Scotland · HIKING & TREKKING
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Here are the 9 hiking & trekking days that stand up to a full day out: what each costs, how long you are on the road, and which suits a first trip. Number one is first for a reason.
Hike the Pentland Hills with local guide Rishi from Edinburgh, with snacks, an all-day bus pass, and real wildlife and views.
“Wonderful views and exactly as it is described in the description. We had the most beautiful weather possible for Oct in Scotland . Very knowledgeable guide with lots of interesting facts. Great snacks.”
Skye Explorer Hiking Day Tour from Inverness: Loch Ness, Eilean Donan, Quiraing and Storr hike, with guide-led walks and stops.
“Absolutely breathtaking views in Skye! Fairy Glen, Old Man of Store and the Quiraing Murdoch was a wonderful guide and a great storyteller too. A perfect day! The lunch was also delicious thanks to Lisa at skyebakery! Highly recommend this trip.”
Hike Arthur’s Seat with a local guide from Holyroodhouse, enjoy 360 views, learn plants and wildlife, and get trip recommendations.
“Had a nice hike up Arthur's Seat. David was very knowledgeable pointing out lots of interesting facts along the way. Fantastic views all over the city and beyond.”
A guided Arthur’s Seat sunset hike in Edinburgh with a head torch, summit snack, and small-group pacing through Holyrood Park.
“Marcus was incredibly informative and helpful as we made our journey up Arthur's seat. The views were stunning. The "Boy Scout and 2 Eagle Scout Moms"! Great tips for Inverness. Walrus and Corkscrew was wonderful!! Thank you SO much!!”
Guided Hebridean farm hike above Tobermory on Isle of Mull, with ridge views to Rum, wildlife, and farm history from Karen.
“Karen is lovely! My tour exposed me to beautiful views of surrounding isles and and waterways plus she is well educated in local Hortaculture and history i would gladly take this tour mutiple times my words cant express what my heart and mind experienced Also her husband teaches natural stone wall Construction. It is truely a MUST on your travel list plan to return asap mark hankins”
Walk Quinag in Scotland’s Highlands with a small group, expert guide, and sweeping Loch Assynt views on a 12 km hike.
“This was honestly the best walking vacation that we could have wished for in Gran Canaria.”
Small-group Ben Nevis day hike from Edinburgh with pickup, expert guides, a tough 17 km climb, and huge Highlands views.
“I did two activities with Intrepidus and absolutely loved them”
A private 12-hour Skye day trip from Inverness with Loch Ness, Highland cows, Old Man of Storr, and drone photos, plus whisky.
“Luke provides a wealth of information about the sites on the tour, including historical facts, statistics, stories, geographic information, and trivia facts throughout the tour. His music and video accompaniments were a perfect added attraction. He was very considerate in offering plenty of restroom stops as well as tailoring the tour to our interests and abilities. We loved his personal stories about his connection to the area. Don’t hesitate to book with Luke! It is a great tour!”
Guided hike to Ben Macdui from Aviemore, crossing Cairngorms National Park with safety gear and big mountain views.
“This hike was absolutely the best! Matt is the perfect guide - knows the mountains and is enthusiastic in sharing his passion for the Scottish hillsides, nature, history and the abundance of beauty. I included a photo of one of his favorite places that he was kind enough to share with us. My fellow hikers and I can’t recommend this hike enough!!!”
