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Great Glen Way Short Break

5 Days

41 miles | 66 Km

Fort Augustus - Inverness

From 1,063 CAD

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This walking route will take you along one of Scotland's most popular and iconic paths, crossing the Highlands amid coastal trails, valleys, mountains and forests. Tour the Caledonian Canal, which connects the lochs of Oich, Lochy, Dochfour and Ness 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. The last destination on this route will be Inverness, a cosmopolitan city with a great range of gastronomy, galleries and charming places such as Inverness Castle and St Andrew's Cathedral.

Get to know Inverness and Urquhart castles.
You will have the option to tour Loch Ness on a cruise.
Tour charming villages in the Highlands.
The Caledonian Canal with its famous locks will be part of your tour.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival at Fort Augustus

To start this walking holiday, we recommend travelling to Inverness, you can take a taxi to Fort Augustus from the airport or head to the city centre (15 minutes) by bus. You can also reach Inverness from Glasgow.

Fort Augustus is located south of Loch Ness, offering beautiful views, and being an ideal place for walkers and cyclists due to its walking trails, of which the most popular is the Great Glen Way.

Overnight in Fort Augustus

The Bank House

This accommodation is situated in a stunning 20th-century Victorian stone house with views of the Caledonian Canal and the famous Loch Ness.

Within walking distance, you'll find a plethora of restaurants, pubs, and cafes.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

Day 2 - Fort Augustus to Invermoriston 8 miles I 13 km

Cross the River Oich and start on a path with several ascents and descents overlooking Loch Ness, famous not only for Nessie, the monster believed to live at the bottom of its waters, but also for Urquhart Castle and its history of war between the Scottish and the English.

The day will end at Invermoriston, known for the ancient Thomas Telford stone bridge, located above the River Moriston.

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.

Day 3 - 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.

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.

Day 4 - Drumnadrochit to Inverness 12,5 miles I 20 km

Your last day on the Great Glen Way begins with a transfer to Loch Laide to start a walk that 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 explore the beautiful city centre, get to know its castle, Victorian market and St. Andrew's Cathedral.

Overnight in Inverness

Strathness House

This family-run house offers a cozy and quiet atmosphere with views of the River Ness and Inverness Castle.

The rooms feature a traditional style and come equipped with a TV, as well as a coffee and tea making set.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

Day 5 - 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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Services

Included

Accommodation in en suite rooms in charming hotels
Daily Breakfasts
Luggage transfers between accommodations
Transfers as specified in the itinerary
Information dossier with maps and routes
24-hour telephone support
Sustainable travel, we compensate the CO₂ emissions of your trip
Taxes

Extras

Travel insurance
Cancellation insurance
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 (Glasgow Airport Terminal Building) you can take the bus to "Fort William" stop. This bus is operated by "Citylink".

Once in Fort William, you should catch the local bus 919, operated by "Citylink", which will take you to “Fort Augustus”, your first destination.

If you can't find suitable flights to Glasgow, another option would be to fly to Edinburgh, although from Edinburgh, you will need to catch 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).

The approximate luggage delivery time will be at 4:00 PM.

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.