Cawdor Castle & Cairngorms National Park

Name: Cawdor Castle & Cairngorms National Park

Short Description: Our journey begins as we head to the ancient Clava Cairns stones, one of Scotland’s most well-preserved Bronze Age burial sites. Following this, we’ll make our way to the legendary Cawdor Castle near Inverness, a site rich in history and captivating tales surrounding its origins. Immerse yourself in Cawdor Castle’s charm as you explore its historic halls and wander through its beautifully landscaped gardens. At our next stop, you’ll get to meet one of Scotland’s favourite four-legged locals – the iconic hairy coo*! Afterward, enjoy a leisurely stroll through an ancient Scots Pine forest, home to Scotland’s rare and majestic native trees. We’ll then pause for lunch in the vibrant town of Aviemore, a perfect spot to soak in the local atmosphere. Our journey continues through the breathtaking landscapes of Cairngorms National Park, where stunning scenery and the possibility of wildlife sightings await. As the day winds down, we’ll head back to Inverness, arriving in the early evening. *The order of stops may vary, so you might see highland cows at a different point in the journey.

Description: Our journey begins as we head to the ancient Clava Cairns stones, one of Scotland’s most well-preserved Bronze Age burial sites. Following this, we’ll make our way to the legendary Cawdor Castle near Inverness, a site rich in history and captivating tales surrounding its origins. Immerse yourself in Cawdor Castle’s charm as you explore its historic halls and wander through its beautifully landscaped gardens. At our next stop, you’ll get to meet one of Scotland’s favourite four-legged locals – the iconic hairy coo*! Afterward, enjoy a leisurely stroll through an ancient Scots Pine forest, home to Scotland’s rare and majestic native trees. We’ll then pause for lunch in the vibrant town of Aviemore, a perfect spot to soak in the local atmosphere. Our journey continues through the breathtaking landscapes of Cairngorms National Park, where stunning scenery and the possibility of wildlife sightings await. As the day winds down, we’ll head back to Inverness, arriving in the early evening. *The order of stops may vary, so you might see highland cows at a different point in the journey.

Highlights

• Cawdor Castle(Cawdor)
• Ancient Scots Pine Forest(ScotsPineForest)
• Hairy Coo(HairyCoo)
• Clava Cairns (Clava)
• Cairngorms National Park(Cairngorms)

Inclusions

Item 1: Small Group Tour

Item 2: Passionate Local Guide

Item 3: Live Commentary & Storytelling in English

Name: Cawdor Castle

NameShort: Cawdor Castle

Cawdor Castle, dating back to the 14th century, is a place of history and legend. Famous for its ties to Shakespeare’s Macbeth, it’s said the castle was built around a holly tree, which you can still see today! A true Highland gem.

Cawdor Castle, dating back to the 14th century, is a place of history and legend. Famous for its ties to Shakespeare’s Macbeth, it’s said the castle was built around a holly tree, which you can still see today! A true Highland gem.

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Name: Hairy Coo

NameShort: Hairy Coo

Highland Cows, or Hairy Coos as they’re affectionately known, are beloved for their shaggy coats, long horns, and gentle nature. They’re iconic symbols of Scotland’s rugged landscape and are surprisingly hardy. Their grazing naturally keeps invasive species in check, giving native plants room to grow.

Highland Cows, or Hairy Coos as they’re affectionately known, are beloved for their shaggy coats, long horns, and gentle nature. They’re iconic symbols of Scotland’s rugged landscape and are surprisingly hardy. Their grazing naturally keeps invasive species in check, giving native plants room to grow.

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Name: Ancient Scots Pine Forest

NameShort: Ancient Scots Pine Forest

Scotland’s ancient Scots pine forests are precious and rare, with only a few remaining. They are vital for biodiversity, home to rare wildlife, and protect ecosystems. A true treasure of Scotland’s natural heritage!

Scotland’s ancient Scots pine forests are precious and rare, with only a few remaining. They are vital for biodiversity, home to rare wildlife, and protect ecosystems. A true treasure of Scotland’s natural heritage!

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Name: Small Group Tour

NameShort: Small Group Tour

Small groups, big adventures! Our small group tours offer an intimate, relaxed way to explore while you soak up Scotland's magic. Please note that, due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour operates on a larger bus.

Small groups, big adventures! Our small group tours offer an intimate, relaxed way to explore while you soak up Scotland's magic. Please note that, due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour operates on a larger bus.

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Name: Cairngorms National Park

NameShort: Cairngorms National Park

The Cairngorms National Park is an area of vast natural beauty, and is the largest national park in Britain. Scotland’s wild scenery can be found in abundance, with lochs, glens, rivers and mountains as far as the eye can see.

The Cairngorms National Park is an area of vast natural beauty, and is the largest national park in Britain. Scotland’s wild scenery can be found in abundance, with lochs, glens, rivers and mountains as far as the eye can see.

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Name: Clava Cairns

NameShort: Clava Cairns

Clava Cairns is a special place, from the peaceful setting to the arrangement of 4000 year old stones. The prehistoric structures include ring cairns, passage graves, and standing stones; perfect for staging your very own Outlander-inspired photo!

Clava Cairns is a special place, from the peaceful setting to the arrangement of 4000 year old stones. The prehistoric structures include ring cairns, passage graves, and standing stones; perfect for staging your very own Outlander-inspired photo!

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