Aberdeen & Shire Castle & Distillery Private Group one Day Tour
Overview
Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a fabulous private tour to amazing castles, historic areas and a whisky distillery in areas that are stunning as they are interesting. All the castles, are different to each other and cover 1000’s of years of history.
This is a private tour for your group only.
Suggested itinerary
-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 for a tasting Tasting tour
-Instead of a distillery, Balmoral Castle may be an option (contact us)
-Old Aberdeen - Fascinating medieval history
Pick up/drop off 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
- 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.
- No meals / snacks / drinks are included in cost
- Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- Pick up surcharges - Hotels more that 10mls from Aberdeen city £20, 30-60mls £40. Payable on the day
- Crathes Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- An option is Balmoral Castle they charge to enter the grounds
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.
What To Expect
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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
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-91620P5
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