Balmoral Castle & Royal Deeside Day Trip

Experience the enchanting beauty of Scotland's inland landscapes on a captivating day trip from Aberdeen. Join us as we explore the renowned Balmoral Castle and delve into the splendors of Royal Deeside.

Description

We'll meet at the designated time at the William Wallace statue in Aberdeen, and embark on an adventure through Royal Deeside and Balmoral Castle.

Our journey begins with a drive to Balmoral Castle, the cherished fortress of the British royal family. En route, we'll admire the landscape along the River Dee before arriving at the castle, stepping back to the mid-nineteenth century when Queen Victoria and Prince Albert acquired it.

Explore the royal residence at your own pace, taking in the charm of the Balmoral gardens, the grand ballroom, and the views of Aberdeenshire.

Leaving Balmoral Castle, we'll traverse Cairngorm National Park. Pause at the Gairnshields Bridge and marvel at the Cairngorm Hills before visiting the Victorian village of Ballater.

Enjoy a stroll through this town and have lunch at a café. After eating, we'll pass by the Cambus O'May Bridge and visit the ancient stone circle of Tomnavarie, a funerary monument over 4500 years old.

To conclude, we'll visit The Queen's View in Tarland, discovering the vista that captivated Queen Victoria. Finally, we'll return to Aberdeen after a total of seven and a half hours of sightseeing.

Balmoral Castle opening dates

Balmoral Castle closes in summer for the royal family. If you book the tour during these months, we'll visit Braemar Castle instead.