Cairngorms National Park & Royal Deeside

For our classic departures we spend our nights in welcoming and friendly guest houses: three nights in Royal Deeside then three nights in Strathspey. Accommodation is in twin or double rooms with en-suite bathroom facilities. A warm welcome is assured, and you can choose to spend the evenings in the lounge next to the wood-burning stove or in one of the village’s local pubs.

For our deluxe departures we’ll spend our first three nights in Strathspey in a gorgeous guest house with the most welcoming hosts, for the next three nights we’ll move to a deluxe hotel in Royal Deeside which boasts lovely views views across the valley of the River Dee to the hills around Glen Muick.

Single rooms

There is no supplement charged to solo travellers, however, you will be required to share a room with another person of the same sex. If you request a double room for single occupancy:

For the classic trip, a supplement of £360 is charged
For the deluxe trip, a supplement of £620 is charged.

Due to the nature of the accommodations we use, single supplements are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis.

This tour is all-inclusive.

Food is of paramount importance and our meals are prepared from the best local produce. We’ll enjoy wonderful home-cooked meals each evening, with good, healthy portions. Naturally, vegetarians and other dietary requirements are willingly catered for – simply let us know at the time of booking.

On this trip, we generally eat dinner as a group however if you would like to make alternative arrangements you are free to do so. Your guide will have an evening off during this trip where they do not eat with the group. They will recommend options for dinner that evening and will help you make any necessary reservations. Included dinners are two courses as standard.

• 6 nights accommodation in carefully selected guest houses or hotels
• All meals during the trip (Meals included indicated as B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
• The services of an experienced and knowledgeable guide/driver throughout
• All transport throughout the trip starting and finishing in Aviemore
• Entrance fees to a Highland castle and wildlife reserve

Green Graded 1-3

Green graded walking holidays are suitable for active travellers who are reasonably fit and enjoy moderate hikes. We walk at a comfortable pace and you can expect to be out for 5-6 hours a day. The terrain will be mostly good paths and hill trails but these can still be muddy and rough in places. Some hikes may involve an ascent up to a max of approx 1,500 feet / 450m. Distances will be typically 8-10km but there may be the odd slightly longer day. Daily hike details are available in the itinerary.

You will be met by your Wilderness Scotland Guide at Aviemore Railway Station at 10.00am on Day 1 of your trip. You will be returned to Aviemore station for 4.00pm on the final day.

If you would like to use your own vehicle on the trip please get in touch with our team to discuss.