Top Northeast Scotland Tours & Sightseeing

Q: Which Northeast Scotland Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Northeast Scotland Tours & Sightseeing with Instant Confirmation include: Skip-the-Line: Botanic Garden Entry Ticket Dunnottar Castle and Coastal Heritage Bespoke Private Tours of Scotland and the Borders St Andrews: The Ultimate Bike and E Bike Tour - See Much More Aberdeen Private Half Day Tour: Dunnottar, Crathes Castles +more View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Northeast Scotland?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Northeast Scotland are: Northeast Scotland Cultural & Theme Tours Northeast Scotland Historical & Heritage Tours Northeast Scotland Luxury & Special Occasions Northeast Scotland Luxury Tours Northeast Scotland Walking & Biking Tours View all tour styles in Northeast Scotland →

Dunnottar Castle and Royal Deeside Small-Group Tour from Aberdeen

Combine the majestic heights of Royal Deeside with the epic cliff-top site of Dunnottar Castle. For almost 150 years, the British royal family have travelled …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

4.9 (208)

Dunnottar Castle and Royal Deeside Small-Group Tour from Aberdeen

Combine the majestic heights of Royal Deeside with the epic cliff-top site of Dunnottar Castle. For almost 150 years, the British royal family have travelled...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (208)

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$78

Loch Ness and the Highlands Small-Group Day Tour from Aberdeen

The battles, beauty, and whisky: This is your perfect introduction to Scotland. You shed a tear as you hear the tales and tragedies of Scotland’s …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

4.9 (153)

Loch Ness and the Highlands Small-Group Day Tour from Aberdeen

The battles, beauty, and whisky: This is your perfect introduction to Scotland. You shed a tear as you hear the tales and tragedies of Scotland’s...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (153)

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$130

North East Coastal Trail Small Group Day Tour from Aberdeen

Look out for sea creatures, ancient castles, and beautiful beaches on this tour along Scotland’s North East Coast. On this tour, you venture from Aberdeen …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

4.8 (89)

North East Coastal Trail Small Group Day Tour from Aberdeen

Look out for sea creatures, ancient castles, and beautiful beaches on this tour along Scotland’s North East Coast. On this tour, you venture from Aberdeen...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (89)

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$79

Skip-the-Line: Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

The Garden is committed to plant conservation, research and education for people of all ages, with more than 80,000 visitors coming to enjoy every year. …More

Dundee, Scotland

4.8 (59)

Skip-the-Line: Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

The Garden is committed to plant conservation, research and education for people of all ages, with more than 80,000 visitors coming to enjoy every year....

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (59)

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$6

Join us for a scenic day exploring Aberdeenshire's beautiful and diverse landscape and get a real taste of the region. From rural country life to …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

5.0 (37)

Dunnottar Castle and Coastal Heritage

Join us for a scenic day exploring Aberdeenshire's beautiful and diverse landscape and get a real taste of the region. From rural country life to...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (37)

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$143

Bespoke Private Tours of Scotland and the Borders

We take our time to make the very best of your time with us. Little roads and flexible journeys to get you away from the …More

St. Andrews, Scotland

5.0 (36)

Bespoke Private Tours of Scotland and the Borders

We take our time to make the very best of your time with us. Little roads and flexible journeys to get you away from the...

4 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (36)

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$891

Speyside Whisky Trail Day Tour from Aberdeen Including Admissions

Whether you're a whisky lover or a whisky learner, you're bound to get a taste for it in the beautiful region of Speyside. Home to …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

4.9 (31)

Speyside Whisky Trail Day Tour from Aberdeen Including Admissions

Whether you're a whisky lover or a whisky learner, you're bound to get a taste for it in the beautiful region of Speyside. Home to...

10 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (31)

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$108

St Andrews: The Ultimate Bike and E Bike Tour - See Much More

Join Stuart's Bicycle Tours to discover the rich history and natural beauty of St Andrews. Think St Andrews is just about golf? Discover ancient history, …More

St. Andrews, Scotland

5.0 (23)

St Andrews: The Ultimate Bike and E Bike Tour - See Much More

Join Stuart's Bicycle Tours to discover the rich history and natural beauty of St Andrews. Think St Andrews is just about golf? Discover ancient history,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (23)

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$67

Aberdeen Private Half Day Tour: Dunnottar, Crathes Castles +more

A private guided tour / shore excursion through Aberdeenshire’s castles, landscapes, and history with a knowledgeable local guide. Explore Dunnottar Castle, Crathes Castle plus more …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

5.0 (20)

Aberdeen Private Half Day Tour: Dunnottar, Crathes Castles +more

A private guided tour / shore excursion through Aberdeenshire’s castles, landscapes, and history with a knowledgeable local guide. Explore Dunnottar Castle, Crathes Castle plus more...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (20)

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$71

Old Aberdeen 2 hour Historical Walking Tour

Time Exposure Travel will take you on a walking tour round some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen. In Old Aberdeen some …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

5.0 (14)

Old Aberdeen 2 hour Historical Walking Tour

Time Exposure Travel will take you on a walking tour round some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen. In Old Aberdeen some...

2 hours

5.0 (14)

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$38

Aberdeen & Shire Castle & Distillery Private Group one Day Tour

Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a fabulous private tour to amazing castles, historic areas and a whisky distillery in …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

5.0 (12)

Aberdeen & Shire Castle & Distillery Private Group one Day Tour

Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a fabulous private tour to amazing castles, historic areas and a whisky distillery in...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (12)

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$188

Private Highland whisky tour from Edinburgh- Build your own tour!

WHISKYWHEELS PRIVATE HIGHLAND WHISKY TOUR + We pick you up + We help you create your own tour to the Highlands This private Whiskywheels tour …More

Laggan, Scotland

4.8 (8)

Private Highland whisky tour from Edinburgh- Build your own tour!

WHISKYWHEELS PRIVATE HIGHLAND WHISKY TOUR + We pick you up + We help you create your own tour to the Highlands This private Whiskywheels tour...

7 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (8)

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$274

Balmoral Craigievar Dunnottar Crathes Castles Private Tour

Door to door pick up/drop off & Private Tour with driver/guide. Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

5.0 (7)

Balmoral Craigievar Dunnottar Crathes Castles Private Tour

Door to door pick up/drop off & Private Tour with driver/guide. Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (7)

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$958

Aberdeenshire and Royal Deeside Private Half-day Castle Tour

Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour to some amazing castles and areas that are stunning as they …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

4.8 (5)

Aberdeenshire and Royal Deeside Private Half-day Castle Tour

Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour to some amazing castles and areas that are stunning as they...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered

4.8 (5)

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$68

Best Scottish Whisky Distilleries Private Tasting Trip plus optional Castle Tour

We offer a private tour to the heart of whisky country. Visit any Whisky Distilleries you want, and an example itinerary is in the Tour …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

5.0 (5)

Best Scottish Whisky Distilleries Private Tasting Trip plus optional Castle Tour

We offer a private tour to the heart of whisky country. Visit any Whisky Distilleries you want, and an example itinerary is in the Tour...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (5)

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$939

Private Balmoral Glamis Dunnottar Castles Tour from Aberdeen

A truly amazing day out visiting some of the most stunning, famous & iconic castles in Scotland, Crathes, Balmoral, Glamis & Dunnottar. (Aberdeenshire is spoilt …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

4.8 (5)

Private Balmoral Glamis Dunnottar Castles Tour from Aberdeen

A truly amazing day out visiting some of the most stunning, famous & iconic castles in Scotland, Crathes, Balmoral, Glamis & Dunnottar. (Aberdeenshire is spoilt...

9 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.8 (5)

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$1,040

Aberdeen Private Buchan Coast Tour with Qualified Guide

Welcome to A Path Less Known Tours! I'm Jamie, your qualified STGA Green Badge tourist guide, and I'd love to show you Scotland's spectacular Buchan …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

5.0 (4)

Aberdeen Private Buchan Coast Tour with Qualified Guide

Welcome to A Path Less Known Tours! I'm Jamie, your qualified STGA Green Badge tourist guide, and I'd love to show you Scotland's spectacular Buchan...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$890

Private Edinburgh Whisky Tour - Distilleries & Tastings

This Whiskywheels tour is fantastic for those wishing to sample what the Edinburgh whisky distilleries and tasting venues have to offer. Delicate and fruity, with …More

Dundee, Scotland

5.0 (3)

Private Edinburgh Whisky Tour - Distilleries & Tastings

This Whiskywheels tour is fantastic for those wishing to sample what the Edinburgh whisky distilleries and tasting venues have to offer. Delicate and fruity, with...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$343

Old Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour with Food and Drink Tasting

We will take you on a fantastic guided walking tour round some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen. We will explore the …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

5.0 (3)

Old Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour with Food and Drink Tasting

We will take you on a fantastic guided walking tour round some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen. We will explore the...

3 hours

5.0 (3)

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$67

Balmoral Castle & Royal Deeside Private Premium Tour

Begin your journey in Royal Deeside at the Rob Roy McGregor statue, where the story of Scotland’s legendary outlaw sets the scene for your adventure. …More

Aberdeen, Scotland

5.0 (2)

Balmoral Castle & Royal Deeside Private Premium Tour

Begin your journey in Royal Deeside at the Rob Roy McGregor statue, where the story of Scotland’s legendary outlaw sets the scene for your adventure....

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$1,083

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Northeast Scotland Tours & Sightseeing?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Northeast Scotland Tours & Sightseeing are:

What are the best kid-friendly options for Northeast Scotland Tours & Sightseeing Tours?

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Which Northeast Scotland Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Which Northeast Scotland Tours & Sightseeing have Free Cancellation?

Northeast Scotland Tours & Sightseeing with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Northeast Scotland Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

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