Independent Great Glen Way 
The Great Glen Way is links Fort William, on Loch Linnhe, via Loch Ness to Inverness, on the Beauly Firth. Covering a distance of 77 miles (118 Km) or so the Great Glen Way follows along one of the great geological faults of Scotland. Discover the workings of Neptune's Staircase, the wonderful construction of Telford's Caledonian Canal as it travels through the Great Glen.
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Do some Nessie spotting along Loch Ness, and explore the ruinous ramparts of Urquhart Castle, as you enjoy an enchanting wee walk to remember.Much less hilly than the West Highland Way, walking the Great Glen Way over 5 days allows for an easy pace, achievable by just about anybody.
We are offering a choice of three options for our independent Great Glen Way: Standard, Superior and Premier.
On the Superior and Premier options evening meals are available locally either at your accommodation or nearby. The Value option allows for either self-catering or eating out, though on one night on the Value option you will not be able to eat out. Packed lunches are obtainable either from accommodation providers or local shops. Details will be provided in your holiday dossier.
Baggage transfers for 1 bag per person are included on all options so you only need to carry a day pack.
Start: Fort William - morning
Finish: Inverness – flexible time
Available: April to October – may be available at other times without overnight bag transfers. All departures are subject to accommodation availability.
Typical Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Fort William – take your bag to our local representative and walk to Gairlochy – approximately 10 miless
Day 2: Walk to Laggan – approximately 12 miles
Day 3: Walk to Invermoriston – approximately 17 miles
Day 4: Walk to Drumnadrochit – approximately 14 miles
Day 5: Walk to Inverness – approximately 18 miles
Day 6: Onward travel
Standard Option - What's Included
Includes:
- 4 nights hostel accommodation plus 1 night guest house
- 1 breakfast
- Overnight bag transfers - 1 bag per person
- Route map and dossier
- Temporary SYHA membership
- Emergency telephone support
Not included:
- 3 breakfasts
- Packed lunches and evening meals
- Transport to Fort William or from Inverness
- Cost of public transport / taxi if accommodation is off route – required on at least 1 night
Optional extras:
- Accommodation in Fort William – please ask for a quote before booking.
- Additional nights in Inverness or on route for a rest day – please ask for a quote before booking.
Price:
£285 per person based on minimum of 2 people in the group
£375 per person for individual bookings
Superior Option - What's Included
Includes:
- 5 nights guest house accommodation (ensuite where possible)
- 5 breakfasts
- Overnight bag transfers - 1 bag per person
- Route map and dossier
- Emergency telephone support
Not included:
- Packed lunches and evening meals
- Transport to Fort William or from Inverness
- Cost of public transport / taxi if accommodation is off route
Optional extras:
- Accommodation in Fort William – please ask for a quote before booking.
- Additional nights in Inverness or on route for a rest day – please ask for a quote before booking.
Prices:
£389 per person based on minimum of 2 people in the group
Single room supplement £75 (maximum of 1 single room per party – if you require multiple single rooms please contact us prior to booking)
£545 per person for individual bookings – price includes single room supplement
Premier Option - What's Included
Includes:
- 4 nights hotel and 1 night 4 * guest house
- 5 breakfasts
- Overnight bag transfers - 1 bag per person
- 2 return taxi transfers from the route to your overnight accommodation
- Route map and dossier
- Emergency telephone support
Not included:
- Packed lunches and evening meals
- Transport to Fort William or from Inverness
- Cost of public transport / taxi if accommodation is off route except as stated above
Optional extras:
Accommodation in Fort William – please ask for a quote before booking.
Additional nights in Inverness or on route for a rest day – please ask for a quote before booking.
Prices:
£589 per person based on minimum of 2 people in the group
Single room supplement £100 (maximum of 1 single room per party – if you require multiple single rooms please contact us prior to booking)
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2 or more: Minimum 2 people per booking
Individual: Individual bookings
| Option | Price | SRS | Choose your date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard
(2 or more) |
£285 pp | n/a | |
| Standard
(Individual) |
£375 pp | Incl. | |
| Superior
(2 or more) |
£389 pp | £75 | |
| Superior
(Individual) |
£545 pp | Incl. | |
| Premier
(2 or more) |
£589 pp | £100 |
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