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The 14 most popular aberdeen tours in the UK. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what it costs to book.
12 hours from Aberdeen to Speyside, Loch Ness cruise, Clava Cairns, and Culloden Battlefield on a comfy Mercedes mini-coach.
“Darryl was a fantastic guide, his easygoing manner put us at ease and he was very conversational and friendly. I would highly recommend Rabbies tours.”
Guided day trip from Aberdeen: cliff-top Dunnottar Castle, Falls of Feugh, Cairngorms views, and wildlife at Muir of Dinnet.
“We really enjoyed it. I personally would have enjoyed more time at the 2 national park stops and less at the lunch break and the Highland Games field. That being said it was a good mix of history and a taste of the highlands.”
Small-group day trip from Aberdeen to Balmoral and Royal Deeside: Balmoral, Ballater, Cairngorm views, stone circles, and bridges.
“The grounds at Balmoral were beautiful. Loved the information the guide provided.”
A 90-minute guided walk through Aberdeen’s city centre, mixing street art, granite-era landmarks, and tunnel stories with a local guide.
“A cracking walk round Aberdeen with our first class guide Conrad . I learned a lot about the city an added bonus being the wonderful tall ships 🚢 were also there. I would fully recommend the tour even for a 61 year old Scotsmen like myself bravo Conrad and BON ACCORD 🤝 👏”
Small-group coastal tour from Aberdeen to Gardenstown, Crovie, Pennan, Fraserburgh, Bullers of Buchan, and Cruden Bay.
“The tour coincided with the hottest day in Scotland so far so the cool sea breeze was very welcomed. Jamie's passion for guiding and the villages came through so clearly throughout the whole tour. He made detours to drive by quaint lighthouses, regaled us with personal stories of growing up the area and gave us…”
North East Coast day trip from Aberdeen: Spey Bay wildlife, Bow Fiddle Rock, puffins at Bullers of Buchan, and Dracula-linked Slains Castle.
“Always a fantastic, fun, knowledgeable trip out. Alan who always goes that extra mile to ensure everyone has the best day”
10-hour Speyside Whisky Trail from Aberdeen with Cairngorms drives, Speyside Cooperage casks, Cardhu distillery, and tastings.
“An Excellent, Educational Day Out having never been to a Distillery before even at my age 🫢.. My Son thoroughly enjoyed his day out also.. I recommend this Bus Trip to anyone who has not visited a Cooperage or Whisky Distillery.. Our Lunch stop in Tomintoul was a Good choice visiting “The Whisky Castle” for…”
1-hour Aberdeen gin discovery tour in a historic railway arch: double G&T, head distiller walk, samples, and a 50ml mini.
“This experience was SO entertaining and informative! Honestly, my only regret was that I didn't book the longer "school experience" because I didn't want it to end. Both hosts were hilarious, but also clearly passionate about their work and it was really fun to learn about it. All the gins we tasted were fantastic.”
Small-group day trip from Aberdeen to Dundee and St Andrews. Tour V&A Dundee or Discovery ship, then see cathedral ruins and the Old Course.
“Alan was a great tour guide with lots of knowledge of the area. He provided some great recommendations for things to do in St Andrew’s and Dundee. We had lots of free time to explore St Andrew’s which was lovely. Alan even managed to sneak in a quick visit to see Dunnottar Castle! Great tour…”
Explore Old Aberdeen, Marischal College, the beach and Merchant Quarter on a 1–6 hour local-led walking tour. Private, tailored, $48.
“Fantastisk gå tur til gamle Aberdeen,med fantastisk guide.”
A 7.5-hour Aberdeenshire tour of Pictish forts, stone circles, and folklore, led by Jacqueline for a small group. $134.
“What a pleasure ot was to have a guide who truly knew her stuff! The day was both great fun and very informative.”
A 4-hour guided walk through Aberdeen’s landmarks and food culture, with 7 tastings from rowies to Mackie’s ice cream.
“Combined the history of Aberdeen, the architecture and food. A great way to spend the afternoon.”
A 2-hour guided walk through granite Aberdeen: Old Aberdeen lanes, St Machar’s, King’s College, Marischal College, and the Mither Kirk.
“very informative, easy to navigate and such a relx atmospere”
Make a custom Scottish gin at City of Aberdeen Distillery, with a double G&T welcome, lots of tasting, and a 70cl bottle to take home.
“I got this tour as a birthday present to my boyfriend, but I loved it just as much as he did. Dan and Alan were amazing guides, offering not only historical insights but also lots of help to make sure your gin will be a success. They give out a lot of gin variants to…”
