Hiking Holiday: West Highland Way 96 Miles in 7 Days
17 May 2027 @ All Day
An unforgettable seven-day journey through the Scottish Highlands, following the iconic West Highland Way from Milngavie to Fort William.
An unforgettable seven-day journey through the Scottish Highlands, following the iconic West Highland Way from Milngavie to Fort William.
Walk 96 miles through some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery, from woodland and countryside to the shores of Loch Lomond, dramatic glens and Highland mountains.
Presented by MJ Outdoors Adventures & Back on Track, this is a self-guided walking adventure with the major logistics taken care of for you. You’ll have the freedom to walk at your own pace, with detailed route information, luggage transfers and a highly trained support team with you throughout the trip.
Summary of West Highland Way Itinerary:
Day 1 – Milngavie to Drymen:
12 miles / 19km
A scenic and relatively gentle introduction to the West Highland Way, travelling through woodland and open countryside, including Mugdock Country Park. Camping overnight.
Day 2 – Drymen to Rowardennan:
15 miles / 24km
Climb Conic Hill for spectacular panoramic views and your first unforgettable sight of Loch Lomond, before descending towards the loch and continuing to Rowardennan. Overnight in a modern private hostel, in small rooms reserved for our group.
Day 3 – Rowardennan to Inverarnan:
14 miles / 22.5km
Follow the eastern shoreline of Loch Lomond through one of the more rugged and adventurous sections of the trail, with uneven terrain and challenging lochside paths. Camping overnight.
Day 4 – Inverarnan to Tyndrum:
12 miles / 19km
Leave Loch Lomond behind and follow beautiful Glen Falloch through woodland and open countryside as the landscape becomes increasingly mountainous. Overnight in modern camping pods.
Day 5 – Tyndrum to Kingshouse:
19 miles / 30.5km
The longest and one of the most spectacular days of the adventure. Pass the historic Bridge of Orchy before crossing wide, open moorland surrounded by magnificent Highland mountains. Overnight in modern camping pods.
Day 6 – Kingshouse to Kinlochleven:
9 miles / 14.5km
Tackle one of the West Highland Way’s most famous sections, the Devil’s Staircase, with breathtaking views across Glen Coe and the surrounding mountains before descending towards Kinlochleven. Overnight in a modern private hostel, in small rooms reserved for our group.
Day 7 – Kinlochleven to Fort William:
15 miles / 24km
The final day takes you through peaceful woodland and dramatic Highland landscapes towards Fort William, where you’ll complete the West Highland Way with approximately 96 miles of walking behind you.
Difficulty: Challenging – seven consecutive days of walking, covering approximately 9–19 miles per day.
Bring: Suitable walking clothing, waterproofs, footwear and personal walking/camping equipment. A detailed kit list will be provided.
Refreshments / Facilities: Breakfasts, packed lunches and trail snacks are included. Dinners are not included.
Accommodation: A mix of camping, private hostels and modern camping pods: camping on Days 1 & 3; private hostel accommodation in small rooms reserved for the group on Days 2 & 6; and modern camping pods on Days 4 & 5.
Fees & Payments: £890, with £150 deposit per person upon booking. Final payment due by 1st March 2027.
Fee includes: Accommodation days 1-6, breakfasts, lunches and snacks, route planning, luggage transfers, support team and vehicle where accessible, plus pre-trip preparation and guidance.
Not included: Dinners, travel to Milngavie/from Fort William, accommodation before/after the trip, personal equipment, travel insurance and spending money.