North East Coast Tour One-day tour
Our partner: Grampian Escapes and Tours Ltd
Description
This tour combines the beauty of Duff House with the stunning coastline of the North Coast and the romance of lighthouses. Not just any lighthouse, but Scotland's first!
What´s Included
WiFi on board
What to bring
Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing appropriate for the season in Scotland.
Bring binoculars if you have them to spot the wildlife
Additional information
- Much of this tour is outside, please wear or bring appropriate clothing for the day
- There is a fair amount of walking, we encourage guests to wear good footwear
- There is walking on uneven surfaces and paths
- Tours are limited to a maximum of 7 guests
Itinerary
Excursion
Museum of Scottish Lighthouses
Museum of Scottish Lighthouses
Our first visit on this tour is the Scottish Lighthouses Museum and tour Kinnaird lighthouse. This is not just any lighthouse, but Scotland’s first. In 1787, Kinnaird Head Lighthouse started off life as a giant lamp positioned on the roof of the castle. When structural problems began to appear, Robert Stevenson engineered a foundation, walls and a spiral staircase through the heart of the castle, completing construction in 1824. He even preserved the original castle structure – this has to be seen to be believed! Tickets for the tour of the light house must be booked in advance to comply with current COVID Regulations. Details will be sent via email.
Excursion
Coastal Drive taking in Pennan & Banff Coast
Coastal Drive taking in Pennan & Banff Coast
We take part of the North Coast 500 route between Banff and Fraserburgh to enjoy the coastline and admire the determination of some villagers to live in some of the remote coastal towns.
Excursion
Duff House and Banff
Duff House and Banff
On this tour we visit the beautiful Duff House in the coastal town of Banff. A magnificent early Georgian mansion, designed by William Adam for the Earl of Fife. It is considered to be an Adam masterpiece and is one of the most important buildings in the North. Construction began on the 11th June 1735 and the building was finished five years later, although it took over 100 years to complete the interior. You will have time to explore the building and enjoy lunch in the tearooms located in the old kitchens. Tickets to Duff house must be purchased in advance and details will be sent via the email.