Private Coastal History, Dunnottar Castle and Distillery Tour

Name: Private Coastal History, Dunnottar Castle and Distillery Tour
Start: 2026-09-14T08:30:00Z
Location: Aberdeenshire

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US$1,037.85 per guest

Adult x1

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Earliest available date: September 14, 2026

All bookings are final. Cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Location

Aberdeenshire

Duration

8 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 7 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

Other

Pet-friendly, Private Experience

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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.

What You Get

Alcoholic beverages

Distillery Tasting Tour.

Lunch

Route and timings will depend on starting point and your choice of attractions and time of year.

Pick up surcharges - Hotels more than 20mls outside Aberdeen city-£20. 30-60mls-£40.

No drinks/food/snacks other than stated are included in the cost.

Dunnottar Castle - Free to see from outside. Pay at gate if you wish to go inside. No Pre booking.

Good To Know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour duration includes traveling time

What You’ll Experience

Old Aberdeen

Door to door Pick up /drop off. 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 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Dunnottar Castle

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. (£12 pp)

1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Kinneff Old Church

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 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Arbikie Highland Estate Distillery

We have tasting tour and lunch at the Arbikie Distillery, which is a true field to bottle operation as they grow their own crops. You will be able to learn how they are made and sample some spirits and taste their lovely homemade food at lunch.

2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

Pickup Point

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Pickup Details

We pick you up from your hotel or accommodation, train station or cruise liner in the Aberdeen area. Hotels outside Aberdeen City, a pick up surcharge applies as per below in exclusions.