3 Day Aberdeen Balmoral LochNess Pitlochry Edinburgh Private Tour
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About This Tour in Aberdeen
Why Visit Aberdeen?
Aberdeen, Scotland offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Aberdeen provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Aberdeen
You can reach Aberdeen, Scotland by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
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.
- Transport in Minivan and Guide.
- Loch Ness Castle Cruise
- Entrance to Balmoral Castle
What's Not Included
- 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.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Aberdeen to Inverness via Dunnottar Castle and Royal Deeside
On Day 1 we leave Aberdeen and head... 9 hours
On Day 1 we leave Aberdeen and head to the iconic Dunnottar and Crathes Castles before having a fascinating “up close” tour around a Highland Cow Farm. Here you will learn about Scotland’s native breed and then enjoy a beautiful “beef” lunch. After we can either visit Balmoral Castle or the famous Royal Lochnagar Distillery before heading to Inverness. Attractions are subject to seasonal opening, contact us for details.
One of Scotland's and the world's most spectacular... 1 hour
One of Scotland's and the world's most spectacular ruined castles, Dunnottar is an 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 internal tours are chargeable.
An amazing opportunity to visit a Highland cattle... 2 hours
An amazing opportunity to visit a Highland cattle working farm and meet Scotland's native breed on a private tour. You will be able to meet them up close, take photos/videos, learn about their history and sample succulent Premium Aberdeenshire Highland Beef during lunch! Lunch is included in cost.
We can either visit his iconic castle which... 2 hours
We can either visit his iconic castle which has been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852 or have a tasting tour around the famous Royal Lochnagar Distillery. Balmoral Castle is a must on many visitors to see list and as of Sept 2023 the opening dates have been extended. Please contact us for details.
Instead of Balmoral Castle you may wish to... 1 hour 30 minutes
Instead of Balmoral Castle you may wish to visit the world famous Royal Lochnagar distillery, which was established in 1845. It is a single malt Scotch whisky producer based near Balmoral Castle. You will be able to learn how it is made and sample some drams. Always requires advance booking and the tasting tours are not included in the cost.
We drive through the majestic Cairngorm National Park... 2 hours
We drive through the majestic Cairngorm National Park from Royal Deeside to Inverness.
Loch Ness (can we find the monster?) to Pitlochry
Today we take a cruise down the impressive Loch Ness before heading to Pitlochry 3 hours
Today we take a cruise down the impressive Loch Ness before heading to Pitlochry. You might spot the infamous monster “Nessie” and you will be able to explore centuries of history at Castle Urquhart, which over looks the water. Cruse not included in cost.
House of Bruar is department store like no... 1 hour
House of Bruar is department store like no other and is located in the heart of beautiful Perthshire. It stocks an amazing range of Scottish Country Clothes (masterfully crafted luxury textiles including cashmere, merino and lambswool), gifts, art and many other selected products.
Blair Castle and Gardens are extremely impressive and steeped in history 2 hours
Blair Castle and Gardens are extremely impressive and steeped in history. It has been the home to Atholl Family for over seven centuries and has been enlarged and adapted over that time, whilst being witness to tumultuous periods of history. It is also the Garrison to Europe’s only legal private army. The gardens feature a nine-acre walled garden, an extensive wooded grove, a ruined Kirk, a red deer park and a gothic folly. Highland cattle graze in fields and the native red squirrel can often be spotted amongst the branches of some of the garden’s (very tall) trees and Peacocks roam freely. Interior tours extra cost.
Drop off at your Pitlochry Accommodation 30 minutes
Pitlochry to Edinburgh via Scone
We take a walk around Pitlochry, A charming... 2 hours
We take a walk around Pitlochry, A charming picturesque village in the heart of Perthshire, famous for its dam and Salmon Leap. Before we head for the Queens View. After we head towards the beautiful Scone Palace with a stop for lunch on route.
A stunning viewpoint overlooking Loch Tummel and beyond... 1 hour
A stunning viewpoint overlooking Loch Tummel and beyond to the iconic mountain, Schiehallion. Fit for a Queen and named after one.
Scone Palace is a stunning site in Perthshire,... 2 hours
Scone Palace is a stunning site in Perthshire, Scotland with over 1000 years of history. The original home of the Stone of Destiny and the crowning-place of many a King over the centuries. Extra cost for entry
Drop off at your Edinburgh accommodation 2 hours
Drop off at your Edinburgh accommodation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure…
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
