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Aviemore

Welcome to Aviemore, the ultimate outdoor playground in the Scottish Highlands! With stunning views of the Cairngorms National Park, this charming town offers endless opportunities for hiking, skiing, and mountain biking. Don't forget to visit the nearby Loch Morlich for some water sports, or cozy up in a traditional pub after a day of adventures.

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Landmark4.6/5

Cairngorm Mountain Resort

Nestled in the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, Cairngorm Mountain is a winter wonderland! With its thrilling ski slopes, cozy après-ski vibes, and stunning views, outdoor enthusiasts will be in heaven. Whether you're carving through fresh powder or sipping hot cocoa in the lodge, fun awaits at every turn. Grab your gear and get ready for adventure at the Cairngorm Ski Area! 🏂❄️

Landmark4.8/5

Glenmore Forest Park

Nestled near Aviemore, Glenmore Forest Park captivates visitors with its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and serene trails, making it an iconic destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure and tranquility in the Scottish Highlands.

Landmark4.8/5

Loch an Eilein

Castle ruins sit on an island in this wooded Highland loch, with mountains beyond the trees. A path circles the shore through the woods.

Transport4.6/5

Aviemore

Aviemore is hemmed in by pine forest and Cairngorm slopes. Walking trails and ski runs lead straight out from town. The Strathspey Steam Railway runs through the Spey valley.

Landmark4.5/5

Spey Valley Golf Course

Aviemore's course runs beneath the Cairngorms beside the River Spey, then narrows among trees. Heather and well-placed bunkers catch wayward shots.

Eat$$$4.2/5

The Winking Owl, Craft Ale Pub & Bar

This Aviemore pub pairs local ale with a beer garden looking toward the Cairngorms. Menus for the next-door pizza shop sit on its tables.

Eat$$$4.4/5

The Old Bridge Inn & Bunkhouse

Aviemore pub and restaurant with a bunkhouse upstairs, live music, and a fire for warming up beside. A river walk runs just across the street.

Eat$$$4.2/5

La Taverna

Eat$$$4/5

Cairngorm Café

Aviemore café with a rustic lodge interior, vegan sweets from Pure Bakery, and a view toward Loch Morlich. A log fire burns inside.

Cafe$$$4.2/5

The Barn at Rothiemurchus

Stays

Stay$$4.7/5

Eriskay Guesthouse and Aviemore Glamping

Situated in the highland of Scotland, Eriskay B&B and Aviemore Glamping is located in Aviemore. A wide range of outdoor activities can be enjoyed in the local area, with the property at the foot of the Cairngorm Mountains and within Cairngorms National Park. Aviemore rail station is just a 10-minute walk away. Each room or pod at Eriskay B&B and Glamping features an en-suite shower room, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Breakfast is available for an additional charge and children under 12 eat free of charge. At Eriskay B&B and Aviemore Glamping you will find a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include ski storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including skiing, golfing and cycling. Guests can also visit distilleries along the local Speyside Whisky Trail.

Stay$$$4.45/5

The Park Guest House

Featuring 3-star accommodation, The Park Guest House is located in Aviemore, 48 km from Inverness Castle and 46 km from University of the Highlands and Islands, Inverness. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the guest house free of charge. The accommodation provides luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests. All units in the guest house are equipped with a TV. The units include a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. Guests at The Park Guest House can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Aviemore, like fishing, canoeing and hiking. Skiing, windsurfing and cycling are possible within the area, and The Park Guest House offers water sports facilities. Inverness Railway Station is 48 km from the guest house, while Boat of Garten Golf Club is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Inverness Airport, 57 km from The Park Guest House.

Stay4.7/5

Dalfaber House

Stay4.5/5

Silverglades Holiday Homes

Self-catering holiday homes in Aviemore, with views of the Cairngorms.

Stay4.3/5

Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges

Woodland lodges at the Macdonald Aviemore Resort, with kitchenettes and en-suite bedrooms. Each has a wood burner for evenings in.

Stay3.9/5

Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Stay3.9/5

Macdonald Spey Valley Resort

This Aviemore resort has self-catering lodges and cabins, plus a restaurant and pool. The Spey River forms one edge of the resort.

Stay3.8/5

Macdonald Morlich Hotel

Things To Do
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5/5
7 h 30 mins

Speyside Whisky Small Group Tour from Aviemore with Entry Ticket

You know that warm feeling you get in your chest when something makes you happy? That’s what we call whisky here in Scotland. It’s our uisge beatha – our ‘water of life’. And we welcome you to experience every bit of it. The fruity, the floral, the honeyed. Complex and striking and moreish... we can’t get enough of Scottish whisky. Which is why we’re passionate about showing it off. It’s more than a drink, it’s a passion project. It’s a culture-defining experience and no true Scottish visit is complete without stepping inside the world of Scotch Whisky.

$96.81
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5/5

Private Guided Discovery Walk in the Cairngorms

Discover the Cairngorms National Park in the best possible way; walking and talking. Suitable for families, our range of guided walks take you to some of the most beautiful parts of the Scottish Highlands. Matt will share stories and his knowledge to add value and fun to your experience. We can meet in a range of locations and tailor our walks to the aspirations of your group. If you would love to see ancient caledonian forests, the ruins of an old island castle or breathtaking lakes (lochs), whilst walking at a relaxed pace and learning more about the local area, this is a perfect activity for you.

$108.83
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4.9/5

Private Cairngorm National Park tour

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.

$469.33
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5/5
24 h

Private Guided Ridge Scrambling Experience in the Cairngorms

Ridge scrambling is an exhilarating and hands-on way to experience the Cairngorm mountains. Unlike rock climbing, scrambling is about the journey. We'll select a route that will be challenging but achievable and is big on scenery and satisfaction! On this immersive experience you'll get to climb one or more historic mountaineering routes; in a remote corrie, along an airy ridge or up sheer cliff face! This experience is suitable for novices, beginners and travellers looking for a special experience in the local area. No prior experience of climbing or mountaineering is necessary and you'll be kept safe and encouraged every step of the way. Our guides hold the highest attainable qualifications in mountaineering and climbing and are passionate about giving you the best possible experience. We are as excited guided complete beginners as we are guiding experienced climbers and we enjoy working with both the young and the young at heart... We look forward to exploring with you!

$216.30
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5/5
24 h

Private Guided Winter Mountaineering Experience in the Cairngorms

Winter mountaineering is an exhilarating and hands-on way to experience the Cairngorm mountains. Unlike winter climbing, mountaineering is about the journey. We'll select a route that will be challenging but achievable and is big on scenery and satisfaction! On this immersive experience you'll get to climb one or more historic mountaineering routes; in a remote corrie, along an airy ridge or up sheer cliff face! This experience is suitable for novices, beginners and travellers looking for a special experience in the local area. No prior experience of climbing or mountaineering is necessary and you'll be kept safe and encouraged every step of the way. Our guides hold the highest attainable qualifications in mountaineering and climbing and are passionate about giving you the best possible experience. We love guiding complete beginners as much as we love guiding experienced climbers. We enjoy working with both the young and the young at heart... We look forward to exploring with you!

$238.07
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4.9/5
8 h 30 mins

Private Guided Rock Climbing Experience in the Cairngorms

It's no secret; Scotland is home to the finest rock climbing in the UK. Our experiences celebrate and share the wealth and variety that not only the Scottish rock has to offer; but also the magnificent and awe-inspiring scenery, the sense of history, the wide open spaces, the clean, fresh air and the peaceful solitude. We guide on practically all of the most iconic and classic Scottish rock climbing routes, from the easy and accessible; to the extremely hard and the extremely remote. The variety of venues in this area means that we can select a location that will be suitable for everyone in your group. Allowing everyone the chance to explore, challenge themselves and succeed! From total novice to seasoned pro, we promise you a great time... and epic photos!

$216.30
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8 h

Winter Skills and or Guided Winter Walk Day

Experience the magical Cairngorms in winter! With this fully bespoke experience you can choose what type of walk or skills course your group would like to do. Book with confidence that you will be hiring a local, 5 star rated, guiding company! We provide all of the technical equipment required for your trip, along with pre event tips too. If you are an adventure seeker who would like to have some fun in the snow this is the ideal trip for you!

$476.14
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8 h 30 mins

Private Guided Winter Mountain Walking Experience in the Cairngorms

Exploring the Cairngorms in winter is really special. White snow crowns the hills, clear air makes for extra special views and fewer visitors give a sense of solitude. On this immersive experience you'll get to explore away from the crowds, learning how to safely travel over snow and ice and enjoying the Cairngorms at their most beautiful. This experience is suitable for novices, beginners and travellers looking for a special experience in the local area. No prior experience of winter mountain walking is necessary and you'll be kept safe and encouraged every step of the way. We'll select a route that will be challenging but achievable and is big on scenery and satisfaction! Our guides hold the highest attainable qualifications in mountaineering and climbing and are passionate about giving you the best possible experience. We are used to working with complete beginners to highly experienced climbers and from the young, to the young at heart. We look forward to exploring with you!

$216.30
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4.9/5
24 h

Private Guided Mountain Walking Experience in the Cairngorms

The Cairngorm National Park is a little piece of Arctic plateau and contains many of the highest mountains in the Highlands. The area is full of fascinating geology and history and is home to many rare plant and animal species. Explore the Cairngorms with us and we'll safely guide you to its highest summits and secret corners. We'll select a route that will be challenging but achievable and is big on scenery and satisfaction! This experience is suitable for novices, travellers or anyone looking for a special experience in the local area. No prior experience of mountain walking or hiking is necessary and you'll be kept safe and encouraged every step of the way. Our guides hold the highest attainable qualifications in mountain leadership and are passionate about giving you the best possible experience. We are as excited guided complete beginners as we are guiding experienced hikers and we enjoy working with both the young and the young at heart. We look forward to exploring with you!

$194.52
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5/5
8 h

Private Highland Whisky Tour including 10+ Single Malt Tastings

Tour with a knowledgeable and passionate born and bred Scottish Highlander who will entertain you with stories and anecdotes about growing up and living in in the Scottish Highlands. Private whisky tastings from at beautiful locations throughout the day. Chocolate paired whisky tastings showcasing new and old whiskies and how they can be enjoyed with different chocolates. A comfortable luxury BMW X5 vehicle to see the Highlands in style and go places other tour vehicles can only dream of going. Enjoy an elevated vantage point so that you can see more of the beautiful Scottish Highland scenery throughout your tour. Chilled bottled water plus Scottish snacks and soft drinks included.

$1,286.86
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4.4/5

Speyside Whisky Tour - Three Distilleries Included - Private - 5 Star Reviews

****** Private Tour ***** Three distilleries included ***** Visit at least three Speyside distilleries in one day for a distillery tour and tutored tasting at three distilleries or a mix of distillery tours and tastings. Three Speyside distilleries. Free pickup and drop-off at your accommodation. The best and most extensive Speyside whisky day trip available! A unique experience that gives you best Scotland has to offer, all in one day, allowing you time to enjoy other activities on other days. We endeavour to select the best distilleries in the region. Selection depends on availability and your preferences. It's a private tour, let us know your favourites. Alternatively, let us showcase the best experiences available.

$1,081.51
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4.1/5
12 h

Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla

Unique tour to three top distilleries! We pick you up! Let us know where you are. Whiskywheels tours specialise in the wonderful whisky that Scotland has to offer. Whisky Trifecta tour - Glenlivet, Glenallchie and Strathisla. Glenallachie The jewel in the crown of Speyside. Many awards, low volume , independently owned. Glenallachie take their time to produce some of the best single malts in the world. Strathisla A world class distillery that is also one of the oldest working distilleries in the world with over 232 years of producing the water of life. Try out their blending experience and take away your own whisky created by you. Glenlivet The tour and tasting at Glenlivet takes you back in time to how whisky was first made in Speyside. The oldest legal single malt distillery in the world. Glenlivet also produce the most single malt spirit in the world most years. Admissions are subject to availability. If no availability, we replace with like for like experiences.

$884.25
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4.9/5
8 h

Loch Ness Urquhart Culloden Clava Cawdor Whisky tasting Inverness

Learn about the Scottish Highlands from a born and bred Highlander. Share stories, laugh lots and have fun while you tour one of the most beautiful places on the planet. Enjoy a comfortable luxury vehicle throughout your tour. Chocolate paired whisky tastings with your driver-guide throughout your tour from our private collection of ever changing single malts.

$1,304.49
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3.8/5

Private Highland whisky tour from Edinburgh- Build your own tour!

WHISKYWHEELS PRIVATE HIGHLAND WHISKY TOUR + We pick you up + We help you create your own tour to the Highlands This private Whiskywheels tour is fantastic for those wishing to sample what the Highland whisky distilleries have to offer. Fully customizable tour. We can usually manage around 4 stops depending on availability We book and arrange the tour for you. Let us know what you want to do. The distilleries ask for a small fee for entry. Choose a mix of whisky tastings and distillery tours. Fantastic and entertaining tales from each distillery from local experts who know their whisky. Message us to pick your own itinerary or let us create it for you with your requirements. Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle with a reliable driver who can point out sights on the way and provide assistance all day. We will have 45 to 60 minutes for lunch at a Scottish style pub or Inn depending on your requirements.

$598.57
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5/5

Highland Cow Hike in Edinburgh

See the famous Hairy Cows in their natural environment in Edinburgh. They can be difficult to find on the hill, so choose this guided experience to make this easier. Join an Edinburgh-based Mountain Guide on a hike in the hills on the outskirts of the city Experience the rugged beauty of some of Scotland's mountains as we hike through some of the country's most amazing landscapes. This hike takes us up into the hills, where we often see rare wildlife, spectacular cityscapes, and incredible mountain views. We meet at Hillend, which is about 30 minites from the city centre. Getting up high allows us to find the cows more easily. We descend down the hillside where we can look for the local herd of Highland Cows grazing in their natural mountain environment. The cows live out on the hill 365 days a year and are kept as conservation grazers, helping to restore the natural ecology. We finish at Swanston Farm (lunch can bee booked) where a few more cows can be seen in a field.

$102.03
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5/5
8 h

Private Day Tour: Visit 3 Iconic William Wallace Locations

William Wallace, famous the world over, led Scotland in its first wars of Independence in the 13th Century. Brought to life by Mel Gibson in the blockbuster Braveheart. A full day tour, visiting 3 locations associated with Wallace, from his place of birth at Elderslie, then onto where he was held by the English Army at Dumbarton Castle, before being sent to England for trial, then finally onto the Wallace Monument in Stirling. A jam packed day that will let you follow in the footsteps of Wallace, hear about tales of the Battlefield, see the Wallace Sword and get the chance to climb the 246 steps to the top of the Monument. We will cater for all your needs, which includes collection, and transportation to all three locations, and personal tour guide for the day.

$625.78
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5/5

Orkney: Independent Discovery

Explore Orkney your way with this unguided tour built around your interests. Choose the places that appeal to you most and enjoy the freedom to travel at your own pace, without the structure of a traditional guided tour. This flexible experience offers a more personal way to discover Orkney’s history, landscapes and culture, making it ideal for families and small groups who want to explore independently while still following a thoughtfully planned route.

$408.12
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5/5

Glasgow shore Excursion - One day Tour

Experience parts of Scotland most visitors to Greenock don’t normally think to visit, during this private, one-day Highland Tour. Benefit from the local knowledge of your driver and stop by hidden destinations and key attractions, such as Stirling Castle, highland cows at Kilmahog, and falls of dochart. Cover far more ground, far more comfortably, than you would be able to alone.Ideal for first-time visitors and those with limited time in Scotland Visit lochs, castles and more .Travel in a comfortable private minivan chauffeured by your driver Convenient pickup and drop-off is included for Greenock ocean terminal

$1,020.29
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8 h

Stirling Castle, Falkirk Wheel & Kelpies Private Shore Excursion

Your private day tour brings together the remarkable engineering of the The Falkirk Wheel with the majestic sight of the Kelpies and the brutal history of Stirling Castle. On this trip there is plenty of time to explore amazing architecture and take in breath-taking both natural and man-made wonders while immersing yourself in myths, legends and stories from the past with your very own private guide.

$1,350.68
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5/5
6 h

Greenock Cruise Excursion- Round of Golf in Loch Lomond & Lunch

This unique day tour combines luxury, sport, and scenery in true Scottish style. Travel in comfort from your cruise ship to Buchanan Castle Golf Club in the heart of the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, and enjoy a round on one of Scotland’s finest parkland courses , designed by celebrated golf-architect James Braid. The course is suitable for all abilities with club hire included. While golfers play, non-golfing guests can enjoy an alternative local excursion, before everyone reunites for a relaxing lunch and drink amid stunning Highland views. A truly unforgettable day. This is a shared tour for the transportation element only. Guests will be booked to play their round with own party. Guests booking as sole players will be offered the choice of playing with another guest or party if they desire. Bookings of 5 persons or more will be treated as a private tour with vehicle allocated exclusively to them for the day.

$285.68
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