Great Glen Way | 7 days
Great Glen Way | 7 days
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The Great Glen Way route will take you for 127 km along trails and numerous lakes following the Caledonian Canal. This iconic route, which crosses the famous Scottish Highlands, starts from the east at Fort William, popular with climbers and walkers for its proximity to Ben Nevis, and ends at the north-west in Inverness, the northernmost city in the UK, and capital of the Highlands.
- Marvel in Neptune's Staircase, an impressive engineering structure, built in the 19th century by Thomas Telford.
- Get to know the true essence of Scotland crossing the country through the Highlands.
- Discover the legends around Nessie, the famous Loch Ness monster.
- Visit Urquhart and Inverness Castles and discover the wonderful stories they hide.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Fort William
To start your walking holiday, you can fly to Glasgow or Inverness airports, from where you can take a bus or train to Fort William.
Fort William is the largest town in the Highlands, surrounded by Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, and is renowned for the large number of outdoor activities that can be performed there.
Fort William is the largest town in the Highlands, surrounded by Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, and is renowned for the large number of outdoor activities that can be performed there.
Overnight in Fort William
Myrtle Bank Guest House
Myrtle Bank Guest House offers a garden and terrace, perfect for unwinding after your hikes. Enjoy its cozy rooms with WiFi, traditional decor, and private bathrooms.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 2 - Fort William to Spean Bridge 10,5 miles I 17 km *
Head along the banks of the River Lochy to the ruins of 13th-century Inverlochy Castle at the start of the Great Glen Valley, stretching from Fort William to Inverness.
The road continues through Corpach, where the Caledonian Canal reaches Loch Linnhe and the sea. Tour the Canal and get to know the locks at Neptune's Staircase, an impressive engineering work that raised the canal 19 metres and was built by Thomas Telford between 1803 and 1822.
You will finish the tour in Gairlochy, from where you will have a transfer included to your accommodation in Spean Bridge, where you will spend the night.
Ascent: 64m (209ft) / Descent: 36m (118ft)
The road continues through Corpach, where the Caledonian Canal reaches Loch Linnhe and the sea. Tour the Canal and get to know the locks at Neptune's Staircase, an impressive engineering work that raised the canal 19 metres and was built by Thomas Telford between 1803 and 1822.
You will finish the tour in Gairlochy, from where you will have a transfer included to your accommodation in Spean Bridge, where you will spend the night.
Ascent: 64m (209ft) / Descent: 36m (118ft)
Overnight in Spean Bridge
Inverour Guest House
Cozy accommodation distinguished by its rustic and homely atmosphere alongside the River Spean.
Enjoy a high-quality breakfast and explore its wonderful bar, and relax in the beautiful garden at the end of the day.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 3 - Spean Bridge to Laggan 12 miles I 19 km *
On this tour you will learn about Achnacarry Castle and its surroundings, a terrain between Loch Lochy and Loch Arkaig used during World War II as a training centre for the British Army.
The walk ends in Laggan, a village surrounded by the Monadhliath and Grampian Mountains and close to the River Spey, an excellent fishing spot.
Invergarry: in case of unavailability at Laggan you will have your accommodation at Invergarry. We will make the necessary arrangements for you to have the appropriate transfers between the locations.
Ascent: 369m (1,210ft) / Descent: 378m (1,240ft)
The walk ends in Laggan, a village surrounded by the Monadhliath and Grampian Mountains and close to the River Spey, an excellent fishing spot.
Invergarry: in case of unavailability at Laggan you will have your accommodation at Invergarry. We will make the necessary arrangements for you to have the appropriate transfers between the locations.
Ascent: 369m (1,210ft) / Descent: 378m (1,240ft)
Overnight in Laggan
Forest Lodge Guest House
This guest house is located near the Caledonian Canal. Overlooking the garden and hills, the rooms feature an entertainment lounge with a TV, local tourist information, books and games.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 4 - Laggan to Invermoriston 18,5 miles I 30 km
Head from Laggan Bridge to Loch Oich, the highest point on the Caledonian Canal and home to a variety of fish, amphibians and reptiles.
Continue to Fort Augustus, located south of Loch Ness, offering beautiful views, and being an ideal place for walkers and cyclists due to its walking routes, of which the most popular is the Great Glen Way.
The walk will end at Invermoriston, known for the ancient Thomas Telford stone bridge, located above the River Moriston.
Ascent: 426m (1,397ft) / Descent: 412m (1,352ft)
Continue to Fort Augustus, located south of Loch Ness, offering beautiful views, and being an ideal place for walkers and cyclists due to its walking routes, of which the most popular is the Great Glen Way.
The walk will end at Invermoriston, known for the ancient Thomas Telford stone bridge, located above the River Moriston.
Ascent: 426m (1,397ft) / Descent: 412m (1,352ft)
Overnight in Invermoriston
Glenmoriston Arms Hotel
Charming rural hotel surrounded by stunning landscapes and tranquility, offering a perfect retreat after your walks.
Enjoy a tasting of their extensive selection of whiskies in the cozy lounge with a wood-burning stove.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Enjoy a tasting of their extensive selection of whiskies in the cozy lounge with a wood-burning stove.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 5 - Invermoriston to Drumnadrochit 14,5 miles I 23 km
An abrupt ascent will take you above Loch Ness, you'll tour wooded grounds, and a moorland area before a long descent to Drumnadrochit, a perfect place to explore the Highlands, Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness, which you can cruise with different tour options.
Ascent: 612m (2,007ft) / Descent: 629m (2,063ft)
Ascent: 612m (2,007ft) / Descent: 629m (2,063ft)
Overnight in Drumnadrochit
Kilmore Farmhouse
This accommodation provides walkers and tourists with an ideal location to explore the surroundings of Loch Ness and enjoy the traditional pubs and restaurants located within a short distance.
It features a guest lounge where visitors can indulge in a delightful homemade breakfast with local produce.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
It features a guest lounge where visitors can indulge in a delightful homemade breakfast with local produce.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 6 - Drumnadrochit to Inverness 20 miles I 32 km
This walk will take you through Blackford, home to the Tullibardine Distillery and the old Blackford Church.
You will continue in the middle of the forest and resume along a stretch of the Caledonian Canal on the way to Inverness.
In Inverness, you can walk in the beautiful city centre, get to know its castle, the Victorian market and St. Andrew's Cathedral.
Ascent: 513m (1,683ft) / Descent: 519m (1,702ft)
You will continue in the middle of the forest and resume along a stretch of the Caledonian Canal on the way to Inverness.
In Inverness, you can walk in the beautiful city centre, get to know its castle, the Victorian market and St. Andrew's Cathedral.
Ascent: 513m (1,683ft) / Descent: 519m (1,702ft)
Overnight in Inverness
Crown Court Townhouse Hotel
This accommodation, located in the centre of Inverness, offers a cosy and peaceful atmosphere.
The rooms are traditional in style and feature a TV, private bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
The rooms are traditional in style and feature a TV, private bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 7 - Inverness
After having your breakfast, you can head to Inverness Airport, which is 15 minutes from the city centre.
If you're heading to Glasgow Airport, you can take a bus or take an amazing train ride.
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If you're heading to Glasgow Airport, you can take a bus or take an amazing train ride.
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- Accommodation in en suite rooms in charming hotels
- Daily Breakfasts
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- Information dossier with maps and routes
- 24-hour telephone support
- Sustainable travel, we compensate the CO2 emissions of your trip
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- Additional nights
Accomodation
General information
The accommodations with which we collaborate have a private bathroom and all the necessary services to ensure the best comfort available.
Our team checks in situ the quality of all the accommodations offered, so that you have an unforgettable experience during your trip.
The accommodation that we will book for your trip will be selected taking into account our commitment to you: guaranteeing comfort, calm and enjoyment throughout your trip.
We work with quality hotels and country cottages with limited capacity, so we invite you to confirm your reservation as soon as possible.
The name of each accommodation will be provided to you a few weeks before your trip begins.
Room types
It is possible to book this journey in single, double or triple rooms.
All rooms have private bathrooms.
Travel & Transfers
To get to the start of your route, my recommendation is to fly into Glasgow Airport, as it is the closest airport.
From there you can take the "500 Airport Express" bus to the "Buchanan Stance 46" stop. This bus runs every 10 minutes and is operated by "First Bus".
From Glasgow,you can take the 915 or 916 bus (from Buchanan Bus Station) to “Fort William”. This is operated by “Citylink”.
If you can't find suitable flights to Glasgow, another option would be to fly to Edinburgh, although from Edinburgh, you will need to take a bus to Glasgow (Megabus AIR).
At the end of your journey in Inverness, you can return by "Flixbus" to Glasgow (via Perth) or "Megabus".
From there you can take the "500 Airport Express" bus to the "Buchanan Stance 46" stop. This bus runs every 10 minutes and is operated by "First Bus".
From Glasgow,you can take the 915 or 916 bus (from Buchanan Bus Station) to “Fort William”. This is operated by “Citylink”.
If you can't find suitable flights to Glasgow, another option would be to fly to Edinburgh, although from Edinburgh, you will need to take a bus to Glasgow (Megabus AIR).
At the end of your journey in Inverness, you can return by "Flixbus" to Glasgow (via Perth) or "Megabus".
FAQs
Is luggage transfer included? What are the luggage requirements?
Absolutely! Each traveller has included 1 piece of luggage that we will transfer between your accommodations. It's important that this piece of luggage meets the following criterias:
- Maximum weight of 45 lbs (20 kg).
- Must be only 1 piece of luggage without any attachments or accessories.
- Should not contain valuables, fragile items, food or medications.
- Must be correctly identified (booking reference of your trip and the full name of the trip holder).
How far in advance should I book my trip?
We recommend that you book as soon as you are sure about your dates, as accommodation can fill up very quickly in this area.
What equipment do I need to bring?
Once you make your reservation we will send you all the detailed information about the specific equipment you need for this route, considering recommendations for shoes, boots, clothes and a day-to day backpack.
What should my physical preparation be?
The Great Glen Way has a low-medium degree of difficulty, so if you're walking and doing physical activity on a regular basis, you'll be able to walk this route smoothly and easily.
If you're not currently physically active, we recommend starting walks and cardiovascular exercise frequently, six months before your trip.
What if I'm not able to finish one of the stages?
You can call us to arrange a private transfer for you.
If you prefer, you can also use public transport or local taxis to get to your next accommodation.
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