Great Glen Way Loch Ness Short Break – COMFORTABLE B&Bs – 5 Days

Arrive in the charming town of Fort Augustus. Nestled on the southern tip of Loch Ness, Fort Augustus has a number of lock side pubs where you can spend the afternoon watching boats navigate their way through the gates or sit and wait for a sighting of the mythical Loch Ness monster.

Meals included: None
Accommodation: The Bank B&B
A lovely B&B located only a couple of minutes’ walk from the Caledonian Canal. Some of the en-suites have retained the wooden vaulted walls, and the property has beautifully maintained gardens.

As the saying goes in Scotland, you can take the high road or low road today! Both of which have far-reaching views across Loch Ness. On a fine, clear day, the extra effort required for the high route is definitely worth it. Enjoy beautiful spots to have a picnic with views across the loch to Beinn a’Bhacaidh. Arriving in Invermoriston, admire Telford’s early 19th-century double-arched bridge which spans the moody River Moriston.

Walk: 13km
Ascent: 450m or 200m
Descent: 420m or 150
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Glenmoriston Arms
This traditional-style inn provides contemporary en-suite rooms, a comfortable lounge area to read and relax and a popular restaurant serving classic Scottish dishes. The bar is well stocked with single malts and locally brewed beers, and there is always a recommended ‘Malt of the Month’ to try before bed!

From Invermoriston, the trail works its way up through woodland with excellent views of Loch Ness. After a short while, the route splits offering a high and low route for a few km. The high route is a splendid walk across open moorland where you may catch glimpses of black grouse and hen harriers. The low route follows forestry roads which are home to a wide range of butterflies. The paths converge to follow a steep descent into Drumnadrochit.

Walk: 14km
Ascent: 500m or 740m
Descent: 500m or 500m
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Greenlea B&B
Tucked away in the corner of the village green this delightful cottage dates back to 1810. Once a place where farmers traded cattle, the B&B is only a couple of minutes from the Fiddlers Pub, famous for its food and whisky selection. En-suite rooms are very comfortable and your hosts, Gordon and Miranda are always on hand to make your stay pleasant.

The trail leaves Drumnadrochit along a roadside and then swings inland as it climbs into the hills high above Loch Ness to continue along the Great Glen. There are some excellent sections through the very scenic forest today and stopping at the Abriachan Farm eco-café for their signature lemon cake is a must! Nearing Inverness the route begins to flatten until you reach the Caledonian Canal for one last time. From here, walk along the banks of the River Ness to the finishing point at Inverness Castle, overlooking Scotland’s cultural capital of the Highlands.

Walk: 30km. This can be reduced to approx 15kms by arranging a transfer to Abriachan Forest at the time of booking and walking to Inverness from there. We recommend that you consider our 6-day trip which splits this day into two.
Ascent: 530m
Descent: 450m
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Drumdale B&B
Just 5 minutes from the city centre, Drumdale is an original Victorian villa, with very well-preserved features. All rooms are en-suite, and breakfast is served in a traditional style room with a variety of continental and Scottish dishes such as Scots oats porridge and cooked Scottish breakfast.

Depending on your onward travel plans, the nearby train station is only a 10-minute taxi journey from your accommodation.

Meals included: Breakfast