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Balmoral Castle Tour From Inverness

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Balmoral Castle & Royal Lochnagar Distillery From Inverness

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Before stopping at the castle we will stop at the crathie kirk church for 30 mins before going on to Balmoral Estate.

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In 2025 the grounds, gardens, exhibitions, gift shop and cafe will be open to the Public on a daily basis from 1st April until 31st July. Opening times are from 10.00 a.m. until 5.00 p.m. however please note that the last recommended admission is at 4.30 p.m.

We recommend that you set aside at least one and a half hours for your visit to Balmoral. This will give you time to visit the grounds, gardens, exhibitions, gift shop and the Pipers Hall Cafe.

You will have access to the formal and vegetable gardens, the exhibitions in the stable area and largest room in the Castle, the Ballroom.

Their is also a audio handset tour, which is available in English together with Dutch, French, German, Italian and Spanish translations. The audio tour is only available for admissions before 4.30 p.m.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pickup
  • Admission to Balmoral Castle Is Included £18.50 per person
  • Lunch The cost of lunch is not included ( at the onsite cafe )
  • Alcoholic beverages Tastings at Royal Lochnagar are not included
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Carrbridge

Stopping in carrbridge for a photo of the famous pack horse bridge
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Crathie Church

The old Kirk is visible from the car park and you may take a walk around the ground before heading in to Balmoral castle and maybe even take a peek insideRemember this is a community church and may not be open to visit on the day of the tour
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Balmoral Castle

Tickets are included for your visit here taking up to 3 hours to enjoy the castle and grounds and maybe the pipers cafe for food
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Finishing this tour with the Royal Lochnagar Distillery is the perfect finish to your day before heading back to Inverness
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Balmoral Castle Tour From Inverness?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
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The following is included:
  • Private transportation.
  • Hotel pickup.
  • Admission to Balmoral Castle Is Included £18.50 per person.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. The cost of lunch is not included ( at the onsite cafe ).
  • Alcoholic beverages. Tastings at Royal Lochnagar are not included.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pickup
  • Admission to Balmoral Castle Is Included £18.50 per person
  • LunchThe cost of lunch is not included ( at the onsite cafe )
  • Alcoholic beveragesTastings at Royal Lochnagar are not included

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operated by a business

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