Private Royal Deeside and Castles Day Tour from Aberdeen

Explore Royal Deeside, the stretch of Aberdeenshire the Royal Family have loved for generations, on a relaxed private day tour from Aberdeen. Your local driver takes you out along the River Dee to grand castles such as Crathes and Balmoral, through pretty villages like Ballater and Banchory, and up towards the edge of the Cairngorms, with plenty of stops for photos and fresh air. You travel in a comfortable, unmarked minibus or car, just your own group, so the day runs at your pace. Castle interiors and gardens are there to enjoy if you wish, paid on the day, and your driver is happy to shape the route around what you most want to see.

1. 1

   Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate

   45 min

   A fine 16th-century tower house near Banchory with famous painted ceilings and beautiful walled gardens. We stop for photos and a wander; interior and garden admission is paid locally if you wish to go inside.

2. 2

   Balmoral Castle

   1 hour

   The Royal Family’s Scottish home on Deeside. We take in the estate and grounds and the pretty village of Ballater nearby. Grounds admission is paid locally and depends on the season, as the castle is not always open to visitors.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.