Glamis Castle
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Glamis Castle - Angus
Royal Deeside Explorer 2026
Discover Scotland’s charm with visits to Aberdeen and Dundee. Enjoy castles, waterfronts, wildlife cruises, heritage transport, and a couple of wee drams on this nostalgic coastal adventure.
8 days from £1,579
DEPARTS: Tuesday 21 April 2026 & Tuesday 30 June 2026
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:
- 5 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal
- Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager
COVID-19 information
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.
From £1579 per adult
Departure days
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
April — June
Contact details
21 The Smithfield Centre
Leek
Staffordshire
England
ST13 5JW
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Railtrail Tours
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