From Aberdeen: Dunnottar Castle and Cairngorms Day Trip



Discover the epic cliff-top site of Dunnottar Castle and the majestic beauty of the Cairngorms National Park on a guided day trip from Aberdeen.

Highlights

  • Explore Dunnottar Castle and Cairngorms National Park on a guided day trip
  • Discover the iconic cliff-top Dunnottar Castle perched above the ocean
  • Marvel at the mesmerizing cascades of the Falls of Feugh
  • Admire the breathtaking scenery of the Cairngorms National Park
  • Look for local wildlife in the Muir of Dinnet Nature Reserve

Description

Explore the scenic cliff-top Dunnottar Castle and the beautiful scenery of the Cairngorms National Park on a guided day trip from Aberdeen. Enjoy plenty of photo stops and admire the scenic vistas. Depart from Aberdeen and first travel to one of Scotland’s most iconic landmarks, Dunnottar Castle. Enjoy the views and surroundings at this stunning fortress, perched on a cliff overlooking the sea. Continue to the Falls of Feugh and marvel at the mesmerizing cascades. Keep an eye out for salmon jumping up the river. Enjoy a stop to purchase some lunch in Braemar, a charming little village in the Cairngorms National Park Next, head to the Muir of Dinnet Nature Reserve and enjoy a relaxing stroll in the beautiful surroundings. Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife like otters, birds, and adders on a quintessential woodland walk. Finally, relax on the return journey and arrive back in Aberdeen in the early evening.

Includes

Transportation by 16-seat Mercedes minibus Driver/guide

Important Information

  • You're restricted to 14 kilograms (31lbs) of luggage per person on the tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag plus a small bag for onboard personal items
  • To maintain balance and comfort on board, group bookings are limited to a maximum of 8 passengers per booking. Please note this does not mean the tour is capped at 8 people overall - our small-group tours operate with up to 16 participants in total. This way, you’ll share the journey with other like-minded travellers while still enjoying the benefits of a smaller group: more personal service, more time with locals, more opportunities off the bus, and a friendlier, more authentic travel experience. *Please note that Dunnottar Castle will be closed from 27th October to 16th November. We will still be able to stop for a photo opportunity of the castle, and additional time will be spent at other stops throughout the day.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Available Dates

September 2026 1 dates
Tue 29th Sep
October 2026 11 dates
Thu 1st Oct Fri 2nd Oct Sun 4th Oct Tue 6th Oct Thu 8th Oct Fri 9th Oct

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