Classic Walks of Scotland

6 Days | Soak up the scenery on Scotland’s best walks

5 out of 5 based on 9 reviews submitted.
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Experience some of Scotland’s most iconic walks, like the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way, and take on Ben Nevis – the highest peak in Scotland and the entire United Kingdom – with two experts by your side. Fort William, located on the shores of Loch Linnhe, is famous for being the gateway to Ben Nevis and will be your home away from home on this trip. Trek through an ever-changing landscape, rich in Scottish culture and dramatic scenery and after each active day, unwind in a charming Scottish town with atmospheric pubs to celebrate!

Trip overview

Map of Classic Walks Of Scotland including United Kingdom
Start
Fort William, United Kingdom
Finish
Fort William, United Kingdom
Theme
Walking & trekking
Destinations
United Kingdom
Physical rating
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 14
Trip code
BWXF
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Why you'll love this trip
  • Unpack once, settle in, and enjoy a warm welcome back at the end of each day in Fort William – this village is your base for the trip.
  • Feel safe as an experienced and qualified leader shows you the way while you take in the spectacular scenery on some of Scotland’s best walks.
  • Conquer Ben Nevis – the king of Scotland walks – with qualified mountain guides who will give you plenty of encouragement and help you scale the mountain at your own pace.
  • Trek the West Highland Way and experience the best of it (like Devil’s Staircase) and enjoy a leisurely walk along the Great Glen Way.
  • Only use public transport on the trip, giving you a slice of the local life and avoiding unnecessary queues – plus, you can easily reach Fort William by train if you’re travelling from a major UK city!

Is this trip right for you?
  • This is a walking trip. Please carefully read descriptions of all the walks as you will need a good level of fitness to fully enjoy all the included hikes.
  • Scottish weather can surprise – in good and bad way – so be prepared for lovely sunshine but also rain, wind, and lower temperatures. Please make sure you have good walking boots, rain gear, warm clothing, and sun protection for this trip.
  • On Day 5 we will climb Ben Nevis. While the group will be led by qualified guides, it is important you are aware that the trek will take almost the entire day.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

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Map of Classic Walks Of Scotland including United Kingdom

Inclusions

Meals

5 breakfasts

Transport

Walking, public bus, train, taxi

Accommodation

Guesthouse (5 nights)

Activities
  • Fort William - Fort William Orientation Walk
  • Fort William - West Highland Way Guided Hike (Glencoe to Kinlochleven Section including Devil’s Staircase)
  • Fort William - West Highland Way Guided Hike (Final Stage)
  • Fort William - Commando Memorial Visit
  • Fort William - Great Glen Way Guided Hike via Caledonian Canal to Gairlochy
  • Fort William - Ben Nevis Guided Hike
  • Fort William - Cow Hill Guided Hike
  • Fort William - Glen Nevis Guided Hike

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. This trip starts at 3pm in Fort William on Day 1 and finishes at 1pm in Fort William on Day 6. Please book your onwards travels accordingly.
3. Fort William can be reached either by the sleeper train from London or by bus from Inverness (2 hours) or by a long but scenic train ride from Glasgow (5 hours).
4. Pre and post tour additional accommodation, arrival and departure transfers are available to book upon request, subject to availability. Please contact your Travel Consultant for more details.
5. If you’d like extending your exploration of Scotland, consider joining one of our other adventures on Orkney or Shetland Islands. Just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

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Reviews

5 out of 5 based on 9 reviews submitted.
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John · Traveled August 2024
The trip was a great way to see and experience Highlands walking! The leaders were great and the group friendly and social. It was a thoroughly enjoyable way to hike in Scotland.
Review submitted 19 Aug 2024

Stephanie · Traveled August 2024
I loved this trip and would recommend without reservation! I was concerned about the level of fitness required but after a month or two of my regular gym work outs with some hiking targeted work outs added on, it was definitely feasible! This was my first solo trip with a group like this and I’ll definitely be back!
Review submitted 30 Aug 2024

Margaret · Traveled August 2024
Despite it being the rainiest summer in Scotland since 1969, this week of Classic Walks was fantastic. Midgies and all. From the West Highland Way to trudging up Ben Nevis, I recommend this beatuiful week of walking wholeheartedly. Guides kept us well taken care of, breakfasts were delicious, and it was super fun to be with such a lovely group of international folk. Am already thinking about my next Intrepid trip.
Review submitted 24 Aug 2024

chiara · Traveled August 2024
The trip Classic Scotland with Intrepid travel has been a really great experience, Despite the rain and midgets , the hikes have been truly amazing, incredible scenery where you feel one with nature. Our guides Rory and Alan have been also very helpful, knowledgeable and always very approachable. The guesthouse where we were staying a great place place to come back to rest after the hikes. Climbing Ben Nevis is quite challenging due to the steep hikes, the rocky paths and the very cold weather reaching the top. But an incredible and rewarding experience. I would recommend this trip happily to everyone.
Review submitted 20 Aug 2024

Jaslyn · Traveled April 2024
Great trip including all the major hiking routes and climbs around Fort William. Lara is an amazing guide and the hike up Ben Nevis was incredible as was the parts of the West Highland Way we achieved in 2 days.
Review submitted 01 May 2024
Classic Walks of Scotland
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