Choose from 2 glorious locations in Scotland

Our most popular guided walking holidays offer you a choice of two or three length of walks each day; we call them Classic Walking Holidays. An easier walk and harder walk and one in between, perfect for those holidaying together with different walking tastes. You can walk with one party level one day, and switch to another the next - it's entirely up to you.

After a full Scottish breakfast we generally start the day at 9.30am taking a self-select picnic lunch and returning to the Country House accommodation between 5.00pm and 6.30pm, in time for a relaxed three-course evening meal.

Here we have described some of the walks which could be covered and outline a typical walking week. Our routes are designed to take into account the best an area has to offer. We include all the transport you need to and from the walks - there's no need to worry about car arrangements or sticking to circular walks.

Our small groups with a guide really do help you get the best out of your holiday.

In a typical week in the Western Highlands you could enjoy a guided walking holiday that includes the following walking options.

Day 1: Arrival day

Day 2: Warm up to a challenging week's walking on this 7½ medium walk from Callert House - along the old military road - to Kinlochleven. Alternative walks: easierl 7 miles, 1,150ft of ascent; harder 7½ miles, 3,325ft of ascent.

Day 3: Ascend the highest peak in Argyll - Bldean nam Bian (3,766ft). Alternative walks: easier 10 miles, 325ft of ascent; medium 6½ miles, 3,025ft of ascent.

Day 4: The highlight of your week if bagging munros and famous peaks is for you - Ben Nevis - 9 miles and 4,500ft of ascent. Alternative walks: easier 8½ miles, 1,125ft of ascent; medium 7 miles, 2,475ft of ascent

Day 5: If today's a Wednesday we give you the chance to explore independently, there's plenty to and do in the area. Alternatively stay at base and enjoy the house and grounds in its loch side setting.

Day 6: In contrast try this 8½ mile walk through historic Glen Coe, scene of the famous massacre. Alternative walks: medium 8½ miles, 3,025ft of ascent; harder 5½ miles, 3,745ft of ascent.

Day 7: A challenging finale to a week's walking with plenty of ascent (3,925ft) over 8 miles to capture speldid views of Ben Nevis to the north and the Glen Coe mountains to the south. Alternative walks: easier 6¾ miles, 225ft of ascent; medium 6 miles, 2,975ft of ascent.

Day 8: Departure day

At the end of a good day's walking
After dinner, your walking leaders will tell you about the choice of walks for the next day, answer any questions you may have about the routes, and advise on conditions, to enable you to make your choice. During the evening you may like to join in an organised evening activity such as a quiz or a talk about the local area. Alternatively, have a drink in the bar or read a newspaper on the lounge. It all adds to the house party atmosphere of a group of like-minded people holidaying together.

Walking in a group

The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. There is normally a good mix of ages, of new clients and 'regulars' from Britain and overseas, and of couples, friends and people travelling alone.

All our walks leaders are experienced, mostly enthusiasts who provide thoughtful, safe and informative leadership at all times.

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Your accommodation

For your Classic Walking holiday you will use our own Country House accommodation as a base for the walking holiday. Both Country Houses offer a high level of service, facilities for the perfect walking break and cater exclusively for our guests. For guests holidaying alone - extra value NO EXTRA CHARGE for a single room. You really can be assured of a very warm welcome and friendly and personal service.

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Travel to Scotland

• We can help with train travel arrangements and advise on air travel routes for easy access to both of our Scottish hotels.
  

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What your holiday includes

• Accommodation in single, twin or double rooms in HF Holidays owned Country House accommodation. Rooms are usually en-suite, but these may not always be available in some locations, a discount will be given for a standard room.
• All meals - a traditional cooked breakfast, evening meal and a picnic lunch each day. We are always able to cater for vegetarian diets.
• The services of two, or three, HF Holidays' walks Leaders.
• All transport to and from the start of the walks.
• Evening entertainment options.
• VAT at 17½ %.
  

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