The West Highland Way.
Scotland on Foot.
Ninety-six miles from the edge of Glasgow to the foot of Ben Nevis: along the shore of Loch Lomond, across the wild emptiness of Rannoch Moor, over the Devil's Staircase and down into Fort William. Long June days, Highland inns, and your bag waiting at each night's stop.
Why walk it
A true end-to-end walk
Start at the obelisk in Milngavie and finish in Gordon Square, Fort William. Few things feel better than walking a whole country, coast to mountains.
The best of the Highlands
Loch Lomond, Glen Coe's mountains, Rannoch Moor and Ben Nevis. Scotland's grandest scenery, at walking pace.
Leaders who've walked it
Scott and Erin have walked the whole West Highland Way themselves, and they'll walk every mile with you. We handle the bookings, the bags and the plan; you walk.
From our own walk
Day by day
Draft itinerary. Distances are approximate; final overnight stops are confirmed with our local partner.
Arrive in Glasgow
Meet at our Glasgow hotel near Queen Street station. Kit check, trip briefing and welcome dinner.
Glasgow to Milngavie
A free morning in Glasgow, then the short train ride to Milngavie and the official start of the Way. A quiet evening before the walking begins.
Milngavie to Drymen · 12 miles
Easy country paths and old railway lines out of the city, past the Glengoyne distillery, into farmland.
Drymen to Rowardennan · 15 miles
Over Conic Hill for the first big view of Loch Lomond, then along the wooded eastern shore.
Rowardennan to Inverarnan · 14 miles
The roughest stretch: rocks and roots along the lochside. Slow going, and some of the loveliest walking of the trip.
Inverarnan to Tyndrum · 12 miles
Up Glen Falloch past waterfalls and into the hills, following old drove roads.
Tyndrum to Kingshouse · 19 miles
The longest day and the most remarkable: across Rannoch Moor on an old military road to the edge of Glen Coe.
Kingshouse to Kinlochleven · 9 miles
A short day with a big climb up the Devil's Staircase, the highest point of the Way, then down to Kinlochleven.
Kinlochleven to Fort William · 15 miles
Through Lairigmor below the mountains, with Ben Nevis ahead, to the finish in Gordon Square. Celebration dinner.
Fort William to Glasgow
Morning train back to Glasgow (about 4 hours) and flights home.
Included
- 9 nights in hotels, inns and guesthouses with private bathrooms
- Breakfast daily and 8 dinners, including the welcome and finish dinners
- Packed lunches on every walking day
- Daily luggage transfer between overnight stops (one bag per person, up to 20 kg / 44 lb)
- Trains from Glasgow to Milngavie and from Fort William back to Glasgow
- Scott and Erin walking with the group every day, plus 24-hour local support
- Maps, guidebook, welcome kit and a pre-trip training plan
Not included
- Flights to and from Glasgow
- Travel insurance (required)
- Dinner in Milngavie (night 2), drinks and gratuities
- Taxis if you choose to skip part of a stage (we can arrange them)
Is this trip for you?
You should be comfortable walking 9 to 15 miles a day on consecutive days, with one 19-mile day and some steep, rocky and boggy ground. There is no coach following the group; if you need a shorter day, we can arrange a taxi for part of a stage. Expect rain and wind at any time of year, and midges (tiny biting flies) in sheltered spots.
Our travel tips page has a packing list and a training plan for this trip.
Questions
What will the weather be like?
June brings Scotland's longest days, often 17 or more hours of daylight, and temperatures of about 45–65°F. It can rain any day, so waterproof jacket and trousers are essential.
What are midges?
Tiny biting flies found near water and in still, damp weather. A head net and repellent (Smidge is the local favorite) keep them at bay. They're a nuisance, not a danger.
Do I carry my own luggage?
No. You carry only a daypack. Your main bag travels ahead to each night's stop.
Can I come on my own?
Yes. A limited number of single rooms are available for a single supplement.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes, with at least $50,000 of emergency medical cover and $100,000 of evacuation. See our travel tips.
Do US citizens need anything to enter the UK?
Yes, a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), applied for online before you fly. Details are on our travel tips page.
Price
A deposit holds your place, and the balance can be paid in monthly installments. Refer a friend who books and get $100 off your balance. The trip runs with a minimum number of travelers; full terms are sent when reservations open.
14 spots.
June 4–13, 2028.
Reservations for The West Highland Way are not open yet. Join the interest list and you'll hear first, with the early-booking price, before we open it to everyone.