Aberdeenshire Castle and Whisky Tour

Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer.
On this tour we bring together one of Scotland's most iconic castles, Dunnottar, Scotland's Crown Jewels (which were the reason for it being put under siege), the ancient church where they were hidden and some fine whisky after a lovely lunch.

A suggested itinerary depending on hotel location:
Old Aberdeen (Fascinating medieval history ) then the iconic Dunnottar Castle which has a wealth of history and is perched on an impregnable rocky headland. We then travel south to Kinneff Old Church where the “Scotland’s Honours” (Scotland's Crown Jewels) were hidden in 1651 after being smuggled out of Dunnottar Castle. After lunch at nice restaurant we then visit Arbikie Highland Distillery for a Tasting tour (choose either whisky or gin/vodka).

See exclusions for distance surcharges.
Access to the castle interiors and Distillery Tasting Tours are subject to seasonal opening times and have admission fees. Access to most castles grounds is free.

What's included:

• Pick up/Drop off in Aberdeen.
• Route and timings will depend on starting point and your choice of attractions and time of year.
• All tours tailored to suit your exact requirements or locations chosen from Tour Details

Not included:

• Pick up surcharges - Hotels more than 10mls outside Aberdeen city-£20. 40-60mls-£40.
• Distillery Tasting Tour not included in cost. £20-£25pp depending on spirit.
• No drinks or food are included in the cost.
• Dunnottar Castle is free to see from outside and charges £10.50pp for internal tours.

What to expect:

Duration: between 8 hours and 9 hours

Old Aberdeen

High street, Aberdeen

Old Aberdeen is a myriad of buildings and streets dating back to the 15th Century. Highlights include King's College Old Town House and St Machar's Cathedral.

1 hour

Dunnottar Castle

Stonehaven, AB39 2TL

One of Scotland's and the worlds most spectacular castles, Dunnottar is a ruined medieval fortress located upon a rocky headland near Stonehaven. The surviving buildings date back to between the 13th and 16th centuries, but was originally fortified in the Early Middle Ages. You can enjoy this castle for free but an internal tour is chargeable. (£10.50 pp)

1 hour

Kinneff Old Church

Kinneff Old Kirk, Kinneff, Aberdeen, DD10 0TJ

The famous Kinneff Old Church is where the “Scotland’s Honours” (a crown, sword and sceptre dating from the 15th century) were hidden in 1651. Oliver Cromwell had besieged the castle in an attempt to acquire them, but they had been smuggled out by a minister’s wife pretending to gather seaweed. A amazing but rarely seen part of Scottish History.

1 hour

Charleton Fruit Farm

A92, , Montrose, DD10 9EW

We stop at this lovely restaurant for lunch or somewhere similar.

1 hour

Arbikie Highland Estate Distillery

Arbikie Distillery, Montrose DD10 9TR, UK

We have tasting tour at the Arbikie Distillery which is a true field to bottle operation. They grow their own crops which are used to distil whisky gin and vodka . You will be able to learn how they are made and sample some spirits. Tours start at £20.00 pp, depending on chosen spirit.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included