we drove through the city, Moray provided us with entertaining stories of the architects and the buildings themselves. Having lived in the city for many years it was a revelation to discover these wonderful buildings right under my nose. The afternoon flew by and towards the end we enjoyed delicious tea and scones in the Maybury - a distinctive 1930s gem. Both the exterior and interior detail is beautifully preserved; an elegance which surely enhances its current use as a casino. This was a super tour, in a high quality bus, with a dedicated driver and a knowledgeable and friendly guide.

  Moray created a perfect day of exploring areas just outside of Edinburgh for me. He picked me up at my breakfast spot and off we went. I had chosen... read more sites including Gilmerton Cove to explore the mystery of the underground chambers, a secret garden, and a pub from the 1300's