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West Highland Way Uncovered – 11 Days

West Highland Way Uncovered – 11 Days

11 Days
Moderate

Overview

Scotland's most popular long-distance trail, the West Highland Way covers 153 kilometres of some of the finest walking in Europe. This 11-day self-guided walk sets a comfortable pace from the lowlands through spectacular mountain landscapes, with friendly Scottish hospitality waiting at the end of each day.

Forest trails lead from the start to the eastern shores of Loch Lomond, before the route pushes north along old drover's roads and ancient military tracks across Rannoch Moor, one of Europe's last great wilderness areas. The famous Kingshouse Hotel offers a welcome stop with views across to Buachaille Etive Mor, Scotland's most photographed mountain. From there, the Devil's Staircase climbs to Kinlochleven before the trail finishes in the lively highland town of Fort William.

Highlights

  • Walk Scotland’s popular West Highland Way long-distance trail
  • Find your own pace on this easy-going 11-day itinerary
  • Cross from Scotland’s lowlands into the rugged highlands
  • Hike across the barren beauty of Rannoch Moor
  • Walk via Glen Nevis to the foot of the UK’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis
  • Walk along the banks of bonnie Loch Lomond

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What's Included

Accommodation

3-star Hotel (7 nights), 4-star Hotel (3 nights)

Transfers

  • Luggage Transfers
  • Ferry transfer
  • Train

Meals

10 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.

View Fitness Guide

9

Days on the trail

12-25 km

Average per walking day

176-566 m

Gain per day

2/10

Trail difficulty

Where You'll Stay

During this walk, ten nights are spent in three-star hotels and guesthouses, with the occasional four-star property along the way, each one chosen for its location on the West Highland Way. A particular highlight is the Kingshouse Hotel, a property that has been welcoming walkers for decades and carries the kind of history that suits a walk of this calibre. Hosts throughout are knowledgeable about the region and happy to help with any questions during the walk. The team is also reachable should you need anything along the way.

As many overnight stops are in remote settings, alternative accommodation of equivalent standard may occasionally be necessary and any such options will be discussed with you during the booking process. Given how busy accommodation on this route gets, booking as early as possible once 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
Premier Inn Milngavie Bedroom
Premier Inn Milngavie Bedroom 2
Premier Inn Milngavie Bath
Braeside Community
Braeside
Braeside Outdoor
Oak Tree Inn
Oak Tree Inn Bedroom 2
Oak Tree Inn Outdoor
Oak Tree Inn Dining
Oak Tree Inn Bedroom
Rowardennan Hotel View
Rowardennan Hotel The View
Rowardennan Hotel
Ardlui Hotel Bedroom
Ardlui Hotel The View
Ardlui Hotel
Tigh na Fraoch Outdoor
Tigh na Fraoch
WHW Inveroran Hotel - 1
Inveroran Hotel
Inveroran Hotel View
Tyndrum to Inveroran
Kingshouse View
Kingshouse Fireplace
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
Myrtle Bank House Dining

What You'll Eat

Ten breakfasts are included throughout this walk, one each morning to fuel the miles ahead on the West Highland Way. Beyond that, lunch and dinner are yours to find, and the towns and villages along the route have no shortage of good options at every stop.

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.

loch ness accommodation
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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