Our guides are the best in the business. They know roads like the back of their hands, the locals like family and will take you to the best places Scotland has to offer. Learn more about these unforgettable characters, including why they love tour guiding, why they love Scotland and their favourite Scottish facts!
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Q. What made you want to become a tour guide/ work for HEX?
Always loved travelling & meeting people, now I get paid for the privilege, BONUS!.
Q. What’s 1 thing, that you think people would not know about Scotland?
Edinburgh is as far north as Moscow.
Q.Which famous scot would you most like to take on tour?
Bon Scott (from Kirriemuir), ex singer with AC/DC. I think we would immediately hit it off & have some great adventures.
“It was wonderful, so was our tour guide, Moray. He was very friendly, accommodating and helpful in his recommendations ! We can’t wait to come back in the future on other tours he leads!!”
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Q. What made you want to become a tour guide/ work for HEX?
I wanted to become a tour guide with HEX as I saw it as a challenge. I was quite shy in front of groups of people before this, so it was a big step for me. But this has really helped me get over that. Also, why wouldn’t you want to drive around the most beautiful country in the world every day?
Q.What’s your favourite place in Scotland/ Hidden gem?
I have too many favourites. Glencoe, Invermoriston, Waterfall at The Hermitage. No matter where you go there is always a hidden gem. But The Devils Pulpit is something very special that not a lot of people know about.
Q.What’s your favourite tour to take people on and why?
My favourite tour has to be the Jacobite tour. You get to see most of my favourite places and then go on the Hogwarts Express. Also, the awesome people I’ve met doing that tour makes it even more special.
“I had the pleasure of being escorted to the Highlands of Scotland by Mr. Steven B. He was very respectful, knowledgeable and funny. I would certainly do it all over again given the opportunity.”
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Q. What made you want to become a tour guide/ work for HEX?
It’s the best job in the world! Doesn’t feel like work.
Q. What’s one thing, that you think people would not know about Scotland?
We don’t all sound like Groundskeeper Willie!
Q.Where do you think people who’ve never visited Scotland should definitely go when they’re here?
Skye! It has some of the most amazing scenery Scotland has to offer
“Our guide Rory went above and beyond to look after everyone on the tour and gave great suggestions on where to eat, explore, and shop. He also made it easy to find meeting places, and his knowledge of Scottish history, stories, jokes, and good heart made me feel welcome.”
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Q. What’s your favourite place in Scotland/ Hidden gem?
The town of Fort Augustus, it’s a magical place
What’s your favourite tour to take people on and why?
5- day Scottish Choice, it has great variety for passengers and visits fantastic parts of the country
Q.Where do you think people who’ve never visited Scotland should definitely go when they’re here?
The western isles of Scotland (one of the islands), the west is best for scenery.
“Steven A, our guide, was amazing, and live and breathes Scotland. His tour is fun and informational, and when he’s taking you around, it’s very clear that you’re getting an experience that’s better than other options provide, and certainly way better than you could ever do on your own. He helps create a true appreciation for Scotland while you’re there, and you get the sense that even if it wasn’t his job, it’s what he would be doing.”
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Q. What made you want to become a tour guide?
My tertiary education is in History and Photography so I’m spectacularly unemployable for anything else.
Q. What’s 1 thing, that you think people would not know about Scotland?
We’re all Tam Johnson’s weans.
Q. Which famous Scot would you most like to take on tour?
Robert the Bruce – to England to get it back! He’s my idol, my love – I would have married him! Also, William Wallace, just so that when passengers on my bus claim to be a direct descendant, he can look them in the eyes and say “naw ya urnae”
Q.What’s your favourite place in Scotland/ Hidden gem?
Lewis and Harris, favourite tour is the Hebridean Escape. That’s where I’ll retire to!
Q. Favourite Scottish food or drink?
Soor Plooms and Whisky. Not together.