Rob Roy Country Short Break
Sample the Rob Roy Way on a short self-guided walking holiday: the perfect weekend getaway. Accommodation, luggage transfer and custom holiday pack included
Rob Roy Country Short Break
https://www.contours.co.uk/rob-roy-country-short-break
A short circular walk from Callander exploring the fantastic scenery of Rob Roy Country.
From £350 per person
Starting and finishing in the bustling little town of Callander, this delightful short walk explores the hills and glens nestled in the heart of Rob Roy Country.
The walk begins by following the Rob Roy Way past the Falls of Leny and beautiful Loch Lubnaig to Strathyre, before heading along the west bank to Balquhidder, where Rob Roy lies buried close to the ruins of the old kirk.
The trail then heads for the village of Brig o' Turk through two wild and remote glens dotted with the ruins of abandoned settlements, before meandering along the shores of Loch Venachar back to Callander.
Visiting the historic sites associated with Rob Roy MacGregor, Scotland’s most notorious outlaw.
Exploring the delightful towns of Callander and Balquhidder, each with their own unique charm and insightful history.
Enjoying a short break and discovering the wild hills and glens of this remote area of Scotland.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RRSB | A circular trail beginning at Callander | 3 days walking | £350 |
Please note that the day's walk from Balquhidder to Brig o' Turk traverses remote moorland with no visible paths. Map reading and compass skills are essential in poor weather.
Travel to Callander where your first night's accommodation has been booked
Callander to Balquhidder. 14 miles (22.5km)
Balquhidder to Brig o' Turk. 10 miles (16km)
Brig o' Turk to Callander. 9 miles (14.5km)
Depart from Callander after breakfast
This itinerary lists our preferred overnight stops for this tour. Sometimes there may be a shortage of available accommodation in a preferred location, in which case we will transfer you from the trail to your accommodation and back again at no extra charge. Overnight stops marked with a (T) will always require transfers as standard.
The daily mileages quoted are average trail miles only and do not include the distance from the trail to your accommodation. We do not expect you to have to walk more than a mile from the trail to your accommodation; should your accommodation be further than this, transfers will be provided as standard.
Below are the additional costs that may apply depending on your requirements. Dog friendly tours are subject to a Daily Dog Charge, which will be listed below if applicable. Our standard prices per person are based upon two people sharing a room; if you are walking on your own, or are part of a group but require a room of your own, then the Solo Walker or Single Supplements apply respectively:
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
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