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Private tour in Aberdeen Claudia V
A Day in Aberdeenshire Royal Deeside area - from Inverness
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EN Brazilian-born and living in the UK for over 20 years, with an amazing few years in the Scottish Highlands, I am a local tourist guide offering bespoke and pre-set itineraries in Scotland, especially across the Highland region: Northern Highlands, Moray, Speyside, Aberdeenshire and Perthshire. After 17 years of living in London, I moved to the stunning Scottish Highlands region in February 2020. With my partner, I created our private tour company based in the Moray Speyside area (aka The Malt Whisky Country), where I live, located an hour from Inverness. In 2025, after 18 months of studying and training, I completed the prestigious Blue Badge Tour Guide qualification by the STGA (Scottish Tourist Guides Association) to be fully qualified and certified as a Tour Guide in Scotland. Additionally, I am certified by HOST Guides- Highlands of Scotland Tour Guides I also hold a Certificate in Scotch Whisky from the Edinburgh Whisky Academy. I am a qualified driver-guide, fully insured and licensed (person and vehicle), and I host tours in English and Portuguese. I look forward to hearing your ideas about touring our beautiful region. Please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss your requirements. PS: In some castles/monuments, I cannot guide you in some areas within the historical monuments, even though I am a qualified STGA Blue Badge tour guide. However, I will explain beforehand, and almost all sites have interpretation panels and multilingual audio guides to help you during your visit. PT Nascida no Brasil e morando no Reino Unido há mais de 20 anos, com alguns anos incríveis nas Terras Altas da Escócia, sou guia turística local e ofereço roteiros personalizados e pré-definidos na Escócia, especialmente na região das Terras Altas do Norte: Northern Highlands, Moray Speyside, Aberdeenshire e Perthshire. Após 17 anos morando em Londres, mudei-me para a deslumbrante região das Terras Altas da Escócia em fevereiro de 2020. Com meu parceiro, criei nossa empresa de turismo particular com sede na região de Moray Speyside (também conhecida como The Malt Whisky Country), onde moro, a uma hora de Inverness. Em 2025, após 18 meses de estudo e treinamento, concluí a prestigiosa qualificação de Guia Turístico Blue Badge pela STGA (Scottish Tourist Guides Association), para ser totalmente qualificada e certificada como Guia Turística na Escócia. Além disso, sou certificada pela HOST Guide - Associação de Guia de Turismo das Terras Altas da Escócia. Também possuo um Certificado em Uísque Escocês pela Edinburgh Whisky Academy. Sou uma motorista-guia qualificada, totalmente segurada e licenciada (pessoa e veículo) e ofereço passeios em inglês e português. Aguardo ansiosamente suas ideias sobre passeios em nossa bela região e não hesite em entrar em contato comigo para discutir suas necessidades. PS: Em alguns castelos/monumentos, não poderei guiá-los em algumas áreas dentro dos monumentos históricos, mesmo sendo guia turístico licenciado Blue Badge - STGA. No entanto, explicarei de antemão e quase todos os sites possuem painéis de interpretação e guias de áudio multilíngues que ajudam você durante sua visita. Qualifications/Qualificações: STGA Blue Badge Tour Guide (2023-2025) Accredited Highlands of Scotland Tour Guide by HOST Guides (2023) Certificate in Scotch Whisky (SVQ) - Edinburgh Whisky Academy Degree in Tourism Management MSc in Air Transport Planning and Management
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Visit the Scottish Highland retreat region of the Royal Family
Overview of your Aberdeen tour
The Royal Deeside area in Aberdeenshire is, for many years, the place where the Royals reach for a peaceful holiday in the Scottish Highlands. Since the purchase of Balmoral Castle by Prince Albert and Queen Victoria, the area has attracted many visitors. The region's rich history is characterized by beautiful mountains, forests, and charming villages, making it a popular destination for hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities. ** Royal Lochnagar Distillery can be included**
Your Aberdeen tour itinerary
1 -We are travelling to Royal Deeside via Cairngorms National Park, the biggest national park in the United Kingdom. 2 - The Watchers Viewpoint (Cairngorms National Park) The view from this point is stunning - Corgarff Castle and the vale below invite you to relax while appreciating the landscape that surrounds you. 3 -Balmoral Castle & Gardens- is a summer residence for the British royal family, and visitors can explore the gardens and nearby estate when the royal family is not in residence. *subject to opening* OR Braemar Castle - is a historic fortress located in the village of Braemar in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Built in the mid-17th century. *subject to opening* 4 - Ballater Village - is a picturesque village. Visit the Old Ballater Railway station for a glimpse of the replica of the Royal Carriage and the Queen Victoria Waiting Room. OR Braemar Village - charming village with a rich history and is famous for its annual Braemar Gathering, one of the oldest Highland games.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
With a Mercedes Vito vehicle, we ensure that your travel needs and comfort are met. Bottled water Wi-Fi on board Mobile phone charger cables
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Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom
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