Balmoral Craigievar Dunnottar Crathes Castles Tour from Aberdeen
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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
- 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
What's 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.
- Balmoral Castle -Pay at gate if you wish to go into grounds and inside. Recommend Pre booking.
- Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate - Free to see from outside. Pay at gate if you wish to go inside. No Pre booking.
- Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at gate if you wish to go inside. No Pre booking.
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- 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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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
Tour Itinerary
Fascinating 16th Century Castle with turrets, gargoyles, and... 30 minutes
Fascinating 16th Century Castle with turrets, gargoyles, and ancient, great yew hedges and walled gardens set in magnificent surroundings.
This iconic castle has been the Scottish home... 1 hour 30 minutes
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.
We can stop at lovely restaurant like this... 1 hour
We can stop at lovely restaurant like this or similar for a traditional Scottish lunch.
This iconic pink Scottish castle, which is packed... 1 hour
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.
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 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
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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.
