Private Tour to Balmoral Castle and Cairngorm National Park
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This private tour takes you through Royal Deeside to Balmoral Castle, the Royal Family's Highland home, and into Cairngorm National Park. Designed for groups of up to 6 people, the tour includes an experienced driver-guide who will collect you from your accommodation in Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire. You'll visit the Rob Roy McGregor Statue overlooking Culter Burn, explore the grounds of Balmoral Castle (admission available separately), and travel through the landscapes of Cairngorm National Park, home to five of the UK's six highest mountains.
The tour is flexible and can be tailored to your interests, whether you want to spend more time at Balmoral, take in the mountain scenery, or explore the villages of Royal Deeside. Children aged 5 and over are welcome, and child seats can be requested when you book. Your guide will share local stories and ensure frequent comfort stops throughout the day.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and a waterproof jacket for the Scottish weather. In winter, warm layers, waterproof trousers, and waterproof boots are recommended. The tour vehicles are not wheelchair-adapted, but the operator has experience with accessibility needs and can discuss adjustments in advance.
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What's Included in your ticket
Includes:
Experienced driver-guide providing private transportation, along with plenty of stories to share.- General Admission into Balmoral Castle (Adult £18.50 - Child £9.50 - Family £42.00)
Excludes:
Castle entry fee
Highlights
This exclusive tour is designed for you and your companions, whether friends or family, with a maximum group size of six people. Your experienced driver-guide provides private transportation throughout the day and tailors the itinerary to your interests.
Explore Balmoral Castle, the summer home of the Royal Family since 1390. The estate sits in Royal Deeside and was thought to be Queen Elizabeth II's favourite residence. Take your time exploring the stunning grounds and learning about its royal history.
Journey through Cairngorm National Park, home to five of the UK's six highest mountains and 55 Munros over 3,000 feet. The park encompasses vast forests, rivers, lochs, and wildlife hotspots across the Highland landscape.
Start your journey at the iconic Rob Roy McGregor Statue, which overlooks Culter Burn. Your guide shares stories about this legendary Scottish folk hero as you begin your tour through Royal Deeside.
Your driver-guide adapts the tour to fit your preferences and provides plenty of local stories along the way. Restroom stops are frequent, and the route can be adjusted to suit accessibility needs or special interests.
Health & Safety
Our guides are here to ensure your enjoyment and safety. Please wear appropriate footwear and dress according to the weather conditions. When visiting Castles, be cautious of uneven cobblestone pathways and steep stairs. Visitors with accessibility needs may require additional time and assistance navigating these areas. We recommend taking your time and reaching out if you need extra help.
Please follow the health and safety instructions provided by Balmoral staff. Inform your tour guide if you need any assistance or have a medical condition that should be noted. If we need to make any adjustments to the tour for better accessibility, please let us know. Providing information in advance helps us tailor the tour to fit your needs and ensure a memorable experience.
Booking Notes
What to bring on tour in Summer Dress for the weather Not essential but nice to have • Warm layer • Waterproof Jacket • Comfortable shoes or boots
What to bring on tour in Winter Dress for the weather Not essential but nice to have • Warm layer • Waterproof Jacket • Waterproof Trousers • Waterproof shoes or boots • Hat & gloves
Check-in Details
You should receive an email with the agreed meeting point normally at your hotel or accommodation time and location will be confirmed by E mail
What to Bring
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking
- Dress appropriately for the weather. A waterproof jacket is also a good idea.
Restrictions
· Children are welcome on our tours; please request a child seat at the time of booking. · Children must be accompanied by adults, and the adult is responsible for ensuring that the child is compliant and wearing the seat belt at all times.
Accessibility
Our vehicles aren’t wheelchair-adapted, but we’re experienced in accessibility needs. Contact us with any requirements—we’re flexible! Private tours can be tailored to fit your needs.
Disclaimers
• Please adhere to any safety instructions provided by our guides. • Passengers exhibiting antisocial behaviours will be asked to disembark and will be responsible for arranging their own return journey. • It is law in the United Kingdom to wear your seat belt, so please wear seatbelts as we all know they save lives. • Children are welcome on our tours; please request a child seat at the time of booking. • Children must be accompanied by adults, and the adult is responsible for ensuring that the child is compliant and wearing the seat belt at all times. • Seat belt extenders are available in the vehicle; please help yourself if you require one or ask your driver guide. • If you feel you have any health conditions that the driver guide should know about, please inform your driver guide. Confidentiality on such matters will be respected. • It is illegal in the United Kingdom to consume alcohol in a moving vehicle
FAQs
Restroom stops are frequent as we are never far from a bathroom. Just ask your tour guide; we all stop, and it's not a problem.
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Last Updated: 12:23 20/05/2026
From £750.00