Cateran Trail
During the Middle Ages, bands of ferocious brigands or caterans roamed across the Highlands pillaging and cattle rustling, striking fear and loathing into all who crossed their path. Glen Isla, Glen Shee and Glen Ardle, on the southern edge of the Grampian Mountains, being rich in cattle, were frequently attacked by the caterans who would drive the stolen cattle along drovers' paths through the hills to their mountain lairs. This delightful trail explores these beautiful glens and surrounding hills, following in the footsteps of the Caterans. The scenery in this unspoilt corner of Scotland is superb. It is an enchanting mixture of rounded green hills, rugged heather-clad mountains, deep wooded valleys, fast flowing rivers, waterfalls and deciduous woodland.
Highlights of the trail include Cargill's Leap, the scene of a daring escape of a 17th century Covenater; the last resting place of a Pictish prince; tranquil Glen Ardle, where the stolen cattle were rested by the Caterans before being driven over the hills to Glen Shee; the spectacular views on the descent to the Spttal of Glenshee, a lawless place in medieval times where most of the stolen cattle were sold; the tomb of King Fingal's champion Diarmid, who was mortally wounded by a demon boar; and the historic little town of Alyth.
Cateran Trail
| Total Distance | 61 miles (97.5 km) |
| Start and Finish | Circular trail beginning at Blairgowrie |
| Availability | 1st April to 31st November |
| Tour Code | Itinerary | Tour Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CATT1 | 6 nights, 5 days walking | £355 per person | More Information | Book Online |
| CATT2 | 7 nights, 6 days walking | £395 per person | More Information | Book Online |
Our prices are based upon two people sharing a room. If you are walking on your own there is a single supplement of £28 per night. You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops. For each extra night add £45 per person. All of our prices are in British pounds (£). Use our currency converter to convert British pounds (£) to your country’s currency.