Kintyre Way
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About the Kintyre Way
Newly opened in August 2006 and stretching from Tarbet Harbour, in the north of the peninsula, to Dunaverty Bay in the south, the Kintyre Way allows exploration of this as yet undiscovered part of Scotland.
The Kintyre way criss-crosses Kintyre connecting communities and explores tiny fishing villages, hidden coves and inlets, breathtaking beaches and genuinely friendly locals.
This is the area the Vikings tried to claim as an island by dragging their boats across the narrow neck of land at Tarbert (translated from the Old Norse as Boat Drag).
About your walking holiday
The 89 mile (144km) route of the Kintyre Way follows the coastline at times but also meanders inland across the peninsula.
Due to the nature of accommodation used on this holiday, early booking (more than 8 weeks in advance) is strongly recommended.
Kintyre Way - Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Meet at Stirling early morning and travel by minibus to the picturesque fishing port of Tarbert. After leaving our overnight bags at the hotel we will start our walk along the Kintyre Way as far as Skipness. (~10mls / 16km)
Day 2: From Skipness on the east we continue our walk along Kintyre Way across the peninsula to Clachan on the west side and views across to Jura. (~11mls / 17km).
Day 3: We head south down following the coastline along the Sound of Gigha as far as Killean. (~11mls / 17km).
Day 4: Our route now heads back inland to cross the peninsula to the pretty coastal village of Carradale on the west coast,where we stay the night (~12mls / 20.4km).
Day 5: We reach half way on our Kintyre Way walking holiday today. More coastal walking takes us down to Saddell with its 12th century Cistercian abbey before heading inland through forestry to Lussa Loch. (~14mls / 22km) Travel onwards to Campbeltown and our accommodation for the next 3 nights.
Day 6: From Lussa we walk down the road to Campbeltown before heading back eastwards as far as Ballygrogan. (~14mls / 22km).
Day 7: Today we finish the road section of the Kintyre Way into Machrihanish famous for its expanse of golden sand, golf course and air base. The route now heads cross country over moorland before reaching the road at Amod. (~9mls / 14km)
Day 8: A short road section of ~6 miles (9km) takes us to Southend and the completion of the Kintyre Way. After a short celebration we travel by mini-bus back to Stirling.
Kintyre Way - what's included?
Your walking holiday includes:
- 7 guided walking days along the Kintyre Way
- 7 nights ensuite hotel accommodation (alternative accommodation available)
- Full Scottish Breakfasts
- Transport from and back to Stirling
- Daily transport as required and for baggage
- Qualified Leader
- Personalised Certificate
Group Size:
The minimum group size is 6. The maximum number of participants per leader is 11.
Group Bookings & Private Guiding
Additional dates or spaces are available for group booking and private guiding by arrangement. Please phone us on 01786 445 703 or complete the Special Enquiry form.
Early Bird Bonus
Book your holiday more than 12 weeks in advance to claim 5% off.
You must quote “Early Bird 08” promotional code on your booking form as the discount will not be automatically applied.
Book Your Kintyre Way Walking Holiday
How would you like to pay for your CNDo Scotland activity?
If you would prefer to pay by:
- Cheque - download our postal booking form.
- Credit/Debit card securely online - use the form below
| Dates | SRS | Price | Spaces (?) | |
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| 2 - 9 August | £126 | £729 |  |
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| 21 - 28 September | £126 | £729 | |
Just one room (twin) left for 10 - 17th May - book now to avoid disappointment
Recommended Reading for the Kintyre Way
To get the most from your walking holiday you may wish to do some background reading prior to departure.
Books which you may find informative are:
- Kintyre (Pevensey Island Guides) by Norman Newton
- Kintyre: The Hidden Past by Angus Martin
- Skipness: Memories of a Highland Estate by Angus Graham
- Skipness: The Wider View by Joanna Gordon
- Old Campbeltown and Machrihanish by Carol McNeil
Maps which you may find informative are:
