Walk the West Highland Way, Scotland's most popular long-distance trail. Starting just north of Glasgow, the route runs for 150km along the shores of Loch Lomond and deep into the rugged highlands. Experience the friendly Scottish hospitality and the warmth of a wee dram after a day on the trails.
Beginning in the lowlands, forest trails lead to the eastern shores of Loch Lomond and into spectacular mountain landscapes. Venturing northwards, the route makes use of old drover's roads and ancient military tracks as you cross one of Europe's last great areas of wilderness, Rannoch Moor, to the famous Kingshouse Hotel. Known as a 'sanctuary in the wilderness', enjoy a local craft brew with views across to Buachaille Etive Mor, Scotland's most photographed mountain. Climb the Devil's staircase and descend to Kinlochleven before ending at the lively, highland town of Fort William.
per person twin/double share
Accommodations charge the same price per room regardless of whether there are one or two people occupying it. To cover the cost of a room when occupied by one person we need to charge the single occupancy fee.
per person
Pack-free walking
25+ years experience
Customised
Eco Travel
During this tour, you will spend each night In 3-star hotels.(occasionally a 4* hotel) and guest houses. The accommodation on this tour has been chosen for its location. A real highlight is the Kingshouse Hotel which has been welcoming walkers for decades. Your hosts are knowledgeable about the region and are happy to help with any questions or assistance you might need. Of course, you can always call us too should you need anything during your walk. As many of the overnight stays are in remote settings, on occasion we may have to book another similar accommodation of equal standard. We will discuss these options with you during the booking process. For this tour, we would always advise booking as soon as you have chosen your travel dates. The hotels on this tour get very busy.
Dining
You will be provided with 8 breakfasts. If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please let us know at the time of booking so we can let your hosts know. Should you have severe food allergies, it’s always worth bringing a few of your own snacks with you.
Single Rooms
If you are travelling with friends and family but would like your own then just let us know at the time of booking. Single rooms can be booked for an additional payment.
It’s well worth investing some time and effort preparing for your walking holiday. The graph shows the average daily distance, elevation and terrain difficulty for your hike. The dotted line indicates the average across all our walks, which will give you a feel for how challenging your walk is compared to all – and the recommended type, and amount, of preparation needed. Of course, you can adapt this according to your existing fitness levels and lifestyle.
The graph and the information below can be used in conjunction with the fitness guide to help you prepare for your walking adventure. Across all walks, average daily distance is 16.8km, average daily elevation is 448m, average terrain difficulty is 5/10.
Distance training is a major consideration in your overall training program. As you progress, incorporate longer walks into your training plan.
Schedule one or two long walks each week, gradually increasing the distance until you can comfortably cover 17-25 km in a single day. Also include walks on consecutive days to help your body adapt to the demands of walking for multiple days in a row. Take every opportunity you can to walk. If you have a fitness watch or phone, you should try to reach >15,000 steps every day.
Ensure you can comfortably walk the average distance per day displayed in the graph, at least one month before you undertake your hike.
Elevation training is a major consideration in your overall training program. You must include walks with serious hill climbs.
If you do not have access to hills, it is essential to replicate the elevation level you will be undertaking in any way possible such as on a treadmill or stair climber. Walking up and down stairs at work, at a local oval with a grandstand, or up and down small hills is incredibly useful. Also, prioritising resistance weight training will help you develop overall muscle strength. Elevation is often where walkers encounter problems, opposed to distance, as it uses an entirely different set of muscles to everyday flat walking.
If high altitude is a factor, incorporate sessions at a higher altitude to acclimatise your body to reduced oxygen levels if you are able to. Ensure you can comfortably walk the average elevation per day displayed in the graph, at least one month before you undertake your hike.
As terrain associated with mountain climbs is often somewhat uneven and rocky, balancing and core exercises are vital.
Try to also include some form of elevation in more than 50% of your walking and prioritise resistance training, whilst incorporating stairs anytime you can. Walking up mountains or hills, up and down stairs at work, or up and down at a local oval with a grandstand is incredibly useful. Elevation is often where walkers encounter problems not distance, as it uses an entirely different set of muscles to everyday flat walking. Concentrate on doing lots of squats and lunges to build your glute muscles.
This walk is available from April through to October.
So the saying goes in Scotland, always be prepared for a change of weather! Regardless of when you travel, you can experience rainy days with temperatures dipping to 12°C and on the same day, clear skies and sunshine of up to 22°C. In the early and later weeks of the season, it isn’t unusual to see snow on the mountain tops and you may even experience a frost. May and June are usually the months with the least rainfall, followed by July, August and September. However, what Scotland lacks in warm weather, it truly makes up for it with hospitality.
Graded moderate with several moderate to challenging days. An active lifestyle makes walking more enjoyable. Along with your usual walks, an exercise regime of 2 to 3 times a week is needed. Typically, days are generally easy-going underfoot and you should be used to be covering up to 25km per day with up to 600m of ascent and descent. The route will have sections of ascending, rocky trails and in places, lose terrain underfoot. Trails are very well-defined and very well way-marked. You will walk on forest tracks, hill paths, bridleways and across the moorland. You will also walk through some towns and villages. Although the route is well waymarked, for each of your walks, you will be provided with daily walk summaries, a map, a guidebook and the GPX tracks if you require to use them for your own device. The weather in Scotland can change quickly and as such, you should always be prepared.
This walk starts in Milngavie, Glasgow and finishes in Fort William.
To Milngavie
Milngavie is a 20-minute train journey north of Glasgow city. Glasgow Airport has extensive connections to most UK and many international airports. The airport connects through to the central station via the Airport Shuttle bus (journey time around 30mins). From the central station, you can take a train service to Milngavie.
If travelling from London, we would suggest taking a domestic flight to either Glasgow or Edinburgh and then catching the train to Milngavie.
Caledonian Sleeper Train
A great way to travel from London is by taking the overnight Caledonian Sleeper train. Depending on the day, services depart London Euston around 11 pm, travel through the night and arrive in Glasgow at around 7.30 am the following day.
Onward Travel From Fort William
Fort William has great train connections through to Glasgow (4hrs), Edinburgh (5hrs) and London. Travelling to London you can either travel during the day (9hrs, with a change of stations in Glasgow) or return by the Caledonian Sleeper service, departing Fort William at 11 pm and arriving the next morning into London Euston at 8 am.
For all train travel in the UK, please check The Trainline or National Rail for timetables, prices and ticket purchases.
If travelling on the Caledonian Sleeper Service, please check Caledonian Sleeper for information.
Another useful planning tool for travel is Rome2Rio should you be travelling from, or to, other destinations.
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
$2195
Walk the West Highland Way, Scotland's most popular long-distance trail. Starting just north of Glasgow, the route runs for 150km along the shores of Loch Lomond and deep into the rugged highlands. Experience the friendly Scottish hospitality and the warmth of a wee dram after a day on the trails.
Beginning in the lowlands, forest trails lead to the eastern shores of Loch Lomond and into spectacular mountain landscapes. Venturing northwards, the route makes use of old drover's roads and ancient military tracks as you cross one of Europe's last great areas of wilderness, Rannoch Moor, to the famous Kingshouse Hotel. Known as a 'sanctuary in the wilderness', enjoy a local craft brew with views across to Buachaille Etive Mor, Scotland's most photographed mountain. Climb the Devil's staircase and descend to Kinlochleven before ending at the lively, highland town of Fort William.
per person twin/double share
Accommodations charge the same price per room regardless of whether there are one or two people occupying it. To cover the cost of the accommodation when occupied by one person we need to charge the single occupancy fee.
per person
Pack-free walking
25+ years experience
Customised
Eco Travel
During this tour, you will spend each night In 3-star hotels.(occasionally a 4* hotel) and guest houses. The accommodation on this tour has been chosen for its location. A real highlight is the Kingshouse Hotel which has been welcoming walkers for decades. Your hosts are knowledgeable about the region and are happy to help with any questions or assistance you might need. Of course, you can always call us too should you need anything during your walk. As many of the overnight stays are in remote settings, on occasion we may have to book another similar accommodation of equal standard. We will discuss these options with you during the booking process. For this tour, we would always advise booking as soon as you have chosen your travel dates. The hotels on this tour get very busy.
Dining
You will be provided with 8 breakfasts. If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please let us know at the time of booking so we can let your hosts know. Should you have severe food allergies, it’s always worth bringing a few of your own snacks with you.
Single Rooms
If you are travelling with friends and family but would like your own then just let us know at the time of booking. Single rooms can be booked for an additional payment.
It’s well worth investing some time and effort preparing for your walking holiday. The graph shows the average daily distance, elevation and terrain difficulty for your hike. The dotted line indicates the average across all our walks, which will give you a feel for how challenging your walk is compared to all – and the recommended type, and amount, of preparation needed. Of course, you can adapt this according to your existing fitness levels and lifestyle.
The graph and the information below can be used in conjunction with the fitness guide to help you prepare for your walking adventure. Across all walks, average daily distance is 16.8km, average daily elevation is 448m, average terrain difficulty is 5/10.
Distance training is a major consideration in your overall training program. As you progress, incorporate longer walks into your training plan.
Schedule one or two long walks each week, gradually increasing the distance until you can comfortably cover 17-25 km in a single day. Also include walks on consecutive days to help your body adapt to the demands of walking for multiple days in a row. Take every opportunity you can to walk. If you have a fitness watch or phone, you should try to reach >15,000 steps every day.
Ensure you can comfortably walk the average distance per day displayed in the graph, at least one month before you undertake your hike.
Elevation training is a major consideration in your overall training program. You must include walks with serious hill climbs.
If you do not have access to hills, it is essential to replicate the elevation level you will be undertaking in any way possible such as on a treadmill or stair climber. Walking up and down stairs at work, at a local oval with a grandstand, or up and down small hills is incredibly useful. Also, prioritising resistance weight training will help you develop overall muscle strength. Elevation is often where walkers encounter problems, opposed to distance, as it uses an entirely different set of muscles to everyday flat walking.
If high altitude is a factor, incorporate sessions at a higher altitude to acclimatise your body to reduced oxygen levels if you are able to. Ensure you can comfortably walk the average elevation per day displayed in the graph, at least one month before you undertake your hike.
As terrain associated with mountain climbs is often somewhat uneven and rocky, balancing and core exercises are vital.
Try to also include some form of elevation in more than 50% of your walking and prioritise resistance training, whilst incorporating stairs anytime you can. Walking up mountains or hills, up and down stairs at work, or up and down at a local oval with a grandstand is incredibly useful. Elevation is often where walkers encounter problems not distance, as it uses an entirely different set of muscles to everyday flat walking. Concentrate on doing lots of squats and lunges to build your glute muscles.
This walk is available from April through to October.
So the saying goes in Scotland, always be prepared for a change of weather! Regardless of when you travel, you can experience rainy days with temperatures dipping to 12°C and on the same day, clear skies and sunshine of up to 22°C. In the early and later weeks of the season, it isn’t unusual to see snow on the mountain tops and you may even experience a frost. May and June are usually the months with the least rainfall, followed by July, August and September. However, what Scotland lacks in warm weather, it truly makes up for it with hospitality.
Graded moderate with several moderate to challenging days. An active lifestyle makes walking more enjoyable. Along with your usual walks, an exercise regime of 2 to 3 times a week is needed. Typically, days are generally easy-going underfoot and you should be used to be covering up to 25km per day with up to 600m of ascent and descent. The route will have sections of ascending, rocky trails and in places, lose terrain underfoot. Trails are very well-defined and very well way-marked. You will walk on forest tracks, hill paths, bridleways and across the moorland. You will also walk through some towns and villages. Although the route is well waymarked, for each of your walks, you will be provided with daily walk summaries, a map, a guidebook and the GPX tracks if you require to use them for your own device. The weather in Scotland can change quickly and as such, you should always be prepared.
This walk starts in Milngavie, Glasgow and finishes in Fort William.
To Milngavie
Milngavie is a 20-minute train journey north of Glasgow city. Glasgow Airport has extensive connections to most UK and many international airports. The airport connects through to the central station via the Airport Shuttle bus (journey time around 30mins). From the central station, you can take a train service to Milngavie.
If travelling from London, we would suggest taking a domestic flight to either Glasgow or Edinburgh and then catching the train to Milngavie.
Caledonian Sleeper Train
A great way to travel from London is by taking the overnight Caledonian Sleeper train. Depending on the day, services depart London Euston around 11 pm, travel through the night and arrive in Glasgow at around 7.30 am the following day.
Onward Travel From Fort William
Fort William has great train connections through to Glasgow (4hrs), Edinburgh (5hrs) and London. Travelling to London you can either travel during the day (9hrs, with a change of stations in Glasgow) or return by the Caledonian Sleeper service, departing Fort William at 11 pm and arriving the next morning into London Euston at 8 am.
For all train travel in the UK, please check The Trainline or National Rail for timetables, prices and ticket purchases.
If travelling on the Caledonian Sleeper Service, please check Caledonian Sleeper for information.
Another useful planning tool for travel is Rome2Rio should you be travelling from, or to, other destinations.
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
$2195
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