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Private tour in Aberdeen Malcolm D

Private Royal Cairns Walking Tour & Balmoral Castle Tour

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Malcolm D.

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Scotland has many treasures to offer - amazing castles and historical buildings, beautiful scenery, spectacular wildlife, wonderful restaurants and a lot of them are in Aberdeenshire. I will take you on a private tour to areas that are as stunning as they are interesting and tell you about the attractions and their history and secrets and arrange a great day out for you whether it be to ancient castles, a distillery or to see famous Highland Cows. I also offer tours across Scotland and will assist you in the creation of a wonderful vacation to see our amazing country from coast to coast. I can create a custom tour to suit your own itinerary. I am a fully bonded member of ABTOT (No. 5419) which provides protection for customers' prepayments. I have many years of experience in Tour Guiding, and I look forward to showing you our lovely land, whether that be for a few hours or over multiple day. Malcolm Duckworth.

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Overview of your Aberdeen tour

The Royal Cairns which are found in the Balmoral Castle estate, are a collection of stone monuments, largely erected by Queen Victoria to commemorate family milestones. The most prominent and most famous is the 50-foot-high Prince Albert’s memorial Pyramid, a large granite structure. The walk is through stunning forest and features panoramic views of Balmoral Castle and the Cairngorm Mountains. The tour will be set at your own pace. After the walk we can visit the amazing Fife Arms Hotel for lunch. The hotel is an attraction in itself. After lunch we can visit Balmoral Castle depending on seasonal open times (usually open from Oct-Aug) and if time, the stunning Dunnottar Castle which sits on an impregnable headland in the sea. Or there is the option of a Whisky Distillery Tasting Tour. Please contact us. The walk is available all year, even if the Royal Family are in residence. Please note the walk is approximately 3 hours, through forest and is steep in some places. A certain degree of fitness is required.

Your Aberdeen tour itinerary

Balmoral Estate for beautiful 3 hour Royal Cairn Walk Lunch in the amazing Fife Arms Balmoral Castle Tour (Scottish Home of the Royal Family) (Option for Whisky Distillery Tasting Tour instead) The stunning Dunnottar Castle, if time

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Very spacious 2024 8 leather seat Ford Tourneo Custom

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Other: Private Tour
What's not included
Tickets: Balmoral Castle entrance fee.
Services: Pick up/drop off locations 15 miles or more from Aberdeen have a £20 surcharge payable on the day. Pick up/drop off locations 35 miles or more from Aberdeen have a £40 surcharge, payable on the day.
Meeting location

Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Your Aberdeen hotel or accommodation, Aberdeen Cruise Terminal / Aberdeen Harbour, Aberdeen Train Station, Your Aberdeenshire Hotel or accommodation (locations more than 15 miles from Aberdeen have pick up surcharge),

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories
History
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
City Highlights
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
1451548
Languages
English
Activity level
High

Frequently asked questions

Who is this private tour in Aberdeen best suited for?

This private tour in Aberdeen is perfect for travellers who enjoy walking through beautiful landscapes and have an interest in royal history. It's ideal for those who want to explore the Balmoral Castle Estate and the Royal Cairns at their own pace, with the flexibility to visit additional attractions like Dunnottar Castle or a Whisky Distillery. The tour requires a certain degree of fitness due to the steep forest paths, making it suitable for active individuals.

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Hours icon 9 hours
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