Tour the Scottish Borders
Welcome to The Bigger Tour. I'm Julian, your guide and driver. I will take you on a tour through the Scottish Borders from the gateway town of Biggar in the South of Scotland visiting the Southern Uplands.
Look for wildlife plus visit a whisky distillery or museum.
Travel in an 8 seat luxury vehicle, multiple charging points, passenger air con.
You may be fortunate enough to spot Golden Eagle, Red Kite, Deer, Red Squirrels.
Experience the 'Sound of Silence' as your ears strain to hear something but nothing can be heard.
Light refreshments included tea, coffee, shortbread or a 'wee dram' on tour.
A light lunch can be provided on full day tours.
Private tours can be arranged from 2 to 7 people. Binoculars, spotting scope and wildlife spotting identification sheets included for use during the tour.
Tours
Wildlife,Gin and Whisky Tour Edinburgh Full day
You will be driven and guided through the Scottish Borders stunning scenery whilst relaxing looking for wildlife.
Later I can drop you off to visit a distillery producing Whisky and Gin or a museum if you wish.
This tour will depart Edinburgh (Coates Crescent West End Tram Station)
09:00 returning around 17:00.
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Friends and Family Tours
1/2 or Full day
Personalised tours can be arranged for the half day or full day tours with exclusive use of the vehicle for the duration.
Please contact me for details.
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Whisky and Wildlife Tour Glasgow Full day
You will be driven and guided through the Scottish Borders stunning scenery whilst relaxing looking for wildlife.
First a visit to a Distillery on the river Clyde can be arranged (additional charge) or a meander through the Transport Museum (free admission) next door.
This tour will depart Glasgow George Square
09:00 returning around 17:00.
Famous Escapades Tour Biggar 1/2 day
You will be driven and guided through the Scottish Borders from the Burgh Town of Biggar to The Devils Beef Tub and beyond. Learn about the history of the area including William Wallace and the Border Reivers.
This tour will depart Biggar by The Cross Keys as a half day tour.
Scotland's
Highest Villages Tour Biggar 1/2 day
You will be driven and guided through the Scottish Borders from the Burgh town of Biggar. You will have time to relax and look for wildlife and learn about the history of the area.
This tour will depart Biggar by The Cross Keys as a half day tour.
ABOUT US
Welcome, I am Julian, owner, main driver and guide of The Bigger Tour established in 2019. I have a passion for driving, meeting people and touring Southern Scotland. All tours are covered with the appropriate insurances and Private Hire Car Licence. I have traveled the length and breadth of Scotland but this area without a doubt has as much to offer as other parts once you pull away from the main M74. I provide a high level of customer satisfaction despite the weather on occasions. I cannot guarantee the wildlife but you will not be disappointed with the scenery in the quieter parts of the Scottish Borders, Southern Uplands and the Clyde Valley.
HOW TO FIND US
Biggar is situated just 25 miles south west of the City of Edinburgh bypass on the scenic A702 close to the Southern Uplands. From Glasgow city centre Biggar is just 60 minutes drive along the M74 then A702.
DIRECT BUS SERVICE
The no. 101 bus departs from Edinburgh Bus station gate E in the Centre of Edinburgh and stops in the heart of Biggar High Street. Please contact us for bus times or to help organise your travel arrangements to the Bigger Tour.
BY CAR
Just 60 minutes drive from Edinburgh city centre or Glasgow city centre. From Edinburgh pick up the A702 off the City bypass signposted Carlisle. Biggar is situated approx halfway between Edinburgh and the M74. From Glasgow pick up the M74 Southbound exit Junction 13 and follow the A702 to Biggar
STAYING LOCALLY
Pick up/Drop off from your accommodation locally in the Biggar area can be arranged.
EDINBURGH PICK UP
Pick up can be arranged at West End Tram Station for the Whisky, Gin & Wildlife Tour.
GLASGOW PICK UP
Pick up can be arranged at St Georges Square for the Whisky and Wildlife Tour.
