The Hairy Coo Reviews 

899
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 496 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their extensive knowledge, engaging storytelling, and entertaining personalities, making tours enjoyable and informative. Many people highlight the excellent driving skills, ensuring safe and comfortable journeys. The tours are frequently described as well-organized, offering spectacular views and well-timed stops, contributing to memorable experiences. Overall, consumers consistently report high satisfaction with the service provided, emphasizing the positive user experience and the memorable holidays created by the company. The strong consensus across all aspects, from the helpful staff to the well-planned locations, indicates a highly regarded service.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 star rating for our guide today Fraser, for being efficient, attentive and knowledgeable and for having a really good playlist of music throughout the tour from Edinburgh to Inverness. Great stops,... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Three day tour from Edinburgh up to the Isle of Skye with Paul S, our guide and driver. The scenery is spectacular and there were plenty of stops in between the main events to stretch your legs. Paul... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Neil is absolutely fantastic! The tour was wonderful, full of great stories, lots of laughter and nice anecdotes. It was a wonderful day that we will remember fondly. Thank you and lots of love from t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mari was an excellent driver and guide. The only thing I would have appreciated was more time at the Glennfinnan stop, because that was for sure the most interesting part of the tour.

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About The Hairy Coo

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Experience the best of Scotland with The Hairy Coo coach tours. Enjoy one of our fun and fascinating day trips or multi-day coach tours of Scotland.

The Hairy Coo offers Scotland tours from Edinburgh. All tours are guided by one of our experienced Scottish tour guides.

We also offer private tours of Scotland for all sizes of groups from 1 - 100.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 star rating for our guide today…

5 star rating for our guide today Fraser, for being efficient, attentive and knowledgeable and for having a really good playlist of music throughout the tour from Edinburgh to Inverness. Great stops, and plenty of them, for a good solid day trip. Highly recommend Fraser and Hairy Coo tours!

16 June 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience

Excellent experience
Ian is super guide and such a wonderful person
I have done multiple days tour and it was really wonderful
Thank you Ian

14 June 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our tour guide Paul S

Our tour guide Paul S, was amazing. Lots of knowledge, history with humour too. Several comfort breaks. Say Hairy Coos, bridges and did the cruise which was well worth it too. Time for Snacks and drinks along the way. Good value for money. Ken and Julie Drake

13 June 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul S ….King of Scotland

Paul S. was not only a GREAT Driver he was very informative on Scottish History. His driving ability impressed me, as I am a retired Firefighter driving Fire Engines my whole life. His knowledge on History is Fantastic. and he is also a funny guy!!!!!What a GREAT 3days!!!!

As a tourist I noticed quite a few people in our group did not Tip, the driver. This is a Service Industry and true, you are not required to Tip, but you if your tour guide/ driver goes out of there for the tour group, do the Right Thing and show your appreciation by Tipping the Tour Guide/Driver. No, I am not a Tour Guide, I am a Retired Firefighter that is showing a little respect to people going out of their way. Just a suggestion.

5 June 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Hairy Coo tours are by far one of…

The Hairy Coo tours are by far one of the best tours we have taken. It was so well organized from the moment we showed up until the end. Bob was our guide and bus driver which made our experience. He was so accommodating to all the customers. Plenty of bathroom breaks which has not always been the case on other tours. Lots of recommendations and sights on the way to each stop location.

8 June 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very highly recommended!

Took a tour with this company recently landing us to Glenfinnan and Glencoe all the while traveling through the Scottish Highlands. The bus was comfortable but I have to give proper props to our guide Marco who was the perfect blend of Scottish wittiness and knowledge: be it music, small tidbits of the places we were driving by, sports, history or culture he knew it all and was able to deliver his words in a very fun way making it quite enjoyable to listen to long winded history lessons. Taking nothing away from the views and the majesty of the Highlands but our guide was the true standout! Would definitely tour with them again if given the chance.

6 June 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/10 tour, would absolutely recommend!

I absolutely loved my hairy-coo-tour! Mari was a wonderful tour guide and so knowledgeable. We got enough time at every stop to enjoy the sights (and cows, a personal highlight), as well as brilliant commentary from Mari about basically everything of interest we saw. The atmosphere with the other travelers was wonderful and everone was so nice. Mari also taught us a bit about Scottish history as well as some Scottish, which I really enjoyed. 10/10 will absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a brilliant day-tour and will do again when I come back!

5 June 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A well-deserved 5-star experience!

Français

Nous avons eu la chance de participer à ce tour avec Ross comme chauffeur et guide, et l’expérience a largement dépassé toutes nos attentes.

Avant le départ, j’étais un peu inquiet car c’était ma toute première expérience de ce type et je ne savais pas vraiment à quoi m’attendre. Finalement, dès les premiers instants, Ross a su nous mettre à l’aise grâce à son humour, sa bonne humeur communicative et son incroyable sens de l’animation. Il est non seulement très drôle et divertissant, mais aussi passionné par sa région et toujours prêt à partager anecdotes, histoire et conseils.

Le circuit était remarquablement complet. Nous avons découvert des paysages immenses, des contrées lointaines à couper le souffle et de nombreux endroits magnifiques que nous n’aurions jamais trouvés par nous-mêmes. Chaque arrêt semblait mieux que le précédent, et tout était parfaitement rythmé.

L’ambiance à bord était particulièrement conviviale. Ross a créé une atmosphère chaleureuse où tout le monde se sentait bienvenu, ce qui a rendu le voyage encore plus agréable. Le suivi, l’organisation et l’attention portée aux participants étaient également exemplaires.

Au final, nous n’avons eu d’autre choix que d’adorer cette aventure et de tomber sous le charme de ces terres extraordinaires. Un immense merci à Ross pour son professionnalisme, son humour et sa passion. Je recommande cette expérience sans la moindre hésitation.

5 étoiles, sans aucun doute !

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English

We were fortunate enough to have Ross as both our driver and guide, and the experience exceeded every expectation we had.

Before the tour started, I was honestly a little nervous because it was my first time joining this kind of excursion and I wasn't sure what to expect. However, Ross immediately put everyone at ease with his fantastic sense of humor, infectious enthusiasm, and entertaining personality. He is not only incredibly funny and engaging, but also genuinely passionate about the places he shows you, sharing fascinating stories, history, and local insights throughout the journey.

The tour itself was exceptionally comprehensive. We explored vast and breathtaking landscapes, remote corners of Scotland, and countless incredible spots that we would never have discovered on our own. Every stop felt unique and memorable, and the itinerary was perfectly balanced from beginning to end.

The atmosphere on board was equally outstanding. Ross created a friendly and welcoming environment where everyone felt comfortable, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. The level of organization, communication, and care shown throughout the trip was excellent.

In the end, it was impossible not to fall in love with these magnificent lands and enjoy every moment of the adventure. A huge thank you to Ross for his professionalism, humor, and passion. I would recommend this tour to anyone without hesitation.

A well-deserved 5-star experience!

1 June 2026
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