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Deeside Castle Half Day GeoTour

By Scotland 'On The Rocks' GeoTours
Free cancellation available
Price is €109 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Explore the landscapes, rocks, and history of Royal Deeside on this half-day 'On The Rocks' GeoTour — perfect for visitors with limited time, including cruise guests arriving at Aberdeen South Harbour. This adventure blends accessible geology with one of Scotland’s most atmospheric castles: Crathes Castle, a beautifully preserved 16th-century tower house surrounded by world-famous gardens.

Guided by Steve Adams, founder of Balgownie Geoscience with over 45 years of field, industry, and academic experience, this half-day GeoTour delivers a welcoming and insightful introduction to Scotland’s landscapes and history — the perfect 'On The Rocks' experience.

Activity location

  • Crathes Castle
    • Crathes
    • AB31 5QJ, Banchory, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Queen's Terrace
    • Queen's Terrace
    • AB10 1XL, Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Deeside Castle Half Day GeoTour
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 08:30
Price details
€109.09 x 1 Adult€109.09
Total
Price is €109.09
Until Thu, 30 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snacks
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Moderately steep cliff and castle entry walks
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Crathes Castle

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
A classic 16th Century castle built by the Burnett of Leys family with exceptional painted ceilings and extensive walled gardens

Stonehaven

  • 1h 30m
Visit this quaint Easct Coast village and explore its rich geological heritage, including a trip to the Highland Boundary fault, a major feature in Scotland’s geological development

Location

Activity location

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    Crathes Castle
    • Crathes
    • AB31 5QJ, Banchory, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Queen's Terrace
    • Queen's Terrace
    • AB10 1XL, Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Port of Aberdeen - South Harbour
    • Saint Fitticks Road
    • AB11 8TN, Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

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