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Choose from our wide range of self guided walking holidays in Scotland, England, Scotland, Ireland,Italy and Spain and discover why thousands of people trust us to organise their walking holiday each year.

Hand picked accommodation, daily door to door baggage transfer, detailed information packs and carefully planned itineraries are all included in your holiday so you can just relax and enjoy your walk.

If you are short for time a short walking break might suit? And if you would prefer to walk in good company why not join a friendly guided walking holiday in Scotland?

Isle of Skye Walking Holidays

A Long Walk on the Isle of Skye

Strenuous

From £495.00

Duration: 7 Days & 8 Nights, Distance: 73 miles

Discover the true history and people of Skye on your journey from end to end of this magnificent island.

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Across the Isle of Skye Walking Holidays

Across the Isle of Skye

Moderate to Strenuous

From £435.00

Duration: 6 Days & 7 Nights, Distance: 55 miles (88km)

Spectacular scenery, inspiring geology and turbulent history. Discover the true magic of the most famous of Scotland’s islands on our easier Isle of Skye walk.

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Antrim Glens and Causeway Coast

Antrim Glens and Causeway Coast

Easy to Moderate

From £540.00

Duration: 6 Days & 7 Nights, Distance: 64 Miles (102 km)

Antrim Glens and Causeway Coast is a combination of The Moyle Way and the Causeway Coastal Walk.

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Arran Coastal Way Holidays

Arran Coastal Way

Moderate

From £310.00

Duration: 4 - 7 Days, Distance: 64 miles (102 km)

A wonderful relaxed walk where you walk along beautiful coastal stretches, have the option to climb Goat Fell for a spectacular view, or visit the Kings Cave.

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Ben Nevis

Ben Nevis (Private Guiding)

Moderate to Strenuous

From £250.00

Duration: 1 Day, Distance: 1,344m (4,408ft)

Ben Nevis is Britain's highest mountain and we specialise in helping people achieve their dreams by reaching the top. We offer a range of private guiding services on Ben Nevis.

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Ben Nevis

Ben Nevis Adventure

Moderate to Strenuous

From £175.00

Duration: 2 days & 1 night, Distance: 1,344m (4,408ft)

An action packed weekend climbing Ben Nevis, Scotland’s highest mountain, that you won't forget in a hurry. Make the most of your weekend.

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Camino de Santiago

Camino de Santiago

Moderate

From £325.00

Duration: 5 - 35 Days, Distance: 113 - 780km

The Camino de Santiago or Way of St James is a journey of the soul along an ancient pilgrimage route from the Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela. Walk the whole way or just a week or two, you will never forget it...

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The Cateran Trail Walking Holiday

Cateran Trail

Easy to Moderate

From £345.00

Duration: 5 - 6 Days, Distance: 64 miles (102 km)

Experience the best of Scottish country life, wildlife in abundance, wide open spaces and small highland villages on The Cateran Trail.

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The Cleveland Way

Cleveland Way

Moderate

From £335.00

Duration: 5 - 10 Days, Distance: 110 miles (176 km)

The Cleveland Way follows the perimeter of the North York Moors, providing wonderful countryside and coastal walking.

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Coast to Coast Holiday

Coast to Coast Walk

Moderate to Strenuous

From £375.00

Duration: 6 - 16 Days Walking, Distance: 190 Miles (304km)

The Coast to Coast, from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay, is one of the World's great walks. Two Coasts, three National Parks and 191 miles of spectacular scenery make this the a classic walk.

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Cotswold Way Walking Holiday

Cotswold Way

Easy to Moderate

From £405.00

Duration: 7 - 10 Days, Distance: 102 Miles (165 km)

Walk through the quintessential English landscape of the Cotswolds. Magnificent landscapes, beautiful Cotswold villages and the city of Bath. The Cotswold Way is an outstanding walking holiday.

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Cowal Way

Cowal Way

Moderate

From £325.00

Duration: 4 - 6 Days, Distance: 57 miles

Tranquil walking and undiscovered beauty make this hidden area of Scotland a real adventure.

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Dales Way

Dales Way

Moderate

From £395.00

Duration: 6 - 8 Days, Distance: 78 Miles (124km)

The Dales Way takes you from the rugged magnificence of Yorkshire to the majestic finery of the Lake District.

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Fife Coastal Path Walking Holidays

Fife Coastal Path

Moderate

From £240.00

Duration: 3 - 7 Walking Days, Distance: 31 - 81 miles

Historic castles and caves, an abundance of wildlife and fresh local cuisine make this walk a real Scottish adventure.

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Fife Coastal Path Walking Holidays

Fife Coastal Path Short Break

Easy to Moderate

From £240.00

Duration: 3 Days & 4 Nights, Distance: 31 miles ( 50km)

Historic castles and caves, traditional fishing villages and spectacular scenery make this short break in Fife one to remember.

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Great Glen Way Walking Holidays

Great Glen Way

Easy to Moderate

From £335.00

Duration: 4 - 8 Days, Distance: 73 miles (117km)

A wonderful relaxed walking holiday through beautiful forests, peaceful working canals and magnificent brooding lochs.

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West Highland Way Holidays

Guided West Highland Way

Moderate

From £0.00

Duration: 7 Days & 7 Nights, Distance: 95 miles (152km)

Scotland’s most popular walk and runs 95 miles from Milngavie, just outside of Glasgow, to Fort William. Our guided walking holiday is a wonderful way to enjoy this beautiful walk in good company.

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Hadrian's Wall Path

Hadrian's Wall Path

Easy to Moderate

From £225.00

Duration: 3 - 9 Days, Distance: 84 miles (134 km)

This is a fascinating and rewarding journey alongside one of Britain’s Iconic landmarks.

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Heart of Scotland Short Break

Heart of Scotland

Easy to Moderate

From £225.00

Duration: 3 Days & 4 Nights, Distance: 20-30 Miles

Experience the plethora of walks laid out in Highland Perthshire. The Heart of Scotland is a relaxed walking holiday from Blair Atholl to Pitlochry through the countryside of Highland Perthshire.

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Highland Perthshire Trail Walking Holiday

Highland Perthshire Trail

Easy to Moderate

From £450.00

Duration: 5 - 9 Days, Distance: 55 miles (88 km)

Discover Scotland’s vibrant culture and explore beautiful landscapes on this gentle walking holiday through the heart of Scotland.

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Hill Towns of Tuscany

Hill Towns of Tuscany

Easy to Moderate

From £775.00

Duration: 6 Days & 7 Nights, Distance: 6 Days Walking

Hill Towns of Tuscany is an invigorating self-guided walking holiday through the breathtaking Tuscan landscape between fascinating renaissance towns and monasteries.

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The Kintyre Way Walking Holiday

Kintyre Way

Moderate

From £355.00

Duration: 5 - 7 Days, Distance: 89 miles (142 km)

What better way to discover the ruined castles, rich wildlife, fabulous local seafood, welcoming hotels and magnificent scenery than on foot.

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Lady Anne's Way Walking Holiday

Lady Anne's Way

Moderate

From £430.00

Duration: 6 - 9 Days, Distance: 100 miles (160 km)

Follow in the footsteps of the remarkable Lady Anne Clifford through the wonderful and attractive Yorkshire Dales and up into the Eden Valley, a facinating and inspiring walk.

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Multi-Activity Tour Scotland

Multi Activity Scotland

Moderate

From £475.00

Duration: 6 Days & 5 Nights, Distance: 6 Days

Get up close and personal with the Real Scotland. Sea kayak past ancient castles, climb Ben Nevis, walk on the Scottish Islands, mountain bike in the Cairngorms National Park and raft in Highland Perthshire.

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Ring of Kerry

Ring of Kerry

Easy to Moderate

From £460.00

Duration: 6 days & 7 nights, Distance: 80 miles (129 km)

Founded 25 years ago, the Ring of Kerry, is one of Ireland’s premier walking routes and the ideal walk to explore this scentic area.

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Rob Roy Way Walking Holiday

Rob Roy Way

Easy to Moderate

From £395.00

Duration: 6 - 7 Days, Distance: Up to 79 miles (127km)

As you follow the Rob Roy Way through atmospheric highland glens, you will feel his legend and understand his passion for this special place.

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Speyside Way

Speyside Way

Easy to Moderate

From £350.00

Duration: 5 - 7 Days, Distance: Up to 92 miles (148km)

As you make your way south-west from Buckie towards Aviemore you cannot fail to be impressed by the fantastic landscape in this whisky distilling region of North East Scotland.

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St Cuthbert's Way

St Cuthbert's Way

Easy to Moderate

From £315.00

Duration: 4 - 8 days, Distance: Up to 62 miles (99km)

A fascinating historical walking holiday through the less trodden Scottish Borders and Northumberland countryside, finishing on the spectacular Holy Island.

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St Oswald's Way

St. Oswald's Way

Moderate

From £255.00

Duration: 3 - 9 Walking Days, Distance: 97 miles (155km)

This is a fascinating, historical 97 mile walk through some of the finest landscapes of Northumberland.

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The Amalfi Coast Walking Holiday

The Amalfi Coast

Moderate

From £495.00

Duration: 6 Days & 7 Nights, Distance: 63 km

The Amalfi Coastal walk is a stunning and picturesque walk which crosses ancient pathways and passes small Italian villages and towns where you can soak up the local atmosphere.

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Cumbria Way Walking Holiday

The Cumbria Way

Easy to Moderate

From £355.00

Duration: 5 - 6 Days, Distance: 70 miles (112 km)

Experience the best of the English Lake District and Cumbria. The Cumbria Way is a relaxed walking holiday from Ulverston to Cumbria through the Lake District.

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The Dingle Way

The Dingle Way

Moderate

From £510.00

Duration: 6 Days & 7 Nights, Distance: 65 miles (104 km)

National Geographic Traveller guidebook describes the Dingle Peninsula as “the most beautiful place on earth” and walking The Dingle Way allows you to immerse yourself in that raw beauty.

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Trossachs Trail Walk

Trossachs Trail

Easy

From £225.00

Duration: 3-4 Days, Distance: 29 - 41 Miles

Experience the best of the Scottish Trossachs. The Trossachs Trail is a relaxed short break walking circuit beginning in Callander through the Trossachs.

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Walking in Umbria

Walking in Umbria

Easy to Moderate

From £725.00

Duration: 8 Days & 7 Nights, Distance: 6 Days Walking

Rolling hills, vineyards, fields of sunflowers and olives groves dotted with medieval hilltop towns make walking through the wild, untamed countryside of Umbria a delight.

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West Highland Escape Short Break

West Highland Escape

Moderate

From £250.00

Duration: 3 Days & 4 Nights, Distance: 35 Miles

Experience the most dramatic part of the world famous West Highland Way. The West Highland Escape is a 3 day walking holiday from Bridge of Orchy to Fort William through the stunning highland scenery.

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West Highland Way

West Highland Way

Moderate to Strenuous

From £325.00

Duration: 4 - 10 Days, Distance: 95 miles (153 km)

Towering mountains, tranquil lochs and rushing rivers combine to reward you with a unique and ever changing landscape.

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Wicklow Way

Wicklow Way

Easy

From £460.00

Duration: 8 Days & 7 Nights, Distance: 44 miles (70 km)

Experience Irelands oldest waymarked trail, packed full of stunning scenery and an abundance of history, all on Dublin's doorstep.

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Find your perfect walking holiday

Macs Adventure offers a wide range of exciting walking holidays in Scotland, the UK and Europe. Take the time to explore an area on foot an you will gain unique insights into the landscape, wildlife, people and culture that so many miss.

A walking holiday gives you a certain sense of place that makes for a truly memorable holiday. At Macs Adventure we spend countless days walking on the trail each year and understand what makes for a truly memorable walking holiday and experience. World class trails, welcoming accommodation, great food and all those little details taken care of so you can relax and enjoy your time in the great outdoors.

So whether you are looking for a gentle week of walking in the sunshine in Highland Perthshire, a challenging walking tour on the West Highland Way or a Coast to Coast walk we have a walking holiday just for you.

Independent Walking Holidays

Independent walking holidays are a wonderful relaxed way to discover a country. Free to travel at your own pace and wander off the beaten track, you will discover the beauty of the area, the warmth of the people and spectacular landscapes.

Our independent walking holidays are tailor-made for you by a local specialist. You will stay at hand-picked country hotels, guesthouses and B&B's specially selected for their comfort and warmth of welcome. We supply you with detailed route notes, clear maps and a comprehensive information pack to guide you every step of the way, so there is no need for a guide. Each day your baggage will be collected and moved onto your next hotel so that you are free to walk each day with just a daypack.

Choose from our huge range of self-guided walking holidays in Scotland or why not explore Hadrian's Wall Path or perhaps soak up the sunshine in Italy or Spain on an independent walking holiday. So from the moment you decide to visit us, you can relax and look forward to an unforgettable walking holiday.

Small Group Guided Walking Holidays

Small groups, friendly and professional guides, spectacular landscapes and lively banter combine to make for unforgettable guided walking holidays with Macs Adventure.Guided walking holidays are perfect for those looking for the indepth insight into an area that only a local expert can provide.

Our walking guides are passionate about sharing their experience, skills and knowledge of the local area. It is the quality of our local guides, hand-picked accommodation, unique itineraries, perfect logistics and outstanding customer service which set our guided walking holidays in Scotland apart.

Tailor Made Walking Holidays and Tours

Our small passionate team will use their expert local knowledge to organise your perfect walking holiday. We help hundreds of individuals, small groups and hiking clubs to organise their walking adventures each year. Why not give us a call to discuss your walking plans and ideas.

What the press say about our walking holidays:

"With a good pair of hiking boots, and a week to spare, this is how to see Scotland." - Ethan Gilsdorf writing in The Boston Globe on The West Highland Way

"Having just returned from my West Highland Way trip I wanted to take the opportunity to formally thank you and all the staff at Macs Adventure for your assistance with our work on the book, "Unforgettable Walks to Take Before You Die". The trip lived up to everything you suggested and certainly proved that it ranked as a truly 'unforgettable' experience." - Clare Jones, Co-author, BBC Book 'Unforgettable Walks to Take Before You Die' 

What our customers say about our walking holidays:

"Just wanted to drop you a quick line to say a big thank you for the fantastic Ben Nevis trip for the weekend." - Richelle Olsen, London

“ We were really pleased with all the organisation, information pack, guide book and in particular, delighted with the accommodation booked for us which suited us perfectly. Our luggage was always there when we arrived and a welcome sight when tired and perhaps rather wet. This is the first time I have done a long distance walk with the support of a company and luggage carrier and I would recommend Macs Adventure to others who I know are planning a similar trip. So very many thanks!” Alison Johnston (UK)

“I would just like to say we had a really enjoyable holiday and would have no hesitation in recommending you to other people. Keep up the good work.”  - Jean Cresswell

“Just wanted to say, what an amazing walk and holiday we all had. Still speechless really. Absolutely amazing. Thanks for all the information and assistance.” - Pauline Roenisch, London