Day 1: Arrival, flight to Edinburgh in Scotland

Make your own way to the start hotel.

In the evening, meet the group over a relaxed dinner.

Flights can be booked through us on request.

Day 2: On the West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Bridge of Orchy

To ease into our Scotland walking week, we set off on a very scenic and varied walk along one of the early stages of the West Highland Way, following in the footsteps of the Scottish clans. After a transfer by charter bus, we set off directly from our hotel in Tyndrum and walk to Birdge of Orchy. The route is anything but dull as we make our way through a valley framed by the mountains Beinn Odhar, Beinn Dorain and Beinn Bhreac-Leiath. Up to Bridge of Orchy, the path runs almost parallel to the railway line between Glasgow and Fort William. From here we take the train back to our hotel, approx. 10,5 km
approx. 3,5 hrs
max. 150 metres of ascent

Day 3: On the West Highland Way from Inverarnan to Tyndrum

In the morning we take the bus to Inverarnan. From here we enjoy an easy walk on mostly level, gently undulating paths along a former 17th-century military road on the 4th stage of the West Highland Way. Here and there you first see small waterfalls before the larger Falls of Falloch appear. The terrain remains open throughout, offering wonderful views over the wide landscape. approx. 21 km
approx. 6 hrs
max. 300 metres of ascent (the walk can also be shortened to 10 km)

Day 4: West Highland Railway Line

We start today’s programme with a wonderfully wild and romantic ride on the West Highland Railway Line to Bridge of Orchy. From there we walk to Kingshouse. We cross Rannoch Moor to the famous Pass of Glencoe. This walk across the moor captivates with glorious wide views over gentle hills in countless shades of green and brown that you can never tire of. It runs past picturesque lochs with white sandy beaches, far from any road. If there are still any mythical creatures or unicorns anywhere, it’s here. We then take the bus from Kingshouse back to the hotel. approx. 16 km
approx. 5 hrs
max. 275 metres of ascent

Day 5: From Kinlochleven to Fort William

Our final walk in the Scottish Highlands follows the last section of the West Highland Way through beautiful Highland glens from Kinlochleven to Fort William. The walk begins with a short but steep climb, rewarded with a last view back over Kinlochleven. After that it’s more gentle, up through a wide high valley to the pass, after which the path descends again. The path winds down past an old ruin and a small loch. We then head through woodland down into Fort William. We stroll into town to the official end point of the West Highland Way and through the lively centre to our hotel. You can shorten the walk as you wish / approx. 12 - 23 km
approx. 3 - 6 hrs

Day 6: Ben Nevis - the highest mountain in Great Britain

Today brings one of the highlights of our Scotland walking week: we climb Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Great Britain at 1.343 metres. Even on the ascent, and especially from the summit, we are rewarded with impressive panoramic views. If you don’t want to go all the way to the top, you can walk only as far as Lochan Meall, a loch halfway up, and soak up the atmosphere there. In good weather we can take in the whole of the Scottish Highlands and many of the Hebridean islands. The more relaxed alternative route (approx. 2 - 4 hrs) leads us through Glen Nevis with its beautiful waterfalls. approx. 17 km
approx. 7 hrs
max. 1.350 metres of ascent

Day 7: Discovery drive to Edinburgh - Loch Ness · Great Glen · whisky distillery

After our eventful walks, today’s programme is a bus journey to Edinburgh. We drive along the Great Glen and the Caledonian Canal to the legendary Loch Ness. We then stop for a guided tour of a whisky distillery followed by a tasting. Afterwards we continue to Edinburgh. Here we take a short city tour and explore the city’s highlights. The evening is at leisure.

Day 8: Individual journey home

Depending on your flight time, you may still have time after breakfast for your own plans in Edinburgh.

After arriving in Edinburgh, you walk sections of the West Highland Way. From Tyndrum to Bridge of Orchy and onwards via Inverarnan, across Rannoch Moor to Kingshouse, as well as from Kinlochleven to Fort William. A journey on the West Highland Line is included. At Ben Nevis you can choose a summit ascent or an easier walk in Glen Nevis. Return through the Great Glen to Loch Ness with a visit to a whisky distillery. Finish in Edinburgh.

Flight not included in the price - on request we can arrange a low-cost flight for you.