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Loch Lomond & The Trossachs Guided Walking

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All sparkling lochs, spectacular Munros, and ancient oak woodland, Scotland’s oldest national park is a showcase of highland scenery at its breathtaking best. Explore Loch Lomond and The Trossachs on a five-night adventure that includes walks along the West Highland Way, a boat trip to the island of Inchcailloch, and a chance to bag Ben Lomond – Scotland's most southerly Munro. What’s more, the park’s National Nature Reserve status means you’re in with a chance of spotting red squirrels, osprey, Scottish red deer, and rare ptarmigan along the way.

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Situated in the popular tourist village of Drymen, the Buchanan Arms Hotel dates to the mid 1700's. Formerly an inn, it has been lovingly restored to its modern-day form. The hotel boasts a leisure club with swimming pool and gym which are free for guests to use.  All rooms include hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, TV, Wi-Fi, and telephone. This hotel is dog-friendly so you may meet four legged friends in some of the communal areas.
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Walking grades and options

This Guided Walking/Hiking Trail has walks graded levels 2 & 4

What You’ll Love

  • Discovering the dramatic scenery of the Scottish Highlands
  • The choice of two walks a day - one easier, one harder
  • Ascending famous summits and bagging Munros (mountains over 3,000ft)
  • A boat trip to Inchcailloch
  • Walking some of the best parts of the West Highland Way
  • Staying in the comfort of our carefully selected partner hotels

What's Included

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

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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 Walking

You're welcome to check in at the hotel from 3pm onwards. Your HF Holidays Leader will be in reception at 6:30pm to meet the group and give a quick introduction before dinner. 

Option 1 - Conic Hill and Inchcailloch island

Distance: 6 miles (10km) 

Ascent: 1,650ft (500m) 

We’ll wander through nature-rich woodland and open moorland to reach the West Highland Way this morning. And along the way you’ll get to gaze out over Loch Lomond from one of its finest viewpoints atop Conic Hill.  

As we descend to Balmaha we’ll have time to visit the national park’s visitor centre before stepping off land and on to a boat to Inchcailloch island, the ‘isle of the old woman’ in Scottish Gaelic. 

Option 2 - Drymen to Balmaha via Conic Hill

Distance: 9 miles (15km) 

Ascent: 1,750ft (540m) 

We’ll set off from the hotel and join the West Highland Way, walking through woodland and over moorland before climbing Conic Hill. The views from the top, reaching out over Loch Lomond and its islands will stop you in your tracks.  

Then following a descent to Balmaha we’ll join the option one group on a boat trip to the wooded island of Inchcailloch.   

Option 1 - West Highland Way

Distance: 9 miles (15km) 

Ascent: 1,750ft (540m) 

You’ll walk from Rowardennan along the West Highland Way in amongst ancient native woodlands, which are designated a Special Area of Conservation.  If you’re here in spring, you’ll meander past abundant wildflowers with clear views over Loch Lomond for most of the day.  In summer, we might just spot ospreys fishing.   

Our route will take us to a bothy in Rowchoish before we return at a slightly higher level, eventually retracing our steps. 

Option 2 - Ben Lomond from Rowardennan

Distance: 7.5 miles (12km) 

Ascent: 3,150ft (960m) 

If you have not yet bagged your first Munro (Scottish hills over 3,000ft/914m), Ben Lomond is one of the best to start with.   

We’ll ascend the relatively steep Ptarmigan ridge path, keeping an ear open for the cackle of red grouse en route. From the summit, we’ll have an unbeatable vantage point taking in not only Loch Lomond and its islands, but also the Clyde estuary, Arran, and other islands and hills to the north. 

Descending on a well-made path we’ll enjoy far reaching views before making our way through restored native woodlands and back to Rowardennan.  

Option 1 - Brig o’Turk to Callander

Distance: 9.5 miles (15km) 

Ascent: 700ft (220m) 

Starting from the hamlet of Brig o’Turk in the heart of The Trossachs, we’ll trace the peaceful shoreline of Loch Venachar while watching the outline of Ben Ledi on the horizon, often regarded as the southernmost outpost of the Highlands.   

We’ll skirt past Invertrossachs Country House, continuing along the shoreline, through the forest, then down into the bustling town of Callander, once one of the northernmost outposts of the Roman Empire.  

Option 2 - Ben Venue

Distance: 8 miles (12.5km) 

Ascent: 2,550ft (780m) 

One of the most celebrated views of the Scottish Highlands is on the cards today. From the shores of Loch Ard you’ll climb up to the ridge of Ben Venue via Ledard Burn and then onwards to its summit.  

In the right conditions you’ll gaze out over the Highlands arrayed to the north and the lowlands falling away to the south. Then we’ll descend into the forested Gleann Riabhach, emerging at the east end of beautiful Loch Katrine. 

Option 1 - Three Lochs Way

Distance: 9 miles (14km) 

Ascent: 2,200ft (660m) 

Spanning 35 miles in total, the Three Lochs Way links three lochs – Loch Lomond, Gare Loch, and Loch Long. You’ll tackle the northern section, one of the most scenic. 

From Loch Sloy hydro-electric power station, built at the end of WWII, we’ll journey south through Glen Loin, emerging at the head of Loch Long. From here we’ll have the chance to ascend Cruach Tairbeirt (415m), gaining fantastic views across Loch Lomond to Ben Lomond and beyond. We’ll finish our day in Tarbet, a small village situated on the shores of Loch Lomond.

Option 2 - The Cobbler and Beinn Narnain

Distance: 10 miles (15.5km) 

Ascent: 3,950ft (1,220m) 

If you’re up for a challenge, then you’ll conquer two of the best peaks of the famed Arrochar Alps. We’ll avoid rock climbing, but we’ll take paths that are steep and rough at times. 

From Succoth at the head of Loch Long, we’ll take a strenuous route up into the corrie that sits below the craggy rock pinnacles of The Cobbler (also known as Ben Arthur). Then it’s a steep climb up to the summit ridge where we’ll visit the North Top (note that The Centre Top, a rock pinnacle, is for rock climbers only). 

We’ll head down to the col then back up to the summit of Beinn Narnain, our second Munro of the holiday. On a clear day you’ll be able to watch the sea lochs extending south into the sun and the Highlands all around. From here we’ll retrace our steps briefly, descending by Coire a’ Bhalachain to finish back at the starting point of the walk. 

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

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Daily Walk Options

Grade 2

Easier Walks

Good paths but walks are a bit longer. Some walks, particularly in mountain areas, may have sections over rough or steeper terrain.

Grade 5

Harder Walks

Good fitness and stamina required. Expect rocky terrain with sustained ascents and descents. Walks may include high summits and ridges.

Accommodation

Buchanan Arms Hotel - West Highland Way

Situated in the popular tourist village of Drymen, the Buchanan Arms Hotel dates to the mid 1700's. Formerly an inn, it has been lovingly restored to its modern-day form. The hotel boasts a leisure club with swimming pool and gym which are free for guests to use.  All rooms include hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, TV, Wi-Fi, and telephone. This hotel is dog-friendly so you may meet four legged friends in some of the communal areas.

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Packing list

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 insect repellent and tick remover tool
  • Sit mat   
  • Waterproof pouch for valuables  
  • Rubbish bag (remember to always leave no trace)  
  • Wallet/purse  
  • Camera
  • Walking poles

Ticks

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.

Carbon Footprint - 111kg CO2

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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