Aberdeen, Scotland

Aberdeenshire Highland Cattle Farm

A Taste of Scotland’s Premium Beef Meet a prize-winning herd of Highland cows at a working farmstead then taste premium beef with local refreshments. Embark on a scenic drive through Royal Deeside’s tranquil countryside, taking in mountain, forest and river scenery on your way to the town of Banchory. Here, you will visit a working farmstead at Aberdeenshire Highland Beef to meet a prize-winning, purebred herd of Highland Cows, the special breed of rustic cattle unique to Scotland’s Highlands and Western Isles. These long-horned, shaggy haired creatures have a long and distinguished ancestry as one of the oldest breeds of cattle in the world. Explore the grounds while you learn about the breed’s history and temperaments before enjoying a taste of the farm’s premium beef with homemade refreshments. Afterward, return through the beautiful Scottish countryside to your awaiting ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.