Cairngorm National Park Private Tour

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This is one of few tours leaving from Inverness to explore the Cairngorm area. It offers a pefect mix of nature, beautiful surroundings, history and heritage. If you want to experience Scotland with all your senses this is a fantastic tour to take. Immerse yourself in our forests, get up close and personal to our most beautiful lochs and experience some unique historic locations that are off the beaten path.

What's Included

Bottled water
Snacks
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please specify where you would like to be picked up, and we will come directly to your hotel or chosen pick up location

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Our tour will begin with a peaceful walk through Glenmore Forest until we reach the famous Green Loch. From here we will spend time taking in the beauty of the Loch's unique green colour, and enjoying our peaceful surroundings.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Loch Morlich

    We will next visit Scotland's highest sandy beach at Loch Morlich. Here we can enjoy sweeping views of the Cairngorm mountains that act as a perfect backdrop to this beautiful spot.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Rothiemurchus

    Next be prepared to feel the hairs on the back of your neck stanf up as we visit the cursed Grave of Seath Mhor. Located in kirkyard of St Tuchaldus this 13th century warrior's grave is said to be protected by cursed stones. Our guide will tell you all about the history of Seath Mhor and the creepy tales of the curse that protects his resting spot.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Next we will enjoy a peaceful walk at Loch an Eilean to view the ruins of a 13th Century Island Castle. The forest here is a remnant of the Ancient Caledonian Pine Forest. Enjoy both the nature and history at this excellent stop.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Aviemore

    After all of our exploring it's time for some lunch, shops and a bit of down time in Aviemore. You will have just over an hour to grab some food and maybe pop into one of two shops in this charming wee town.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Our final stop will be to admire the oldest stone bridge in the Highlands. The Old Packhorse Bridge was originally used for funeral processions to cross the river. On a sunny day you might get to see some brave locals jumping off the bridge into the cold river below!

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Tartan Trailblazer Tours

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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