Cairngorms and Highland Perthshire

Discover the spectacular Cairngorms National Park, which is the largest in the UK and boasts a stunning position in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. With majestic mountains, idyllic lochs and tranquil rivers, the ever-changing landscape of this national park is breathtaking. We’ll also discover the charming towns of Aviemore, Grantown-on-Spey and Pitlochry, enjoy a tour and tasting experience at the fantastic Blair Athol Distillery, and soak up stunning panoramas from Queen’s View.

5 days from £629pp

Single Room Supplement from £139pp

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Your Tour Includes

  • 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Itinerary

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to your hotel for four nights.

Included Meals

  • Dinner

Today, we enjoy a scenic drive to discover the beauty of the Cairngorms National Park.

We stop at Aviemore, which is located in the northwest corner of the park and is surrounded by towering mountains, sparkling lochs and dense forests. With a range of charming shops and delightful cafés, it is the perfect place for a coffee break before we continue to Grantown-on-Spey, a traditional Highland town. The square and high street are lined with unique, independent shops and restaurants.

We return back to the hotel whilst enjoying the stunning scenery of the national park.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Cairngorms National Park
  • Grantown-on-Spey
  • Aviemore

Alternatively, why not join our optional excursion to Fort William?

Located on the eastern shores of Loch Linnhe, this town is a major tourist centre on the Road to the Isles, with Glen Coe to the south, Ben Nevis and Aonach Mòr to the east, and Glenfinnan to the west. With free time to explore, visit the West Highland Museum – world-famous for its Jacobite exhibits – and learn about the history culture of the highlands, or enjoy a wee dram of finest highland whisky at one of the many traditional pubs.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Optional Excursions

  • Fort William

The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.

Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in sterling (cash payments only).

Today, we’ll head to the historic Blair Athol Distillery for a tour and tasting. On the informative tour, we’ll take a peek at the ins and outs of this working distillery, learn more about whiskey, enjoy a sample and take home a souvenir.

Later in the day, we continue to Queen's View, which offers a stunning panorama of the surrounding scenery and is named after Queen Victoria, who once admired this glorious outlook. We will also stop in Pitlochry, a picturesque town nestled at the foot of the Cairngorms.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Blair Athol Distillery
  • Queen's View
  • Pitlochry

Return home.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast

Single Room Supplement from £139.00 (5 days).

Accommodation

You will for four nights at the 3-star Balavil Hotel in Newtonmore.

Balavil Hotel

Balavil Hotel

The 3 star Balavil Hotel is located in Newtonmore inside the Cairngorms National Park. All rooms at the property feature en-suite facilities with a bath or shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel also offers an indoor swimming pool, bar and lounge plus restaurant plus free wi-fi.

Location: Main Street , Newtonmore, Inverness-shire

Hotel Facilities

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General
  • 3 Star
  • English Speaking Staff
  • Guest Lounge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Indoor Swimming Pool
  • Lift
  • Central Location
Room
  • TV
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra Pillows and Blankets
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Shower or Bath
  • Free Wifi
Accessibility
  • Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
  • Ground Floor Rooms on Request
Food & Drink
  • Vegetarian Meals
  • Gluten Free Menu
Transport
  • Bus Stop Nearby
Service
  • Iron at Reception
Hotel
  • Swimming Pool
  • English Speaking Staff
  • Guest Lounge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift
  • WiFi Available

Single Room Supplements

Single Room Supplement from £139

Our customer service reviews

Rated 4.4 / 5

Based on 4985 reviews

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Found the Front of House Manager Vicky (if she was) very rude and confrontational. Deeply disappointed that the lift was out of order and having to climb 4/5 flights of stairs to reach my room. Being almost 83 and having walking difficulties I had to make sure I had everything each morning to avoid going up the stairs unnecessarily. Chris the driver was very helpful and polite at all times and tried to cater for everyone's needs.

Lizzie

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driver (Chris) was excellent, above and beyond helpful.

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Had really nice time, met some lovely people and well looked after the Shearing's staff. Trips were both enjoyable and very informative, Would definitely recommend and will be booking again. An all round good value for money holiday.

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