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3 Day Aberdeen Balmoral LochNess Pitlochry Edinburgh Private Tour

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Offered in: English

Overview

Castles, Highland Cows, culture, beautiful scenery, monsters, boat cruise, great food, shopping, Palaces & Whisky tasting are part of this amazing 3-day private tour.

Day 1. Pick up from your Aberdeen Hotel and we head to Inverness via Royal Deeside. We visit iconic castles, Highland Cow Farm and then visit Balmoral Castle or The Royal Lochnagar Distillery, before driving through the Cairngorm Mountains to Inverness.
Day 2. We hunt for the Loch Ness monster before making our way to Pitlochry, with stops at the House of Bruar store and the stunning Blair Castle.
Day 3. After a walking tour around Pitlochry, we head to the stunning Queens View and then to the iconic Scone Palace. Then we head to Edinburgh for drop off at your hotel.

Accommodation not included. We can make recommendations and offer a hotel booking service. Please contact us.

This is a private tour for your group only and route/itinerary can be changed to suit.

Attractions are subject to seasonal opening.

What's Included

  • Some castles are free to see from outside but charge for internal tours.
  • Pick up and drop off.
  • Private Tour for your group only.
  • Accommodation. We can advise and offer a hotel booking service. Please contact us
  • Meals other than stated.
  • Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door to go inside. No pre booking.
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Meeting and Pickup

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We will pick you up from your hotel, accommodation, train station or cruise liner.

What To Expect

Day 1

Aberdeen to Inverness via Dunnottar Castle and Royal Deeside

6 Stops

Day 2

Loch Ness (can we find the monster?) to Pitlochry

4 Stops

Day 3

Pitlochry to Edinburgh via Scone

4 Stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3 Day Aberdeen Balmoral LochNess Pitlochry Edinburgh Private Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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  • Some castles are free to see from outside but charge for internal tours.
  • Pick up and drop off.
  • Private Tour for your group only.
  • Loch Ness Castle Cruise
  • Entrance to Balmoral Castle
  • Transport in Minivan and Guide.
  • Accommodation. We can advise and offer a hotel booking service. Please contact us
  • Meals other than stated.
  • Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door to go inside. No pre booking.
  • Crathes Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door to go inside. No pre booking.
  • Blair Castle - Pay at gate to go inside. No pre booking.

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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

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