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Scottish Highlands

The Scottish Highlands stretch from Glencoe and Ben Nevis to Loch Lomond and the Glenfinnan Viaduct, some of the most dramatic hiking country in the UK. Macs Adventure plans active trips through the region with all the logistics handled for you.

Walk sections of the West Highland Way, combine a self-guided hike with a scenic rail journey, or bike through glens and past lochs, with routes suited to a range of fitness levels.

Macs Adventure has planned active vacations since 2003, trusted by 40,000+ travelers as a leader in self-guided travel.

Dramatic scenery in the Highlands

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Routes in Highlands

  • Scotland

    West Highland Way

    • Walking
    • 5–11 days
    • Easy - Moderate to Moderate - Challenging
    from$1,885CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Great Glen Way & Loch Ness

    • Walking
    • 5–9 days
    • Easy - Moderate to Moderate
    from$1,720CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Fife Coastal Path

    • Walking
    • 5–8 days
    • Easy - Moderate to Moderate
    from$1,645CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    The Highlands & Isle of Skye: Rail & Hike

    • Walking
    • 5–8 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$2,710CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    West Highland Line: Rail & Hike

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$2,935CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Great Glen Cycleway

    • Cycling
    • 5 days
    • Moderate - Challenging
    from$1,735CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Grand Tour of Scotland: Rail & Hike

    • Walking
    • 13 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$5,530CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Walking in the Scottish Highlands

    • Walking
    • 5–8 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$1,885CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Speyside Whisky Trail

    • Walking
    • 6 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$2,035CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Grand Tour of Scotland - 8 Days

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    • Easy
    from$3,490CAD pp
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Here's why travelers choose the Scottish Highlands for active travel led by you.

  • Iconic landmarks like Ben Nevis, Glencoe, and Loch Lomond
  • Sections of the West Highland Way and other classic trails
  • Rail & Hike routes combining trains with walking
  • Handpicked stays in Highland villages and towns
  • All logistics and luggage transfers handled for you
Great Glen Way high route through Abriachan

Highlands like a local

  • When's the best time to visit the Scottish Highlands?

    May to September offers the mildest weather and longest daylight for hiking and biking

  • What's the terrain like?

    Expect glens, lochside paths, and mountain trails, including sections near Ben Nevis and Glencoe, with a range of grades

  • Where do I stay?

    Handpicked B&Bs, guesthouses, and small hotels in Highland villages and towns

  • Are luggage transfers included?

    Yes, your bags are transferred between stops so you'll only carry a day pack

  • What's a Rail & Hike trip?

    It combines scenic Highland train journeys, like the route past the Glenfinnan Viaduct, with self-guided walking

  • How do I book?

    Choose your dates and route online or speak with our travel experts to plan a custom trip

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