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Isle
Of Skye Spectacular
Easyways is now
able to offer a new exciting trek through the magical Isle of Skye.
The route is truly spectacular, including some coastal walking, trekking
through the famous Cuillin mountains, and finally traversing the Quiraing
before descending to Duntulm Castle on the far north of Skye, with
stunning views to the Outer Hebrides.
Though
the distances are not great and the height gain moderate on most sections,
this trek is suitable only for experienced walkers
with good map and compass reading abilities, as the trek is not waymarked
and the trails indistinct at times. This trek is offered with daily
baggage transfers included so that walkers can comfortably complete
the route and enjoy the solitude and magnificent scenery, knowing
that their baggage awaits them at the next stop, especially important
if the weather is changeable.
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Day 1
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Arrive at Mallaig, ferry to Armadale,
Isle of Skye, met at ferry point to be taken to the first accommodation
in Sleat, "the garden of Skye". |
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Day 2
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A short taxi ride to the start of
the trek on the southern tip of Skye (Sleat), ascend over low
hills and down to the coast with your first views of the magnificent
Cuillins. Transferred to Sleat accommodation. 12m/19 km |
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Day 3
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Continuing along the coastline, you
are now in remote Scottish countryside as you make your way through
the heather clad hillside to a remote village. 9.5m/15
km |
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Day 4
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Walking past waterfalls, an abandoned
crofting village, then open moorland before you descend to another
isolated area overlooking the Cuillins. 9.5m/15 km |
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Day 5
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A dramatic walk through the Cuillins
themselves on a good track, eventually emerging at Sligachan
and the famous hotel, your accommodation for the night. A
fantastic optional extra is to take the Bella Jane boat trip
from Elgol across the water to meet up with the track leading
through the Cuillins and onwards to Sligachan (not included
in the cost of the tour but highly recommended). 9.5m/15
km
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Day 6
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An easy walk on the other side of
Skye, to Portree, the picturesque capital of Skye. 11.5m/18
km |
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Day 7
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Dramatic coastline walking as you
climb towards the heart of Skye and the Old Man of Storr. For
the more experienced, a climb up Storr can be included. Some walking
by the cliffs on this section but it is possible to stay far away
from the edge!! 7.5m/12 km |
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Day 8
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The last day of walking and an easier
one as you pass the Quiraing, then traverse part of the Trotternish
Ridge and descend down to Duntulm Castle. Your hotel accommodation
directly overlooks the castle. The views here are truly stunning
and present a fitting end to an extraordinary trek away from it
all. 5.5m/9 km |
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Day 9
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Taxi to Uig/Portree for various return
routes via Portree, Kyle of Lochalsh, Fort William, Inverness. |
Package includes:
- 8 nights B&B accommodation,
mostly en suite, full Scottish Breakfast
- Daily baggage transfers
- Taxi transfers as indicated in itinerary
- Maps and detailed route itineraries
Cost - £495 per person - based on two persons
sharing accommodation. Minimum two persons; sorry but we cannot accommodate solo walkers on
this trek
Packed lunches
These are not included in the above cost, but are advisable,
due to the remote nature of the walk. Prepayment for 6packed lunches
is £28 and can be paid in advance.
Evening meals
These cost extra and are available nearby or in accommodation in some
cases.
Length of trek
This trek can be lengthened to allow mountain
climbing if desired, based at Sligachan. Please enquire.
Availability
Treks can start any day of the week from May to the end of September
and at other times by arrangement. Limited accommodation availability
in some places so booking well in advance is strongly advised.
Key symbols
Difficulty
of Terrain |
Route
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Navigational
Skills |
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Challenging
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Experienced
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Challenging
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