Glamis Castle

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Angus Scotland

Royal Deeside Explorer 2025

Discover the diversity of Scotland on this fantastic tour in Aberdeen and Dundee. From royal life at stunning castles to iconic waterfronts, from wildlife cruises to heritage transport, this nostalgic tour has something for everyone.

8 days from £1489

DEPARTS

Tuesday 22 April 2025

Tuesday 1 July 2025

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Visit Balmoral, the Scottish home of the Royal Family
  • Sample a wee dram at the Glen Garioch Distillery
  • Discover the ‘Granite City’ of Aberdeen on a guided tour
  • Enjoy dolphin spotting on a harbour cruise
  • Meet Highland cattle on a working farm visit
  • Visit Crathes Castle, a classic Scottish tower house with glorious gardens
  • Enjoy railway nostalgia at the Royal Deeside Railway
  • Visit Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre, Britain’s first military airfield
  • Journey on the Caledonian Railway
  • Stroll around Dundee’s redeveloped waterfront including the V&A Museum of Design
  • Explore Glamis Castle, the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother
  • Indulge in a gin tasting in the picturesque village of Glamis

 

Also included in your Tour Fare:

  • 7 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal plus 1 light refreshment
  • Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager


COVID-19 information

Safe Travels

This business has confirmed that they have implemented, and will ensure ongoing compliance with, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels protocols. The Safe Travels stamp is based on self-assessment and it is not a certification.

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Departure days

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

April — July

Contact details

Railtrail Tours

21 The Smithfield Centre
Leek
Staffordshire
England
ST13 5JW

Tour information

Length

8 Days

Transport

  • Coach
  • Train

Type

  • Medium Group (17-30)

Languages

  • English

Tour Stops

Railtrail Tours

Tour company information

Railtrail Tours

Welcome to Railtrail Tours An independent, family firm with an ethos of honesty and integrity. Our passion for delivering quality escorted holidays by rail at great value fares along with consistently excellent customer service has stood us in good stead for over 44 years. Big on Quality, Small Enough to Care!

Opening times

Office Hours - 09:00 - 17:00 Monday to Friday

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