Walking Holidays in Scotland

Macs Adventure is a Scottish company. The first trip we made available to the public was the West Highland Way, back in 2003 and ever since we have worked hard to get our style of trip in every beautiful corner of the country that we can.  

From humble beginnings, we now send over 6000 walkers every year into the wilds of Scotland, each experiencing this glorious country in exactly the way they want. We provide the freedom to choose your route, itinerary and travel companions and to discover Scotland at your own pace. 

We know how daunting it can be, setting off on an adventure like this and we quickly realised how important it was to have amazing partners on the ground to deal locally with any issues that you might come across.  We were the first company many accommodation owners had ever met, and we extensively toured around Scotland, making friends, drinking many cups of tea and reassuring everyone that Macs Adventure were going to be a great company to work with. 

We offer a flexible walkers experience that gets you in comfortable, friendly overnight accommodation in local B&Bs and guesthouses. We carry your bags to lighten your load so you can concentrate on simply putting one foot in front of the other and enjoying the unique culture, food and scenery of the less-travelled parts of Scotland. No hostels, no leaky tents, no heavy bags on your back, just a well planned holiday you can book with confidence that we have it all covered for you. 

We want to showcase our expertise, by giving you all the resources you will ever need.  In the planning stage, we have free guides, comprehensive videos and a host of staff with their own Scottish walking experience, waiting to answer your questions. On the routes, we use high-quality digital mapping as well as the best maps and guidebooks to make sure you find your way.  

We love Scotland with a passion and our main aim is to make sure that you do too.  

• Best for classic long-distance bucket list: West Highland Way
• Best for those who have already walked the WHW: Great Glen Way
• Best for those looking for a challenge: Isle of Skye
• Best for coastal walking: Fife Coastal Path
• Best pilgrimage in the UK: St Cuthbert’s Way
• Best Island walking: Arran Coastal Way or Skye & Outer Hebrides

A Macs Adventure self-guided walking holiday includes hand-picked accommodations with breakfast, daily luggage transfers, and detailed route information with maps via the Macs app. With 24/7 emergency support, you can walk independently while we take care of the logistics, so you can focus on the freedom, stunning scenery, and local culture. 

When is the best time to go walking in Scotland?
The best time for walking in Scotland is from April to October, when the weather is mild, and the trails are at their best.

For a full breakdown of seasons, see our Best Time to go Walking in Scotland Blog.

What to pack for walking in Scotland?
Waterproof jacket and pants; sturdy, waterproof hiking boots; layered clothing for changing weather; a comfortable backpack and hydration system.

See our What to Pack Blog for a full list. 

Are luggage transfers included?

Yes! All of our classic Inn-to-Inn Scotland Walking Holidays include luggage transfers between accommodations. For more information on how these work, visit Luggage Transfers.  If you are travelling on one of our Rail & Hike Tours, you will be responsible for carrying your own luggage whilst travelling on trains. For Drive & Hike tours, luggage transfers are not required. 

How fit do I need to be?

We offer a variety of classic Scotland walking routes to suit every fitness level. Trips are graded based on walking distance and terrain, from Easy to Moderate adventures such as Walking in the Scottish Highlands, up to Strenuous trips like A Long Walk on the Isle of Skye.

Which trips are suitable for solo travellers?

Many of our Scotland trips are ideal for solo walkers, including popular classic routes such as the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way.

Do you offer trips suitable for walkers over 50?

Most of our walking routes are ideal for those over 50, with itineraries tailored to suit different fitness levels. Whether you prefer a gentler pace or a more challenging adventure, there’s something for everyone. For trips especially popular with this age group, check out our Walking Holidays in Scotland for Over 50s page.

Macs Adventure teamed up with organisations to support the trails we love.

We're donating £5 for every customer travelling along the West Highland Way.

These paths are like the lifeblood of our business, and it's our priority to make sure they're here for generations to come.

Learn more about the importance of trail maintenance.