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Balmoral & Historic Castles Private Tour from Aberdeen
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Non-refundable
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7 to 8 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English
Overview
Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour to areas that are stunning and interesting. We step back in time and visit amazing castles & historic areas and give you a true taste of times gone by.
Itinerary depends 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
-Dunnottar Castle - one of the world's most iconic
-Old Aberdeen - Fascinating medieval history
Whisky distillery Tasting Tour option - please contact us.
Choose your own itinerary option.
Pick up/drop is included. See exclusions for 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.
The tour normally lasts 7 -8 hours including travelling time.
What's 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 and your choice of attractions and time of year.
- All tours tailored to suit your exact requirements or locations chosen from Tour Details
- 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 £10-£18 for an interior tour.
Meeting And Pickup
Start time
08:30 AM
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in the Aberdeen area, train station or cruise liner. Hotels far outside Aberdeen City, a pick up surcharge applies as per below in exclusions.
What To Expect
Crathes Castle
Fascinating 16th Century Castle with turrets, gargoyles, and ancient, great yew hedges and walled gardens set in magnificent surroundings.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
We can stop at lovely restaurant like this or similar for a traditional Scottish lunch.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
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 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Old Aberdeen
Old Aberdeen is a myriad of buildings and street dating back to the 15th Century and highlights include King's College and Old Aberdeen campus, Old Town House, St Machar's Cathedral, Cruickshank Botanic Gardens, The Powis Gates and a secret graveyard from the 16th century, very few people know exists.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
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
Operated by Time Exposure Travel
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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