In a nutshell

Want to know the secret ingredient for making Queen Victoria's favorite whiskey? Your guide will reveal all as you savor it, in a tastingamong the stills and wooden casks at the Royal Lochnagar Distillery. First, though, immerse yourself in the spirit of the Scottish highlands in another way, as you admire the rural landscapes of the Cairngorms National Park that surrounds the Victorian village of Ballater.

Main stops

Free time to discover the historic center of Ballater
Scotch whiskey tasting and interior tour of the Royal Lochnagar Distillery

The programme

Ballater is a village nestled in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park: a place with incredible natural panoramas. Take Queen Victoria's word for it!
As you wander through its streets, catch a glimpse of the contrasts of this small town: the gray of the houses, roads and stone bridges hides the brilliant green of meadows and forests. Take your time to savor the stillness and calm of the landscape and capture the most picturesque views at your leisure.
Get ready to be taken back to another era at the village's railway station: the waiting room and the carriage of the royal train that transported the Queen during her stays in Scotland are a piece of history that's really worth discovering!
Add an iconic finale to your experience: at the foot of the Cairngorm mountains, the Royal Lochnagar Distillery will open its doors to you for a tasting of its authentic Scotch whiskey. Among the wooden vats, barrels and stills, you will learn about the national symbol of a tradition rooted in centuries.

Good to know

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the experience.