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’s your favourite tour to take people on and why?
Lewis and Harris. You’ve got such a range! from the Harris Tweed manufacturers production, to The Callanish Stones (standing stones) and filmography! 2001: A Space Odyssey scenes were filmed on the Isle of Harris.
Q. What’s 1 thing, that you think people would not know about Scotland?
Edinburgh is as far north as Moscow.
Q. Which famous person would you most like to take on tour?
Anne Laurence (Princess Anne); she is the patron of the Scottish Rugby Union! I would like to take her to places she’s not been yet in Scotland.
“We went to the meeting site and met our driver and tour guide, Fergie. He was AWESOME!! Fergie was so knowledgeable about every single place we drove by. He was super friendly and made you feel at home and had a great sense of humor. There were some stops on the way that were a bit crowded but Fergie knew other stops where there were less people but the views were still just as amazing! He was professional and I wasn’t concerned with his driving (I get nervous while driving with others). This tour was breathtaking!!
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Q. What made you want to become a tour guide?
I very much fell into the driver/guide life by accident after having spent the previous 18yrs in the construction industry. Always had a real love for my country and a deep enjoyment of driving the fantastic Highland roads…..yet was also slightly embarrassed how little I knew of our rich history! This job, although intimidating to begin with, seemed like the perfect fit.
Q. What’s your favourite tour to take people on and why?
The tours I most enjoy doing involve visiting the islands, and amongst them I guess the favourite would be the 5 day trip out of Edinburgh that heads to Orkney. I had never visited Orkney before starting work with HEX and it was in instant love affair. A much softer feel than the West coast islands, colourful and fertile, huge sea cliffs that regularly suffer the fury of Atlantic batterings, tremendous beaches and some great food and drink to be had also. Mostly however, Orkney is home to some of the cream of our history both ancient and modern. Some of the UK’s oldest stone circles, neolithic burial chambers and villages are to be found on this far-flung outpost. Not to mention Vikings, everybody loves Vikings! Also in more recent times Orkney was the main operating base for the Royal Navy during WW1 and WW2. It is a relaxing, well thought out and planned tour that gives us time to really soak things up.
Q. Where do you think people who’ve never visited Scotland should definitely go when they’re here?
Places not to miss when visiting? The classics (for me) would be the National Museum in Edinburgh, Stirling Castle, Glen Coe, Royal Deeside, Inverpolly Nature Reserve and any of the islands. Make sure you get out to the islands! Remember, the further North and West you go…..For the self-sufficient there is the NC500. A 500 mile scenic drive around the North of the mainland offering some of the best sights we have.
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