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Balmoral & Historic Castles Private Tour from Aberdeen

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Balmoral & Historic Castles Private Tour from Aberdeen

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3 Jan
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4 Jan
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6 Jan
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Duration: 8 hours
Eight seat mini van
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Next availability: Fri, 3 Jan

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Highlights

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

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

  • Balmoral Castle

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    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.

  • The Boat Inn

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

  • Craigievar Castle

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    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.

  • Dunnottar Castle

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    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.

What's included

INCLUDED

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

NOT INCLUDED

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.

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
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

Location

Address
Banchory, United Kingdom AB31 5QJ

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