• Gardenstown - Discover the North Aberdeenshire Coast
  Embark on a journey through the picturesque Aberdeenshire countryside to the coastal villages of Gardenstown and Crovie. Nestled into the red sandstone cliffs, these villages exude a unique and secluded charm. From the delightful harbour and beach, enjoy views over the Moray Firth, where you might spot dolphins and other wildlife in the bay.

Gardenstown recently marked its 300th naming anniversary and boasts a harbour with a fleet of small fishing boats. On the quayside, observe fishermen preparing their lobster pots for the next catch, and visit the Salmon House, home to the Heritage Centre. A walk along the coastal path to Crovie, dating back to the 18th century, is recommended if the tide permits. Crovie, the smallest and most remote of Buchan’s cliff-foot fishing villages, consists of a single row of houses, mostly gable-end to the sea.

• Pennan - A Heroic Setting
  Pennan was established as a fishing village in the 18th century. The residents relied on the sea, with most families owning small boats, and often multiple generations lived in the village. With its pebble stone beach and charming houses with colorful windows, the village offers a serene atmosphere that invites you to linger and listen to the waves.

Pennan gained fame in the 1980s as a primary location for the film Local Hero, representing the fictional village of Ferness. Film enthusiasts from around the globe visit to make a call in the iconic red telephone box featured in the movie.

• Fraserburgh - A Bustling Harbour Town
  The name Fraserburgh means ‘burgh of Fraser,’ named after the Fraser Family who acquired the lands of Philorth in 1504 and constructed the family castle at Kinnaird Head. The castle was later converted into one of the first lighthouses in the northeast in 1787.

Fraserburgh remains a vibrant harbour town, offering the chance to stroll around the headland and view the lighthouse, wine tower, and foghorn while passing the bustling harbour. There is an opportunity to enjoy lunch and refreshments before proceeding to the next destination.

• Bullers of Buchan - Embrace the Wild
  The Bullers of Buchan refers to both a collapsed sea cave and the nearby hamlet. The collapsed sea cave forms an almost circular hole, approximately 30 metres deep, where the sea rushes in through a natural archway.

The cliffs surrounding the Bullers provide nesting sites in spring for colonies of seabirds, including kittiwakes, puffins, fulmars, shags, razorbills, and guillemots, along with herring gulls and great black-backed gulls.

• Collieston Beach - Smugglers and Scenic Coastline
  Collieston offers the first safe harbour in over fifteen miles of beaches and dunes stretching north from Aberdeen. Fishing for herring, haddock, whiting, and cod thrived in the 17th century, and the village became renowned for ‘Collieston Speldings,’ salted and sun-dried haddock and whiting, a popular delicacy.

The numerous sea caves and small coves with shingle beaches provided ideal terrain for smugglers. Discover the tales of notorious smuggler Phillip Kennedy and his daring escapades while evading the exciseman.

With views of Aberdeen in the distance, a small bay, and a sea arch, this is a perfect stop to conclude a day exploring coastal villages.

• Newburgh - Newburgh Seal Beach
  Newburgh Seal Beach is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. Located at the mouth of the River Ythan, it hosts a thriving colony of around 400 seals often seen lounging on the sandbanks. The surrounding dunes and estuary also attract a variety of birdlife, including one of Europe’s largest populations of eider ducks, making it an ideal spot for wildlife observation.

• On-board WiFi

• Lunch

Explore the breathtaking Northeast Coast of Aberdeenshire, a place sure to capture your heart. This tour will take you to some of the area’s most striking coastlines.

Enjoy leisurely strolls through picturesque fishing villages like Gardenstown and Crovie, where you can delve into the rich maritime history, both past and present. Listen to tales of influential figures and ‘Local Heroes’ who once called this beautiful countryside their home.

From bustling harbors to deserted castles and towering cliffs where seabird colonies nest, this tour offers a deep dive into the heritage of the northeast and its enduring connection to the sea.

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