The
West Highland Way
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95
miles, 4 - 10 days
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Milngavie,
Glasgow to Fort William
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Grade: Moderate
- Challenging
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Discover the spectacular landscape of Scotland’s western
highlands on the West Highland Way. Towering mountains, tranquil
lochs and rushing rivers combine to reward you with a unique
and ever changing landscape as you journey 95 miles from Milngavie
(Glasgow) to Fort William. Best described as Scotland’s
finest long distance walk the trail is well waymarked and offers
a thoroughly rewarding walking adventure.
After leaving Milngavie, the trail almost immediately
has that wonderful countryside feel passing through Mugdock Country
Park
on route to the small village of Drymen. Glengoyne Distillery is
another very worthwhile attraction on this section. Thereafter
we reach Loch Lomond via Conic Hill which gives a splendid panorama
of the great fault in particular. Next you travel through the
wonderful Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park towards Crianlarich.
Tyndrum, Bridge of Orchy and Loch Tulla are all passed on the
way to the Kings House Hotel which lies on the remote Rannoch
Moor. The mountains all around you are simply stunning and our
walk continues onto Kinlochleven via the “Devil’s
Staircase”, before finally reaching Fort William, a bustling
town situated at the head of Loch Linnhe.
Macs Adventure offers a wide range of itineraries from
4 to 10 days of walking on a self guided basis . (Guided
Holidays are also available)Every holiday we offer features hand-picked
overnight accommodation in high quality
B&B’s, country inns, and guesthouses, each is unique
and offers the highest levels of welcome, atmosphere and local
cuisine, daily door to door baggage transfer, a comprehensive
guidebook, detailed map and information pack as well as emergency
support.
Highlights:
• Walking on the banks of Loch Lomond through the Loch Lomond and
Trossachs National Park
• A visit to the world famous Drovers Inn at Inverarnan for a well
deserved pint or even a wee dram
• Walking through a wonderful wilderness landscape across Rannoch
Moor
• Meeting other walkers from all over the world
• Staying in the remote Kings House Hotel overlooking the famous
mountain Buachaille Etive Mor
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Getting to Fort William with a real sense of achievement having
passed through some of Scotland’s finest scenery
"The trip lived up to everything you suggested and certainly
proved that it ranked as a truly 'unforgettable' experience.
Your choices of accommodationreally added to the experience and
special mention should be made to the the staff at the Bridge
of Orchy Hotel and Geroge at Tigh-na-Cheo for their memorably
warm welcomes. From everyone on the BBC team we wish you a very
good season and hope many more clients continue to enjoy your
excellent services." - Clare Jones, Co-author,
BBC Book 'Unforgettable Walks To Take Before You Die'
"Hi, you booked a last-minute walking
holiday for me on the West Highland Way. I'm finally taking
a moment to send you my thanks!
The trip went off without a hitch and it was, by far, the best vacation I have
ever taken. Every day was perfect, the lodging you selected was great, and
the baggage service was a lifesaver. I will remember this trip for the rest
of my life. Thank you!" Heidi Jugovic, Canada
For more information follow the links
below or Download
the West Highland Way PDF Brochure Now>>
| West Highland Way Quickfacts |
| Walk |
The West Highland Way - Self Guided |
| Start/Finish |
Milngavie (Glasgow)/Fort William |
| Distance/Grade |
153 km (95 miles) /Moderate to hard. |
| Navigation |
Waymarked throughout (Easy) |
| Accommodation |
Hand-picked B&B, Guesthouse &
Country Inns. More>> |
| Itineraries: |
The 95 mile national trail from 4 to
10 days. More>>
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| Availability |
March
to October on
any start date. More>> |
| Price |
From £290
to £555 per person sharing.More>> |
| Highlights |
Loch Lomond through
the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, the
world famous Drovers Inn at Inverarnan for a well deserved
pint or even a wee dram, wonderful wilderness landscape across
Rannoch Moor, meeting other walkers from all over the world,
staying in the remote Kings House Hotel overlooking the famous
mountain
Buachaille Etive Mor, arriving in Fort William with a real sense of achievement
having passed
through some of Scotland’s finest scenery. |
| Travel |
Not included, visit our travel page
for more details. |
| Brochure |
Download our Detailed PDF Brochure>> |
| Booking |
Please contact
us if you have any further queries or click
here to book now. |
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