Edinburgh Skyline from Calton Hill during spring

We plan your escape
& share our journey.

For couples, friends and curious travellers who want curated itineraries without spending 40 hours on Google. From Greece to Edinburgh, we turn our experience into your adventure.

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Meet The Duo

Mantalena & Vangelis

Hi! We're the couple behind MV Abroad – a Greek duo based in Edinburgh who combine creative storytelling with calm, structured planning to help you see the world in a way that actually fits you.

Mantalena

Creative Director & Tour Guide

Mantalena is the creative director and Edinburgh tour guide behind MV Abroad — the aesthetic eye who turns every trip into something genuinely memorable.

Vangelis

Co-founder & Content Creator

Vangelis is the planner and logistics nerd — an Edinburgh local since 2019 who turns big trip ideas into calm, workable plans.

Together, we share our life – from our roots in Greece to our adventures in the Scottish Highlands – and turn that lived experience into guides and plans you can actually use.

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Places worth knowing

From the closes of Edinburgh to carefully chosen spots we know inside out.

Circus Lane
Neighbourhood

Circus Lane

There's a particular magic to stumbling upon Circus Lane in Edinburgh—a floral ribbon of stone that winds through the New Town like a secret whispered between old friends. The lane doesn't announce itself, and that's rather the point. What you find instead is a quiet retreat from the ordered grandeur surrounding it, a place where Georgian elegance softens into something more intimate and lived-in.

Dean Village
Hidden gem

Dean Village

There's a moment, usually around the second coffee, when you realize Edinburgh has been keeping a secret from most of its visitors. Dean Village sits just northwest of the city centre, but it feels like stepping into another century entirely. The historic riverside architecture here isn't trying to impress you—it simply exists, weathered and genuine, along the Water of Leith.

Scott Monument
Attraction

Scott Monument

Standing at the heart of Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens, this soaring Gothic monument feels less like a tourist attraction and more like a shrine to the power of storytelling itself. The Scott Monument honors Walter Scott, the father of historical fiction, whose imagination fundamentally shaped how we understand Scotland and its past. When you stand beneath this architectural marvel, you're surrounded by an energy that's almost reverential—not in a stuffy way, but in the way that truly great work inspires respect.

The Meadows
Walk

The Meadows

There's a particular kind of afternoon light in Edinburgh that makes you want to leave your desk and walk toward it. The Meadows offers exactly that — a long, open expanse where the city's pace slows without needing to drive anywhere. It's the sort of place where you notice the seasons changing because they announce themselves here first, whether it's the shock of green after winter or the precise moment when cherry blossoms decide to bloom and transform ordinary paths into something quieter and more beautiful.

Two ways to see Edinburgh properly

How it works

Step 1

Book a free call

Tell us who you are, how you like to travel, and what Edinburgh means to you. Twenty minutes is enough.

Step 2

We design your trip

We build your itinerary from scratch — specific cafés, walking routes, timings, restaurant picks and all the local detail.

Step 3

Travel without second-guessing

You arrive with a plan that feels personal, not generic. Everything in one place, ready to go.

Edinburgh, Planned by Locals

Tell us your pace, your interests, your people. We'll build you a day-by-day Edinburgh itinerary — the right cafés, walking routes, and every local detail you wouldn't find on your own. (Our guided walking tours currently run in Greek.)

Couples · honeymoons · groups · city breaks

Every itinerary is planned from scratch, so pricing depends on your trip — the intro call is free and commits you to nothing.

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  • Custom day-by-day Edinburgh itinerary
  • Restaurant, café & neighbourhood picks
  • Planning call included
  • Available in English

Explore at Your Own Pace

All our local knowledge, packaged for independent travellers. Download once, works offline — and every single recommendation comes with a Google Maps link.

€15 · instant download · works offline
  • Curated by people who live here
  • Google Maps links for every spot
  • Works offline on any device
  • Instant download after purchase

What our travellers say

Trusted by explorers

5.0 / 5· from 18 reviews

273+ happy travellers · 81+ walking tours

Exceptional tour with Mantalena! Stress-free and packed with information about everything we really needed to learn! Also a very wonderful person ❤️ when we come back we'll definitely choose her again ❤️❤️

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Stella A.

Athens, Greece

Madalena was an absolutely fantastic guide for our tour of Edinburgh. Her knowledge of the city’s history was impressive, and she brought every story to life with so much enthusiasm and humor. She had a great way of mixing historical facts with local legends, which made the whole experience both educational and entertaining. Madalena was also very attentive to our group, made sure everyone could hear and see well, and happily answered all our questions along the way. Thanks to her, we discovered hidden corners of Edinburgh we never would have found on our own. Highly recommend Madalena to anyone wanting an authentic and memorable experience of this beautiful city.

George T.

Thessaloniki, Greece

A charismatic person with enthusiasm and love for what they do. Although I was hesitant at first about whether we made the right decision to book a tour, I believe it was the best thing we could have done. She showed us around immediately when we arrived, which resulted in us learning so many things about the city and then being able to navigate it on our own very easily afterwards. The guide was amazing because she helped us see most of the city's attractions very easily in the following days. Big kudos to this sweet girl and we thank her for everything

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Γεωργια Κ.

Athens, Greece

A wonderful day in Edinburgh! The rain didn't intimidate Mandalena and our group, and the tour had everything! All the information we needed, points of interest and little stories from Scotland's capital! The kids were attentive and our tour guide had particular patience! The best way to get into the vibe of the city! And always by our side in whatever we needed, both in preparing the trip and throughout our stay here!

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Κατερινα Γ.

Trikala, Greece

Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and absolutely lovely. She led us through hidden paths and showed us all the essential places to help us truly get to know the city of Edinburgh. From the very first moment, she made us feel as if we were spending time with a close friend, which made the entire tour even more comfortable and enjoyable. We learned so many interesting things without ever feeling overwhelmed or bored. We enjoyed every part of the walk, took beautiful photos and videos, and had an amazing time. We didn’t feel stressed for a single moment, and we managed to explore a large part of the city on our very first day. I wouldn’t change a thing. I highly recommend her to anyone visiting Edinburgh, and if you’re from Greece, you honestly couldn’t choose a better guide for your trip. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience. We truly appreciated every moment and can’t wait for the next time! ❤️

Sofia K.

Athens, Greece

We had an absolutely wonderful experience exploring Edinburgh with Mantalena !!!She was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the city’s history and culture. Her storytelling brought Edinburgh to life, combining fascinating historical facts with local legends and hidden gems that we would never have discovered on our own. Her enthusiasm and positivity was contagious and made the experience both educational and enjoyable. I would highly recommend her to anyone visiting Edinburgh who wants to gain a deeper appreciation of this beautiful city. Thank you for making our visit so memorable! Niovi & Vasilis

NIOVI T.

Greece, Greece

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