Aberdeen & Shire Castle & Distillery Private Group one Day Tour
Overview
This is a private tour for your group only. Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer and we will take you on a tour to areas that are stunning and interesting.
A suggested itinerary depending on hotel location:
-Old Aberdeen - Fascinating medieval history
-Dunnottar Castle - one of the worlds' most iconic
-Crathes Castle - 16th century masterpiece & amazing gardens
-Lunch at nice restaurant
-Royal Lochnagar Distillery/Glen Garioch Distillery Tasting tour (included in the cost of the tour) or Balmoral Castle, if open to the public. Not both entrance fees are included.
Choose your own itinerary.
Pick up/drop is included. See exclusions for distance surcharges.
Access to the castle interiors and Distillery Tasting Tours are subject to seasonal opening times. Access to most castles grounds is free, except Balmoral. Please contact us for details.
You must be over 18 to taste the whisky during the Distillery tour but younger people are welcome.
What's Included
- Most castles are free to see from the outside but charge to go inside.
- Pick up/Drop off in Aberdeen. See distance surcharges below.
- Whisky Distillery Tasting Tour
- Route and timings will depend on starting point and your choice of attractions and time of year.
- All tours tailored to suit your exact requirements or locations chosen from Tour Details
- No meals / snacks / drinks are included in cost
- Castle interior tours not included in cost. Many free to see from outside.
- Pick up surcharges - Hotels more that 10mls from Aberdeen city-£20. 40-60mls-£40.
Meeting and Pickup
We pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in the Aberdeen area, train station or cruise liner. Hotels outside Aberdeen City, a pick up surcharge applies as per below in exclusions.
What To Expect
Dunnottar Castle
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Aboyne
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Royal Lochnagar Distillery
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Balmoral Castle
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Aberdeen
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-91620P5
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