Tour por los pueblos costeros de Aberdeenshire

On this tour of the coastal towns of Aberdeenshire, we'll travel along the cliffs of northeast Scotland, visiting its fishing villages.

Aberdeenshire Coastal Towns Tour

At the designated time, we'll gather in front of the statue of William Wallace to explore the villages in the region.

Our first destinations are the villages of Gardenstown and Crovie, located on the red sandstone cliffs of the area. As we drive through these towns, we'll enjoy views of the Scottish countryside and learn about their history.

Continuing our route, we'll visit Pennan, an 18th-century fishing village known as the setting for the film Local Hero. Nearby, the scenic New Aberdour beach features caves that served as smuggling hideouts, revealing stories of Aberdeenshire's coastal history.

Next, we'll stop in Fraserburgh, which is notable for being home to one of Scotland's earliest lighthouses and a former castle. We will explore its architecture and the bustling seafood port, the largest in the region.

Our journey will take us to Cruden Bay, where we'll explore the ruins of New Slains Castle, dating back to the 16th century.

To conclude, we'll visit the port of Collieston, where we'll share the legend of the smuggler Phillip Kennedy. After an eight-hour tour of Aberdeenshire's coastal villages, we'll return to our starting point in Aberdeen.