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Glamis, Forfar, UK

Glamis

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Glamis

Welcome to Glamis, a delightful village near Forfar, UK! Famous for the stunning Glamis Castle, the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, this charming spot is a history buff’s dream! Stroll through scenic landscapes, and don’t miss the local bakery’s irresistible treats. Perfect for a day trip filled with fun and fascinating tales!

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5/5
48 h

Edinburgh: Aberdeenshire, Balmoral Castle and the Northeast Coast

Our 2-day tour starts at 09:00 from Edinburgh. Passing the iconic Forth Bridges, we head to Dundee, known for its V&A Museum. We continue north to Montrose for lunch, famous for seafood. Next, St Cyrus and Dunnottar Castle await, offering rugged coastline views and rich history. In Stonehaven, explore the town before heading to Aberdeen for overnight stay. Day 2 begins with a visit to Crathes Castle west of Aberdeen, renowned for its gardens and history. Lunch in Ballater precedes our tour of Balmoral Castle, the Highland retreat of the British Monarchy. Heading south, we stop at Devil’s Elbow for Highland vistas and wildlife spotting. After a break in Perth, known for its ancient history, we return to Edinburgh via the Forth Bridges, concluding our journey.

$227.84
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5/5
3 h

Original Dundee Photoshoot Tour

Visiting the City of Design as a tourist? Studying at one of Dundee's outstanding academic institutions? A couple looking to get memories captured in Dundee at some of its iconic attractions? Or just love having your photo taken and love Dundee? The Original St Andrews Photo Shoot Tour has a sibling on the way. After its successful launch in the home of golf, The Original Photoshoot Tour launches in Dundee this summer. Dundee is changing, and the city is a vibrant place full of iconic attractions including the V&A, Dundee Train Station, Tay Rail Bridge, Tay Road Bridge, Slessor Gardens, Whale Sculpture, City Quay, Caird Hall and The McManus, among many others. With the E-Sports Arena and Eden Project to come in the coming years, the city is going to change beyond all recognition. Matt Hooper provides professional photography at each stop on the tour as well as giving you a little bit of knowledge about our great city.

$89.22
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5/5
144 h

Private 6-Day Christmas Tour in Scotland and Edinburgh

Tour of 6 days + 5 nights + accommodation + full breakfasts included. Airport and hotel transfers included. Hogmanay celbration. Optional dinners. 460 Miles / 740 Km. This great 5-day Tour and Vacation program can be booked throughout the year. Obviously, due to its title and content, the most indicated date is December 27 of each year, however the program can be carried out throughout the year enjoying free time during the Christmas performances. Live with us the magical and famous Christmas in Edinburgh and its HOGMANAY! You will also visit the most famous places in Scotland including Loch Ness! For the whole family, group or making new friends! Regions to visit: Magical Edinburgh - The Caledonian Canal - Loch Ness - Cairngorms National Park - Perthshire - The Highlands - Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park - Lochaber - The Kingdom of Fife and much more!

$2,014.39
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3.8/5
4 h

Dundee Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK

Self-guided Tour & Treasure Hunt Travel Experience - Over 100 destinations & challenges to explore - Kid friendly & great for avoiding crowds - Flexible anytime start - 100% free cancellation up to 24hrs before - Just 1 Ticket for your whole group!! (with our great value device sharing ticket) The smartphone travel tool that helps you discover the great outdoors & connect with the world around you. Utilising seamless GPS technology, it takes you off-the-beaten-track to discover hidden gems & incredible places you may never find alone. As you travel you earn points by visiting destinations, solving clues & completing challenges. The Travel League lets you compete with fellow explorers. Each season win amazing prizes & become the UK’s Greatest Explorer! Whether exploring by car, on foot around town, or hiking across the countryside, our GPS technology guides you every step of the way. Take the stress out of planning trips with this perfect blend of challenge, fun & learning

$20.59
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5/5

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 well worn paths with a rolling tale of the tour including some singing and the possibility of meeting local people. A very comfortable and quiet vehicle with excellent access. Guides are experienced, careful drivers who know their home and love to share it with you.

$892.16
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5/5

Private Tour - Edinburgh to St Andrews, Dunnottar Castle & Dundee

Visit the east coast of Scotland with a kilted Scotsman! Your Tour starts by visiting South Queensferry alongside the river Forth before moving on to the historic town of St Andrews, the home of golf, with Scotlands first university. Dunnottar Castle is simply incredible and your guide will bring it's history to life and capture the moment for you on a professional camera! Enjoy time with your guide to learn about and visit the best of Dundee, Scotlands 4th largest city! We appreciate you may have had a long day before the tour so we have decided to give your group the option of starting anywhere between 8-9am. Once you have booked we will contact you to confirm your pick-up/drop off time and location.

$796.08
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5/5

West of Scotland Cultural Tour

Enjoy a cultural and historic tour of the West of Scotland. Our vehicles offer the very highest degree of luxury and comfort and our drivers are knowledgable, courteous and above all, passionate about our wonderful country. Why not indulge in a glass of some of our finest Whisky, whilst not having to worry about driving. Hear about the history of our Scottish Clans (could you even be related to any of them). As your tour is exclusively for you, why not stay longer at the places you really want to see, and spend your time as you wish to, not having to stick to the strict timelines of tours that cater for larger numbers. We are passionate about Scotland, and we want to pass that on to you, so that you will have a burning desire to re-visit and see more and more of our unique country and outstanding scenery.

$809.81
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5/5

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 with castles). The day is fully guided by your driver/guide and or castle staff. Lunch is in superb local restaurant. This is a private tour for your party & includes pick up/drop off. The route and itinerary can be changed to suit. Please advise us of any changes. Balmoral have extended their opening dates from Oct to Aug. Glamis is open Spring to Winter. Contact us for details. If you would like to visit a distillery instead of a castle, let us know so we can book a tasting tour. Advance booking required for distilleries. Most castles grounds are free to access (except Balmoral & Glamis) but all charge for internal tours. All attractions subject to seasonal opening times. Please contact us for details. Please note at Dunnottar there is a gentle slope from carpark to see it, but to go inside there is a long staircase.

$1,041.77
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5/5
8 h

Crowning Jewels: Scone Palace, Glamis Castle, & St Andrews

Discover Scotland's regal heritage on a captivating day tour from Edinburgh. Visit the historic Scone Palace, the crowning place of Scottish kings, explore the grandeur of Glamis Castle, and immerse yourself in the medieval charm of St Andrews, home to Scotland's oldest university and stunning coastal views. Experience a journey through time, uncovering the rich tapestry of Scotland's royal and cultural history.

$528.44
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5/5

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 a kick, these drams are some of the most well sought after in the whisky industry: 1. Glenkinchie Distillery is a single malt whisky distillery in East Lothian, Scotland. The best distillery tour in the Lowland region and one of the best in the country. 2. The Malt Whisky Society was formed in 1983 by a group of unconventional ‘water of life’ experts. The society exists to present their selected single cask whisky in its purest form. 3. Our final stop for your Edinburgh whisky tour is the newly built Holyrood distillery. Holyrood is all about flavour. Taste your way through our beautiful city, while learning the history and entertaining tales from local experts who know their whisky. Half Day Tour includes one distillery Tour and Tasting and an optional drop off at the Malt Whisky Society for lunch.

$480.40
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5/5

The Big Whisky Tasting Tour - Private Whisky Day Trip

++ The Big Whisky Tasting Tour ++ + Four stops from a choice of eight + +Loads of great whiskies to choose from+ +Bespoke pickup+ Only tasting tour of it's kind leaving from your pickup location. Visit four Scottish distilleries for a whisky tasting in one day. Usually three whiskies at each location. Optional samples can also be taken home. The tour for the whisky lover! We will provide an itinerary, however, let us know if you have any must taste whiskies! Four distillery visits and tasting sessions from the following: Whisky tasting distilleries: Deanston, Tullibardine, Glenturret, Aberfeldy Auchentoshan, Clydeside, Glenkinchie, Holyrood Visit more distilleries, have an expert lead tasting, take photos and have a look round each visitor centre or shop. All tasting sessions are not paid for. Optional to purchase at each distillery. (please note - we may have to substitute distilleries due to Christmas period opening hours or distillery availability 1/11-10/01)

$528.44
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5/5
8 h

Private Scotland Tour: St Andrews, Stirling & 4 Historic Cities

Experience the very best of Scotland on a full-day private tour that takes you far from the crowded buses and into the heart of the country’s most iconic cities. Journey through St Andrews, Dundee, Perth, and Stirling, where history, culture, and modern architecture come together in a seamless adventure. St Andrews, known as the "Home of Golf," invites you to explore its charming streets and the stunning ruins of its historic cathedral, while Dundee dazzles with world-class architecture along its vibrant waterfront at the V&A Dundee. In Stirling, step back in time at the royal castle and immerse yourself in Scotland’s medieval past. Finally, Scone Palace offers a glimpse into the regal history of the nation as the ancient crowning place of Scottish kings. This private tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, photography lovers, or anyone seeking an unforgettable experience of Scotland’s rich heritage and lively cityscapes.

$565.49
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5/5
8 h

Private Highland Whisky, Stirling Castle and Linlithgow Palace Tour - Edinburgh

The only tour from Edinburgh that visits a Scottish Highland whisky distillery, Stirling castle and the birth place of Mary Queen of Scots in one day. Combine Scotland's greatest export with our most infamous castle and the medieval ruins of Mary Queen of Scot's fabulous palace. Stirling Castle & Linlithgow Palace are included and bottled water provided in our vehicles. The Highland distillery tour and tasting is usually the fantastic Deanston distillery or the wonderful Tullibardine distillery. An excellent value tour!

$549.02
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5/5
9 h

In the Footsteps of Sir Walter Scott One Day Tour

“This is my own, my native land.” - Sir Walter Scott, the Lay of the Last Minstrel, 1805. Discover the landscapes that inspired Sir Walter Scott - poet, novelist, and guardian of Scotland’s romantic soul. This one day tour traces his life from city to countryside, weaving together history, heritage, and the beauty of the beloved countryside that inspired his writings. Sir Walter was born in Edinburgh - and if your tour starts in the Capital we will pass by the street of his birth in 1771. His ancestral home was the to the South of the city where he spent a significant time at a young age. The journey continues into the heart of the Scottish Borders, where Sir Walter would build his beloved and magnificent Abbotsford House, near the beautiful town of Melrose. Surrounded by rolling hills, ancient ruins, and the River Tweed, this was the place he called home - and where he penned the stories that shaped Scotland’s national identity.

$967.65
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5/5

HMS Unicorn Admission Ticket

Explore four full decks of a remarkably preserved 1824 warship, where original cabins, gun decks and crew spaces reveal the real lives of sailors. See how over 300 men lived and worked aboard, from sleeping in hammocks to operating heavy guns, bringing the human stories of naval life to life. Unlike most historic ships, HMS Unicorn remains largely unchanged, thanks to its sheltered early history, making it one of the most authentic vessels in the world. Its unique design also captures a turning point in naval history, combining traditional wooden shipbuilding with early industrial innovation.

$12.63
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4.9/5
10 h

Scottish Castles: Glamis and Dunnottar

Enjoy a full-day trip in Spanish from Edinburgh to Glamis and Dunnottar Castle. Admire the amazing family home of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne, the Castle of Glamis and its magnificent gardens and continue your journey to the impressive medieval fortress of Dunnottar whose location will leave you breathless. Spot the RRS Discovery and listen to the story of Captain Scott, the British Royal Navy officer who explored the Antarctic regions for the first time. • A full-day tour in Spanish to Glamis and Dunnottar Castles. • Visit one of the most haunted castle in Scotland, Glamis Castle and listen to the legends of the ghosts that wander in its rooms. • Admire Dunnottar and Castle and its incredible cliffs

$75.49
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4.9/5
1 h

Boat Seafari Adventure

Enjoy a tour on a high powered Speedboat. The Tay Estuary is home to Bottlenose Dolphins, Grey seals, Lighthouses, Oil rigs, Bridges and the new Victoria and Albert Museum on the waterside. The trip is a mixture of thrills and wonder with historical and nature information given on the way. Trips last approximately one hour and are available from age seven up. Those particpating should be reasonably agile to board boat but we frequently have passengers in their 70's and older! Safe, well maintained and comfortable boat. If you cannot find the date you want visit our website as many more dates are available at the same price! Note we can add additonal boats and cater for coaches upon direct request!

$52.16
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4.7/5
2 h

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. 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.

$6.86
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4.7/5
10 h

Scottish Castles Glamis and Dunnottar Italian Tour Guide

Enjoy a full-day trip in Italian from Edinburgh to Glamis and Dunnottar Castle. Admire the amazing family home of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne, the Castle of Glamis and its magnificent gardens and continue your journey to the impressive medieval fortress of Dunnottar whose location will leave you breathless. Spot the RRS Discovery and listen to the story of Captain Scott, the British Royal Navy officer who explored the Antarctic regions for the first time. • A full-day tour in Italian to Glamis and Dunnottar Castles. • Visit one of the most haunted castle in Scotland, Glamis Castle and listen to the legends of the ghosts that wander in its rooms. • Admire Dunnottar and Castle and its incredible cliffs

$75.49
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4.6/5
9 h

Scottish Highland Games Day Trip from Edinburgh

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the color and energy of the unique Scottish Highlands Games on a day trip from Edinburgh. See men in kilts tossing the caber, putting the shot and throwing the hammer, and enjoy a memorable day out in the scenic Highlands. Highland Games Programme for 2026: Sunday 24 May - Blair Atholl Sunday 14 June - Glamis Saturday 4 July - Luss Sunday 2 August - Bridge of Allan Sunday 16 August - Crieff Saturday 5 September - Braemar Saturday 12 September - Pitlochry

$159.22
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