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The Royal Cairns which are found in the Balmoral Castle estate, are a collection of stone monuments, erected by Queen Victoria to commemorate family milestones. The most prominent and famous is the 50-foot-high Prince Albert’s memorial Pyramid, a large granite structure and the only pyramid in Scotland. The walk is through stunning forest and features panoramic views of Balmoral Castle, Royal Deeside and the Cairngorm Mountains. The tour will be set at your own pace. After the walk we visit the amazing Fife Arms Hotel, an attraction in itself, for lunch. After lunch we can visit Balmoral Castle depending on seasonal open times (usually open from Oct-Aug) and if time, the stunning Dunnottar Castle. 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.

A truly amazing day out visiting some of the most stunning, famous & iconic castles in Scotland, Crathes, Balmoral, Glamis & Dunnottar. (Aberdeenshire is spoilt with castles). The day is fully guided by your driver/guide and or castle staff. Lunch is in superb local restaurant. This is a private tour for your party & includes pick up/drop off. The route and itinerary can be changed to suit. Please advise us of any changes. Balmoral have extended their opening dates from Oct to Aug. Glamis is open Spring to Winter. Contact us for details. If you would like to visit a distillery instead of a castle, let us know so we can book a tasting tour. Advance booking required for distilleries. Most castles grounds are free to access (except Balmoral & Glamis) but all charge for internal tours. All attractions subject to seasonal opening times. Please contact us for details. Please note at Dunnottar there is a gentle slope from carpark to see it, but to go inside there is a long staircase.

This half-day adventure is the perfect way to check off a variety of dispersed castles in Aberdeenshire in a day. Enjoy the luxury and comfort of having your own private driver and a tour that's tailored to suit your requirements. Potential stops include Drum Castle, which dates back to the 13th century, the Royal Deeside masterpiece of Crathes Castle, and the ruined fortress of Dunnottar Castle.

The Best of Scotland Private Guided Tour is literally that. We visit the best Castles and Palaces, meet Highland Cows, drink the best whisky, see the most beautiful scenery, hunt for monsters on the best boat cruise, taste superb local food, visit the best Scottish shop, visit movie locations and hopefully see lots of wildlife. This private tour (for your group only) is unique opportunity to discover Scotland whilst being expertly curated by your driver/guide. The itinerary/locations can be changed to suit and please let us know your preferences and we will be happy to create your own tour. We pick you up from the airport or hotel and then will take you on a true coast to coast experience and will have everything booked in advance. Some attractions are subject to seasonal opening. Highlights include: Dunnottar Castle Highland Cows Balmoral Castle Inverness Loch Ness Culloden Corrieshalloch Gorge Eilean Donan Castle Isle of Skye Glenfinnan Blair Castle Scone Palace Whisky

A great private tour (your group only) that explores stunning and fascination castles, The Odyssey Movie location, coastal curiosities, preserved fishing village, Dracula and the opportunity to taste Cullen Skink (the famous soup), in Cullen. We will pick you up from your hotel, accommodation, cruise liner or train station and take you on an unforgettable journey. During the day we will visit one of Scotland’s most impressive castles, Dunnottar, perched on a headland of impregnable rock in the sea. Also, the famous seal colony, Slains Castle which inspired Dracula’s Castle, geological formations and where some of The Odyssey was filmed, Findlater Castle. The village of Pennan is where the movie Local Hero was filmed. Lunch is a superb restaurant in the historic coastal town of Cullen. Here you will have the opportunity to try the world-famous Cullen Skink Soup. You can choose your own itinerary.

Small-Group Guided Walk at Linn of Quoich in the Cairngorm National Park. Discover one of Royal Deeside’s most beautiful riverside walks on this guided walk to the Linn of Quoich and Punch Bowl. Ideal for visitors who want an easy-to-moderate hike with big scenery, this experience combines rushing water, Caledonian pine forest, Highland history, and the chance to spot local wildlife. With a qualified mountain leader guiding the route, you can enjoy the landscape at a relaxed pace while learning about the area’s natural and royal heritage.

Discover the true spirit of Speyside on a private journey through one of Scotland’s most iconic whisky regions. Follow the River Spey as it winds past historic bridges, rolling hills, and world‑famous distilleries. Your day centres around an immersive Glenfiddich Explorer experience, where you’ll step behind the scenes, wander through atmospheric warehouses, and enjoy expertly guided tastings that reveal how craftsmanship, tradition, and time shape every drop of Glenfiddich... This tour blends whisky heritage with the beauty of Speyside—passing through Dufftown, Craigellachie Bridge, and the River Spey itself. Along the way, you’ll explore charming villages and scenic viewpoints that capture the essence of the Highlands. With private transportation, an English‑speaking driver‑guide, and admission to the Glenfiddich Distillery included, this is the ideal tour for whisky lovers, curious travellers, and anyone seeking a truly Scottish experience

This is more than a distillery visit,it is a carefully curated introduction to the landscape, stories and craftsmanship that define Speyside. With private guiding, scenic pauses and a signature Glenlivet tasting experience, this tour offers an elevated way to discover one of Scotland’s most treasured whisky regions. • A private Speyside whisky experience with a relaxed, premium feel. • Pass through Dufftown, revered as the “Malt Whisky Capital of the World”. • Pause at Craigellachie Bridge, a beautifully engineered Speyside landmark designed by Thomas Telford. • Enjoy a scenic moment beside the River Spey, the waterway that has shaped the character of the region. • Experience a 90-minute guided visit at The Glenlivet Distillery, including a curated tasting of three distinctive single malts.