Image of the course at Newmachar Golf Club. The club features two beautiful mature courses, designed by the world renowned golf architect, Dave Thomas.

Image of wild swimmers at Aberdeen beach close to Aberdeen city centre.

Image taken at Aberdeenshire Highland Beef, Banchory.

Image taken at Aberdeenshire Highland Beef, Banchory.

Aberdeenshire is... majestic, historic, tranquil, memorable. Your great escape is made in Aberdeenshire video edit.

Image looking towards a green at Aboyne Golf Club

Image of Aboyne Golf Club showing lake and green 

Aboyne Golf Club 16th Tee

Image of Ballater Golf Club in the sunlight

Image of Ballater Golf Club green framed with trees

Image of tee at Ballater Golf Club looking towards the hillside

Image of person walking through the dunes at Balmedie Beach in Aberdeenshire. 

View of turret and flag with blue sky

Young couple resting on grass with castle in background

Castle with blue sky 

View of castle from afar with tree in right foreground

Balmoral Castle from afar from shade of trees

Balmoral from afar across sunny lawn and shade of trees

View of castle with blue sky 

Balmoral from afar with colourful trees in background

Couple sitting on bench looking over at Balmoral Castle

View of castle at a side angle, with tree in right hand side foreground

Close-up of section of castle with grass and flowers in foreground

View of castle from across gardens

View of castle from across gardens with bedding area in right foreground

View of castle from after with foliage in foreground

View of plant display in indoor garden area

Image of Cairn in distance in wood

Close up image of Cairn

Cairn image in wood and dappled sunlight

Close up detail of plaque on Cairn

View of Cairn via clearing in trees

Image of Cairn - placed centrally amongst trees

Cairn at top of wooded hill

Cairn amongst trees

Close up of inscription on Cairn

Cairn image at right hand side surrounded by trees

Image of Cairn through a clearing

Close-up image of Cairn through clearing in the trees

Close up of Cairn overlooking Balmoral scenery in background

Cairn in centre of foreground with blue sky scenery behind

Image of Banchory Golf Club looking towards green. Set in the heart of scenic Royal Deeside, this picturesque 18 hole parkland golf course offers a challenge to even the most accomplished player. The course has strategically placed bunkers and is surrounded by mature trees making it an interesting and exciting course to tee off from. 

Image looking towards green at Banchory Golf Club. Set in the heart of scenic Royal Deeside, this picturesque 18 hole parkland golf course offers a challenge to even the most accomplished player. The course has strategically placed bunkers and is surrounded by mature trees making it an interesting and exciting course to tee off from. 

Image looking towards green at Banchory Golf Club. Set in the heart of scenic Royal Deeside, this picturesque 18 hole parkland golf course offers a challenge to even the most accomplished player. The course has strategically placed bunkers and is surrounded by mature trees making it an interesting and exciting course to tee off from. 

Image taken at Barra Berries, Oldmeldrum.

Image taken at Barra Berries, Oldmeldrum.

Image taken at Barra Berries, Oldmeldrum.

Image of Bennachie in Aberdeenshire. 

Image of Bennachie in Aberdeenshire. 

Image of Bennachie in Aberdeenshire. 

Image of green at Cruden Bay Golf Club. Offering 27 holes the Course offers an internationally famous golfing experience – old fashioned links golf at its best – on one of the best links courses in Scotland.

Image of green at Cruden Bay Golf Club. Offering 27 holes the Course offers an internationally famous golfing experience – old fashioned links golf at its best – on one of the best links courses in Scotland.

Image of green overlooking the bay at Cruden Bay Golf Club. Offering 27 holes the Course offers an internationally famous golfing experience – old fashioned links golf at its best – on one of the best links courses in Scotland. 

Image taken at a food market and walking tour in Ellon, Aberdeenshire.

Image taken at a food market and walking tour in Ellon, Aberdeenshire.

Image taken at a food market and walking tour in Ellon, Aberdeenshire.

Image taken at a food market and walking tour in Ellon, Aberdeenshire.

Image taken at a food market and walking tour in Ellon, Aberdeenshire.

Image take at Forest Farm in Aberdeen.

Image taken at Forest Farm in Aberdeen.

Image taken at Forest Farm in Aberdeen.

Image taken at Forest Farm in Aberdeen.

Image taken at Forest Farm in Aberdeen.

Image taken at Forest Farm in Aberdeen.

Image taken at Forest Farm in Aberdeen.

Image of one of the greens at Fraserburgh Golf Club - a traditional Scottish Links Golf course and the 7th Oldest Club in the World Est. 1777. The feisty championship course, a James Braid (five times Open Championship winner) redesign of the original layout, is one of the most natural links courses you will ever find.

Image of one of the greens at Fraserburgh Golf Club - a traditional Scottish Links Golf course and the 7th Oldest Club in the World Est. 1777. The feisty championship course, a James Braid (five times Open Championship winner) redesign of the original layout, is one of the most natural links courses you will ever find.

Image of one of the greens with wind turbines in the background at Fraserburgh Golf Club - a traditional Scottish Links Golf course and the 7th Oldest Club in the World Est. 1777. The feisty championship course, a James Braid (five times Open Championship winner) redesign of the original layout, is one of the most natural links courses you will ever find.

The North-east's big skies and wide-open spaces promise memorable experiences whether you decide to conquer some of the 30 Munros within the region, or explore the majestic countryside on two wheels.

Keen to challenge yourself with a new activity? Take to the water and try paddleboarding, surfing or kayaking. Welcome to above and beyond, where adventure opportunities are limitless.

Image of Inverallochy golf course - Inverallochy Golf Club was formed in 1888. It's a lovely links course with stunning views of the sea from every hole, although rather short but challenging and enjoyable 18 hole course for all levels of golfers.

Image of Inverallochy Golf Course by the sea. Inverallochy Golf Club was formed in 1888. It's a lovely links course with stunning views of the sea from every hole, although rather short but challenging and enjoyable 18 hole course for all levels of golfers.

Image of the sunset at Inverallochy Golf Course. Inverallochy Golf Club was formed in 1888. It's a lovely links course with stunning views of the sea from every hole, although rather short but challenging and enjoyable 18 hole course for all levels of golfers.

Image of Inverurie Golf Course. The course is 5676 yards, par 69, features an initial gently undulating opening nine holes followed by a more testing and tight finish with broom, gorse and tree-lined mature woodland.

Image of Inverurie Golf Course. The course is 5676 yards, par 69, features an initial gently undulating opening nine holes followed by a more testing and tight finish with broom, gorse and tree-lined mature woodland.

Image of a green at Inverurie Golf Course. The course is 5676 yards, par 69, features an initial gently undulating opening nine holes followed by a more testing and tight finish with broom, gorse and tree-lined mature woodland.

Image of Meldrum House Golf Course. The course, designed by Graeme Webster, is ranked in the top 100 courses by Golf World. Sculpted to perfection in Scotland’s breath-taking scenery it is one of the most beautiful parkland golf courses in the country. 

Image of the pond at Meldrum House Golf Course on a cloudy day. The course, designed by Graeme Webster, is ranked in the top 100 courses by Golf World. Sculpted to perfection in Scotland’s breath-taking scenery it is one of the most beautiful parkland golf courses in the country.

Image of Meldrum House Golf Course. The course, designed by Graeme Webster, is ranked in the top 100 courses by Golf World. Sculpted to perfection in Scotland’s breath-taking scenery it is one of the most beautiful parkland golf courses in the country. 

Image taken at Milton of Crathes, Banchory.

Image taken at Milton of Crathes, Banchory. 

Image taken at Milton of Crathes, Banchory.

Image taken at Milton of Crathes, Banchory.

Image taken at Milton of Crathes, Banchory. 

Image taken at Milton of Crathes, Banchory. 

Image of the course at Murcar Links Golf Club. Originally designed by Archie Simpson and revised by James Braid, it is located on a classic stretch of links land with massive sand dunes, undulating fairways, and is covered in whins and heather with some magnificent views across the North Sea.

Image of the course at Murcar Links Golf Club. Originally designed by Archie Simpson and revised by James Braid, it is located on a classic stretch of links land with massive sand dunes, undulating fairways, and is covered in whins and heather with some magnificent views across the North Sea.

Image of the course at Murcar Links Golf Club. Originally designed by Archie Simpson and revised by James Braid, it is located on a classic stretch of links land with massive sand dunes, undulating fairways, and is covered in whins and heather with some magnificent views across the North Sea.

Image of the course at Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club. The club was founded in 1888, and is a challenging par 72 Championship links course that demands accurate golf from tee to green. The clubhouse was opened in 2001 by the 1999 Open Champion Paul Lawrie.

Image of the course at Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club. The club was founded in 1888, and is a challenging par 72 Championship links course that demands accurate golf from tee to green. The clubhouse was opened in 2001 by the 1999 Open Champion Paul Lawrie.

Image of the course at Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club. The club was founded in 1888, and is a challenging par 72 Championship links course that demands accurate golf from tee to green. The clubhouse was opened in 2001 by the 1999 Open Champion Paul Lawrie.

Image of the course at Newmachar Golf Club. The club features two beautiful mature courses, designed by the world renowned golf architect, Dave Thomas.

Welcome to our sparkling city by the sea. Ours is a small city with a big personality. From its position on Scotland’s upper east side, Aberdeen has been influencing the world for centuries.

Image of paddleboarders in Stonehaven with Stonehaven Paddleboarding. A visitor attraction in its own right, Stonehaven is located south of the city along the Aberdeenshire coastline.

Image of paddleboarders in Stonehaven with Stonehaven Paddleboarding. A visitor attraction in its own right, Stonehaven is located south of the city along the Aberdeenshire coastline.

Image of the course at Peterculter Golf Club. Peterculter Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course that is spread over several terraces and follows the natural contours of the River Dee river bank offering a fair test to all golfers.

Image of the course at Peterculter Golf Club. Peterculter Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course that is spread over several terraces and follows the natural contours of the River Dee river bank offering a fair test to all golfers.

Image of the course at Peterculter Golf Club. Peterculter Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course that is spread over several terraces and follows the natural contours of the River Dee river bank offering a fair test to all golfers.

Image of the course at Peterhead Golf Club. Set among the dunes and across the Craigewan links the course is a classic example of Scottish seaside golf at it’s best – and the toughest!

Image of the course at Peterhead Golf Club. Set among the dunes and across the Craigewan links the course is a classic example of Scottish seaside golf at it’s best – and the toughest!

Image of the course at Peterhead Golf Club. Set among the dunes and across the Craigewan links the course is a classic example of Scottish seaside golf at it’s best – and the toughest!

Image of the course at Portlethen Golf Course. Maturing into one of the more popular parkland courses in the North-east of Scotland having been blessed with natural features, the principal being the Findon burn which, lined with mature broadleaf trees, crosses five of the holes on the first nine influencing either tee or approach shots.

Image of the course at Portlethen Golf Course. Maturing into one of the more popular parkland courses in the North-east of Scotland having been blessed with natural features, the principal being the Findon burn which, lined with mature broadleaf trees, crosses five of the holes on the first nine influencing either tee or approach shots.

Image of the course at Portlethen Golf Course. Maturing into one of the more popular parkland courses in the North-east of Scotland having been blessed with natural features, the principal being the Findon burn which, lined with mature broadleaf trees, crosses five of the holes on the first nine influencing either tee or approach shots.

Download this Aberdeenshire adventure travel poster to place in receptions, hotel rooms or noticeboards to inspire visitors to learn more about Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.

Image of the course at Stonehaven Golf Club. Stonehaven Golf Club provides a warm welcome to golfing and non-golfing visitors alike. The uninterrupted panoramic views of the coastline have attracted golfers and sightseers since the club's formation over 125 years ago.

Macdui Bike Adventures 
Mike Wilkes, Owner

Mike is a curator, guide and coach – designing distinctive guided rides in the Cairngorms and hosting small groups of riders. He creates, produces, edits and plans media productions and commercial trips.

He has over 15 years of experience in events and project management in the oil and gas industry, delivering logistically complex events, sometimes internationally, with small teams.

Company information:-

Macdui Bike Adventures wants to introduce more people to the landscape and history of the
north east of Scotland. Our guides are qualified, through British Cycling, to lead and coach  groups on the mountains, natural trails and trail centres. 

Your guide will plan a bespoke itinerary from your door. You'll explore the landscape, history and wildlife of the eastern highlands and lowland estates.

The pace is family friendly, or tailored to your group.

Image of the course at Trump International, Scotland. Set amidst The Great Dunes of Scotland, Trump International embraces mile after mile of spectacular Aberdeenshire coastline and guarantees the golf experience of a lifetime. Against a dramatic North Sea backdrop, the award-winning championship course offers breath taking scenery and an unparalleled test of golf.

Image of the course at Trump International, Scotland. Set amidst The Great Dunes of Scotland, Trump International embraces mile after mile of spectacular Aberdeenshire coastline and guarantees the golf experience of a lifetime. Against a dramatic North Sea backdrop, the award-winning championship course offers breath-taking scenery and an unparalleled test of golf.

Image of the course at Trump International, Scotland. Set amidst The Great Dunes of Scotland, Trump International embraces mile after mile of spectacular Aberdeenshire coastline and guarantees the golf experience of a lifetime. Against a dramatic North Sea backdrop, the award-winning championship course offers breath-taking scenery and an unparalleled test of golf.