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The Coast to Coast Spectacular

Any day start April to October

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The Coast to Coast route passes through some of the most spectacular scenery in Scotland. Starting from the east, the route takes you from the North Sea at Inverness across the highlands to the Atlantic and Ardnamurchan Point, ie the most westerly point on the Scottish mainland. Returning south back via the lovely Isle of Mull, this route is truly spectacular. Highlights include the Great Glen Way, the Caledonian Canal and magnificent Glenfinnan.
Whilst many may consider the west to east option preferable due to prevailing winds, we much prefer the east to west route as the scenery becomes more and more magnificent as you go west, culminating in an unforgettable experience as you approach the Atlantic, through the wilderness of Ardnamurchan.

Day 1

Travel to Inverness
Travel north to Inverness for your first overnight stay prior to the start of the trek.

Day 2

Inverness-Dores 10m/16km
You start with a lovely walk through Ness Islands then onwards to the banks of the River Ness. Tarmac for 3 km then a delightful woodland walk on the banks of the river and Loch Ness.

Day 3

Dores-Foyers 11m/17.5km
Climb up into the hills on a minor road, then sweep down to the banks of Loch Ness. Spectacular views, including Falls of Foyers. Some tarmac (8 km), then track, woodlands and forest track. Height gain 200m.

Day 4

Foyers-Invermoristion 13m/22km
A special charter boat takes you to the other side of Loch Ness, then onwards on forest track, climbing up into the hills and back down again to Invermoriston. Height gain 200m.

Day 5

Invermoriston-Fort Augustus 12m/20
The Great Glen Way continues to climb up and down the forest areas, then down to Fort Augustus, a pretty village on the Caledonian Canal. Height gain 150m.

Day 6

Fort Augustus-South Laggan 12m/20km
Continuing along the Great Glen Way, then down to the canal to trek alongside Loch Oich, a gem of a walk today.

Day 7

South Laggan-Gairlochy 11m/19kmYou join the Great Glen Cycleway (forest track ) for a while, then a minor road with an opportunity to visit a museum to immerse yourself in the fascinating history of this area.

Day 8

Gairlochy-Glenfinnan 11m/18km
Follow the Caledonian Canal to the end, past Neptune's Staircase and look out to the Atlantic, before you enter Fort William. Then a short rail link to magnificent Glenfinnan to walk in the steps of Bonnie Prince Charlie who raised the Standard here for the Jacobite Rebellion in 1745.

Day 9

Glenfinnan-Acharacle 7m/12k
A spectacular cruise and historical commentary (on Wednesdays only). Otherwise a bus link (cruise or bus not included in price), then trek to a great castle hidden away in a remote area.

Day 10

Salen-Kilmory 12m/20km
Superb coastal trek, picnic on a remote sandy beach with wonderful views to the Small Isles of Rum and Eig.

Day 11

Kilmory-Kilchoan 16m/25km
A trek into the past, by sandy beaches and the remnants of communities ravaged by the Highland clearances long ago. Final trek to the most westerly point on the mainland, Ardnamurchan Point.

Day 12

Kilchoan-Tobermory-Oban-Glasgow
Ferry to the Isle of Mull then onwards to Oban for an overnight stay in Oban or train south to Glasgow and overnight in Glasgow

Your Package Includes:

  • 11 Days walking/12 Nights accommodation in quality B&Bs, guest houses, inns and hotels in rooms with shower/wc (where available)
  • Full Scottish breakfast
  • Door to door luggage transport
  • Maps and route notes
  • Charter boat across Loch Ness
  • Any necessary taxi transfers
  • Location details for each accommodation
  • Travel information to the start and from the finish of the walk
  • Emergency support

Not Included

  • Evening meals, packed lunches and drinks
  • Transport to the start of the walk at Inverness and public transport from Tobermory to the end of the walk at Oban/Glasgow
  • Travel insurance

PRICE
£635 per person
Minimum two persons
Single supplement £100
To make a reservation complete the enquiry form OR
Email: info@easyways.com and please quote code CTC

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