Walking Holidays
September 2018
Saturday 1st September - Tuesday 4th September 2018
Raasay
Return to this glorious island offshore from Skye. It is perfect spot for walking with miles of good paths and virtually no traffic. Glorious views in every direction. We visit abandoned villages, charming coves and walk the famous Calum’s Road. Option of climbing the iconic Dun Can. We stay at the luxurious Raasay House, the ex-clan chief’s home.
| Grade | 1-2 - what does this mean? |
|---|---|
| Availability | Sorry, fully booked but we are taking names for the waiting list |
| Price | £390 or more for de luxe room. |
| Departure | 7 am from Buchanan Street Bus Station in Glasgow for bus up to Sconser on Skye. Then short ferry crossing to Raasay |
| Accommodation | Bed + Breakfast at Raasay House |
Saturday 22nd - Saturday 29th
Slovakia
Return visit to this beautiful area in northern Slovakia as we trek through the Tatras and Paradise National Parks on the border between Slovakia and Poland... show more
Saturday 22nd September - Saturday 29th September 2018
Slovakia
Return visit to this beautiful area in northern Slovakia as we trek through the Tatras and Paradise National Parks on the border between Slovakia and Poland. Very varied walks on excellent paths in an area similar in many ways to the Swiss Alps. Lots of wildlife, including bears, outstanding scenery and spectacular views. Cable cars make ascending a joy!
| Grade | 2 - what does this mean? |
|---|---|
| Availability | 4 spaces |
| Price | £810 Does not include flight to Slovakia |
| Departure | Glasgow Airport for short flight to Luton and then 2½ hour flight to Poprad. For the return flight it is necessary to spend the night near Luton airport, or travel into London, but we can organise that for you. |
| Accommodation | Dinner Bed and Breakfast in upgraded 3-4* hotel with spa and indoor swimming pool. |
October 2018
Friday 5th October - Monday 8th October 2018
Royal Deeside
Relaxing weekend in beautiful Deeside. Surrounded by glorious scenery our walks are on excellent paths as we follow the River Dee through well maintained estates and attractive woodland. We have easy ascents up to local viewpoints and visit some historic communities. We are based in the attractive small town of Ballater where about every shop seems to have some royal connection!
Ballater is right in the heart of some wonderful walking country. We plan to walk through Invercauld Estate, complete the Seven Bridges walk around Ballater itself, climb easily up to the viewpoint over the Dee on Craigendarroch Hill, explore the dramatic landscape of Cambus o’ May and visit a spectacular castle. The walking is mainly very easy and generally on excellent paths and tracks with the old Deeside railway track put to good use. This is gentle countryside as the Dee meanders through some very pleasant woodland which should be stunning with the Autumn colours at this time of year. It’s a place to come to relax and enjoy the best of country life. We average 8 miles a day. This is a glorious area for gentle but very varied walking.
| Grade | 1-2 - what does this mean? |
|---|---|
| Availability | Sorry, fully booked but we are taking names for the waiting list |
| Price | £280 |
| Departure | Kelvin Hall, Glasgow at 3.00 pm |
| Accommodation | Bed + Breakfast at comfortable 3* Guest House in Ballatar |
Friday 19th - Monday 22nd
Lake District
Pleasant walking from our charming base of Braithwaite near Keswick... show more
Friday 19th October - Monday 22nd October 2018
Lake District
Pleasant walking from our charming base of Braithwaite near Keswick. There are the options of staying in the valleys and lakeside or ascending some easy fells above the village and beautiful Derwentwater. A sail across the Water is included. Our base, The Middle Ruddings Inn, is a classic, cosy Lake District Inn complete with open fires and sleepy dogs!
| Grade | 1-2 or 1-3 - what does this mean? |
|---|---|
| Availability | 5 spaces |
| Price | £290 |
| Departure | Kelvin Hall, Glasgow, at 3.00 pm |
| Accommodation | Dinner Bed + Breakfast |
November 2018
Friday 2nd - Sunday 4th
Arran
This weekend offers great walking, spectacular Autumn colours and no crowds! We walk sections of the Coastal Way, visit the grounds of Brodick Castle and explore the Giants Graves in the woods above Whiting Bay... show more
Friday 2nd November - Sunday 4th November 2018
Arran
This weekend offers great walking, spectacular Autumn colours and no crowds! We walk sections of the Coastal Way, visit the grounds of Brodick Castle and explore the Giants Graves in the woods above Whiting Bay. Those who wish can climb Goat Fell. I have also been told by Gail that this is the time and the place to get great bargains on a selection of Christmas presents!
| Grade | 1 - 2 / 3 - what does this mean? |
|---|---|
| Availability | 5 spaces |
| Price | £220 includes ferry crossing from Ardrossan to Brodick |
| Departure | Kelvin Hall, Glasgow, at 2 pm |
| Accommodation | We stay at the comfortable Dunvegan House in Brodick. |
