Top Aberdeen Full-day Tours

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 to the River Dee for their holidays. With almost unlimited cash and resources, why do they always come here? We think there’s an easy answer. This area encapsulates everything everyone loves about Scotland. You find grand castles enclosed by pine forests. You look up at the highest plateau in Britain in the Cairngorms National Park. And there’s enough nearby distilleries to satisfy any royal event. So, who wouldn’t want to escape to the fresh air of this location? On this tour, we combine her Majesty’s favourite holiday spot with a trip to Dunnottar Castle, one of the most historically important and visually arresting sights in Scotland. Hop aboard this tour, see an epic castle, and discover whether you have the same taste as the royals.

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 Jacobite Rising at the Culloden Battlefield. You try to take your best photo as you pass by Scotland’s famous mountains and castles. And you lick your lips as you drink in the spirit of Scottish whisky in Dufftown, ‘the Whisky Capital of the World’. What’s more, you get as close as possible to the legendary Loch Ness Monster on an optional boat trip. So, take this trip and enjoy the best of Scotland in a day.

Although most famous for its castles, Scotland has an interesting culinary heritage. Get a true taste of the country during a full-day tour that visits the Glen Garioch Whiskey Distillery and three major historical attractions. Letting someone else drive means you’ll have more time to focus on northern Scotland’s stunning scenery and can skip worrying about getting lost on rural roads.

Whisky distilleries abound in Scotland and deciding where to go can be tricky, while driving between distilleries takes tastings off the table. That’s not a problem on this intimate small-group tour, as your driver-guide transports you to two specially selected distilleries in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach. There, learn about the history and production of whisky, before sampling for yourself.

This is a private tour for your group only. Scotland has many treasures to offer and a lot of them are in Aberdeenshire. We will take you on a private tour to areas that are as stunning as they are interesting. You will learn about the attractions and their history and have a great day out, whether that be to ancient castles, a distillery or to see Highland Cows. Tours can include – Iconic Castle(s), Distilleries, Historical Areas, Stunning Scenery (examples listed from which we choose a route), Optional Lunch. Pick up and drop off is from your Hotel, Train Station, Airport or Cruise Ship. Minimum passengers: one. Maximum passengers: four. Tours available seven days a week, subject to availability. Time Exposure Travel are members of ABTOT (No.5419) which provides protection for customers’ prepayments.

+++ MEET JOHNNIE WALKER! +++ Visit three of Scotland's most beautiful distilleries to find the secrets behind the world's most popular whisky. Distillery tour and tasting paid for. The only tour that takes you to the hidden sources of the world famous Jonnie Walker whisky. Single malt whisky from each distillery we will visit has been included in the famous Johnnie Walker blends over the past 100 years. A must for all whisky fans to find out about the history, the people and the single malt whisky behind Johnnie Walker. Each of these distilleries have been selected for one or more of the following: Johnnie Walker Blue, Green, Black and Red. Private tour!

Time Exposure Travel will take you on a walking tour round some of the most interesting and historical areas of Aberdeen, chosen from some of the attractions listed, whilst providing photography instruction throughout, from an award winning professional photographer. We will show you how to get most out of your camera and take wonderful memories. A traditional lunch and or a photograph editing session can also be incorporated in to your tour. Please ask for details and costs, should you wish to add these items. Suitable for all levels of photographer. Non photography partners more than welcome. Tours can be tailored to suit. Time Exposure Travel are members of ABTOT (No.5419) which provides protection for customers’ prepayments.

Time Exposure Travel will take you on a walking tour round some of the most interesting and historical areas of Aberdeen, chosen from some of the attractions listed above. We will discover stunning ancient buildings like Kings College, Scotland's oldest bridge, a Cathedral with a dark secret, parks and gardens and even visit a secret graveyard very few locals even know about. Tours can be tailored to suit. Please note access to Chapel interiors and Botanic Gardens is subject to availability. Time Exposure Travel are members of ABTOT (No.5419) which provides protection for customers’ prepayments.

Time Exposure Travel will take you on a day trip to areas that are as stunning as there are interesting - examples are listed from which we choose a route. We can provide the itinerary or you can create your own. Pick up and drop off is from your Hotel, Train Station, Airport or Cruise Ship. Time Exposure Travel are members of ABTOT (No.5419) which provides protection for customers’ prepayments.

We offer you a private tour to the heart of whisky country. Visit any distilleries you want and some examples are in the tour listing The three most popular are Macallan, Glenfiddich and Glenlivet. Option to substitute 1 distillery for a castle tour instead. Here are some distilleries we recommend: Aberlour Distillery, GlenAllachie Distillery, Macallan Distillery, Cardhu Distillery, Dailuaine Distillery, Benrinnes Distillery, Dalmunach Distillery, Knockando Distillery, Glenrothes Distillery, The Tamdhu Distillery, The lost Caperdonich Distillery aka Glen Grant, Glenfarclas Distillery, Strathisla Distillery, Speyside Cooperage and the Royal Lochnagar. We can book the guided distillery tours for you. Please note some distilleries close in winter. You must be over 18. Option to extend the day to 12 hrs and visit 3 distilleries or 2 and a Castle. Subject to availability. Time Exposure Travel are members of ABTOT (No.5419) which provides protection for customers’ prepayments.

A beautiful tour of the Highlands, explore the city of Inverness and enjoy Scottish hospitality on the banks of Loch Ness. With visits to Cawdor Castle and a stop at Culloden Moor Battlefield you will experience a bit of Scottish Heritage along the way.

The Speyside region of north-eastern Scotland is renowned for its single malt whiskies, which are sold all around the world. On this tour, immerse yourself in Scotland’s whisky-making history and heritage as you visit three Speyside distilleries in one day. Visit distilleries such as Macallan, Glenfarclas, Glenfiddich, or Aberlour; learn about the whisky-making process on a guided tour; and sample a selection of different whiskies.

The first tour to take you to three top distilleries in one day! +Bespoke pickup+ Whiskywheels tours specialise in the wonderful whisky that Scotland has to offer. This Whisky Trifecta tour - Macallan, Glenfiddich and Glenlivet. Macallan The jewel in the crown of Speyside. Not to be missed. Macallan is the most sought-after whisky for whisky collectors, here you'll find a huge range of Macallan Scotch whisky to buy and also take part in the fantastic three pillars tour. Glenfiddich Visit the family owned distillery to see what a truly world class family run business can achieve. Glenfiddich is the world's best-selling single-malt whisky and also the most awarded at the International Spirits Challenge. Glenlivet The tour and tasting at Glenlivet takes you back in time to how whisky was first made in Speyside. Covid precautions and government guidance adhered to.

This fantastic tour from any Scottish location to the Macallan distillery is designed for Macallan fans and whisky enthusiasts. The only Macallan specific tour available daily. Have lunch in the best Whisky hotel in Speyside - the Dowans hotel. Visit Glenfiddich distillery to compare tasting notes and see their fantastic distillery.