Top Northeast Scotland Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Discover the best of Scotland's local spirit with this private Speyside whiskey experience. Spend the day bounding between several Scotch Whiskey distilleries with your expert guide, and learn about the local industry as you go. You pass by Speyside Cooperage, get tips on where to eat and drink in the region, and enjoy a stress-free day with a guide to lead the way.

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. Throughout the day you will receive Professional Photography tuition and there is the option for Lightroom and Photoshop Tuition after the the tour. You will be provided electronically with Introduction to Photography course notes. A suggest itinerary is - Dunnottar Castle- One of the worlds most iconic castles. - Crathes Castle - A 16th masterpiece of architecture on Royal Deeside - Falls of Feugh. A cascading water fall near Banchory. - Lunch - Burn 'o' Vat / Loch Kinnord walk or tour of the Royal Lochnagar Distillery - Photograph Editing Tuition 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.

Stonehaven is not just a pretty little seaside town. Thanks to its fireball festival and its proximity to one of Scotland's most iconic castles, photos of Stonehaven have been beamed all over the world. Our tour tells you the stories behind these images - and if that wasn't enough we have tales of mutiny, the Titanic and the Scottish Crown Jewels. This tour is perfect if you are on your way to Dunnottar Castle and want to see something of the town first. If you are staying in Stonehaven it is a great way to get your bearings and see some of the hidden nooks, carvings and art you would otherwise have missed. This audio tour takes you on a 4km walk around Stonehaven and up to the nearby War Memorial. It takes around 80 minutes without stopping but you can pause the tour whenever you choose. The audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

Our Royal Deeside tour is designed to show you the areas of Scotland associated with the British Royal family and concludes with a reminder of the country's independent past with a visit to Scone palace, where Scottish kings were crowned. Along the way you will experience the wide vistas of rich farmland in the east of the country and gain a flavour of the Highlands of Scotland on the route through Glenshee.

Our tours are bespoke and catered to you. If you would like to swap any of the distilleries on offer we are more than happy to arrange a tour specifically for your group. We will have some special whiskies on board our bus and stop at some beautiful locations for a little bit of history and a lovely whisky.

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.

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 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.

This is a private tour for your group only. Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer and we will take you on a private tour to areas that are as stunning as they are interesting, chosen from the tour details section below. A suggested itinerary could be: • Old Aberdeen - See fascinating medieval history • Dunnottar Castle - one of the worlds most iconic castles, • Crathes Castle - a 16th century castle on Deeside with amazing gardens • Royal Lochnagar Distillery - the famous malt from the grounds of Balmoral Castle You can choose your own itinerary. Time Exposure Travel are members of ABTOT (No.5419) which provides protection for customers’ prepayments. Pick up and drop off is from your Hotel, Airport, Train Station or Cruise Ship

Too early to check in to your hotel or for your flight? We have the perfect solution, a private guided tour of the area. Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer – amazing castles, historical buildings, distilleries, beautiful scenery and spectacular wildlife. We will take you to areas that are as stunning as they are interesting. and you will learn about the attractions and their history. Tours can include – Iconic Castle(s), Distilleries, Historical Areas, Stunning Scenery (examples listed from which we choose a route), Optional Lunch. Pick up from Airport, Train Station, Cruise Ship and drop off is at your Hotel 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.

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.

An amazing private tour that provides a true taste of Scotland, all in one day. Historic Castles, Highland Cows and Whisky! Feel the history, taste the beef and drink a dram! Take home amazing memories. Crathes is a 16th-century world famous Castle featuring turrets, gargoyles, painted ceilings and ancient, great yew hedges in the amazing gardens. Aberdeenshire Highland Beef offer the chance for you to visit a working farm, meet our native breed of cattle, have the chance to photograph them, learn about their history and sample some of our succulent Premium Aberdeenshire Highland Beef! Enjoy an amazing tour round the Royal Lochnagar distillery which produces a world class single malt Scotch whisky. The Distillery is based in the grounds of the Queens Balamoral Castle, in the Highland whisky-producing area of Scotland. It close to the famous mountain of Lochnagar. Time Exposure Travel are members of ABTOT (No.5419) which provides protection for customers’ prepayments.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy a very interesting full day private tour from Dundee visiting many of the film locations used in the OUTLANDER TV series. If you are not familiar with this TV series, you should not be put off by this as the venues we visit are some of the best in Scotland and this makes for a very interesting and fun day. Tour is approximately 8-9 hours in duration, and suitable for 1-8 persons. Highlights include; a visit to the historic village of Falkland, the historic village of Culross and 17th Century Palace (Cranesmuir), Deanston Distillery (Wine Warehouse, Le Harve) and Doune Castle (Castle Leoch).  You will also see Stirling Castle and the Wallace monument as we pass by, visit Drummond Castle Gardens (Palace of Versailles) etc.

Get more out of your time in Dundee by going on an action-packed Highland adventure. Avoid the stress of figuring out public transport by having a private driver for the day. You’ll save time researching highlights and instead have a comprehensive itinerary organized for you. Travel with ease through the Scottish countryside, visit Dunkeld, go for a tasting at a whisky distillery, and walk in the forests to picturesque waterfalls. As it's a private tour, you can customize your day based on your preferences.

Venture outside of Dundee and into the countryside with this half-day private tour. Visit Glamis Castle and see several historic ships including the RRS Discovery that brought Shackleton to the Antarctic in 1901. Skip the hassle of a rental car and admire the scenery in the Royal Angus countryside while your guide does the driving.

Escape the city bustle of Dundee with a half-day private tour of East Neuk. Skip the hassle of a rental car and admire the scenery as your guide takes care of the driving. Explore the historic town of St. Andrews and charming fishing villages including Crail, Pittenweem, and St. Monans. Go off the beaten path to discover each village’s individual charm.

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. The Garden is laid out by a series of global habitat themes, from Scottish landscapes, to Australian or Chinese woodland glades which you can travel through in an hour or two. There are plants of interest every month of the year with something of interest for all ages, while the restful setting benefits the visitor as a wellbeing walk that takes you some place else.

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.

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.

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.

Whether you are a whisky aficionado or a complete novice, this Whisky Trail has something for everyone. You will be picked up from where you are staying and transported in comfort, safety, and style to Speyside. This is a private tour and only your group will participate. If you book between April and October you will visit the big three Speyside distilleries, namely The Macallan, Glenlivet, and Glenfiddich. The agenda is flexible so depending on whether you have chosen to book a tour at one of the distilleries, we will agree the timing for your day before setting off together. At the end of the Whisky Trail, we will head back to your starting point or another location by prior arrangement. Travel time from central Scotland is 3.5 hours in each direction, whereas Inverness lies around 1.5 hours drive away from the Speyside area. PLEASE NOTE: due to COVID19 restrictions, Distilleries may open and close at short notice, and may also only offer limited tour and tasting options.