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Cowal Way
Cowal Way
The Cowal Way is a magnificent 57 mile trail, starting in Portavadie on Loch Fyne and finishing in Inveruglas on the banks of Loch Lomond. The walk follows quiet roads, lochside paths and woodland trails through this tranquil and undiscovered area of Scotland. History and beauty prevail as you encounter ancient standing stones, burial cairns and rock carvings dating back to the Stone and bronze ages.
Your journey starts in Tarbert, Loch Fyne where you will spend your first night in the pretty fishing village. The following morning you catch the ferry to Portavadie where your walking adventure begins, heading up into Tighnabruaich you will be graced with great views behind over Loch Fyne. From here you follow quiet roads along the Kyle of Bute to Glendaruel and then north to Strachur. Lochgoilhead is your next overnight stop after the great views descending past Sruth Ban Falls and then on to Arrochar at the head of Loch long for your final nights stay. You can either end you walk here or the following morning walk on to Inveruglas which is the official end of the walk, climbing the Cobbler is a great end to a spectacular walk but make sure an add on an extra day for the climb.
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 outstanding local cuisine. We also include daily door to door baggage transfers, guide book with map and a pre-departure information pack as well as emergency support, should you need it.
Highlights:
- Immersing yourself in the history and culture of the Cowal Peninsula.
- Spectacular lochside and forest walking in the undiscovered Southwest Highlands.
- Breathing in the country air and experiencing the small villages on route.
- Searching for otters and greay seals on this wonderful walking adventure.
- Climbing the 'Cobbler' at the end of the walk with its fantastic views over the islands of Bute, Arran and Loch Long.
Prices from £ 325.00
Tour Reviews
Quick facts
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Start/Finish: Portavadie/Inveruglus
Distance: 57 miles
Duration: 4 - 6 Days
Accommodation: B&B, Guest House & Hotel
Availability: April - October
Is it for me?: If you are a fan of remote and wild walking then the Cowal Way could be just for you. With an abundance of wildlife in an area soaked in history this makes for a wonderful long distance walk. Why not combine this walk with the Kintyre Way and the West Highland Way, both within easy reach.
Price from: £ 325.00
Miggs and Keith Coggan
"Keith and I would like to say thank you for such great organisation and flair. Our Hadrian’s Wall path walk went well and to plan, with excellent accommodation, which you organised. The variety was perfect, with its mix of small B&Bs, pubs, farm stays etc. The distances each day were just right for us and didn’t stretch us overly, yet gave us time to look around and absorb the history and scenery we were passing through."
Carol Cunningham
"Thank you very much for arranging a very enjoyable walk on Hadrians Wall. The accommodation and baggage transfer was seamless and fortunately we had excellent weather. No accidents, very few blisters and 8 contented walkers. Many thanks once again, we shall definitely consider you for future walks."