Scotland: The Tall Ships Race in Aberdeen19th Jul 2025
From:£895
Summary
The Tall Ships Race is a great sporting event which offers youngsters a fantastic opportunity to challenge themselves and learn new skills, but for those of on dry land it also offers a wonderful spectacle. Whether it’s having a good look at the ships while in harbour or watching as they leave harbour and hundreds of square yards of snowy white sails are unfurled, it is a truly uplifting sight.
Our tour is timed to coincide with the arrival of the Tall Ships in Aberdeen and the first of our opportunities to view the ships at close quarters. A visit to the fascinating Maritime Museum adjacent to the harbour where the ships will be berthed is followed by another chance to move from ship to ship and enjoy the various activities associated with the event.
We then take the opportunity to explore the surrounding countryside, characterised by rich farmland and rolling hills, with visits to Castle Fraser, the most elaborate Z-plan castle in Scotland, and the late Queen’s summer residence Balmoral Castle, now most poignantly associated with the last days of Her Majesty’s life and reign.
What to Expect
- See the Tall Ships both in harbour and at sea
- Discover Aberdeen’s rich seafaring history at the Maritime Museum
- Tour the scenic Aberdeenshire countryside
- 170 years of Royal history at Balmoral
Departure Routes
| Location | Pickup Time | Dropoff Time |
|---|---|---|
| To be advised | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| Glasgow, Bus stop on North Hanover Street, opposite Queen Street Station | 08:30 | 18:30 |
| Edinburgh, Outside reception of the Delta by Marriott Hotel, Glasgow Road | 09:45 | 17:15 |
| Dunfermline, Halbeath Park & Ride, Junction 3, M90 | 10:15 | 16:45 |
| Kinross, Moto Services, M90 | 10:30 | 16:30 |
| Perth, Broxden Park & Ride, A93 | 11:30 | 16:00 |
| Dundee, Outside Discovery Point, Riverside Drive | 12:00 | 15:30 |
| Aberdeen, Bus stop outside Northlink Ferry Terminal, Regent Road | 14:30 | 13:00 |
** Please note that all timings are approximate and subject to change. Final timings and pick-up points will be confirmed with your joining instructions approximately 10 days prior to departure. **
Day by Day Itinerary
We depart by coach from our local pick-up points and head directly for Aberdeen, where today the Tall Ships fleet will begin arriving, following the first leg of the race in Dunkerque. On arrival at Aberdeen Harbour we will have our first chance to view the ships, which are open to the public and perhaps chat with members of the crews.
Following our visit we continue to our hotel accommodation, where dinner will be served in the evening.
Meals includedDinner
