Allow me to introduce myself. My name is John Robertson and I am a proud native of the granite city of Aberdeen. I have spent over 20 years living and working in both the Middle East and Far East and latterly in the United States. I returned to Scotland in 2018 to follow my passion for Scottish history and a life in Scotland.
Let me take you on a breath-taking journey from the majestic Cairngorm mountains to the spectacular Aberdeenshire coast. The Northeast is a dramatic and spectacular region of Scotland with the King’s residence at Balmoral and Royal Deeside at its heart.
I offer friendly and informative guided tours throughout the Aberdeenshire region. Each tour is tailored to suit your plans and interests.
I typically cater for tour groups of 2 – 8 people, allowing me to provide a bespoke tour experience and personalised service with an informal feel. This allows me to keep a degree of flexibility to your trip. The tours will focus on Royal Deeside and the Northeast of Scotland, but trips further afield would be considered, eg Stirling Castle, Loch Ness, Inverness and Fort George
The tours are friendly and informal and designed to help you immerse yourself into the unique sights, sounds and history of Scotland. I can arrange to pick you up and drop you off from your hotel or cruise ship as required. From the magnificent mountains in the Cairngorms to the stunning rugged North Sea coast, Aberdeenshire offers a diverse and varied landscape, a perfect place to explore.
Example of tours may include:
Tour 1:
Crathes Castle, Burn o Vat walk, lunch and a visit to Drum Castle
Tour 2:
Stonehaven harbour, Dunnottar castle, followed by lunch and a visit to Craigievar Castle
Tour 3:
Speyside visit including GlenAllachie, Glenfiddich and Glenfarclas Distilleries including lunch with perhaps a stop at Fyvie Castle on the return journey
Tour 4:
Aberdeen Art gallery, Provost Ross House, lunch followed by a visit to the Gordon Highlander Museum and Fittie village
Note: These are examples only and I would create tours for you based on your interests and time available.
Prices vary depending on the amount of people in each party, the duration of each tour and the destinations.
Entrance fees – For all tours, entrance fees are extra. Some venues and attractions require advance booking, so these admission fees are payable in advance.
Please send an email with details of your proposed journey and dates to hello@historicdeesidejourneys.co.uk
A non-refundable deposit of £50 per person is required to your booking which will be deducted from the cost of the tour.
I can provide a comprehensive list of suitable accommodation in the area, as well as recommended restaurants in Aberdeen, Deeside and further afield.
Lunches and refreshments are not included in the tour price.
Health & Safety
Please provide details of any disability of any member of the party in advance to allow the tour to be suitably adapted.
Contact Historic Deeside Journeys
Tel: +44 7585 702 229
Email: hello@historicdeesidejourneys.co.uk
Address: Mannofield, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB10 7PS
