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The Balmoral Cairns and Castle Guided Walk
The Balmoral Cairns and Castle
The Balmoral Cairns and Castle

The Balmoral Cairns and Castle Guided Walk

By Hillgoers
Free cancellation available
Price is £95 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
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Overview

The Cairns are a collection of historical monuments erected by the Royal Family to commemorate significant events, surrounded by beautiful Caledonian pine forest; they are a real hidden treasure in Aberdeenshire. There are thirteen Cairns on the Balmoral Estate, eight of which you have the option to visit on this circular guided walk.

The impressive pyramid shaped Prince Albert’s Cairn sits on top of Craig an Lurachain. It was built in the beloved memory of Albert, the Great and Good Prince Consort, erected by his broken hearted widow Queen Victoria in August 1862.

Your guide will point out the historical features on the Cairns walk and tell you about their connection to the Royals, who have enjoyed and influenced this beautiful estate. For nature lovers, there will also be plenty of flora and fauna to spot along the way.

“Every year my heart becomes more fixed in this paradise” (Queen Victoria, 1855)

Activity location

  • Balmoral Castle
    • Balmoral Estates,
    • AB35 5TB, Ballater, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Balmoral Rd End
    • AB35 5UL, Ballater, Scotland, United Kingdom

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The Balmoral Cairns and Castle
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h7h
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
£95.00 x 1 Adult£95.00
Total
Price is £95.00
Until Wed, 8 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedCastle grounds entry ticket
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTour of the rooms insde the Castle.

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please take appropriate outdoor clothing, including waterproof layer.
  • Please wear appropriate footwear, walking boots or trail shoes.
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Balmoral Castle
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Thank you for considering Hillgoers for your guided walk of the Balmoral Cairns, with entry into the Castle and grounds included. Our local, qualified guides will be delighted to share their excellent knowledge of the area and nature within. With the kind permission of the Balmoral Estate, Hillgoers are able to offer this wonderful guided walk of the Balmoral Cairns, starting and ending within the Castle grounds. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Ballroom in the Castle, cafe and shop. You will have the option to stay in the Castle grounds after your walk, taking advantage of the self-guided audio tour. Please note, this part of the day is self-guided using the audio guides if required. Our team member will be with you but they are not permitted to speak on behalf of the Castle. They will however guide and inform you all about the Balmoral Cairns and nature within the Caledonian Pine forest.
Balmoral Castle
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
As well as visiting the Castle, you will also be given a guided walk of the Balmoral Cairns. Total distance approximately 10km with some up hill sections on forest tracks.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBalmoral Castle
    • Balmoral Estates,
    • AB35 5TB, Ballater, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEBalmoral Rd End
    • AB35 5UL, Ballater, Scotland, United Kingdom

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