SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

DISCOVER THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS THROUGH TOUCH, SOUND, AND STORY

This specially designed walking holiday invites blind and partially sighted travellers to explore the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands through accessible nature walks and immersive, hands-on experiences.

Over five days, you’ll gently explore ancient Caledonian pine forests, stroll across open moorland, and walk alongside peaceful lochs and coastal trails, all with the support of an experienced local guide, your Seable Tour Leader, and our trained sighted guides.

What makes this trip truly unique are the tactile workshops arranged in the national parks, where you’ll learn about local plants, trees, and wildlife through touch and sound. Listen to birdsong in the wild, feel the textures of Scottish flora, and connect with nature in a meaningful, accessible way.

With storytelling, local insights, and a friendly group atmosphere, this is more than just a walking tour, it’s a full sensory journey into one of the most beautiful and remote parts of the UK.

Weather in Aviemore in April

In April, Aviemore and the surrounding Cairngorms experience early spring conditions, with average temperatures ranging from 1°C to 13°C. Expect cool mornings, mild afternoons, and the possibility of rain, wind, or even late snow in higher areas. The landscapes begin to bloom with fresh greenery, and while the weather can be unpredictable, it’s a beautiful and peaceful time to explore the Highlands.

DATES & PRICES

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WHAT’S INCLUDED

4 nights / 5 days

4* Guest House with breakfast in a Twin Room

Seable UK Tour leader

Seable Trained Local Sighted Guide

Qualified and experienced local mountain guide

All excursions and activities, including entrance fees to nature reserves

All transfers in a private vehicle driven by our guide

Packed lunch and snacks on days 2, 3, and 4

Fruit and snacks each day

All local transfers

Tour operator liability insurance

All guided hikes mentioned in the itinerary

Entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, specifically:

- Day 1 – Visit to Loch Garten Nature Reserve
- Day 3 – Visit to Culloden Battlefield
- Day 4 – Visit to Cairngorm Reindeer Centre

Personalised trip design and delivery

24/7 In-Country Support from the Wilderness Team

ACTIVITIES AND PRIVATE EXCURSIONS

Explore the Beauty of the Highlands with Local Experts
Walk alongside an experienced mountain guide and Seable’s sighted guides who bring the Highlands to life through storytelling, sound, and touch.

Guided Nature Walks through Forests, Mountains, and Coastlines
Feel the crunch of the earth beneath your feet, breathe in the scent of pine and heather, and hear the sounds of birdsong and flowing rivers as you explore a range of wild landscapes.

Relax and Discover the Village of Aviemore
Enjoy free time to explore this welcoming village, sample local food, and soak up the atmosphere of a classic Highland town.

Cairngorms National Park – Scotland’s Wild Heart
Traverse the UK’s largest national park, home to soaring mountains, ancient forests, and winding rivers. Let your senses guide you through this ever-changing landscape.

Walk to Loch Garten – A Sensory Woodland Experience
Listen to rustling leaves and chirping birds on a gentle walk through pine forests surrounding this tranquil loch, offering a peaceful start to your adventure.

Rothiemurchus Forest and the Angel’s Lochan
Discover an enchanting green lochan nestled deep in the forest, surrounded by legends. Feel the change in terrain as you pass through narrow woodland paths.

Heather Moors and Ryvoan Pass
Step out onto open heather-clad moorland with sweeping views and big skies. The scent of heather and the breeze on your skin makes this a true Highland experience.

Culloden Battlefield – A Tactile Historical Walk
Trace the contours of the land where history was made in 1746. Engage with tactile maps and guided storytelling to understand the battle that changed Scotland.

Clava Cairns – Explore Ancient Burial Sites
Touch the standing stones of this prehistoric site and walk among structures built over 4,000 years ago, connecting you to Scotland’s ancient past.

Hiking in the Foothills of the Cairngorm Mountains
A more elevated trail with the feel of crisp mountain air and expansive views. Walk along ridges and valleys with audio description of the rugged landscape.

Meet Scotland’s Only Free-Roaming Reindeer Herd
Feel the soft fur and learn about these gentle creatures in a specially arranged tactile visit after your hike.

Daily Reflections and Evening Relaxation in Aviemore
Each day ends with time to relax, share your experience, and enjoy local food in good company.

ITINERARY

DAY 1: ARRIVAL DAY - TRAVEL TO THE CAIRNGORMS NATIONAL PARK

Failt to bonny Scotland! We welcome you on this wonderful walking expedition!

Travel north, perhaps by train, to the enchanting beauty of the Cairngorms National Park. Disembark in the village of Aviemore, where your guide and sighted guides will be waiting on the platform.

This afternoon, you will visit a nature reserve at nearby Loch Garten. A short walk in the pine forest will be accompanied by birdsong and dappled light.

Later, return to Aviemore to check into the accommodation. Once you arrive at your accommodation, your sighted guide will help you check in and do a room orientation. Here, you can have some time to unpack and relax before you meet again to go over your holiday itinerary one more time. Then you can have some time to rest and prepare for dinner.

Journey time: short walk (5 km)

DAY 2: THE ANGEL'S LOCHAN AND RYVOAN PASS

The Seable UK tour leader and local sighted guide will enjoy a delicious first breakfast with you!

Today, we will explore the Rothiemurchus Forest and beyond on a hike to a stunningly located loch. Our route follows a good trail through ancient pine trees and a narrow pass before reaching the lochan, which sparkles green in the sunshine, leading to many myths and local legends about why that is! If we have the energy, we’ll continue beyond the lochan, breaking out of the forest and onto open heather moors to Ryvoan pass.

After returning to the accommodation, you can rest and freshen up, ready for dinner close by.

Journey time: full-day walking activity (10 km) Breakfast and lunch included

DAY 3: CULLODEN BATTLEFIELD & CLAVA CAIRNS

After a lovely breakfast, we will head north this morning to visit Culloden Battlefield, where the Jacobite Rebellion, led by Bonnie Prince Charlie, came to a bloody end. Learn about one of the most harrowing battles in Scottish history and walk across the rough moor where the Jacobites and the Government fought in 1746.

After lunch, we continue our walk to Clava Cairns, one of Scotland’s finest prehistoric sites, built to house the dead around 4,000 years ago, before returning to Aviemore.

Following a well-deserved rest in the guest house, we head out for a traditional dinner nearby.

Journey time: full-day walking activity (13 km) Breakfast and lunch included

DAY 4: CAIRNGORMS

Today, enjoy a hike in the beautiful Cairngorms National Park. At over 4500 sq km, it is the largest National Park in the UK and makes it Scotland’s most prolific whisky-making region with miles of winding rivers. Led by your sighted guide, we will start from a high trailhead and head out into the foothills below the cliff-bound Northern Corries. It’s a high mountain environment, so it’s a real contrast to the previous days. Scotland’s only herd of reindeer roam free in this area, but in case we miss them, we will visit their local paddock after our hike so you can get a closeup and learn about how they came to be here.

A final night in Aviemore allows us to reflect on a special few days together.

Journey time: full-day walking activity (10 km) Breakfast and lunch included

DAY 5: DEPARTURE DAY

After breakfast, we will leave our lovely guest house and say goodbye Mar sin leat to the Highlands.

We will assist you in checking out of your accommodation and escort you to Aviemore train station at 11 am, where you can begin your journey home.

Journey time: a short drive from the accommodation to the train station. Breakfast included.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

GROUP SIZE

6 spaces are available for this trip

TRAVEL INFORMATION

Start time: 1.30 pm meeting at Aviemore Railway Station on Day 1
End time: 11 am departure from Aviemore Railway Station on Day 5

We will meet at Aviemore Railway Station at 1:30 p.m. on 2nd April. You can get to Aviemore by train from Edinburgh or Inverness.

On the final day, we will officially end the trip at 11 a.m. at Aviemore Railway Station. At 11.30 a.m., there is a train south of Edinburgh. You can take it. From Edinburgh, you can travel to your home destination.

FLIGHTS

Flights are not included in the price.

BOOKING FORM & DEPOSIT

We can complete the booking form for you over the phone or email.

Upon booking, we require a 30% nonrefundable and nontransferable commitment deposit, which is fully refundable and transferable only if the trip does not go ahead.

CONFIRMATION & BALANCE

You will receive the holiday confirmation and final invoice 3 months before departure.

4 weeks prior to departure you will receive the itinerary, packing list and final details.*

*The itinerary layout is subject to change according to availability

PASSPORT & VISA

We provide all the visa information upon booking.

Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

You must have travel insurance before the trip and we ask for a copy of the insurance details before departure.

ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY OUR TRAINED SIGHTED GUIDES

At Seable, our specially trained sighted guides are here to support you throughout your entire trip, making sure everything runs smoothly and comfortably.

Here’s what you can expect:

Hotel Orientation: A full introduction to your hotel and its facilities.
Hotel Assistance: Support with checking in and out of your hotel.
Daily Guidance: Help around the hotel and transport to and from your activities each day.
Activity Support: Assistance during all planned activities.
24-Hour Emergency Contact: A phone number you can call anytime for urgent help.
Airport Departure: Help to the special assistance desk at the airport on your final day.

Your Seable guide will be with you every step of the way, giving you expert support and peace of mind for a truly enjoyable and immersive holiday.

PRE-DEPARTURE ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY SEABLE HOLIDAYS

To ensure a smooth and stress-free journey, Seable Holidays offers the following pre-departure assistance:

Flight Consultation: Advice on optimal flight options tailored to your needs.
Pre-Departure Information: Detailed itinerary and suggested packing list provided one month prior to departure.

Our pre-departure services are designed to help you prepare thoroughly for your holiday, ensuring every detail is taken care of in advance.

CONTACT US

020 3375 6947
info@seable.co.uk
Canopi Foundation, Canopi, 82 Tanner Street, London SE1 3GN

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