An eleven centre walking tour across the glens and highlands of Scotland from Inverness to Mull with an extra night in Oban and finishing at Glasgow. A 12 night tour to savour, with lots of variety and interest, some of the most spectacular scenery in Scotland. The trek takes you from the east coast of Scotland to the west coast on the Atlantic, with the scenery becoming more magnificent as you trek westwards. 8 days walking and 3 transfer days. Included in the package are taxi transfers to walks where detailed, daily baggage transfer, high detail walking maps and detailed itineraries with train tickets from the finish to Glasgow. Our easiest Scotland coast to coast. We do not advise this for single travelers, unless you are very fit and able, due to its remoteness from habitation.
The trek starts from Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, to Ardnamurchan Point and the Atlantic Ocean, then you return with an overnight in Oban to Glasgow via the lovely Isle of Mull. Highlights include the Great Glen Way, the Caledonian Canal, magnificent Glenfinnan and wild Ardnamurchan. If you arrive at Glenfinnan on a Tuesday, the highlight, the next day, is a cruise on Loch Sheil (instead of a bus).

With daily baggage transfers, your baggage will await you when you arrive ready for a shower and change of clothes. We prefer the east to west route as the scenery becomes more and more magnificent as you go west, culminating in an unforgettable experience as you approach the Atlantic, through the magnificent wilderness of Ardnamurchan.

The package includes 12 nights accommodation in specially selected Bed and breakfasts, guest houses and hotels, 2 evening meals, taxi transfers where required, daily baggage transfers, high detail walking maps and detailed itineraries and train tickets from the finish of the walk to Glasgow via Oban.
Packed lunches are booked but NOT pre-paid. If you want them they can be ordered on arrival or purchased at local shops or along the way. We have included evening meals where stated as there are not really any realistic alternatives. In all other cases, evening meals are available in a number of places such as inns or restaurants near the accommodation.

This tour is operated by Explore Britain Walking based in County Durham in England.

START: Inverness is on the east coast of Scotland. Relax and spend a few days prior to your walk at a hotel in a nearby city.
FINISH: Glasgow on the central west coast of Scotland.

DAY ONE: Arrival at Inverness. You should arrive in time for dinner which is usually served at pubs and restaurants from 7pm (not included). Evening meal can be purchased at the hotel or nearby restaurants (not included). Overnight at Inverness.

DAY TWO: Walk from Inverness to Drumnadrochit 18 miles (29km). You follow the fast flowing River Ness out of the town and up onto the ridge overlooking Loch Ness. The walk mainly follows forest tracks and minor rural roads. This is your hardest days walk, because of the lack of accommodation along the route. Evening meal can be purchased at the hotel or nearby restaurant (not included). Overnight at Drumnadrochit.

DAY THREE: Walk from Drumnadrochit to Invermoriston 14 miles (22km). Mainly forest tracks, with some steep sections, and a minor road. Fantastic views of Loch Ness and the Great Glen from the forest track. Evening meal can be purchased at the hotel or nearby restaurant (not included). Overnight at Invermoriston.

DAY FOUR: Walk from Invermoriston to Fort Augustus 8 miles (13km). A shorter day today as you make your way through the forest to meet the Caledonian Canal at the pretty village of Fort Augustus. Evening meal can be purchased at the nearby pubs (not included). Overnight at Fort Augustus.

DAY FIVE: Walk from Fort Augustus to South Laggan 10.5 miles (17km). An easy day as you continue along the Great Glen Way following the Caledonian canal and alongside Loch Oich. Evening meal can be purchased at the nearby restaurant (not included). Overnight at South Laggan, Highland Region.

DAY SIX: Walk from South Laggan to Gairlochy 12 miles (20km). You join the Great Glen Cycleway (forest track) for a while, then a minor road. Evening meal is included at the accommodation. Overnight at Gairlochy.

DAY SEVEN: Walk from Gairlochy to Glenfinnan 11 miles (18km). A taxi will take you to the start of the walk today and weather permitting you hike from Loch Arkaig, one of the most beautiful in Scotland, to Glenfinnan by a mountain pass. An alternative bad weather route is available (walk to Fort William and train to Glenfinnan). Evening meal can be taken at the luxury hotel, in the bar or restaurant (not included). Overnight at Glenfinnan.

DAY EIGHT: Transfer from Glenfinnan to Acharacle. Transfer to Acharacle either by cruise on a Wednesday or by bus on other days (fare included in tour price). Because you arrive about midday, there is an optional walk nearby, whilst waiting for your room to be made ready. Evening meal is included at the accommodation. Overnight at Acharacle.

DAY NINE: Walk from Acharacle to Kilmory 14 miles (23km). A taxi will take you to the start of this walk on the Ardnamurchan peninsula. A superb coastal trek, with the option for a picnic on a remote sandy beach, with wonderful views to the small Isles of Rum and Eigg. A taxi will collect you at the end of the days walk and take you to your accommodation. Evening meal can be taken at the nearby inn (not included). Overnight at Kilchoan.

DAY TEN: Walk from Fascadale to Ardnamurchan Point 12 miles (20km). A taxi will collect you to the start of the days walk. A trek into the past, by sandy beaches and the remnants of communities ravaged by the Highland clearances long ago. Final trek to the most westerly point on the mainland, Ardnamurchan Point. A taxi will collect you at the end of the days walk and take you to the accommodation. Evening meal can be taken at the nearby inn (not included). Overnight at Kilchoan.

DAY ELEVEN: Transfer from Kilchoan to Tobermory to Oban. You take the local ferry to Tobermory on the Isle of Mull. You then catch the connecting bus to Craignure. From here you catch the ferry to Oban. Evening meal can be taken at any of nearby inns (not included). Overnight at Oban.

DAY TWELVE: Transfer from Oban to Glasgow. Time to look around Oban in the morning before you catch the midday train to Glasgow. Train tickets are included. Overnight at Glasgow.

DAY THIRTEEN: Departure This tour finishes after breakfast in Glasgow.
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GRADE C: Between 7 - 14 miles (12 - 23 kms) a day with the first day at 18 miles (29km). Strong waterproof walking boots are desirable. You will start walking about 9:30am and finish at approx. 5pm. These grades are for guidance only. For any grade, depending on weather conditions, it may at times be damp underfoot, so waterproof boots are preferable.