Aberdeen Tall Ships, Balmoral & The NE250 Explorer
Aberdeen Tall Ships, Balmoral & The NE250 Explorer
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Aberdeen Tall Ships, Balmoral & The NE250 Explorer
5 Days Starting and ending in Scotland
Visiting: Balmoral, Aberdeen, Fraserburgh, Macduff, Banff
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Tour code:
10233
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey with the "Aberdeen Tall Ships, Balmoral & The NE250 Explorer" tour. Enjoy a comfortable stay at the Waterside Hotel in Peterhead, nestled in scenic gardens by the River Ugie. This 4-night adventure includes return coach travel and daily meals. Experience the grandeur of Balmoral Castle, a royal retreat in the Scottish Highlands, and witness the majestic Tall Ships Race in Aberdeen, a spectacle returning to the city after decades. Travel the picturesque NE250 route, exploring charming coastal towns like Macduff and Banff, each rich in history and natural beauty. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and breathtaking landscapes, ensuring a memorable Scottish escape.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
From a morning pickup in your local area we travel by coach to our hotel. Later we check into our hotel, where we enjoy dinner and our first night.
Day 2 : Balmoral
Location: Balmoral
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we travel to Balmoral, a private residence of the Royal Family, nestled in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. The castle's history is rich with tradition and its grounds boast beautiful gardens and expansive landscapes, offering a serene retreat away from the public eye. A visit to Balmoral Castle is a chance to experience the opulence and tranquillity that has appealed to British royalty for generations, particularly for their summer holidays. Afterwards, we return to our hotel to enjoy an evening meal.
Day 3 : Aberdeen Tall Ships
Location: Aberdeen
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we travel via the iconic NE250 route to Aberdeen for the highlight of our break, the Tall Ships event. Watch in awe as these impressive ships descend on the Granite City, back in Aberdeen for the first time since 1997. Look out for iconic vessels and enjoy the entertainment on offer as Aberdeen celebrates this inspirational international event. Afterwards, we return to our hotel to enjoy an evening meal.
Day 4 : Fraserburgh, Macduff & Banff
Location: Aberdeen, Fraserburgh, Macduff, Banff
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we take a scenic journey on the East Coast route, known as the NE250 route, heading north from Aberdeen. The route takes us up the East Coast to Fraserburgh, stopping at two coastal towns along the way. Macduff is a picturesque fishing town, nestled on the Moray Firth coast and offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty. From the bustling harbour, where boats bring in the fresh catch of the day, to the tranquil streets lined with quaint cottages, Macduff is full of charm and character. Across a pretty seven-arch bridge is our next stop, Banff, home to the former royal Banff Castle. The historic town is known for its fishing trade but was also once a trade centre for weavers, soap makers and silver makers. Notable points of interest are the Banff Museum on the high street where you can learn about the notorious Scottish outlaw James MacPherson and how he met his demise.
Day 5 : Return Home
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we check out and board the coach for the journey home.
What's Included
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Return Coach Travel
The tour includes return coach travel from your local area to the hotel and back.
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Excursion to Aberdeen
The tour includes an excursion to Aberdeen to see the Tall Ships Race.
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East Coast Route NE250 Road Trip
The tour includes a scenic journey on the East Coast route, known as the NE250 route, visiting Fraserburgh, Macduff, and Banff.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Any personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, or drinks are not included in the tour.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately by the traveler.
Accommodation
The Waterside Hotel in Peterhead, Scotland, offers a serene stay with landscaped gardens by the River Ugie. Enjoy en-suite rooms with TVs, an indoor heated pool, sauna, steam room, gym, restaurant, and bar. Meals are buffet style, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing experience.Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with return coach travel included. The journey begins with a morning pickup from your local area, taking you to the hotel and various excursions, including the iconic NE250 route to Aberdeen and scenic journeys along the East Coast route.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes accommodation at the Waterside Hotel in Peterhead, Scotland. The hotel is set in landscaped gardens on the banks of the River Ugie and offers amenities such as an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gym, restaurant, bar, and en-suite rooms with a TV. All meals are buffet style.
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What can I expect to see at Balmoral Castle?
At Balmoral Castle, you can expect to experience the opulence and tranquillity that has appealed to British royalty for generations. The castle is a private residence of the Royal Family, located in the Scottish Highlands, and features beautiful gardens and expansive landscapes.
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What is the highlight of the Aberdeen visit during the tour?
The highlight of the Aberdeen visit is the Tall Ships event, where you can watch impressive ships descend on the Granite City. This event is a significant international celebration, and it is the first time the Tall Ships have returned to Aberdeen since 1997.
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What are some points of interest in Banff?
In Banff, you can visit the former royal Banff Castle and the Banff Museum on the high street, where you can learn about the notorious Scottish outlaw James MacPherson. The town is known for its fishing trade and historical significance as a trade center for weavers, soap makers, and silver makers.
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What is the NE250 route mentioned in the tour?
The NE250 route is a scenic journey on the East Coast of Scotland, heading north from Aberdeen. It includes stops at coastal towns such as Fraserburgh, Macduff, and Banff, offering a blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty.
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