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Private Cairngorm National Park tour

8 Reviews 4.88 out of 5 stars Based on 8 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Aviemore, Scotland

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Overview

Experience the beauty of the Cairngorm National Park!
Sharing with you history, culture and folklore of this beautiful area where I live.

We travel back in time with a visit to the Highland Folk Museum, setting for Outlander, Mackenzie village scenes, before visiting Ruthven Barracks, built early 1700 and where jacobites regrouped following the battle of Culloden.

We then travel to Loch an Eilein, with the water reflecting the magnificent pines and views of the ruined island castle.

We will then drive to Cairngorm mountain car park and enjoy the views across the valley with opportunity for short walk and or enjoy a coffee.

Stopping at Loch Morlich beach as we descend towards the village of Aviemore
With time for a whisky tasting at the Snug / Gin Tasting, Kinrara / Cairngorm Brewery options

Ending the day with sheep dog demonstration.

Experience the natural beauty of the Cairngorm National Park, living in the National Park I will share my experiences, the history and folklore.

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  • Bottled water Water
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
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Pick ups from Inverness, Elgin, Invergordon, AviemoreLarger groups up to 7 people can be accommodated on request

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Highland Folk Museum

Step back in time, outlander ( donation at gate)
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Loch Morlich

Beach and forest walks
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ruthven Barracks

History culture
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castle Roy Trust

Experience a 12th century fortress in a stunning location, they even have a friendly Highland cow and sheep on site
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cairngorm Herd

See the reindeer in the paddocks or out on the hills
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Cairngorm Mountain

Views and photos. You can either go for a walk up the mountain or take the funicular railway to the highest point of Cairngorm Mountain for some great pictures
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Tomatin Distillery Visitor Centre

A free taste of Tomatin, if you would like a tour please let us know. Charges apply
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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 Private Cairngorm National Park tour?

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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  • Operated by a business

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