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Scotland's Ancient East

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From Aberdeen to Edinburgh
4.6 (72 reviews)
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 26
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    The Kelpies - Dunnottar Castle - Aberdeen

    The Kelpies - Dunnottar Castle - Aberdeen
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Maryculter House, Aberdeen)

    Included Activities

    • Visit The Kelpies sculptures
    • Photo stop at Dunnottar Castle
    Landmarks
    The Kelpies
    Dunnottar Castle
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Dufftown - Keith - Whisky Country

    Dufftown - Keith - Whisky Country
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Freshly prepared lunch at a quirky café in Dufftown), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Maryculter House, Aberdeen)

    Included Activities

    • Falconry display
    • Rail journey from Dufftown to Keith
    • Whisky distillery tour and tasting
    Landmarks
    Dufftown Railway
  4. Day 3

    Braemar Castle - Glen Tanar Estate - Cairngorms

    Braemar Castle - Glen Tanar Estate - Cairngorms
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Light lunch at Glen Tanar Estate)
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Maryculter House, Aberdeen)

    Included Activities

    • Braemar Castle visit
    • Glen Tanar Estate guided visit
    • Traditional Scottish dancing at Glen Tanar Estate
    • Meet Highland cows
    Landmarks
    Braemar Castle
    Glen Tanar Estate
    Cairngorms National Park
  5. Day 4

    Museum of Scottish Lighthouses - Peterhead - Sheepdog Demonstration

    Museum of Scottish Lighthouses - Peterhead - Sheepdog Demonstration
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Maryculter House, Aberdeen)

    Included Activities

    • Museum of Scottish Lighthouses visit
    • Peterhead Prison Museum guided visit
    • Sheepdog demonstration at local farm
    Landmarks
    Museum of Scottish Lighthouses
    Peterhead Prison Museum
  6. Day 5

    Glamis Castle - Gin Bothy - Edinburgh

    Glamis Castle - Gin Bothy - Edinburgh
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    (DoubleTree By Hilton Edinburgh City Centre)

    Included Activities

    • Glamis Castle guided tour
    • Gin Bothy tasting with traditional Scottish snacks
    Landmarks
    Glamis Castle
    Gin Bothy
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 6

    Scottish Borders - Rosslyn Chapel - Abbotsford - Great Tapestry

    Scottish Borders - Rosslyn Chapel - Abbotsford - Great Tapestry
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Included lunch at Abbotsford)
    Accommodation
    (DoubleTree By Hilton Edinburgh City Centre)

    Included Activities

    • Rosslyn Chapel visit
    • Abbotsford house and grounds tour
    • The Great Tapestry of Scotland visit
    Landmarks
    Rosslyn Chapel
    Abbotsford
    The Great Tapestry of Scotland
  8. Day 7

    Edinburgh

    Edinburgh
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at a local Edinburgh restaurant featuring Scottish folklore and entertainment)
    Accommodation
    (DoubleTree By Hilton Edinburgh City Centre)

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic tour of Edinburgh

    Optional Activities

    • Morning walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town
    • Visit Edinburgh Castle
    • Stroll the Royal Mile
    • Shopping and exploration of Edinburgh
    Landmarks
    Edinburgh Castle
    Royal Mile
  9. Day 8

    Tour Ends

    Tour Ends
    Meals
    Breakfast

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4.6 (72 reviews)
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Reviews from other tours by Royal Irish Tours

  • Lola4.0•September 2026
    I'm concerned because we had to cancel our early night stay because of flight cancel. I had texted you about it...
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  • Sandra4.0•October 2025
    The tour achieved my goal of getting a taste of Scotland! Well organized. Beautiful hotels. Enjoyed the meals. I...
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  • Diana4.0•October 2025
    Overall enjoyable experience.

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