The Great Glen Way 
A self-guided walking holiday from the foot of Britain's highest mountain, to the mystery of Loch Ness and over wild Highland moorland to the Highland Capital
The Great Glen Way links the Atlantic Ocean in the west of Scotland with the Moray Firth on the east.
Opened in 2002 and stretching 73 miles (117km) from Fort William to Inverness, this walk follows one of the most scenic and famous of Scottish Glens.
The route begins near the foot of Ben Nevis, the UK's highest mountain and follows the Caledonian Canal along the banks of 4 spectacular Lochs on its way to Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands.
This route is generally easier than the West Highland Way as it follows canal tow-paths and Loch shores, although there are sections where the track climbs high above the shores of Loch Ness providing wonderful views below.
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Inverness Castle and the River Ness
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The Great Glen Way Map
Click on the map below for an enlarged view along with our recommended route

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73 miles (117 km) |
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Fort William / Inverness |
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March - October |
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7 nights / 6 days walking
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• Minimum / Maximum Walking Distances
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9 miles / 19 miles |
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Clearly waymarked |
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Moderate |
• Single Supplement
per night
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Budget - £ 15.00
Standard - £15.00
Premium - £20.00
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Please contact us for groups of 10 or more people |
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We've included details of what's included in your Great Glen Way package below which is based on 6 days walking and 7 nights accommodation.
Great Glen Way Package Includes
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- A traditional Scottish breakfast each morning (excluding hostels)
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- Door to door luggage transfers
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- Detailed Great Glen Way map
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- Detailed Travel Information
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View across Loch Ness
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2008 Prices
We offer 3 different accommodation styles to suit your budget:
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BUDGET
Staying in Hostels and some B&B's |
£ 305 |
STANDARD
Staying in Guest Houses, B&B's and some hotels
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£ 350 |
PREMIUM
Staying in good quality Guest Houses and Hotels |
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These prices are inclusive of VAT and
are per person, based on 2 people sharing accommodation.
To convert to your country's currency use our
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How to Book your Great Glen Way Walk

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Additional Days & Rest Days
We recommend that you walk the route in 6 days. However, if you would rather complete the walk in 5 or 7 days then please contact us and we'd be delighted to adjust your package accordingly.
We would be delighted to arrange additional accommodation for you along the route, whether this is at the start, during, or at the end of your walk. You may wish to plan a rest day or have an additional night at any of the locations along the route that offer additional activities - we've made some suggestions below. Please request this when you make an enquiry. |
Fort William
- Climb Ben Nevis
- Take a scenic journey across the Glenfinnan Viaduct on the Jacobite Steam Train to Mallaig
- Hire a car and explore the rest of Scotland
- Extend your walking holiday with a trip to the Isle of Skye
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Fort Augustus
- Spend a day in this pretty Highland village and take a crusie on Loch Ness
- Hire some clubs and enjoy a round of golf at the historic 9 hole course
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Drumnadrochit
- Explore Urquhart Castle and visit the Loch Ness 2000 Monster Exhibition.
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Inverness
- Explore the 'Capital of the Highlands'
- Visit Culloden Battlefield
- Take a Dolphin Cruise on the Moray Firth
- Enjoy a day trip to The Isle of Skye
- Hire a car and explore the rest of Scotland
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Travel Information
Detailed Travel Information on getting to the start of the Great Glen Way at Fort William and returning from Inverness at the end of the walk will be supplied in your Information Pack. Please click here for help with your planning.
Car Hire
If you wish to extend your walking holiday we would be delighted to arrange car hire for you. We offer great value, fully inclusive rates and ensure we arrange the right car to suit your needs. The rates we obtain are fully inclusive, with no hidden extras and we can arrange one way hires, if you are flying into one airport and returning from another.
And remember, every package is tailored to your specific requirements.

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