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Overview
A private guided tour / shore excursion through Aberdeenshire’s castles, landscapes, and history with a knowledgeable local guide.
Explore Dunnottar Castle, Crathes Castle plus more in Scotland’s Historic Heartlands.
With a private guide, you don’t just see Aberdeenshire—you experience it on a carefully paced private journey designed to help you connect with the places you visit.
Dunnottar Castle - One of Scotland’s most iconic castles dramatically set on an impregnable rocky headland in the sea.
Crathes Castle and Gardens - A beautifully preserved 16thC castle on Royal Deeside.
Drum Castle – An impressive 14thC historic medieval stronghold.
Old Aberdeen - St Machar’s Cathedral (14thC), and King’s College (15th century) offer a glimpse into Scotland’s academic and religious past.
Every tour is exclusive to your group only.
Most castle grounds are free to visit, but charge for interior tours.
Attractions are subject to seasonal opening times and please contact us for details.
What's included
Castles free to see from outside and may charge for internal tours
Private Transport and driver/guide
Route and timings will depend on your accommodation starting point and your choice of attractions.
Pick up from within Aberdeen area
All tours tailored to suit your exact requirements or locations chosen from Tour Details
Meals / Snacks not included in cost
Pick up surcharges. Hotels more than 20mls from city £20, 40-60mls £40. Payable on the day.
Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
Crathes Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
What to expect
Dunnottar Castle
1h
Visit one of Scotland’s most dramatic castle locations, set on a rocky headland above the North Sea. Dunnottar Castle is famous for its coastal views, medieval ruins, and powerful place in Scottish history. Your guide will share the stories behind the castle while giving you time to enjoy the scenery and take photos. The castle is free to see but to go inside costs £13.00 pp.
Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate
45m
Explore the beautiful Crathes Castle estate, known for its 16th-century architecture, turrets, painted ceilings, stunning gardens, and a Royal Deeside setting. This stop adds a classic Scottish castle and estate experience to the tour set in the magnificent surroundings of Royal Deeside. Free to see from the outside and £18.00 pp to go inside.
Drum Castle, Garden & Estate
45m
Visit one of Aberdeenshire’s oldest and most historic castles, with links to Robert the Bruce and centuries of Scottish family history dating back to the 14th century, Drum, with its dark history is a "must see" on the castle trail. It's 18th-century gardens, include a rose garden and arboretum containing trees from all regions of the 18th century British Empire. Free to see from outside and interior tours are £18.00 pp.
Old Aberdeen
1h
Discover the historic heart of Old Aberdeen, with ancient streets, university buildings, architecture and a cathedral dating back to the last millennium. This stop gives travellers a deeper look at Aberdeen’s history beyond the castles.
Aberdeen University was founded in the 15th century and St Machar's Cathedral has ben a site of worship for 1400 years.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in Aberdeen City, Aberdeen train station or from your cruise liner. Accommodation out with Aberdeen City may incur an additional pick up surcharge.
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
