WALKING & HIKING
The Torridon
DAYS 1–2 Welcome to Scotland, a hiker’s paradise! • Walk through the wild and remote West Highlands in stunning Shieldaig, a place of almost mythical proportions • Wild pines and the blue waters of Loch Torridon come into view • Hike up a mountain glen to spot the hidden lake behind the famous massif Beinn Eighe • Take some time to explore our castle-hotel’s 58 acres of pristine parkland. » The Torridon - Premiere shown above DAYS 3–4 Follow an old hunters’ tracking route toward Loch an Eòin, with the summit of Maol Chean-dearg reflecting in its waters • Hike a portion of the 200-mile-long, magnificently untamed Cape Wrath Trail • Travel to the Isle of Skye and enjoy views of the Cuillin Mountains and Portree Bay • On the peninsula of Trotternish, admire the dramatic ridgeline marked by plunging cliffs, green plateaus and rocky pinnacles • Pass craggy peaks and climb along Quiraing, with views of the sea and rugged coastal landscape • Settle in for a fine local meal and musical performance. » Cuillin Hills Hotel - Premiere DAYS 5–6 Walk along emerald hills on Loch Ness, made famous by the creature of Scottish folklore affectionately known as Nessie • Be greeted by a wide open vista of the Isle of Rum • Sparkling lochs and cascading waterfalls abound • Rest in our charming seaside hotel and stroll the boardwalk along Whiteness Beach • Tour the romantic fairy-tale 15th- century Cawdor Castle and wander through its lovely gardens. » Golf View Hotel & Spa - Deluxe Amid castle ruins, remote villages, lochs and coastlines. On magical hikes through ancient glens, moors and rocky mountains. Let your imagination run free in Scotland. Misty Mountains, Fabled Lochs & Dramatic Coastlines INVERNESS TO ISLE OF SKYE
SCOTLAND
Beinn Eighe
Kinlochewe
The Quiraing
Cawdor Castle
Inverness
Torridon
Loch an Eòin
Cuillin Hills
Plockton Loch Breac an Eich
Loch Achaidh na h-Inich
Isle Of Skye
Loch Ness
LONDON
6 Days Activity Levels 2-4 Premiere Hotels $6,599 to $7,199 / person double occ. Casual Hotels $5,399 to $5,899 / person double occ. See web for date-specific pricing. Choose a Trip for • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Women’s Adventures • Your Private Group o \ Search SLDW on backroads.com
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