Aberdeenshire Private Half Day Castle & Historic Building Tour
Overview
Explore Dunnottar Castle, Crathes Castle & Scotland’s Historic Heartlands.
Discover Aberdeenshire’s most spectacular castles and historic sites on a fully guided private tour from Aberdeen.
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 North Sea.
Crathes Castle and Gardens - A beautifully preserved 16th century castle on Royal Deeside.
Drum Castle – An impressive 14th century historic medieval stronghold.
Old Aberdeen - St Machar’s Cathedral (14th century), 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
- 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
- Private Transport and driver/guide
- 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.
Meeting and Pickup
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.
What To Expect
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Dunnottar Castle
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Drum Castle, Garden & Estate
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old 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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