Colin Group - Hiking & Highlights of Scotland

Day 1 - Monday 6^th May - Welcome To Scotland! Meet Your Guide & Head North.

On arrival at Edinburgh Airport you will be met by your Private Guide (who will also act as your driver) and together you will head north towards the Highlands. Depending on your arrival time there are many options for gentle strolls taking in the beautiful scenery, which your guide will bring to life for you as you travel. So maybe enjoy a pub lunch or take a leg stretch to discover a special beauty spot as you make your way towards the charming town of Pitlochry.

Restaurant Links – Perthshire 

Overnight: Pitlochry | Craigmhor Lodge & Courtyard
Room Type: 2 x Master Suite
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Tuesday 7^th May - Hiking The Highlands

You have the full day to explore the surrounding mountains and glens on foot with your experience hiking guide today and you will be spoilt for choice with all the possible routes. Together with your guide you will decide on an option which suits your preferred level of challenge (and energy!), and the weather. Maybe conquer a local summit for fabulous views, or enjoy a gentle atmospheric exploration to discover a waterfall or forest walk discovering stories and local insights along the way.

Overnight: Pitlochry | Craigmhor Lodge & Courtyard
Room Type: 2 x Master Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 3 - Wednesday 8^th May - Transfer West & Hike on Route

Today you head to the stunning west coast passing through some beautiful mountain passes and scenery along the way. There are a plethora of superb hiking options along the way, so discuss the best options with your guide to suit the day. Your quirky hotel is in the centre of the ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’, nestled at the foot of the mighty Ben Nevis and looking out over the sea Loch Linnhe.

Restaurant Links – Fort William

Overnight: Fort William | The Garrison Hotel
Room Type: 2 x Garrison Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 4 - Thursday 9^th May - Hiking Lochaber or Glencoe

There are many classic hiking routes in Lochaber, but today is the perfect day to head down the coast to explore legendary Glencoe. The dramatic mountains and ridges of Glencoe have featured as the backdrop in many films and once you are looking up at these summits it is easy to see why!

Today you will explore this famous valley with your guide, there are plenty of options to suit every level of energy and challenge. After your hike settle down for a guide-led informal whisky tasting in a traditional climbers pub. Raise a toast of your favourite before your guide takes you back to your hotel.

Overnight: Fort William | The Garrison Hotel
Room Type: 2 x Garrison Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 5 - Friday 10^th May - Transfer to Inverness, 2 Pax Depart & 2 Pax play Golf

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before your guide transfers you to Inverness. Dropping 2 of your party to make their onward travel connections. Waving farewell for now but taking with you special memories and wonderful stories of your explorations. The remaining 2 pax get to enjoy a special round of golf at the top rated Castle Stuart course (now known as Cabot Highlands). Once finished a private transfer will take you to your welcoming hotel in Nairn.

Overnight: Nairn - Near Inverness | Golf View Nairn Hotel
Room Type: 1 x Deluxe Double
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 6 - Saturday 11^th May - 2 Pax Play Nairn Golf Club

Play one of the UK’s premier courses as you tee off practically from the door of your hotel and play your way around Nairn Golf Club. Enjoy a relaxed round and take time to relax and make the most of the hotel’s facilities afterwards.

Overnight: Nairn - Near Inverness | Golf View Nairn Hotel
Room Type: 1 x Deluxe Double
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 7 - Sunday 12^th May - Depart

A private transfer will take you to Inverness Airport to catch your onwards flight.