Explore the Kintyre Peninsula, a hidden gem of Highland brilliance, on a self-guided walking holiday with maps, guidebooks, accommodation and luggage transfers.

Kintyre Way

A self-guided walking holiday around the Kintyre Peninsula from Tarbert to Machrihanish.

3 to 9 nights

48-102 miles

Moderate / Demanding to Strenuous

From £315 per person

About the trail

The remote Kintyre Peninsula has all the usual Highland ingredients – magnificent scenery, abundant wildlife, and a wealth of history and famous whisky distilleries – with the added attraction of being one of the least-explored corners of Scotland.

The Kintyre Way winds through heather moorland, tranquil glens, deserted beaches and sparkling lochs, and the views from the trail are breath-taking. From the west coast you’ll spot the islands of Jura, Islay, Cara, Gigha and Ireland itself, while the east coast showcases the superb heights of Arran’s craggy mountains. Grey seals bask on inshore rocks, and over 400 species of birds have been recorded on the peninsula, including cormorants and golden eagles.

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.

Routes on this trail

Kintyre Way

6 to 9 nights

102 miles

Moderate / Demanding+

From £615 per person

A walk from Tarbert to Machrihanish exploring the lesser-known beauty of the Kintyre Peninsula.Find Out More

Kintyre Way - North Section

3 to 5 nights

48 miles

Moderate / Demanding+

From £315 per person

Tarbert to Carradale through the rich farmland and beautiful coastline of Kintyre.Find Out More

Kintyre Way - South Section

4 to 5 nights

55 miles

Demanding+

From £420 per person

Carradale to Machrihanish along the coastline of Kintyre and through its glen and forests.Find Out More

Customer reviews from the Kintyre Way

“Just what we had hoped for”
Mr Brown, USA

“Great walk, if a little on the tough side. We saw hardly any other walkers so a real escape from it all. Accommodation was top notch. The taxi pick-ups worked like clockwork, even when we were unable to meet at the rendezvous because of a diversion due to forestry work.”
Mr Honeysett, UK

“Petra and I enjoyed our walking holiday on Kintyre and Cowal very much. The tropical face of the Scottish weather also helped a lot! Great holiday, thank you!”
Mrs Laurijsen, Holland

“What a magnificent first experience...scary at first as we are not spring chickens. However, we rose to the challenge and with Benjamin's help we able to slightly amend the lengths of a few legs on the hike. Overall, we fared through it all in excellent shape and fortunately we were well prepared with equipment.”
Ms Smith, Italy

“Petra and I enjoyed our walking holiday on Kintyre and Cowal very much. The tropical face of the Scottish weather also helped a lot! Great holiday, thank you!”
Mrs Laurijsen, Holland