All Northeast Scotland Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 3

This private walking tour uncovers the darker side of St. Andrews history. Walk through medieval streets where centuries-old legends still echo. Hear stories of bishops, scholars, and figures tied to the town’s past. Explore ancient pathways once used by monks and clergy. Stand near the cathedral ruins where history meets mystery. Visit the castle grounds shaped by conflict and power. Learn how belief and folklore shaped this coastal town. This experience blends cultural heritage with atmospheric storytelling. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Perfect for true whisky enthusiasts, this private, 4-day tour introduces you to all nine distilleries on Islay plus several mainland distilleries. On day one, meet your guide at your preferred Scottish address and travel via Loch Lomond to Oban for your first distillery visit and bed-and-breakfast stay. The next day, board a ferry to Islay for tutored tastings, behind-the-scenes tours, and more.

Wander the streets and wynds (narrow alleyways) of Aberdeen and discover another world of dark secrets and fascinating historical stories. Learn about the witch trials of Aberdeen that went on more than 500 years ago, and hear stories about Medieval corporal punishments carried out in the city center. See where armies attacked, and visit graveyards where bodysnatchers operated in the 1800s.

Come and explore the dark side of Aberdeen with a local guide! Walk in the footsteps of murderers, slave owners and witches on this Dark Side tour of Aberdeen. This 1.5 hour walking tour will bring our dark past into light as you discover the truth behind Aberdeen's dark history. From body snatching, to kidnappers and public executions, the truth of Aberdeen's dark history will shock you on this unique walking tour of Aberdeen.

Explore Dunnottar Castle, Crathes Castle & Scotland’s Historic Heartlands. Discover Aberdeenshire’s most spectacular castles and historic sites on a fully guided private tour from Aberdeen. 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 North Sea. Crathes Castle and Gardens - A beautifully preserved 16th century castle on Royal Deeside. Lunch at lovely local restaurant. Drum Castle – An impressive 14th century historic medieval stronghold. 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. Most castle grounds are free to visit, but charge for interior tours. Attractions are subject to seasonal opening times

This experience is unique for its unmatched flexibility and strong emphasis on group interaction. It’s not bound to a fixed schedule or route, allowing groups to start, strategize, and explore at their own pace. The core difference is the immersive, lighthearted zombie theme that dictates the tasks—you're scavenging for supplies and completing silly challenges to prove your survival mettle. It’s perfect for team-building or family fun because it's priced per team (up to 10 people), includes the guidance of a remote, chat-based host, and culminates in the unique bragging rights of checking your national rank on the app's leaderboard.

Visit three whisky distilleries in one day without the hassle of designating a driver or navigating public transport. This private tour is exclusively for your party so you'll enjoy a personalized experience as your guide drives you to award-winning distilleries—Strathisla, GlenAllachie, and Glenlivet—where you will enjoy tastings and insights into the world of Scotch.

Discover the secrets of the world's most popular whisky, and skip the worry of designating a driver. This private tour takes you to three different Highland distilleries where you learn about the single malts that have been included in the Johnnie Walker blends over the past 100 years. Tour the distilleries and enjoy tastings of three whiskies at each.

This private walking and history tour of St. Andrews gives you the freedom to build your ideal experience through Scotland's most historic town. Choose the attractions that interest you most and explore medieval landmarks and university traditions with a dedicated private guide. Discover the ruins of Scotland's largest medieval cathedral and learn about royal connections at the nation's oldest university. Walk historic streets and visit famous golf landmarks while hearing fascinating local stories. Every stop includes multiple options so you can focus on the places and themes that matter most to you. The route follows the historic center of St. Andrews and can be adapted to suit different interests and walking preferences. Exact stops and timing may vary based on traveler selections.

Go well beyond a generic distillery tour—and take part in a special, hands-on experience that’s perfect for gin lovers—during this gin-making masterclass. Hosted at a distillery in Aberdeen, this experience invites you to blend your very own bottle of Scottish gin. Choose from more than 100 botanicals to create your unique recipe; plus, enjoy additional cocktails, and learn more about local gin history.

This private tour allows you to indulge your love of whisky while traveling through some of Scotland's most spectacular landscapes. You'll visit four different whisky distilleries (your choice out of a possible eight) where you will enjoy expert-led tastings, which typically include three whiskies at each stop. Ideal for whisky lovers.

Discover Aberdeen's local history and culture on this 1.5 hour walking tour with a local guide, available every day any time. Discover Aberdeen's rich history from being a small fishing settlement to the centre of oil for Europe. Make your way through some of the oldest streets, explore tunnels and retrace the steps of some of Aberdeen's most important figures in our (sometimes very dark) history. You'll also discover the amazing street art that has overtaken Aberdeen and has become a huge part of the culture. From unassuming corners to major buildings, there’s art around every turn and your guide knows just where to find the best of the best.

This online guidebook is a structured multi-day journey through the former Kingdom of Fife — linking coastal villages, royal towns and inland countryside. Covering 131 miles (210 km), with flexibility for travel of 3–10+ days. It’s organised into 3 landscapes: East Neuk Coast – Fishing villages and harbours including Crail, Anstruther and Pittenweem. Historic Fife & the Forth – Royal burghs, abbeys and the iconic Forth Bridges near Culross and Dunfermline. Heart of Fife – Lochs, hills and historic towns including Falkland Palace and the Lomond Hills. The guide also includes five scenic routes and themed day trips easily started from St Andrews, Edinburgh or Stirling. Each section includes narrative introductions, route structure and planning ideas. This self-guided trip helps you plan and explore at your own pace. With 12 months included, access begins from the selected booking date — choose a date that allows time for planning rather than your travel date.

Aberdeen's granite streets have been holding stories for 6,000 years — now it's your turn to find them. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through the Granite City on foot, following phone-based riddles from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Spot the Music Hall, Aberdeen Maritime Museum, and Aberdeen Art Gallery up close — with clues that reveal what the signs don't say • Start whenever suits you, go at your own pace, and take as long as you like — there's no time limit • Great for families, friend groups, and colleagues; photo challenges guarantee some memorable group moments Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Aberdeen has been hiding stories in plain sight for centuries — your phone has the first one.

Explore a different side of Aberdeen and discover the amazing Street Art and graffiti that can be found on every corner of the city. Although Aberdeen is known for its granite buildings, the colourful murals stand out and have given the city an incredible reputation that attracts some of the best artists in the world. Aberdeen is rapidly becoming Scotland’s biggest city for street art bringing artists from all over the country and from around the world every year during the Nuart Aberdeen festival to brighten up the city's grey granite streets. The city is filled with art, from small corners to grand buildings, and your expert guide knows where to find it all, creating unique tours with the route constantly changing to include new artwork!

This is a one-of-a-kind golf photography and video experience in the historic town of St Andrews — the Home of Golf. Unlike general tours or quick photo stops, this is a full-round, private session where a professional photographer follows you throughout your 18-hole game on the world-famous Old Course or another legendary course in the area. You’ll get premium cinematic coverage of your swings, putts, and candid moments — with up to 90 professionally edited photos and a 1–1.5 minute highlight video. The session includes iconic shots on Swilcan Bridge, views of Hamilton Grand, and the dramatic coastal fairways that make St Andrews so special. What makes this activity truly unique is the blend of storytelling, sports action, and artistic direction — capturing not just how you played, but how it felt to walk in the footsteps of golf legends. It’s an unforgettable keepsake for golfers, friends, or groups — and can be arranged on other St Andrews courses for the same price and conditions.

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.

Scotland is home to many fine whisky distilleries often overlooked in the capital. This private tour lets you sample the best of Edinburgh's whisky scene by visiting two single malt distilleries and the exclusive Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Learn about whisky origins, discover local history, enjoy tastings, and take in Edinburgh’s sights.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Door to door pick up/drop off & Private Tour with driver/guide. Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour to some amazing castles and areas that are stunning as they are interesting. Our suggested itinerary covers four castles, all very different to each other and 1000’s of years of history. -Crathes Castle–A 16thC marvel with amazing gardens -Balmoral Castle–The Scottish home to the Royal Family (not open all year) -Lunch at lovely restaurant -Craigievar Castle–The iconic Pink Disney Castle -Dunnottar Castle-one of the world's most iconic and a must see Whisky distillery Tasting Tour option - contact us. We are happy to change the itinerary to suit you and route may depend on hotel location. Most castles are free to see from the outside, except Balmoral. Interior tours are chargeable and subject to seasonal opening times. Contact us for details. Please note Balmoral is not open all year. Alternative castles & attractions can be visited.