Cruise
Peterhead is the cruise gateway to the best
of so much for which Scotland is world-renowned. Stepping ashore,
your passengers find themselves on the edge of Scotland's castle
and whisky country, an area for the discerning visitor.
Not surprisingly described as the most rewarding
area of Scotland for castle visiting, here you can choose from
medieval fortresses to mansion houses on the award-winning Castle
Trail. From the Georgian splendour of Haddo House to the fairytale-like
appearance of Castle Fraser, the castles offer a unique and
enjoyable glimpse into local history and most have a resident
ghost to add to the excitement! Formal gardens, such as Pitmedden,
provide an excellent combination with a castle visit.
More than half of Scotland's Single Malt Whiskies
are distilled here. Passengers can discover the mystery of what
happens when pure water, barley, yeast and a little peat smoke
get together in a copper still at Glenfiddich, Strathisla or
Glen Grant, on the Malt Whisky Trail. The distilleries have
excellent visitor centres and can also arrange special tastings
for a hands-on experience.
The coastline of this part of Scotland is unspoilt
and offers extreme variations in scenery within short distances
from coves which conceal little gems such as the village of
Pennan, featured in the film Local Hero starring Burt Lancaster,
to mighty cliffs abounding in bird life.
The City of Aberdeen, 45 minutes away is also
a popular excursion destination. A visit to picturesque Old
Aberdeen with St Machar's Cathedral and King's College can easily
be combined with some shopping on Union Street, the longest
high street in Scotland. Local golf courses include Cruden Bay,
one of the top 100 in the world.
Our aim is to assist you in delivering a memorable
Scottish experience to your passengers. To this aim we provide
cruise vessels with far more than a berth. A Scottish pipe band
will be arranged, the berth will be decorated with flags and
bunting, a shuttle bus is provided to take passengers throughout
the day to the town centre and information packs can be provided
for distribution to passengers prior to arrival at Peterhead.
Peterhead really is the best gateway into North-east
Scotland and its wealth of different tourist experiences.
Suggested Shore Excursions from Peterhead
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