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Tour Operator: Time Exposure Travel 9 hours Travel method:   Mini Bus / Car Region / Starts from: Aberdeen Category: Tours and Activities

Private Deeside Walking Tour to Kings Secret Retreat & Castle/Distillery Visit

Deep in the Ballochbuie Forest (part of the Queens’ 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.

We can also visit a castle or the Royal Lochnagar Distillery, depending on timings. Distillery Tours are subject to availability and seasonal opening times. 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.



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For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.

For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*

*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.

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What is included
Pick up

Guide
What is not included
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 than 10mls from city £20, more than 40mls £40. Payable on the day.
Attention
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • We pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in the Aberdeen area, train station or cruise liner.
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