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Dunnottar Castle and Royal Deeside Small-Group Day Trip from Aberdeen
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Dunnottar Castle and Royal Deeside Small-Group Day Trip from Aberdeen

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9 hours
Aberdeen
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9 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 adults × £51.08
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Overview

This small-group day trip lasts about 9 hours and includes transport by air-conditioned mini-coach with a driver/guide. The group size is limited to 16 people. The tour starts in Aberdeen and visits Dunnottar Castle, a fortress perched on a cliff overlooking the North Sea, where visitors spend around 75 minutes exploring the site. Next, there is a 15-minute stop at the Falls of Feugh to stretch and enjoy the natural surroundings. The route passes through Cairngorms National Park, known for its rounded peaks, visible from the coach. The tour also includes a 45-minute visit to Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, a landscape shaped by ice, wind, and water. Entrance fees are not included, but tickets for Dunnottar Castle are reserved by the operator and can be purchased during the tour. Food, drinks, and gratuities are not covered. The total tour time includes travel, visits, and rest breaks. This itinerary allows guests to see locations favored by the British royal family in Royal Deeside alongside one of Scotland’s most historically significant castles.

Highlights

Small-group tour with a maximum of 16 people
Visit Dunnottar Castle with 75 minutes at the site
Stop at Falls of Feugh for 15 minutes
Pass through Cairngorms National Park
45-minute visit to Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve
Includes air-conditioned mini-coach transport and driver/guide

What's included

Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach
Driver and guide service
Small-group tour with up to 16 participants

What's not included

Gratuities to the driver or guide
Food and drinks during the tour
Admission fees to attractions

Itinerary

1

Dunnottar Castle

This fortress is located on a cliff overlooking the North Sea. It has a significant place in Scotland’s history. Visitors spend about 75 minutes exploring the site.

75 min

2

Falls of Feugh

A 15-minute stop at these waterfalls allows guests to stretch and enjoy fresh Highland air.

15 min

3

Cairngorms National Park

The tour passes through this park, known for its rounded peaks, which are visible from the vehicle.

4

Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

This nature reserve, shaped by ice, wind, and water, offers a 45-minute visit to see its varied landscape.

45 min

Meeting point

Stance 5, Aberdeen Bus Station, Guild Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6NA

End point

Stance 5, Aberdeen Bus Station, Guild Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6NA

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–8 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children under 5 years old are not permitted; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, or travel will be refused without refund.
Each person is allowed 20kg (44lbs) of luggage. This must be one piece similar to an airline carry-on bag measuring approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm (22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for personal items onboard.
Group size is capped at 16 passengers total, with a maximum of 8 from any one booking party.
Tickets for Dunnottar Castle are reserved by the operator and must be purchased during the tour if visiting.
The total tour duration includes all travel time, visits, and comfort breaks.
Total
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