The West Highland Way Walking Holidays

The West Highland Way runs 96 miles from Milngavie to Fort William, and the northern half holds the drama. From Bridge of Orchy you cross the open bog of Rannoch Moor, meet Buachaille Etive Mor at the head of Glen Coe, then climb the Devil’s Staircase to 548m before dropping to Kinlochleven beneath the Mamores. The route is signposted throughout, luggage moves between guest houses, and the season runs April to October.

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WEST HIGHLAND WAY & SKYE

West Highland Way & Skye

A self-guided walking holiday exploring the scenic West Scotland

$ 1,268

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7 days

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Introduction to The West Highland Way

The West Highland Way runs 96 miles from Milngavie to Fort William, and the northern half holds the drama. From Bridge of Orchy you cross the open bog of Rannoch Moor, meet Buachaille Etive Mor at the head of Glen Coe, then climb the Devil’s Staircase to 548m before dropping to Kinlochleven beneath the Mamores. The route is signposted throughout, luggage moves between guest houses, and the season runs April to October.

  • Rannoch Moor from Bridge of Orchy
  • Buachaille Etive Mor at the head of Glen Coe
  • The Devil’s Staircase, high point of the trail at 548m
  • Kinlochleven and the wall of the Mamores
  • Glen Nevis and the finish at Fort William
  • Bag transfer between guest houses each day

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