Aberdeen Private Half Day Tour: Dunnottar, Crathes & more｜United Kingdom

Discover Aberdeenshire’s castles, landscapes, and Scottish history on a private castle tour from Aberdeen. Travel with your own local driver-guide and visit highlights such as Dunnottar Castle, Crathes Castle, Drum Castle, Old Aberdeen, and Royal Deeside.

This Aberdeen castle tour includes door-to-door pickup from your hotel, train station, cruise liner or agreed location, making it easy to explore Aberdeenshire without arranging transport yourself.

With a private guide, you don’t just see Aberdeenshire—you experience it on a carefully paced private journey designed to help you connect with the places you visit.

Dunnottar Castle - One of Scotland’s most iconic castles, dramatically set on an impregnable rocky headland in the sea.
Crathes Castle and Gardens - A beautifully preserved 16th century castle on Royal Deeside with stunning gardens.
Upgrade Option: Lunch at a lovely local restaurant where you can try fresh local fare (food not included in cost).
Drum Castle – An impressive 14th century historic medieval stronghold dating back to Robert The Bruce.
Old Aberdeen - St Machar’s Cathedral (14th century), and King’s College (15th century) offer a glimpse into Scotland’s academic and religious past.

Every tour is exclusive to your group only.

Pick up/Drop off from your hotel/ cruise liner / train station.

Itinerary changeable to suit you requirements.

Option to include lunch stop or upgrade to full day. Price listed is for your whole group.

Most castle grounds are free to visit, but charge for interior tours.

Attractions may be subject to seasonal opening times and please contact us for details.

Pick up location may alter itinerary.