Santa's Elf Express at the Strathspey Railway

Santa's Elf Express steam trains run from Aviemore on selected dates from 28 and 29 November through to 24 December 2026, a return trip of about 1 hour 45 minutes through the Cairngorms. Santa and his elves entertain on board, and seating options include family tables, first class, an observation carriage and an adults-only carriage.

What’s on

• Highland steam through the Cairngorms
• Adults-only carriage option
• 10% early bird until 30 September
• About 1 hour 45 minutes return