Private Deeside Walking Tour to Kings Secret Retreat & Castle/Distillery Visit
Overview
Deep in the stunning Ballochbuie Forest (part of the Kings’ Balmoral Estate) lies the “Honka House”. This log cabin was a gift from Finland for the Queens silver wedding anniversary and has been a favourite picnic spot for the Royal's ever since.
Near the retreat are the stunning Falls of Garbh Allt, over which Queen Victoria had a beautiful iron bridge installed in 1878 and it is still in use today.
The tour will be set at your own pace and there will opportunities to stop and admire the views.
Our tour also takes us over the famous Invercauld Bridge, which dates back to the 18thC.
After the walk the can visit Balmoral Castle or the Royal Lochnagar Distillery, depending on seasonal open times. Please contact up re dates.
Most castle grounds are free to visit (except Balmoral), but charge for tours inside the actual castle. Contact us for details.
Please note the walk is an approx 5 miles long on well maintained and mostly gentle paths and a degree of fitness is required.
What's Included
- Pick up
- Guide
- Lunch Lunch not included in cost. No drinks or snacks are included in the cost.
- Distilleries charge for their tours but have free access to their shops. Prices start at £17.50pp.
- All castles have free to access to their grounds except Balmoral Castle. Prices start a £21pp.
- Please bring your own suitable walking shoes and clothing to match the weather.
- Pick up surcharges - Hotels more that 10mls from Aberdeen city-£20. 40-60mls-£40.
- Royal Lochnagar Distillery
- Balmoral Castle
Meeting and Pickup
We pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in the Aberdeen area, train station or cruise liner. We are happy to pick you up anywhere, but for Hotels outside Aberdeen, a pick up surcharge applies as per below, in exclusions.
What To Expect
Aberdeen
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Invercauld Suspension Bridge
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ballochbuie Forest
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Balmoral Castle
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Royal Lochnagar Distillery
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Crathes Castle
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Total duration includes travel time.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-91620P20
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