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The Rob Way - Self-guided Itineraries
Every walker is different and we have several itineraries on the Rob Roy Way.

Our most popular package is the six day and seven night option (RRW3) which breaks the walk down into managable sections and still gives you enough time to explore the many points of interest along the way. If you are not sure which option to go for please do not hesitate to contact us.

Additional nights can be added at any point along the lengh of the walk.

If you wish to see full details of any itinerary please click the details button for a full version.
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ITINERARIES
Code RRW3 RRW4  
6 Days & 7 Nights 7 Days & 8 Nights  
Day

Overnight

Dist

Overnight

Dist.    
0 Drymen 0m Drymen 0m    
1 Aberfoyle 10m Aberfoyle 10m    
2 Strathyre 16m Callander 10m    
3 Killin 12m Strathyre 9m    
4 Ardtalnaig 12m Killin 12m    
5 Aberfeldy 15m Ardtalnaig 12m    
6 Pitlochry 11m Aberfeldy 15m    
      Pitlochry 11m    
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Rob Roy Way - 6 Days and 7 Nights - RRW3

Day 0 - Arrive Drymen
A peaceful vilage nestled in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. There are numerous short walks you can take if you are looking to relax for the afternoon and several good pubs and restaurants.

Day 1 – Drymen to Aberfoyle – 10miles, 4 to 5 hours
You begin your journey by heading north along a minor road into the countryside. After entering Loch Ard forest you walk through part of the Loch Katrine water Scheme and then head down into the village of Aberfoyle. Keep an eye out for the cast iron coffins at Kirkton Church and the Scottish wool centre.

Day 2 – Aberfoyle to Strathyre – 16 miles, 6 - 8 hours
An unforgettable days walk through beautiful scenery as you head towards Callander, which sits on the edge of the Trossachs and is known as the gateway to the highlands. Your walk today is largely flat although the track gets rougher as you move through the glorious Menteith hills. On the descent towards Loch Venachar the mountain views are breathtaking. Callandar is a couple of miles off teh trail but if you do want to detour it is home to a thriving Rob Roy industry as this was the heart of his territory; don’t miss the Rob Roy story at the visitor centre.
As you leave Callander you enter the highlands along the route of a disused railway line and soon pass the Falls of Leny and St. Brides Chapel. Loch Lubnaig keeps you company with reflections of the surrounding hills. Strathyre is a charming little hamlet.

Day 3– Strathyre to Killin – 12 miles, 4 – 5 hours.
As you wander through the quiet highland Glens towards Killin you can imagine the ghost of Rob Roy walking beside you and the trials and tribulations he would have faced. A fantastic days walking with abundant historical interest and wildlife combined with ever changing mountain views. You pass the Falls of Dochart just before entering Killin with its attractive buildings and Breadalbane Folklore Centre.

Day 4 – Killin to Ardtalnaig– 12 miles, 6 - 7 hours.
An awesome day as we head cross country to Ardeonaig and then follow the shore of Loch Tay to Ardtalnaig. The cross-country section can be exposed in bad weather so if in doubt of your navigation skills it is better to follow the road to Kenmore. Given good weather this will be the highlight of your trip. There is no accommodation in Ardtalnaig so will will organise a transfer back to Killin for a second night and you will be transferred back in the morning.

Day 5– Ardtalnaig to Aberfeldy – 15 miles, 7 - 8 hours.
The day starts with a road section but then you head up into the hills above Aberfeldy. A lovely days walking in some of the best countryside that Perthshire has to offer. You will love it. Aberfeldy is a fairly large town with banks, supermarket etc. Don't miss the tea shop on the main street which does arguably the best cakes in Scotland.

Day 6 – Aberfeldy to Pitlochry – 11 miles, 5 - 6 hours.
After crossing The Wade Bridge (1773) you follow minor roads through the highland Perthshire countryside, passing mansions, estates and beautiful gardens. After walking through forests and over moorland you reach the pretty Victorian resort town of Pitlochry. Well done on completing the Rob Roy Way, drag yourself to one of the many local pubs and toast your achievement.

Rob Roy Way - 7 Days and 8 Nights - RRW4

Day 0 - Arrive Drymen
A peaceful vilage nestled in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. There are numerous short walks you can take if you are looking to relax for the afternoon and several good pubs and restaurants.

Day 1 – Drymen to Aberfoyle – 10miles, 4 to 5 hours
You begin your journey by heading north along a minor road into the countryside. After entering Loch Ard forest you walk through part of the Loch Katrine water Scheme and then head down into the village of Aberfoyle. Keep an eye out for the cast iron coffins at Kirkton Church and the Scottish wool centre.

Day 2 – Aberfoyle to Callander – 10 miles, 3 ½ to 4 ½ hours
An unforgettable days walk through beautiful scenery as you head towards Callander, which sits on the edge of the Trossachs and is known as the gateway to the highlands. After climbing the Mentieth Hills the descent towards Loch Venachar the mountain views are breathtaking. Calendar is home to a thriving Rob Roy industry as this was the heart of his territory; don’t miss the Rob Roy story at the visitor centre.

Day 3 – Callander to Strathyre - 9 miles, 3 – 4 hours
Treat yourself to a lie in and then immerse yourself in your highland experience. As you leave Callander you enter the highlands along the route of a disused railway line and soon pass the Falls of Leny and St. Brides Chapel. Loch Lubnaig keeps you company with reflections of the surrounding hills. For those feeling energetic there are several hills nearby which provide more of a challenge on this laid back day.

Day 4 – Strathyre to Killin – 12 miles, 4 – 5 hours.
As you wander through the quiet highland Glens towards Killin you can imagine the ghost of Rob Roy walking beside you and the trials and tribulations he would have faced. A fantastic days walking with abundant historical interest and wildlife combined with ever changing mountain views. You pass the Falls of Dochart just before entering Killin with its attractive buildings and Breadalbane Folklore Centre.

Day 5 – Killin to Ardtalnaig– 12 miles, 6 - 7 hours.
An awesome day as we head cross country to Ardeonaig and then follow the shore of Loch Tay to Ardtalnaig. The cross-country section can be exposed in bad weather so if in doubt of your navigation skills it is better to follow the road to Kenmore. Given good weather this will be the highlight of your trip. There is no accommodation in Ardtalnaig so will will organise a transfer back to Killin for a second night and you will be transferred back in the morning.

Day 6 – Ardtalnaig to Aberfeldy – 15 miles, 7 - 8 hours.
The day starts with a road section but then you head up into the hills above Aberfeldy. A lovely days walking in some of the best countryside that Perthshire has to offer. You will love it. Aberfeldy is a fairly large town with banks, supermarket etc. Don't miss the tea shop on the main street which does arguably the best cakes in Scotland.

Day 7 – Aberfeldy to Pitlochry – 11 miles, 4 – 5 hours.
After crossing The Wade Bridge (1773) you follow minor roads through the highland Perthshire countryside, passing mansions, estates and beautiful gardens. After walking through forests and over moorland you reach the pretty Victorian resort town of Pitlochry. Well done on completing the Rob Roy Way, drag yourself to one of the many local pubs and toast your achievement.