Aberdeenshire and Royal Deeside Private Half-day Castle Tour
Overview
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 three castles, all very different to each other and 1000’s of years of history.
This is a private tour for your group only. You can also choose your own itinerary.
Our suggested itinerary includes:
- Dunnottar Castle- One of the world's most iconic castles impregnably built on a sheer headland.
- Drum Castle - A stunning 13th Century Castle dating back to Robert The Bruce.
- Crathes Castle and Gardens - A 16th Century masterpiece on Royal Deeside.
Most castle grounds are free to visit, but charge for interior tours and are all subject to seasonal opening times. Please contact us for details.
What's Included
- Most castles are free to see from outside but charge for internal tours
- Pick up /Drop off
- Private guide and transportation
- No food/drinks/snacks are included in the cost.
- Pick up surcharges. Hotels more than 20mls from Aberdeen £20, 40-60mls £40. Payable on the day.
- Crathes Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
Meeting and Pickup
We pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in the Aberdeen area, train station or cruise liner. For airport pick-ups, please contact us for a quote. Late flights and trains may curtail full itinerary.
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Dunnottar Castle
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Drum Castle, Garden & Estate
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Most castles are free to see from outside but charge for internal tours.
- Pick up /Drop off.
- Private guide and transportation.
- No food/drinks/snacks are included in the cost.
- Pick up surcharges. Hotels more than 20mls from Aberdeen £20, 40-60mls £40. Payable on the day.
- Crathes Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Aberdeenshire and Royal Deeside Private Half-day Castle Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Aberdeenshire and Royal Deeside Private Half-day Castle Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Most castles are free to see from outside but charge for internal tours
- Pick up /Drop off
- Private guide and transportation
- No food/drinks/snacks are included in the cost.
- Pick up surcharges. Hotels more than 20mls from Aberdeen £20, 40-60mls £40. Payable on the day.
- Crathes Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
- Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at door if you wish to go inside. No pre booking.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
