Great Glen Way
Explore the Great Glen Way at your own pace on a full-length self-guided walking holiday. Accommodation, luggage transfer and custom holiday pack included.
Great Glen Way
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A walk through Scotland’s Great Glen along the impressive Caledonian Canal.
From £420 per person
Take in Scotland’s finest scenery on a long-distance walking holiday through the Highlands, past Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, and along the shore of Loch Ness.
The Great Glen Way National Trail follows the route of the Caledonian Canal, which links the enormous lochs of the Great Glen all the way from the Atlantic Ocean to the North Sea. Open moorland, tree-lined towpaths, and towering, heather-clad hills are staple views, alongside castles and forts that have witnessed some of the most bloody scenes of Scotland’s turbulent history.
We offer multiple holiday options along this trail. If you wish to experience the entire trail, simply select the first option from the list below.
We also organise trail running holidays along this route. Find out more.
From £808 per person
The Great Glen Way travels 73 miles from Fort William to Inverness. This epic holiday encounters the iconic British landmarks of Ben Nevis and Loch Ness, along with a plethora of other fantastic scenery to enjoy.
As you cross the breadth of Scotland from coast to coast, expect a unique mixture of beautiful views, charming settlements, elusive wildlife and fascinating history, making for an all-round magnificent walking adventure.
This route can be walked in the opposite direction upon request. Please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GGW1 | From Fort William to Inverness | 5 days walking | £808 | |
| GGW2 | From Fort William to Inverness | 6 days walking | £931 | |
| GGW3 | From Fort William to Inverness | 7 days walking | £1058 |
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GGWSB1 | From Fort Augustus to Drumnadrochit | 2 days walking | £420 |
“Everything was perfectly organised and timed. Thank you very much!”Mr Gubser, Switzerland
“We don't travel abroad that often, but if we do, we'd definitely consider another trip.”Mr Winslow, USA
“Overall very good. Lovely route.”Mr Bicknell, UK
“Contours, thank you for a wonderful holiday.”Mr Windle, UK
“The lady who organised this is, Victoria Butcher, was very helpful. Fort Augustus to Invermoriston is a magical stage; lovely forest and highland views.”Mr King, UK
“Thank you for organising this walk for us, with kind regards.”Dr Klein, Switzerland
“We had a fabulous time. All the B&Bs were super - baggage transfer no problems.”Mr Dunn, Germany
“Thank you, we had a lovely, hassle-free holiday.”Mrs Cresswell, UK
“I had a lovely holiday walking the Great Glen! Days 3 and 4 along Loch Ness were spectacular! I truly appreciate the quick service, the directions to my B&BS nightly, and the luggage transfers. Truly an incredible experience I won’t forget thanks to all of you!”Miss Reimann, USA
