---
title: Scottish Castles: Glamis and Dunnottar
lang: en
type: tour
city: Edinburgh
country: United Kingdom
price: 65
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.9
reviews: 49
duration_minutes: 600
languages: [es]
free_cancellation: true
schedule_checked: 2026-10-01
data_updated: 2026-10-01
canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/scottish-castles-glamis-and-dunnottar/
---

# Scottish Castles: Glamis and Dunnottar

**Guidekin's take:** Glamis and Dunnottar Castle anchor this day trip from Edinburgh, with Glamis gardens and a chance to spot the RRS Discovery along the way. Transport and a driver-guide are included; attraction tickets and meals cost extra. 4.9 from 49 reviews at €65 per person for 10h.

## Overview

Enjoy a full-day trip in Spanish from Edinburgh to Glamis and Dunnottar Castle. Admire the amazing family home of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne, the Castle of Glamis and its magnificent gardens and continue your journey to the impressive medieval fortress of Dunnottar whose location will leave you breathless. Spot the RRS Discovery and listen to the story of Captain Scott, the British Royal Navy officer who explored the Antarctic regions for the first time. 
 • A full-day tour in Spanish to Glamis and Dunnottar Castles.
 • Visit one of the most haunted castle in Scotland, Glamis Castle and listen to the legends of the ghosts that wander in its rooms.
 • Admire Dunnottar and Castle and its incredible cliffs

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Meeting point
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Starts 08:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: Food and drinks, Foods. Stops scheduled…
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €62: ages 5 to 14

## Key facts

- Price: from €65 per person
- Duration: 10h
- Rating: 4.9/5 from 49 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Recommended by 98% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews)
- Operator: ViajarPorEscocia.com

## What's included

- Service of driver and professional guide in Spanish of Viajarporescocia.com
- Transportation in vehicles of 8, 16,19, 33, 39, 53 or 55 seats

## Not included

- Entry or admission fee
- Food and drinks
- Foods. Stops scheduled for lunch are located in locations that offer a variety of restaurants and supermarkets.
- Tickets to monuments or attractions that are visited. You will enjoy a discount at most attractions. We offer alternatives in case you do not want to visit the optional attractions.

## Itinerary

1. **ViajarPorEscocia.com** (1m) - Meeting point: 190 High Street (Royal Mile)
2. **Dundee** (30m) - Our first stop is in Dundee, Scottish' capital of design and new technology. From there, we will also be able to spot the RRS Discovery, the ship that carried Captain Robert Falcon Scott on his historic first expedition to Antarctica.
3. **Dunnottar Castle** (1h 30m) - It is ruined fortress located upon a rocky headland that had a key role during the Scottish Wars of Independence. It is best known as the place where the Honours of Scotland, the Scottish crown jewels, were hidden from Oliver Cromwell's invading army in the 17th century. Due...
4. **Stonehaven** (1h) - Time to enjoy lunch in this fishing village.
5. **Glamis Castle** (2h) - Our guide will take you around Glamis Castle, home of the Lyon family since the 14th century. It was the childhood home of Queen Mother and Princess Margaret, respectively mother and sister of Queen Elizabeth II.

## Schedule

- Runs: Tue, Sun
- Departures: 08:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Meeting point
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EiIxOTAgSGlnaCBTdCwgRWRpbmJ1cmdoIEVIMSAxUEUsIFVLIjESLwoUChIJ61DtZoXHh0gRt2GCLan8duEQvgEqFAoSCQWZGXmFx4dIEYs9izj0JUNw

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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