Scottish Coast to Coast Walk Map and Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive Perth

Perth is an elegant town of almost 50000 sited on the banks of the River Tay at the head of the Forth of Tay and the jumping off point for your coast to coast walk. Perth is easily accessible by road, rail and car from Glasgow and Edinburgh (1h20) or further afield.

Settle into your accommodation, take a stroll or visit St John’s Kirk.

Overnight: Perth

DAY 2: Perth to Bankfoot

After collecting a peddle from the banks of the River Tay you head north along the banks of the Tay to Luncarty and Stanley. The Tay is the longest river in Scotland and you will get to know it well over the next few days.

Walk: 19km (12m), 200m Ascent

Overnight: B&B or Inn in Bankfoot

DAY 3: Bankfoot to Dunkeld

Following a very quiet county road you quickly leave Bankfoot behind and climb gently alongside Garry Burn to Glen Garr. You may be tempted to climb the Obney Hills to visit either the obelix or prehistoric fort, which mark their summits. Continue to Dunkeld via the Rumbling Bridge and Hermitage. The Hermitage has long been a stopping point on the grand Scottish Tour. The mature forests, streams and waterfalls make for a delightful end to a pleasant day.

Dunkeld and Birnam straddle the River Tay and much of the townscape has been restored by Historic Scotland, making it one of Scotland’s prettiest towns. Dunkeld Cathedral is a particular highlight.

Walk: 15km (9m), Ascent/Descent: 300m/300m

Overnight: Dunkeld B&B, Inn or small hotel.

Day 4: Dunkeld to Aberfeldy

Today your Coast to Coast moves up a notch with a tough day over the moors and through forests to Aberfeldy. You start by following the old military road to Ballinloan and then climb over Grandtully Hill to Aberfeldy. The excellent cakes at the Watermill cafe in Aberfeldy should only be skipped in emergency!

Walk: 26 km (17m), Ascent/Descent:650m/600m

Overnight: Aberfeldy Guest House

DAY 5: Aberfeldy to Fortingall

The Birks of Aberfeldy are the first of many highlights on an action packed day to Fortingall. Following footpaths and farm roads you soon reach Kenmore at the head of Loch Tay. History biffs shouldn’t miss the Scottish Crannog centre or alternatoivey the Kenmore Hotel, one of many claimants to the title of Scotland’s oldest inn. Leaving Kenmore the route climbs over Drummond Hill, rewarding with expansive views of Loch Tay.

The hamlet of Fortingall is famous for having the oldest tree in Scotland and is reputedly the birth place of Pontius Pilate - the son of a Roman Legionary and a local girl.

Walk: 21km (13m), Ascent/Descent:750/750m

Overnight: The Fortingall Hotel

DAY 6: Fortingall to Kinloch Rannoch

Get ready for a wonderful day of classic Scottish hillwalking through an empty corner of the highlands. You follow a rough track to Glenmore Bothy, with the iconic shape of Schiehallion looming ahead. A ruined highland village lies at its feet. Once you climb over the shoulder of Schiehallion it is all downhill to the Kinloch Rannoch. The path is indistinct and very rough/boggy in sections, but the scenery more than makes up for it.

Walk: 17km (10m), Ascent/Descent: 700/650m

Overnight: Kinloch Rannoch Hotel or Guesthouse

DAY 7: Kinloch Rannoch to Rannoch Station

The empty highland landscape and dark waters of Loch Rannoch are your only companions as you walk to the remote Rannoch Station. You follow the small almost completely traffic free road on the southern shore of Loch Rannoch for most of the day, although some small off road diversions are possible.

Walk: 27km (17m), Ascent/Descent: 200/150m

Overnight: Moor of Rannoch Hotel

DAY 8: Across Rannoch Moor

The emptiness of Rannoch Moor is beguiling. A big sky landscape of marsh, rivers, lochs and bogs populated only by deer. Your walk follows an ancient right of way which cunningly finds a route through this empty, but beautiful, landscape. Kingshouse Hotel, sitting picture perfect in front of Buachaille Etive Mor marks the end of your day’s walk. (No baggage tranfer included on this day)

Walk: 19km (12m), Ascent/Descent:200/300m

Overnight: Kingshouse Hotel

Day 9: The Devil’s Staircase to Kinlochleven

Joining the West Highland Way you are soon climbing the Devil’s Staircase at the head of Glencoe. A short sharp climb rewards with 360 degree views of the peaks of the western highlands. Kinlochleven sits winking at you from the valley far below and you will be enjoying a drink before you know it.

Walk: 15km (9m), Ascent/Descent: 400/600m

Overnight: Kinlochleven B&B or Guesthouse

Day 10: Kinlochleven to Fort William

All that remains is a final push to the west coast at Fort William. Reflect on a coast to coast journey of contrasts as you walk through the remote Lairigmor pass towards Ben Nevis. Scotland’s highest mountain, which marks the end of your coast to coast epic. Well done!

Walk: 23km (14m), Ascent/Descent:650/650m

Overnight: Fort William Guesthouse of B&B

Day 11: Onward Travel

Continue your holiday in the highlands or return to Glasgow by train (4h) or bus (3h).

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