Travel Trade Product Guide

We're proud to present VisitAberdeenshire’s travel trade product guide, dedicated to highlight the brightest and best of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire for you and your clients.

The guide provides detailed information on bookable product for the region, including food and drink experiences, castles and gardens, cultural attractions and outdoor adventure. We have dedicated pages for accommodation listings, transportation, and guiding services which you can view using the] links below.

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NTS - Craigievar Castle

Castle, Garden and Estate

Beautiful pink baronial castle built in the 16th century is in the heart of rural Aberdeenshire.

Highlights

  • Craigievar is said to be the inspiration for Walt Disney's Cinderella Castle

  • No artificial light beyond the first floor makes for an authentic experience

  • Interior hosts a quirky blend of rare antiques and cosy interiors

Key Info

Locations
Rural Aberdeenshire Area, Cairngorms Area, Aberdeenshire

Glendronach Distillery

Whisky Distillery

Glendronach Distillery stands in the glen of the Dronach Burn, amid the fertile rolling countryside of Aberdeenshire. It located about five miles south of Aberchirder and six miles north-east of Huntly. A range of tours are available, suitable for small group and FIT clients.

Highlights

  • A range of tours and tasting experiences to meet different duration and budget needs.

  • Exclusive, bespoke experiences available.

  • An authentic working distillery dating back almost 200 years to 1826

Key Info

Locations
Rural Aberdeenshire Area, Aberdeenshire

Aberdeen Countryside Rangers

Guided Countryside Walks

Give your clients an exhilarating outdoor Aberdeen experience and a breath of fresh air just a stone’s throw from the harbour.

Highlights

  • Educational tours with official Countryside rangers

  • Experience some of the top spots for locals

  • Excursions can begin close to the new South Harbour

  • Unique wildlife exploration, bugs, bats and birds

Key Info

Locations
Aberdeen Area, Aberdeen Airport Area, Coastal Area

Lochside Clydesdales

Clydesdale Horse and Farm Experience

An opportunity for your clients to get up close with this iconic Scottish breed, the Clydesdale horse.

Highlights

  • Meet the world's second largest horse breed, the Clydesdale horse

  • Discover the day in the life of a working Clydesdale from their passionate owner, Beth

  • Fantastic photo opportunities whether your clients take a carriage ride or get up close to brush the horses

Key Info

Locations
Royal Deeside Area, Aberdeenshire

Glen Tanar Estate

Scottish Highland Estate

Glen Tanar Estate is set in the spectacular Cairngorms National Park and provides the perfect base for exploring the outdoors. An exclusive tour of the estate's grounds and Ballroom offers your clients a glimpse into Highland culture and tradition.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the magnificent Victorian Ballroom built in 1869

  • Tours led by knowledgeable and passionate guides who work on the estate

  • Discover Royal connections, the role and lifestyle of a Highland Ghillie and the unique habitat at Glen Tanar

Key Info

Locations
Royal Deeside Area, Cairngorms Area, Aberdeenshire

Wild Braemar

Guided outdoor experiences

Wild Braemar provides bespoke, guided outdoor experiences in the unique surroundings of the Cairngorms National Park. Explore, discover and connect with the natural Scottish landscape through guided walks, wild swimming, and mindful experiences.

Highlights

  • Guided experiences in Aberdeenshire's natural spaces

  • Invigorating wild swimming

  • Unique outdoor adventures

Key Info

Locations
Cairngorms Area, Royal Deeside Area, Aberdeenshire

Hillgoers

Guided walks

Hillgoers is a family-owned outdoor experience provider, specialising in all level guided walks throughout Scotland with help from our excellent team of highly qualified guides. We welcome individuals or groups and experiences can last from 4 hours to multi-day, from mountains to sea.

Highlights

  • Guided walk with VIP access to Balmoral Castle

  • Discover the story of the historic Royal Cairns

  • Explore a beautiful Caledonian Pin Forest

  • Award-winning family run business

Key Info

Locations
Royal Deeside Area, Cairngorms Area, Aberdeenshire

Garioch Heritage Centre

Museum

Garioch Heritage Centre is a 4* VisitScotland visitor attraction located approximately 30 minutes from Aberdeen. Your clients can explore the architecturally acclaimed converted industrial building and discover how people lived and worked here in the heart of Aberdeenshire.

Highlights

  • Museum exhibition set in converted B-listed industrial building.

  • Unique early 19th century Aberdeenshire Canal ice breaker.

  • Extensive costume collection featuring one of Queen Victoria's mourning dress.

Key Info

Locations
Rural Aberdeenshire Area, Aberdeenshire

Farm Stop

Farm Tour Experience

Christina Polson, a 6th generation farmer, offers an informative and interactive farm tour for all ages and abilities. Farm Stop is a pristine clean, purpose-built, all-weather facility with show winning animals and, combined with Christina’s enthusiasm, will provide your clients with a quality Scottish farm experience.

Highlights

  • Meet a wide variety of farm animals.

  • Purpose-built all-weather facility

  • Great for all ages

  • Close to Aberdeen

Key Info

Locations
Coastal Area, Aberdeenshire

Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish

Luxury Whisky and Food Experience

Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish is a food and drink experience provider offering a range of experiences to allow your clients to experience a true taste of North-East Scotland.

Highlights

  • 2 AA Rosettes

  • Kevin has appeared on television cooking shows including MasterChef, the professionals and Great British Menu.

  • Scottish Thistle Award winner 2023 for best eating experience.

Key Info

Locations
Aberdeen Area
Specialisms
Whisky, Food and drink

HES - Tolquhon Castle

Tolquhon Castle

Historic Environment Scotland is the lead public body set up to investigate, care for and promote Scotland’s historic environment. They offer a diverse portfolio of visitor attractions to allow your clients to immerse themselves in Scotland’s past. Suitable for groups and FITs.

Highlights

  • A castle ruin which dates back to the 1400s, this was a noble residence for 300 years.

Key Info

Locations
Rural Aberdeenshire Area, Aberdeenshire

HES - Corgarff Castle

Corgarff Castle

Historic Environment Scotland is the lead public body set up to investigate, care for and promote Scotland’s historic environment. They offer a diverse portfolio of visitor attractions to allow your clients to immerse themselves in Scotland’s past. Suitable for groups and FITs.

Highlights

  • A medieval tower house and a former army base for hunting down Jacobite sympathiser.

Key Info

Locations
Cairngorms Area, Aberdeenshire