6 National Park Trips in Britain Worth Booking

1.Cairngorms National Park and Whisky Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 172 reviews · 9 hours · from $60Our pick

Travel from Inverness through Speyside and the Cairngorms with a Rabbie’s driver-guide, stopping in Carrbridge, at Loch Morlich, and in Aviemore before a guided Tomatin Distillery tour and whisky tasting. Expect a small-group minibus, scenic walks, free time, and flexible storytelling.

“It was a great mix of places and as described. Relaxed pace and perfect combo, and Emily squeezed in a bonus visit to the Clava Cairns also. She was informative and friendly and helpful throughout the day. A great tour”

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2.Loch Katrine – National Park Scenic Steamship Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 46 reviews · 2 hours · from $42

Cruise Loch Katrine aboard the Sir Walter Scott, Scotland’s oldest working steamship. The captain’s live commentary covers Queen Victoria, Rob Roy, Sir Walter Scott, and the loch’s Glasgow water supply. You’ll sail from Trossachs Pier to Stronachlachar and back, with indoor seating, a bar, and wheelchair access.

“It was a lovely sail up loch Katrine the boat was very comfortable the staff were excellent and very well informed would highly recommend”

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3.Loch Katrine – National Park Natural Wonders Scenic Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 45 min · from $22

Spend 45 minutes aboard the Lady of the Lake on Loch Katrine in Scotland’s first national park. Your captain provides live commentary on wildlife, Rob Roy MacGregor, Victorian engineering, and Outlander filming sites. Choose indoor or outdoor seating, with drinks available onboard.

“We had a fabulous time on the boat at Loch Katrine. The staff on the boat were all wonderful and kept everyone informed of the history of the area. A big massive thanks to Sandra at the booking reception for sorting out my booking👍 We will definitely be back for another sail round Loch Katrine.”

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4.Cawdor Castle and Cairngorms National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 34 reviews · 8 hours · from $58

Join guides such as Emily, Karen, Iain, or Harrison for an 8-hour small-group trip from Inverness. You’ll visit Clava Cairns, Cawdor Castle, Highland coos, Aviemore, Loch Morlich, Scots pine forest, and Rothiemurchus Farm Shop. Castle admission, meals, and hotel transfers cost extra.

“The bus tour with Emily was great! She told us many stories and made the the tour really fun and instructive.It is also to be noted that the organization supports wildlife restoration associations. We had plenty of time to enjoy each stop, and the day was well planned with a variety of experiences, alongside the beautiful landscape and wildlife of the Highlands.”

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5.Loch Katrine – National Park Autumn/Winter Wonderland Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 45 min · from $22Top rated

Take a 45-minute cruise across Loch Katrine in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. A captain provides live English commentary on local stories, nature, Rob Roy, Sir Walter Scott, and Glasgow’s water supply. Sit inside by the windows or head outside for photos, then visit Trossachs Pier.

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6.Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park Drive Tour with an App

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $20Best value

Drive your own car through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs with the Trippy Tour Guide app. GPS-triggered audio covers Balloch Castle, Loch Katrine, Rob Roy’s Grave, forest roads, and 85-plus points in English, Chinese, or Italian.

“Pronunciation was American and not correct, driving directions were unhelpful so we used Google Maps. Repeatedly a lot of the commentary so we skipped parts and eventually gave up.”

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