On Wednesday he hosted a reception at St James’ Palace to celebrate the Commonwealth Diaspora ahead of his CHOGM visit.
The official announcement of the tour on the royal family’s Instagram account
King Charles has been urged to slow down by both his wife and advisors, but sources say he feels ‘energised’ by his work
Meanwhile his wife, Queen Camilla, 77, (right) who has been praised for ‘holding the fort’ since the start of the year, is planning a pre-tour break this week with friends. (King Charles III looks up as he waits to read the King’s Speech in July this year)
He appeared on great form, even taking to the floor to show off his moves in a traditional Siva Samoa dance.
However in order to manage his recovery ahead of his visit Down Under, the King returned to Scotland immediately afterwards where he will largely remain until it is time to travel.
He will continue to work at Birkhall, his private home close to Balmoral, on state papers and hold pre-CHOGM calls with world leaders, returning to London briefly this week to hold Privy Council, meet with the Prime Minister and undertake medical appointments.
Meanwhile his wife, Queen Camilla, 77, who has been praised for ‘holding the fort’ since the start of the year, is planning a pre-tour break this week with friends, it can also be revealed. Details cannot be disclosed for security reasons.
A source explained: ‘The fortnight in the run up to the royal tour has been kept deliberately light for His Majesty. He will still be undertaking meetings, doing his paperwork and still come down for treatment.
‘Australia is a big deal and he wants to be fighting fit.
‘As soon as he returns he is also straight into a really intense programme all the way up to Christmas.
‘The late Queen would stay in Scotland into October and he’s decided to do the same. It’s a place of peace for him and that’s more imperative than usual this year because of what he has coming up.
‘For a workaholic [like him] it’s the chance to have a small breather.’
Other sources say His Majesty seems in ‘very good spirits’ personally. His treatment has gone far better than anyone anticipated.
In Scotland this summer Charles, who will turn 76 next month, has been revelling in the fresh air with long walks and mushroom foraging.
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