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West Highland Way

Follow in the footsteps of some of Scotland’s great historical figures such as Rob Roy McGregor and Robert the Bruce along Scotland’s first long-distance footpath. The ninety five miles of fascinating, challenging walking provides the unique chance to experience the gradual change in scenery and terrain from the gentle, rolling hills and valleys in the south to the more rugged and mountainous north.

The group will meet at Milngavie just outside Glasgow on day one, ready to embark upon a 5 day-long trek of the West Highland Way. Setting off on day one, the group will advance through Mugdock Country Park and rolling farmland before reaching their first destination of Rowardennan Hostel, idyllically situated on the banks of Loch Lomond. The group will continue along the Way on an old military road first built in the 17^th century to help quell rebellious Scottish clans until they reach Tyndrum which marks the halfway point. From Tyndrum to the Black Rock Cottage the group continue to follow the old military road, passing many good viewpoints and skirting the wilds of Rannoch Moor. Woodland goats and deer may be seen and those with sharp eyes might be lucky enough to spot an eagle soaring high over the steep slopes. On the penultimate day the group walks from Black Rock Cottage over the devil’s Staircase to Kinlochleven. The Way is finally completed from Kinlochleven to Fort William via Glen Nevis – time to celebrate!

All meals and baggage transfers are included, making your trip completely hassle free.

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