Duration
8
Days
Distance
295
Miles
Start/end - nearest depot
Edinburgh - Edinburgh / Bunk Campers Edinburgh
Edinburgh - Aberdeen
Bunk Campers Depot
Edinburgh- Aberdeen
Distance: 125 miles
Duration: Approx. 2 hr 25 min
Stonehaven
Aberdeen – Stonehaven
Distance: 15.3 miles
Duration: Approx. 24 min
Montrose
Stonehaven – Montrose
Distance: 25.4 miles
Duration: Approx. 37 min
Arbroath
Montrose – Arbroath
Distance: 12.9 miles
Duration: Approx. 22 min
Dundee
Arbroath – Dundee
Distance: 16.5 miles
Duration: Approx. 29 min
St Andrews
Dundee – St Andrews
Distance: 13.6 miles
Duration: Approx. 29 mins
Edinburgh
St Andrews – Edinburgh
Distance: 49 miles
Duration: Approx. 1 hr 15 min
After collecting your chosen Bunk Camper from our Edinburgh depot, drive north towards Aberdeen.
When you reach the beautiful port city, you might want to take some time to explore all the attractions that the city offers such as Old Aberdeen, Marischal College, and Aberdeen Maritime Museum.
Aberdeen Ballroom Beach is located around a 6 minute drive from the city centre of Aberdeen. The beach provides a gorgeous spot for an afternoon stroll. On a bright and clear day, you might just catch a glimpse of dolphins and seals in the sea.
On the way back to your campsite, why not stop off at Hazlehead Park, one of the oldest historic properties, and explore the 180 hectares woodland area.
Your first campsite on the North East 250 route is Silverbank Caravan and Motorhome Club Site.
Spend the first night at Silverbank Caravan Club Site. This rural campsite runs parallel with the River Dee in the Scottish countryside. Near the campsite, you’ll find the popular town Banchory filled with lots of activites for the whole family. Facilites include Wi-Fi, washing machine, laundry facilites, shower, tumble dryer and more.
Aberdeen is known as the ‘Granite City’ for its many enduring grey-stone bulding. It is one of the oldest cities in the UK, and known as one of the UK’s luckiest cities. Aberdeen is also home to more than 40 lottery millionaires!! So, if you ever need a reason to buy a lottery ticket, then that certainly is one. Make sure to grab your lucky lottery ticket when you pass through Aberdeen.
Aberdeen has many hidden gems from the beautiful Johnston Gardens to the quirky book shop of Books & Beans. You can also visit Aberdeen Art Gallery, Slains Castle, or Girdle Ness Ligthouse.
Activites & Things To Do
Day 2 will take you on a scenic drive south towards Stonehaven.
Explore the town’s picturesque harbor and the dramatic Dunnottar Castle upon arrival. This castle is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the historic fortification that holds the secerts of Scotland’s past.
Coastal boat trips are available at Stonehaven. After a fun-filled day on the sea, you will have the opportunity to buy fresh shellfish.
You might want to visit Stonehaven Tolbooth Museum and walk along the scenic coastal path or relax on the sandy beach.
Enjoy spectacular views of birds at RSPB Fowlsheugh reserve. The cliffs at this reserve are packed with 130,000 breeding seabirds in the spring and summer.
Enjoy a peacefuls nights rest at Upper Crawton campsite.
Upper Crawton Park is a picturesque campsite less than a 5 minute drive from Stonehaven located in a peacful countryside spot. Enjoy coastal views and a well-sheltered campsite creating the perfect atmosphere for a peaceful nights rest. Facilites include Wi-Fi, childrens play area, designated dog walk area, grass pitch with electric hook-ups and more.
Stonehaven is a pretty harbour town, famous for its Hogmanay fireballs ceremony. On New Year’s Eve, people in Scotland gather together to swing blazing balls above their heads, during parades, to ward off evil spirits. If you’re visitng on New Year’s Eve you might just want to catch a glimpse at this exciting ceremony.
Stonehaven is filled with plently of beautiful castles to explore including Kildrummy castle and Corse castle.
If you’re travelling between May and late September, you might want to head towards Stonehaven Open Air Pool and enjoy some outsooe swimming. The pool is filled with heated seawater and is surrounded by sheltered sun terraces.
Activites & Things To Do
Head north to Montrose, a picturesque coastal town with beautiful beaches, a bustling harbour, and a rich history.
Spend the day exploring Montrose’s attractions, such as Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre and Montrose Basin Wildlife Centre.
For an afternoon adventure, enjoy a walk along the scenic Montrose Beach.
Learn more about Montrose’s history and art at the Montrose Museum.
Stay at South Links Holiday Park for an evening relaxing.
Stay at South Links Holiday Park and enjoy a friendly, family orientated park surrounded by the stunning Scottish countryside. Facilites include laundry, nearby beach, kids playground, showers and more.
The coastal town of Montrose sits between Dundee and Aberdeen and offers a quaint town centre and white sandy beach. The town is a haven for wildlife, so make sure to keep an eye out for birds and other wildlife.
Also in Montrose you can visit Elephant Rock, Red Castle, Montrose Basin and William Lamb Studio.
Activites & Things To Do
On day 4, drive towards Arbroath, and enjoy an exciting day exploring the historic fishing town known for its delicious Arbroath Smokies.
Discover the extensive ruins of a Tironensian monastery that William the Lion, who is buried at Arbroath Abbey, erected in 1178.
If you are keen to become immersed in Arbroath’s history and coastal charm, why not visit Arbroath Abbey and stroll around the marina.
For an activity, why not head to Arboath Cliff Tours and enjoy an excursion of Arbroath’s magnificent coastline exploring the caves, stunning landscapes and undiscovered beaches.
Spend the night at Lunan Farm Arbroath campsite.
Enjoy a peaceful nights rest in the heart of Scotland’s countryside. LAnan Farm campsite is a small intimate campsite overlooking the sand dunes of Lunan Bay beach. The campsite has electric hook-ups you can plug in your motorhome and enjoy an evening relaxing before hitting the open road again.
Facilites inlcude fresh drinking water, an on site farm shop and more.
Arbroath is a former royal burgh and the largest town in the area of Angus. The traditional seaside town, has a gorgeous harbour and a rich history stretching back as far as 1178.
Also in the area you can visit Arbroath Signal Tower, Barry Water Mill, Monikie Country Park and the Dundee Museum of Transport.
Activites & Things To Do
On day 5, drive towards Dundee, a vibrant city known for its art and design scene.
Spend the day exploring Dundee’s attractions, such as the V&A Dundee design museum and the Dundee Contemporary Arts center.
The V&A (Victoria and Albert) Dundee design museum hosts of world of design. At this museum, you can explore how design can be both controversial and breathtaking. This is the first V&A museum outside of London and the first dedicated design museum in Scotland.
Dundee Contemporary Arts center is a world-class centre for contemporary arts and culture.
You might also want to visit the Mills Observatory, Britain’s first pupose-built public observatory.
Enjoy an evening at Riverview Caravan Park.
Tay view campsite is the perfect location for your stop. With 20 pitches avaialable, we recommend booking early to reserve your spot. Most pitches have direct views over Tay Estuary so get ready to fall asleep, and wake up next to nature.
Dundee is a coastal city in eastern Scotland. The dymanic and compacy city attracts guests from all across the UK and beyond, with it’s historic shops, threatres and pleasent walking routes.
Dundee has many free attractions including McManus art gallery & museum, broughty castle museum and beach and camperdown country park.
For a peaceful afternoon activity, why not head to Woodland walk and enjoy the beautiful 400-acrea area filled with oak, beech and birch trees.
Activites & Things To Do
Drive towards St. Andrews, a historic town renowned for its ancient university and prestigious golf courses.
Head to St Andrews Aquarium, and go head to head with fascinating underwater creatures.
Major attractions include St. Andrews Cathedral, St. Andrews Castle, and the British Golf Museum.
For all your nature needs, take a scenic walk along the West Sands Beach.
Enjoy an evening relaxing and unwinding at Craigntoun Meadows.
This beautiful holiday park is located in a rural, woodland setting. The park includes a large children’s play area and a multi-sports court. The park also includes an 18 hole crazy golf course.
Facilites incude toielts, showers, disabled suite, baby changing facilites and more.
An interesting fact about St Andrews, is that it is known as the Home of Golf. Golf was first created in Scotland back in the 15th century.
Also in the area, you can explore Craigtoun County Park.
You might want to visit the other villages and towns closely located to St Andrews including Anstruther, Pittenweem, St Monans, Leven, Elie and Earlsferry.
Activites & Things To Do
The final day on your North East 250 adventure, and time to head back to the Edinburgh depot. Take a short 50 mile drive back to the depot. Enjoy the drive, and stop off along the way at picturesque coastal viollages like Anstruther and Crail.
Make sure you take all your personal belongings with you at the end of your holiday. Please ensure that you return your Bunk Camper with the same level of fuel as when you collected it. Don’t forget to empty the waste tank before the campervan is returned. If you purchase our ‘Drop and Go’ hassle-free return option, then you will not be expected to empty the waste water tank.
After your motorhome holiday, you will be given a repeat guest discount to travel with us again and explore more of the UK & Ireland.
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Pet Friendly Holiday
Bring your furry friend along for the holiday. You can take up to two pets on your Bunk Campers motorhome, and trust us, they will love it!
What's included with my rental?
For your comfort and convenience, your rental comes with a kitchen kit, unlimited mileage & more.
Responsible Motorhoming
Your holiday is all about freedom and fun but, it’s also important to recongise the importance of responsible motorhoming.
Holiday Checklist
Your holiday is all about freedom and fun but, it’s also important to recongise the importance of responsible motorhoming.
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