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Outer Hebridean Hike, Scotland

Discover the varied and stunning scenery of the Outer Hebrides on this walking short break. Hikes takes us to the heart of Celtic lore and tradition, introducing us to some of the most pristine and beautiful landscapes in the entire country.

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Type of Holiday: Walking, Wilderness Trekking, Short Breaks, Walking Holidays

Price:

From £375 based on two people sharing

Duration: 4 days

Departures: 2012 departures: 25 May, 22 Jun.

Start point: Inverness train station OR Inverness airport

End point: Inverness train station OR Inverness airport

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Greentraveller's Tobias Chapple considers the journey from London to Inverness to be one of the top six overnight train rides in Europe. Start your holiday the green way, when you leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind on a relaxing 11 hour journey arriving in Inverness the following morning.

Read More: Six top overnight train journeys in Europe

Overview of Hebrides Hiking Short Break

Isle of Lewis

After departing from Inverness, we travel to Ullapool for the evening ferry to Stornoway via a short walk around the Corrieshalloch Gorge, which boasts a 40 metre waterfall. We may see porpoises, dolphins or even whales which swim through The Minch during the ferry journey to the Isle of Lewis. The following day involves a trip to Great Bernera, an island attached to Lewis by a bridge, where we enjoy a circular walk around the island with its white sand beaches, Bosta Iron Age village and tremendous views of the Lewis coastline. On our return journey to Stornoway we visit Callanish Standing Stones and meet Callum and Angus for a weaving demonstration on the old loom - and the chance to try the weaving for yourself.

Isle of Harris

The following day starts with a drive south to Harris where we hike either to the top of Clisham, the highest peak in the Western Isles, or follow the old green road from Rhenigidale to the deserted village of Molinginish. After a short walk to Rogie Falls on the mainland, the journey finishes in Inverness where you can be dropped off at the train station or at the airport.

Comment

A superb introduction to the different facets of the Outer Hebrides. Exploration on foot giving the opportunity to experience the best of these wonderful islands.