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Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour to some amazing castles, historic areas and a whisky distillery in areas that are stunning as they are interesting. All the castles, all very different to each other and cover 1000’s of years of history. This fabulous day out is a true flavour of Scotland.
This is a private tour for your group only.
Suggested itinerary
-Old Aberdeen - Fascinating medieval history
-Dunnottar Castle - one of the world's' most iconic
-Crathes Castle - 16th century masterpiece & amazing gardens
-Lunch at nice restaurant
-Royal Lochnagar Distillery/Glen Garioch Distillery/Fettercairn Distillery Tasting tour
Pick up/drop is included.
Access to the castle interiors and Distillery Tasting Tours are subject to seasonal opening times. Access to most castles grounds is free, except Balmoral.
You must be over 18 to taste the whisky during the Distillery tour but younger people are welcome.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in the Aberdeen area, Aberdeen train station or cruise liner. Hotels outside Aberdeen City, a pick up surcharge applies as per below in exclusions.
Itinerary
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1Dunnottar Castle
One of Scotland's and the worlds most spectacular castles, Dunnottar is a ruined medieval fortress located upon a rocky headland near Stonehaven. The surviving buildings date back to between the 13th and 16th centuries, but was originally fortified in the Early Middle Ages. You can enjoy this castle for free but an internal tour is chargeable. (£9.50 pp)
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate
Fascinating 16th Century Castle with turrets, gargoyles, 16th-century painted ceilings and ancient, great yew hedges and walled gardens set in the magnificent surroundings of Royal Deeside. You can enjoy this castle for free but an internal tour is chargeable. (£14.50 pp)
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
We can stop at lovely restaurant on the banks of the River Dee for a traditional Scottish lunch.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Royal Lochnagar Distillery
We have tasting tour at the Royal Lochnagar Distillery or The Glen Garioch Distillery or The Fettercairn Distillery, depending on availability (included in cost). All distilleries have illustrious histories and produce amazing Scotch . You will be able to learn how it is made and sample some drams.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5Balmoral Castle
An option instead of the distillery. Please advise at time of booking. This iconic castle has been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852. A must on all visitors to see list. Please note as of September 2023 Balmoral Castle has extended its opening dates. Please contact us for details and availability.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
6Aberdeen
Above is an example itinerary. Actual itinerary will depend on accommodation location, what you would like to see and availability.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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