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West Highland Way – 9 Days
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West Highland Way – 9 Days

9 Days
Moderate

Overview

The West Highland Way is Scotland's most popular long-distance trail, running 150 kilometres from just north of Glasgow along the shores of Loch Lomond and deep into the rugged highlands. Friendly Scottish hospitality marks every stop along the way.

Beginning in the lowlands, forest trails lead to the eastern shores of Loch Lomond before the route pushes north along old drover's roads and ancient military tracks. Rannoch Moor, one of Europe's last great wilderness areas, gives way to the famous Kingshouse Hotel, a sanctuary in the wilderness with views across to Buachaille Etive Mor, Scotland's most photographed mountain. From there, the Devil's Staircase climbs before descending to Kinlochleven, with the lively highland town of Fort William marking the end of the trail.

Highlights

  • Complete Scotland’s most popular long-distance hiking trail
  • Walk along the banks of Bonnie Loch Lomond
  • Enjoy the warmth of a Highland whisky and Scottish hospitality
  • Cross from Scotland’s lowlands into the rugged highlands
  • Hike across the beautiful wilderness of Rannoch Moor
  • Walk through Glen Nevis to the foot of the UK’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Glasgow / Edinburgh, transfer Milngavie

Just north of Glasgow is the small town of Milngavie, the official start of the West Highland Way. Easily reached by train from Glasgow (20mins) or Edinburgh (90mins), arrive at your leisure ahead of your first day of walking. If you already have plans to be in either city, you can always arrive at Milngavie station in the morning and start walking the same day. We can easily accommodate any pre-walk plans you may have.

Accommodation

3-star Hotel in Milngavie

Day 2Milngavie to Drymen
Day 3Drymen to Rowardennan
Day 4Rowardennan to Ardleish Ferry (for Ardlui)
Day 5Ardleish Ferry to Tyndrum
Day 6Tyndrum to Kingshouse
Day 7Kingshouse to Kinlochleven
Day 8Kinlochleven to Fort William
Day 9Onward Travel

What's Included

Accommodation

3-star Hotel (5 nights), 4-star Hotel (3 nights)

Transfers

  • Luggage Transfers
  • Train
  • Ferry transfer

Meals

8 breakfasts, 0 lunches, and 0 dinners

Guidance & Support

  • Itinerary & Walk Notes
  • Walking App for Navigation
  • 24/7 on-trip support

How We Rate This Walk

3

Stroll Walking Level

Moderate

Rated by our team — we walk every route before we recommend it.

Expect some hills and longer walking days. A reasonable level of fitness will help you enjoy the experience.

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Days on the trail

Average per walking day

Gain per day

2/10

Trail difficulty

Where You'll Stay

Three-star hotels and guesthouses, with the occasional four-star property, carry you through eight nights on this walk, all chosen for their location along the West Highland Way. One property worth highlighting is the Kingshouse Hotel, which has been looking after walkers on this route for decades and remains one of the great stops on the Way. Hosts throughout are knowledgeable and happy to help with any questions, and the team is reachable throughout the walk should you need anything.

In more remote settings, alternative accommodation of equivalent standard may occasionally be necessary and any such changes will always be discussed with you in advance. Given how busy this route gets, booking as soon as your travel dates are confirmed is strongly recommended.

Single Rooms

If you are travelling with friends or family but would prefer your own room, please let us know at the time of booking. Single rooms can be arranged for an additional payment.

Premier Inn Milngavie Bath
Premier Inn Milngavie Bedroom 2
Premier Inn Milngavie Bedroom
Premier Inn Milngavie
Braeside Outdoor
Braeside
Braeside Community
Rowardennan Hotel
Rowardennan Hotel The View
Rowardennan Hotel View
Ardlui Hotel
Ardlui Hotel The View
Ardlui Hotel Bedroom
Tigh na Fraoch
Tigh na Fraoch Outdoor
Kingshouse View
Kingshouse Fireplace
Kingshouse Bedroom 1
Allt na Leven Bedroom
Allt na Leven Amazing View
Allt na Leven
Allt na Leven view
Allt na Leven Community
Myrtle Bank House Bedroom
Myrtle Bank House
Myrtle Bank House Receiving

What You'll Eat

Scotland takes its breakfasts seriously, and eight are included throughout this walk, one each morning before heading out on the West Highland Way. Lunch and dinner are yours to find each day, and the hotels, pubs and local restaurants along the route offer good eating at most stops. 

Note: Please advise us of any food allergies or intolerances at the time of booking. If you have severe allergies, bringing some of your own snacks is recommended, as specialist ingredients can be harder to source in more remote parts of this walk.

Kingshouse-Restaurant

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The West Highland Way experience

Wonder
Walk Scotland's most iconic long-distance route, 154 kilometres from Milngavie to Fort William
Walk the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond through ancient woodlands and alongside Scotland's largest loch
Arrive in Fort William in the shadow of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles
Wellness
A warm camaraderie develops among walkers on the West Highland Way, whatever the weather brings
Taste single malt whisky at the Glengoyne Distillery, just off the path in the early stages of the walk
The Scottish hospitality on the Way, in small inns and Highland pubs, is warm and deeply memorable
Nature
Pastoral Campsie hills give way to the rugged grandeur of the Scottish Highlands over nine days
Cross the Devil's Staircase to the highest point on the trail at 550 metres, with Glencoe spread below
Buachaille Etive Mor, one of Scotland's most iconic mountains, watches over the crossing of Rannoch Moor

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