Tours in Aberdeen

Door to door pick up/drop off and Private Tour. Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour to some amazing castles and areas that are stunning, interesting. Itinerary may depend on hotel location: -Crathes Castle - 16thC marvel & amazing gardens -Balmoral Castle - Scottish home to the Royal Family (not open all year) -Lunch at nice restaurant -Craigievar Castle - Iconic Pink Disney Castle -Dunnottar Castle - one of the world's most iconic Whisky distillery Tasting Tour option - please contact us. We are happy to change the itinerary to suit you. See exclusions for pick up distance surcharges. Most castles are free to see from the outside, except Balmoral. Interior tours are chargeable and subject to seasonal opening times. Please contact us for details. Please note Balmoral is not open all year. Alternative castles and attractions can be visited.

This exclusive tour is designed for you and your companions, whether they are friends or family up to 7 people. our experienced Driver Guide will transport you to Cairngorm National Park and the picturesque area of Royal Deeside. As your enthusiastic guide, I’m here to ensure that your experience is not only memorable but also personalised just for you. I understand that you may have travelled from the other side of the world to be here, and I'm committed to making every moment count. Flexibility is key, so let me know what you need, and we'll tailor this adventure to fit your dreams! Cairngorm Tours

This is a private tour for your group only. Scotland has many treasures to offer and a lot of them are in Aberdeenshire. We will take you on a private tour to areas that are as stunning as they are interesting and you will learn about the attractions and their history. You can also choose your own itinerary. Our example itinerary includes: - Dunnottar Castle- One of the worlds most iconic castles impregnably built on a sheer headland. - Drum Castle - A stunning 13th Century Castle dating back to Robert The Bruce. - Crathes Castle - 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. Time Exposure Travel are members of ABTOT (No.5419) which provides protection for customers’ prepayments.

Time Exposure Travel will take you on a walking tour round some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen. In Old Aberdeen some the areas we will explore include the buildings of the 15th Century University, at 12th Century Cathedral with an amazing heraldic ceiling and a dark secret, other fascinating areas and even visit a secret graveyard very few locals even know about. Tours can be tailored to suit. Please note access to the Chapel interiors is subject to availability and seasonal opening times. Please contact us for details. Time Exposure Travel are members of ABTOT (No.5419) which provides protection for customers’ prepayments.

In this tutored gin tasting, led by the Head Distiller, you’ll have the opportunity taste the traditional gin botanicals (Juniper, Coriander, Angelica, Orris) as single distillates, training your palette to the individual flavours that make gin…gin. This is an essential skill for any gin connoisseur! Sample the range of small batch Aberdeen Gin expressions (London Dry and Fruit gins). Challenge yourself with the mystery single distillate – will you be the first to guess the botanical? The event concludes with a G&T of your choice – choose any gin from the range or perhaps one of the single distillates you’ve enjoyed during the event. All of the distillates / gins have been crafted using premium organic alcohol – luxuriously smooth. Once you’ve finished the tasting you’ll gain the ability to recognise the flavours that make up gin. Take this knowledge home, explore your gin shelves and enjoy your very own tasting with the skills you’ve learned during this Gin Tasting Masterclass.

Guided by the Head Distiller, craft and distil your very own 70cl bottle of Scottish Gin. Using premium organic alcohol and botanicals from around the world, including the flavourful Macedonian Juniper, you’ll create a traditional gin recipe before going on to choose from over 100 different botanicals to make a unique gin, designed by you. Discover how Aberdeen Gin is authentically distilled in the heart of the city. Enjoy drinks throughout and taste samples of true small batch artisan gin – both London Dry and Fruit Gins. Finally, choose the strength of your gin. Bottle your gin. Now the tough part…naming your gin. The event concludes with a surprise cocktail to celebrate you have become an Aberdeen Distiller!

An amazing private tour that provides a true taste of Scotland. Historic Castles, Highland Cows & Whisky. Feel the history, taste the beef & drink a dram. Dunnottar Castle, one of the world's most iconic, impregnably built on a sheer headland. Crathes, a stunning 16thC Castle with amazing gardens. We offer you the chance to learn about and meet our native breed of cattle and have a Beef lunch at a working Highland Cow Farm. Enjoy a tasting tour at The Royal Lochnagar or The Glen Garioch Distillery, both produce a world class single malt Scotch. Balmoral Castle is an option instead of the distillery (subject to seasonal opening times). All tours can be tailored to suit and the farm and distillery are subject to seasonal opening times and require advance booking. Please contact us for details. Castles are free to visit, but charge for interior tours. Dunnottar can be seen in its full glory from near the car park. To go inside involves a long staircase. 18+ to taste whisky.

We offer a private tour to the heart of whisky country. Visit any Whisky Distilleries you want (we can normally visit 2/3 depending on opening times/length of tasting tour) and an example is in the Tour Details itinerary. All subject to availability and all require advance booking. In each distillery you will learn the secrets of how Scotland's most famous drink is crafted and then have the opportunity to sample the beautiful offerings. We can recommend which distilleries to visit if required, but wherever we take you, you know you can sit back and relax and let us do the driving. Some of the most popular are Macallan, Glenfiddich, Glenlivet, Aberlour, Glenfarclas, Ballindalloch and Glenallachie. We will book the internal guided tasting/tours (not included in cost and invoice you separately for the tasting/tour via PayPal). There is also an option to include a Castle tour/visit. Please contact us for details.

Enjoy a Luxury Private Transfer from Aberdeen on the East Coast of Scotland To Edinburgh with your own Scottish Chauffeur. Providing airport transfers in Scotland, we can help you start or finish your vacation in comfort and style, using one of our luxury vehicles. Your journey will be stress free and you will have no parking worries or expensive charges, the driver will load the vehicle and ensure you are comfortable before setting off. When you arrive at your destination your driver will assist with luggage and ensure you are settled before departing. Providing the travellers Cell Phone Number or Email Address is provided you will receive the Drivers full details including Photo prior to collection, along with updates of their status for a smooth collection.

Book your Private Arrival Transfer from Aberdeen Dyce Airport (ABZ) to Aberdeen hotel or address. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Explore the highlights of beautiful, vibrant Aberdeen on this fascinating two-hour private walking tour with an expert local guide. As a port city, Aberdeen has a fascinating maritime history, a scenic coastline, and an interesting history. Also known as the Granite City, for its imposing and historic architecture, Aberdeen was built at the convergence of the Don and Dee rivers where they meet the Atlantic. The name translates as 'mouth of the river Don' - aber is a Pictish word meaning river mouth, and the Don is named after the Gallo Roman goddess of springs and Rivers, Divona. Today it is famous as the off-shore capital of Europe, but prehistoric settlements and villages show the area has been inhabited for over 8000 years. There are also a fantastic 45 green parks for walking and relaxing - as well as the nearby international golf courses and of course many, many historic whiskey distilleries - Scotland's national tipple!

The early inhabitants of the northeast of Scotland were the Picts, and they have left their lasting footprints on our landscape. On this tour we will delve into their lives, their history and how they became the People of Alba. Throughout the tour we discover the legacy of ancient heritage and hear stories and folklore that shaped their beliefs and continue to be told today. This is a unique, off the beaten path tour that will take you into undiscovered corners of Aberdeenshire.

Visit the City of Aberdeen Distillery & Gin School - with a double G&T in hand, join us on a Discovery Tour and learn about Aberdeen’s lost distilling heritage, explore the distillery including the restricted production area, find out how you can make your own gin either at the distillery or at home, take part in a Q&A session with the head distiller and finally, enjoy a gin tasting from the range of true Aberdeen gins.

Aberdeenshire is a wonderful combination of castle country, with more castles per square mile than anywhere else, and over 165 miles of rugged and beautiful coastline. On this tour you will discover some of its maritime history, coastal villages lost and thriving and how to the sea influences the culture and heritage for those living along the shores. Wander around one of the region's most iconic castles and absorb the atmosphere and sea air on this delightful 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 and 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. Arbikie Highland Distillery for a Tasting tour and lunch. 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.

Book your Private Departure Transfer from Aberdeen hotel or any address to Aberdeen Dyce Airport (ABZ). Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Embark on a captivating full-day private tour from Aberdeen that seamlessly blends history and natural beauty. The journey begins at the stunning Dunnottar Castle, perched on dramatic cliffs overlooking the North Sea. Continue to the picturesque town of Banchory, nestled along the River Dee, where you’ll have the opportunity to explore its charming streets and perhaps enjoy a riverside stroll. Lastly, immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, a haven for wildlife and scenic landscapes, offering a perfect retreat for nature enthusiasts. Throughout the day, you’ll travel in comfort with included transportation and a local tour guide, making this a seamless and memorable Scottish adventure.

We will take you on a tour to some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen and Aberdeen. In Old Aberdeen, we explore the buildings of the 15th Century University, a 12th Century Cathedral with an amazing heraldic ceiling and a dark secret. We visit other fascinating areas and buildings and a secret graveyard very few locals know about. We then take an interesting 25 minute walk to historic parts of Aberdeen’s City Centre. Whilst exploring impressive historical buildings and areas, including one of the world’s largest granite buildings, you also learn about and visit the sites of the brutal realities of medieval times. Aberdeen has been the site of military invasions, riots and body snatching and you also find out about the local officials who colluded in the 18th century to kidnap and sell children. Our tour covers 800 captivating years. Access to Chapel interiors is subject to availability and seasonal opening times. Please contact us for details.

Discover a different side to Aberdeen on this street art walking tour. On this 1.5 hour you’ll meander down alleys and under bridges to uncover some of the city’s most beautiful pieces of art that are taking over the walls by storm. All with a local, expert guide. From unassuming corners to major buildings, there’s art around every turn and your guide knows just where to find the best of the best. Each tour is unique, with the route constantly being updated to include new pieces of art! Among the 10+ murals you will see include: Man & Dog - Smug Lego Wall - Jan Vormann Side Profile - Alice Pasquini Unicorn - Bordalo

Explore the captivating history and vibrant culture of Aberdeen on this private walking tour. Stroll through the historic Netherkirkgate and discover hidden gems like “The Green,” where tales of the city’s past come to life. As you walk along Shiprow, catch glimpses of Marischal College’s magnificent architecture, and hear stories of its grandeur. While passing by Aberdeen Maritime Museum, you’ll get a glimpse of the city’s maritime heritage. Along the way, your local guide will share fascinating insights into Aberdeen’s art, history, and maritime traditions, making this tour a delightful journey through the heart of the city.

Get your time in Aberdeen off to a stress-free start with this private, one-way transfer service from Aberdeen Airport. Simply book before your trip, meet your driver at Aberdeen Airport when you land, and then sit back as you travel to your central Aberdeen hotel in the air-conditioned comfort of a private vehicle. This private Aberdeen Airport transportation service is available 24 hours, seven days a week to suit your schedule, and designed for private groups of up to eight people. • One-way private arrival transfer from Aberdeen Airport to Aberdeen hotel • Door-to-door service with a professional driver • Rates cover private groups of one to six passengers • Private transfers operate 24 hours, seven days a week

Arrange a hassle-free finish to your stay in Aberdeen with this private, door-to-door transfer service from your central Aberdeen hotel to Aberdeen Airport. Simply meet your driver at your hotel and settle into your private, climate-controlled vehicle that accommodates up to eight passengers. Then, sit back and relax on your smooth and effortless journey direct to your terminal. Transfer services are available 24 hours, seven days a week to suit your schedule. • One-way private departure transfer from your city hotel in Aberdeen to the Aberdeen Airport • Door-to-door service with a professional driver • Rates cover private groups of one to six passengers • Private transfers operate 24 hours, seven days a week

Zombie Scavengers tests your ability to survive after a Zombie Apocalypse. The game leads you through the city, where you will have 60 minutes to collect survival items for your colony. The Setting: Small colonies of the living are doing all they can to survive. You and your team have been tasked with scavenging for survival supplies for your colony. You’ll only have 60 minutes to figure out which items you'll need and find as many items on the list as you can. Your Mission: With 1 hour and your team of up to 10 people, you will use your smartphone to search the area for much needed food, supplies, and shelter. Along the way, you will be asked to do some challenges or answer some trivia questions. The goal is to score at least 4000 points in 1 hour in order to survive the zombie apocalypse! PS. Our game is family friendly, no actual zombies are involved in the scavenger hunt.

Please choose one of the two options provided: ONE-WAY transfer or RETURN TRANSFER (TWO WAYS). Return transfer can be on the same day, or a different date can be arranged at your request. Our Executive Transfer Service offers a premium travel experience between Aberdeen and Glasgow that goes above and beyond traditional taxi services. With a focus on comfort, convenience, and value, we cater to both tourists and business travelers, providing airport and hotel pickups and customizable itineraries. Our fleet of Mercedes-Benz vehicles guarantees a smooth and enjoyable journey, with in-car Wi-Fi and complimentary bottled water ensuring you stay connected and refreshed. The easy online booking process and flexible cancellation policy make planning your travel a breeze, while our customizable itineraries allow you to explore Scotland at your own pace.