Walking Holidays in Scotland

With its dramatic landscapes of rolling hills and forests building into the great mountain ranges of the Highlands, criss-crossed by lochs and surrounded by thousands of miles of beautiful coastline and a myriad islands, Scotland is quite simply a paradise for walkers. Whatever pace you wish to take or ability level you have, there is definitely a path or route for you, undoubtedly offering wonderful views and the chance to experience nature right up close.

The Cairngorms are a lovely place to wander through varied scenery such as beautiful dense forests and rolling hills, while hiking in the Outer Hebrides takes to the core of Celtic traditions and the views of small Isles are the real highlights of coastal walking in the West Highlands. For those up for a challenge, trekking up Britain’s tallest peak, Ben Nevis is an exhilarating journey where you’ve the chance to be rewarded with spectacular views of Mull, Skye, Glencoe and the Cairngorms.  

During snowy months, the high massif of the Cairngorms and the Knoydart Peninsula are both fantastic locations to try your hand at winter walking. Whatever your interests, Scotland offers walkers countless great trails and the opportunity for memorable walking holidays.

Whether you’re interested in being part of a walking tour or prefer more independence, there is a wide range of guided and self-guided holidays to choose from. Featured below are some of the best walking holidays on offer in Scotland, all of which are easily reachable by public transport.