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Great Glen Way Guided Trail

Great Glen Way Guided Trail

Name: Great Glen Way Guided Trail
Brand: HF Holidays Limited
SKU: XAY07-LDW11
Price: 1599 GBP
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■ Location: Scottish Highlands

■ Duration: 7 nights

■ Travel Dates: Apr-Oct 2027

■ Itineraries available: 1

■ Choice of Walking Grade: 7 details

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£1,599

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The Great Glen Way is a classic Scottish long-distance trail which follows the mighty geological fault line that carved a path for the Caledonian Canal. Low-level towpaths and forest trails lead us from Scotland’s western shores at Fort William to historic Inverness in the east. The Great Glen takes us along the banks of Loch Lochy, Loch Oich, and the famous Loch Ness, where we’ll follow a high-level path to enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding highland scenery. Along the way there’ll be a tour of the Uile-bheist Distillery and a chance to visit the Loch Ness Monster Exhibition Centre before ending our journey at the impressive Inverness Castle.

Accommodation

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The Glen Mhor Hotel is nestled on the banks of the River Ness, just along from Inverness Castle and opposite Inverness Cathedral. The hotel is located in a conservation area of Inverness City centre, and is all about sustainability – the property recently had a £7.5 million investment in an autonomous energy centre, water system and ‘Brewstillery’. Rooms include tea and coffee making facilities, TV, hairdryer, iron and ironing board and WiFi.

Walking grades

From September 2026, we have expanded our walking grade scale from 6 to 10 points. While the holidays themselves have not changed (the routes, daily distances and ascent levels remain the same), our newly expanded 1-10 scale offers greater distinction between holidays and clearer grade descriptions, so you can choose a holiday that best suits you.

Moderate walking grade 7

The most active moderate grade. Longer distances and short but steep ascents and descents possible throughout the day. Hill walking experience desirable. Typically, 11-12 miles (18-19km) with around 1,800ft (560m) of ascent.

What You’ll Love

Walking a classic long-distance trail from Fort William to Inverness
Highland scenery of rugged mountains and views over Loch Ness and Loch Lochy
Following the natural fault line that makes up the Caledonian Canal
The ease of a two-hotel holiday so you don’t need to pack/unpack each day
A private guided tour of Uile-bheist Brewery and Distillery with a tasting
A more personalised experience thanks to small group sizes (maximum 15 people)

What's Included

Guided walks with an experienced HF Holidays Leader
Comfortable en-suite rooms in our Highland house and partner accommodation  
Cooked or continental breakfast every morning 
Daily packed lunches
Three-course evening meals, plus tea & coffee  
All transport to and from walks where necessary 
Luggage transfer

Itinerary

All our carefully-curated itineraries are designed by our experts. While we make every effort to adhere to the described itinerary, we may take alternative routes or adapt the running order for weather and/or operational reasons.

Guided Trail

Day 1 Arrival Day

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Arrival at Alltshellach, leader introduction and evening meal. Your leader will be at reception to meet the group and for a quick introduction to the holiday before dinner.

Day 2 Fort William to Achnacarry

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    [description] => Gentle tow paths of the Caledonian Canal lead us from Fort William to Gairlochy, past the impressive Neptune’s Staircase. On a clear day you’ll be treated to fantastic views of Scotland’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. From Gairlochy, forest trails wind along the shore to Achnacarry, where we end today’s walk at the 17th century croft house, now home to the Clan Cameron museum.
15 miles (24km) with 440 feet (135m) of ascent
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Gentle tow paths of the Caledonian Canal lead us from Fort William to Gairlochy, past the impressive Neptune’s Staircase. On a clear day you’ll be treated to fantastic views of Scotland’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. From Gairlochy, forest trails wind along the shore to Achnacarry, where we end today’s walk at the 17th century croft house, now home to the Clan Cameron museum.

15 miles (24km) with 440 feet (135m) of ascent

Day 3 Achnacarry to North Laggan

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12.5 miles (20km) with 690 feet (210m) of ascent.
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Following forest tracks we hug the peaceful shores of Loch Lochy en-route to Laggan and the secluded shores of Loch Oich. Enjoy a rest at the end of the day and visit the Eagle Barge, a Dutch canal boat that has now been converted to a bar/restaurant, moored at Laggan Locks. The only floating pub on the canal!

12.5 miles (20km) with 690 feet (210m) of ascent.

Day 4 North Laggan to Fort Augustus

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    [description] => Tranquil shores and mixed woodland paths offer us a scenic route to the historic village of Fort Augustus. Our day begins through woodland above the northern shores of Loch Oich, before continuing at a leisurely pace along the tow paths. While away some time watching the boats make their way through the flight of locks in the centre of Fort Augustus.  
This evening, before dinner, our group will enjoy a private guided tour of the Uile-bheist Brewery and Distillery – linked to the Glen Mhor Hotel. Uncover the secrets, folklore and mythology behind Uile-bheist and discover the rich history of whisky and beer making in Inverness.  Following the tour there will be a tasting of their Colpach blended whisky and beer, before heading for dinner at the hotel.  
11.5 miles (18.5km) with 820 feet (250m) of ascent 
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Tranquil shores and mixed woodland paths offer us a scenic route to the historic village of Fort Augustus. Our day begins through woodland above the northern shores of Loch Oich, before continuing at a leisurely pace along the tow paths. While away some time watching the boats make their way through the flight of locks in the centre of Fort Augustus.

This evening, before dinner, our group will enjoy a private guided tour of the Uile-bheist Brewery and Distillery – linked to the Glen Mhor Hotel. Uncover the secrets, folklore and mythology behind Uile-bheist and discover the rich history of whisky and beer making in Inverness. Following the tour there will be a tasting of their Colpach blended whisky and beer, before heading for dinner at the hotel.

11.5 miles (18.5km) with 820 feet (250m) of ascent

Day 5 Fort Augustus to Invermoriston

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7.5 miles (12km) with 1575ft (480m) of ascent (High Route) 
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Some splendid forest trails take us past the River Moriston as it tumbles into the waters of Loch Ness, and on towards Invermoriston. Keep your eyes peeled, you never know, you may get a glimpse of the infamous Loch Ness Monster.  Today we take the high route, but the climb is worthwhile for the spectacular views in fine weather.

7.5 miles (12km) with 1575ft (480m) of ascent (High Route)

Day 6 Invermoriston to Drumnadrochit

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13.5 miles (22km) with 2,430 feet (740m) of ascent (High Route)
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Heading above the shores of Loch Ness, we experience a mix of forest, moorland and farmland walking as we wind our way to the teashops of Drumnadrochit. You can opt to visit the Loch Ness Monster Exhibition Centre which is home to seven different themed museums covering 500 million years’ worth of history, and a fantastic source of information on the area (optional/payable locally). If the weather is kind, we will take the high route for wonderful vistas over the Highlands.

13.5 miles (22km) with 2,430 feet (740m) of ascent (High Route)

Day 7 Drumnadrochit to Inverness

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19 miles (30.5km) with 1840 feet (560m) of ascent 
Please note this walk is +1 grade higher than the overall grade of the holiday as a whole.
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Our final day follows highland drove roads through conserved plantations of the ancient Scots pine all the way to the Highland city of Inverness. Whilst this is the most challenging section of the Great Glen Way, it is straightforward with easy going terrain and reaches a fitting finale at the imposing Inverness Castle. Any extra effort will be rewarded by spectacular views.

19 miles (30.5km) with 1840 feet (560m) of ascent

Please note this walk is +1 grade higher than the overall grade of the holiday as a whole.

Day 8 Departure Day

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Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

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Accommodation

Glen Mhor Hotel, Inverness – Great Glen Way

Alltshellach - Great Glen Way

For a combination of mountain views, olde-worlde charm, and somewhere comfortable to sleep, our stately Scottish house in Glen Coe is hard to beat. With an enviable setting right on the shores of Loch Leven, the scenery here is every bit rugged and romantic as you’d expect. After a long day of walking, unwind in one of three comfortable lounges with a wee dram or two, take a swim in the indoor pool, or take a post-dinner stroll around the beautiful lawns and wooded grounds that lead down to the water’s edge.

More Information

We try to create a relaxed atmosphere on the walk but please listen to safety instructions from your leader.

Keep members of the group in view especially when weather or visibility is poor. If you leave the group, then your leader will no longer have responsibility for you. Our leaders consider the safety of the group as a whole and are likely to be more cautious over potential risks such as bad weather.

Your stay is full-board. This includes daily breakfasts, packed lunch options, and evening meals. Vegetarian choices and dietary requirements can be catered for (please give advance notice when booking).

Packed lunches

Our packed lunches will be too much food for some and not enough for others; if you feel you might need more food during the walk, please bring a supply of snacks to supplement this – it won’t always be possible to buy these on the route. Your packed lunches will include: a bread sandwich or roll with a choice of filling; some fresh fruit; fruit cake/flapjack or similar, crisps and/or biscuits. For those of you tackling a level 4 or above holiday, we would highly recommend bringing some trail mix or something similar to ensure you've some fuel in reserve should you need it.

Dietary requirements

Our partner hotels can cater for most dietary requirements, but it is important you advise us of any allergies and dietary restrictions you have at the time of booking.

Luggage transfers

When you change from one hotel to another, we will arrange for your luggage to be transferred for you. This is included in the cost of your holiday. Please remember that other people will need to move your suitcase so please pack thoughtfully. If you can limit your luggage to one bag, rucksack or suitcase that would be very helpful. Make sure your bags are clearly labelled with your name and “HF Holidays”.

Food & Transport

Your stay is on a full-board basis. This includes daily breakfasts, packed lunch options (excluding departure day), and evening meals. Vegetarian choices and dietary requirements can be catered for (please give advance notice when booking).

Packed lunches

Dietary requirements

Our partner hotels can cater for most dietary requirements, but it is important you advise us of any allergies and dietary restrictions you have at the time of booking.

PLEASE NOTE the website www.travelinescotland.com is a fantastic resource for public transport in Scotland and planning your journey.

Holiday Start

Your first three nights are spent at Alltshellach (HF Holidays Country House).

By Air

There are International flights and also flights from around the UK to Glasgow International Airport. From Glasgow International Airport take the regular airport bus to Glasgow Central station (journey time 30 minutes) (www.glasgowairport.com). You may also wish to consider pre-booking with all-electric, intercity bus service Ember (as they operate a dynamic service based on pre-booked seats); https://www.ember.to/ or please see Traveline Scotland above. There are also flights to Glasgow Prestwick Airport, which has its own railway station with frequent trains (journey time 45 minutes to Glasgow Central station), (www.gpia.co.uk).

By Bus

You can reach Alltshellach from Glasgow Airport by bus from Glasgow City using the Scottish Citylink Bus (the nearest bus stop is at North Ballachulish  (not Ballachulish) which is a 400m walk from Alltshellach). See www.citylink.co.uk for the timetable and to book in advance. Please also see the Ember service mentioned above.

By Rail

The nearest railway station to Alltshellach is at Fort William and there are trains from Glasgow. You can take a taxi to the house; there are plenty of taxi companies available in Fort William if you search online, or our house manager can arrange a local taxi from Fort William if required. Alternatively please see above for information regarding bus timetables from Fort William to North Ballachulish (a 400m walk away).

Holiday Finish

Your final four nights are spent at our partner accommodation in Inverness, the Glen Mhor Hotel.

By Air

You can reach Inverness Airport by taxi (approx. 25 mins) or by using the Stagecoach bus (approx. 50 mins) see Welcome to Stagecoach for the timetable and to book in advance. There are flights throughout the UK out of Inverness.

By Rail

The nearest railway station to the hotel is Inverness (3 mins by taxi). The hotel team can arrange a local taxi if required.

By Car

If you have travelled to Alltshellach by car, you may wish to travel by bus back to the house; please see www.travelinescotland.com for bus timetables. Thank you.

The UK has a famously unpredictable climate so it's best to be prepared for weather that’s sunny one minute and raining the next.  To make it easier, here’s a list of items you should consider packing.  

Essentials 

Suitable footwear such as waterproof walking boots that provide ankle support and good grip 
Waterproof and windproof jacket
Comfortable clothing (jeans & waterproof capes are not suitable) 
Mid-layer(s) to keep you warm. Fleeces make a good choice
Waterproof overtrousers 
Gloves and a warm hat
Rucksack with waterproof liner
Flask for hot drinks  
Water bottle (at least 1 litre capacity) 
Sunscreen 
UV sunglasses

For holidays operating October through to the end of March, please also bring the following on your walks:

spare warm clothing
spare high energy food
head torch and spare batteries
please note for the October to March season your waterproof jacket needs to offer a high level of waterproofing and wind resistance, and a hood. Look for a waterproof jacket with sealed/taped seams and a minimum HH (hyrodstatic head - this is the rating given on waterproof jackets) of 10,000mm+

Recommended 

Several base layers (long-sleeve or short-sleeve) 
Cushioned walking socks to avoid blisters 
First aid kit, including plasters and midge repellent/net and tick remover tool
Sit mat  
Waterproof pouch for valuables 
Rubbish bag (remember to always leave no trace) 
Wallet/purse 
Camera
Walking poles
Midge net

Our experienced and knowledgeable volunteer leaders undergo a thorough assessment to lead you on your holiday and are delighted to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you. Please ensure you complete and hand in your registration form on arrival and let the leader know about any medical problems you may have. This may be useful in the event of a problem on the walk and will be treated confidentially by the leader.

In The Event Of A Problem

If you become separated from your group, please stay where you are. Your leader will retrace their steps to find you.

All our leaders carry a mobile phone, group shelter, spare maps and a compass. In the unlikely event your leader is incapacitated, please use any emergency kit in their rucksack and call the emergency services (call 999 in the UK, or 112 overseas).

Please then try to call the hotel where you are staying to let them know there is a problem.

If you have any cause for complaints regarding accommodation, you should notify your leader who can then attempt to rectify the problem.

Ticks

Ticks are tiny creatures that live in vegetation and can attach themselves to passing animals or walkers and may carry a risk of Lyme Disease. Please refer to NHS advice and guidelines for information prior to your holiday.

Ticks

Our experienced and knowledgeable volunteer leaders undergo a thorough assessment to lead you on your holiday and are delighted to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you.

Please ensure you complete and hand in your registration form on arrival and let the leader know about any medical problems you may have. This may be useful in the event of a problem on the walk and will be treated confidentially by the leader.

In the event of a problem

If you become separated from your group, please stay where you are. Your leader will retrace their steps to find you.

Please then try to call the hotel where you are staying to let them know there is a problem.

If you have any cause for complaints regarding accommodation, you should notify your leader who can then attempt to rectify the problem.

Carbon Footprint

We see it as our responsibility to minimise our emissions, not just for this year but every year to come. Our work with sustainability experts, ecollective, has enabled us to measure our carbon footprint and create a strategy to reduce the carbon intensity of our product by 5% each year. Our ambition is to be net zero by 2040 – earlier if we can.

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2027

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20 Apr - 27 Apr 2027

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28 Sep - 5 Oct 2027

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5 Oct - 12 Oct 2027

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Glen Mhor Hotel, Inverness – Great Glen Way

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