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Old Red Sandstone Full Day GeoTour

By Scotland 'On The Rocks' GeoTours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$285 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Step back 400 million years into Scotland’s deep geological past on this full-day Old Red Sandstone (ORS) GeoTour — a field-focused journey through some of the finest Devonian exposures on the east coast.

You’ll explore multiple ORS environments along the Mearns and Angus coastline, including braided river systems, ephemeral lakes, desert floodplain deposits, and dramatic coastal cliffs shaped by early volcanic activity.

After lunch in Montrose, the tour continues to Boddin Point, where ancient volcanic eruptions and Scotland’s historic lime kiln heritage combine in one of the area’s most compelling geological stops. The day concludes at Auchmithie, home to some of the most spectacular ORS cliffs in Scotland.

Led by Steve Adams, founder of Balgownie Geoscience with over 45 years of academic, field, and industry experience, this tour provides a true 'On The Rocks' experience for geology enthusiasts, students, and curious travellers alike.

Activity location

  • Johnshaven Harbour
    • Dock Street, Shorehead
    • Johnshaven, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Queen's Terrace
    • Queen's Terrace
    • AB10 1XL, Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Old Red Sandstone Full Day GeoTour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30
Price details
S$285.23 x 1 AdultS$285.23
Total
Price is S$285.23
Until Thu, 14 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snacks
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch is for participants account

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Moderately steep cliff walks

Activity itinerary

Johnshaven Harbour

  • 2h
Visit the quaint seaside village of Johnshaven, study its remarkable Old Red Sandstone geology … and maybe try some seafood delights

Boddin Point Lime Kilns

  • 45m
Visit the Boddin Lime Kilns and learn about the geology behind Scotlands historical lime industry

Auchmithie Harbour

  • 1h
Visit the stunning Old Red Sandstone cliffs and sea stacks at this picturesque village famous for its fish-smoking heritage

Location

Activity location

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    Johnshaven Harbour
    • Dock Street, Shorehead
    • Johnshaven, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Queen's Terrace
    • Queen's Terrace
    • AB10 1XL, Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
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    Port of Aberdeen - South Harbour
    • Saint Fitticks Road
    • AB11 8TN, Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

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