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Balmoral Craigievar Dunnottar Crathes Castles Tour from Aberdeen | 8 hours to 9 hours

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Duration: 8 hours
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Duration: 8 hours
Eight seat mini van
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Most castles are free to see from the outside but charge to go inside except Balmoral.
  • Pick up/Drop off in Aberdeen. See distance surcharges below.
  • Route and timings will depend on starting point, your choice of attractions and time of year.
  • All tours tailored to suit your exact requirements or locations
  • Pick up surcharges - Hotels more than 10mls outside Aberdeen city-£20. 40-60mls-£40.
  • No drinks or snacks are included in the cost.
  • All castles are free to see from outside (except Balmoral) and cost £11-£20 for an interior tour.

Overview

Door to door pick up/drop off and Private Tour. Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour to some amazing castles and areas that are stunning, interesting. Itinerary may depend on hotel location: -Crathes Castle - 16thC marvel & amazing gardens -Balmoral Castle - Scottish home to the Royal Family (not open all year) -Lunch at nice restaurant -Craigievar Castle - Iconic Pink Disney Castle -Dunnottar Castle - one of the world's most iconic Whisky distillery Tasting Tour option - please contact us. We are happy to change the itinerary to suit you. See exclusions for pick up distance surcharges. Most castles are free to see from the outside, except Balmoral. Interior tours are chargeable and subject to seasonal opening times. Please contact us for details. Please note Balmoral is not open all year. Alternative castles and attractions can be visited.

Itinerary

  • Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate

    Fascinating 16th Century Castle with turrets, gargoyles, and ancient, great yew hedges and walled gardens set in magnificent surroundings.

    30 minutes

  • Balmoral Castle

    This iconic castle has been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852. A must on all visitors to see list. (£18.50 pp). Please note Balmoral is usually open April to Mid August.

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • N/A

    We can stop at lovely restaurant like this or similar for a traditional Scottish lunch.

    1 hour

  • Craigievar Castle

    This iconic pink Scottish castle, which is packed with history, armour and art and said to be the inspiration for Walt Disney’s Cinderella Castle. Dating back to the 16th Century, this iconic tower house is among the best preserved and the most loved in Scotland.

    1 hour

  • Dunnottar Castle

    One of Scotland's and the world's most spectacular ruined castles, Dunnottar is a ancient medieval fortress located upon a rocky headland near Stonehaven. The surviving buildings date from the 13th to the 16th centuries, but was originally fortified in the Early Middle Ages. You can enjoy this castle for free, but to go inside costs £10.00pp.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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

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Thorough but relaxed, joyous and accessible experience

Published on Jul, 2024

We truly enjoyed touring the northeastern Scottish countryside and exploring Crathes, Balmoral, and Dunnothar castles and their associated histories. Nothing was rushed or complicated. Malcolm was very friendly, informative, and accommodating - highly recommended day tour!

Thorough but relaxed, joyous and accessible experience

Published on Jul, 2024

We truly enjoyed touring the northeastern Scottish countryside and exploring Crathes, Balmoral, and Dunnothar castles and their associated histories. Nothing was rushed or complicated. Malcolm was very friendly, informative, and accommodating - highly recommended day tour!

A fun and flexible tour day.

Published on Jun, 2024

We had a fantastic day! The Aberdeen area is incredibly beautiful and so rich in history. Malcolm was a great guide, and added knowledge and fun to the day. He was very pleasant and flexible. We hope to visit Aberdeen again and would like to spend more time with him as a guide.

A fun and flexible tour day.

Published on Jun, 2024

We had a fantastic day! The Aberdeen area is incredibly beautiful and so rich in history. Malcolm was a great guide, and added knowledge and fun to the day. He was very pleasant and flexible. We hope to visit Aberdeen again and would like to spend more time with him as a guide.

Awesome castle tour!

Published on Mar, 2024

Great trip with Malcom . Was able to tailor my trip to see as many castles and gave a lovely lunch at the Boat Inn. Malcolm is highly knowledgeable and a Great source of information! Would highly recommend him and a private tour.

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