All of Aberdeenshire
Beaches, Castles, Whisky & More
Elizabeth
Your top rated guide
book@aberdeenshiretours.net
Tours from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
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Welcome to top-rated, small and personal Aberdeenshire Tours where you will arrive as a guest and leave as a friend. I am an experienced local tour guide specialising in truly private, customised day tours. I will create a bespoke day tour based on the things you want to do and see.
A born and bred Scot, I am happy to show visitors the wonders of the north east of Scotland where there are more castles per acre than anywhere else in the UK, some of the most famous whisky distilleries in the world, around 100 ancient stone circles, beautiful beaches, superb scenery and wonderful wildlife. I take great pride in my personal service and flexibility and am delighted with and proud of the wonderful reviews I have received from my lovely guests.
I am an all 5 star rated guide on TripAdvisor
I enjoy meeting new visitors and provide a first class service.
I provide a bespoke service based on your requirements
The north east of Scotland has the most stunning, dramatic and romantic scenery in all weathers.
Every one of my day trips is unique and tailor made to your requirements with unique local insights.
Spectacular scenery; pristine beaches; amazing coastline; wonderful wildlife; famous whisky distilleries and fantastic castles
I will provide a truly private, bespoke, customised chauffeur driven magical tour of the best spots in the north east of my wonderful country.
I mean it when I say,
“arrive as a guest and leave as a friend.”
“arrive as a guest and leave as a friend.”
Elizabeth, Aberdeenshire Tours
Bespoke Tour
Designed with your input.





My tours are truly private and are exclusive to you or your small group. My attention to detail is second to none. I spend a great deal of time and effort to create a perfectly customised day tour tailored to your wishes. I am flexible, and happy to discuss the things you’d like to see, and together, make a tour suited to you. I look forward to discussing your perfect day tour.
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A non-refundable deposit of £50 is required to secure your booking which will be deducted from the cost of the tour
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A wee selection
of the north east

On this tour we will visit: Haddo House – the former seat of the Gordon Family for over 400 years. Glen Garioch Distillery – one of the oldest operating distilleries in Scotland. Pitmedden Garden – a beautiful, tranquil gem laid out in the French formal style.
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Beaches & Barons
as far as the eye can see.
On this tour we will visit Newburgh Beach – with its pristine sands, and resident seal colony and Fyvie Castle with its 800 years of grizzly history and a resident ghost!
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Whisky
Galore!



A day in Speyside, the home of some of the world’s most famous whiskies. A visit to Speyside Cooperage to see how the barrels that nurture the whisky for many years are made. We will then take a distillery tour to see how the ‘water of life’ is created and to sample a few drams. We will also make time for lunch at a local whisky bar. Where possible, we will visit the distillery of your choosing.
Collection from and return to accommodation
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Photography
The best spots to spot..
The north east of Scotland is a photographer’s dream. Visiting some stunning locations, you will be able to see and photograph amazing wildlife, scenery and castles. As an avid photographer myself, I will work with you to select the areas to concentrate on and share my favourite locations to create your perfect day and hopefully produce amazing photographic memories.
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Royal Deeside
and Dunnottar Castle


*when open
This tour starts with a visit to spectacular Dunnottar Castle, perched on a 440 million year old rock formation overlooking the north sea on three sides. From Dunnottar we will take a scenic drive across to Royal Lochnagar Distillery on Royal Deeside for a tour and tasting. Next, a short drive to Balmoral Castle, the holiday home of the British Royal Family. There you can visit part of the castle and walk around the extensive grounds before returning to Aberdeen.
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Your knowledgeable, local Scottish guide
I am a proud Scot and will happily show you the wonderful north east of Scotland.
“Following a long police career I became a Guide with The National Trust for Scotland and now run Aberdeenshire Tours. I enjoy taking visitors around this amazing part of Scotland and look forward to creating your special day tour(s) ”

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Work in collaboration with me to design your perfect tour.
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All photos were taken by me on tours.
COVID REMINDER
Covid-19 is still around and still serious so I hope that you understand when I require you to take a lateral flow test (supplied) prior to your tour to keep us all safe and well. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Additionally, I regularly test myself and ensure that the vehicle is thoroughly cleaned and sanitised prior to each new tour.
Covid-19 is still around and still serious so I hope that you understand when I require you to take a lateral flow test (supplied) prior to your tour to keep us all safe and well. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Additionally, I regularly test myself and ensure that the vehicle is thoroughly cleaned and sanitised prior to each new tour.