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The Great Glen traverses the Highlands of Scotland from the North Sea to the Atlantic Coast passing through glorious scenery between Inverness and Fort William. The walk follows the route of the Caledonian Canal, a ship canal built in the early 19th century which links east and west coasts via large inland lochs including Loch Ness. It is a waterway with a beauty and interest unparalleled in Britain.






Your home for the six nights is a 126 foot long converted 1930's Belgian barge with a working history of carrying cargo on the big continental rivers. Each cabin has two full size berths with reading lights, stowage lockers, and a hand basin. Cabins are occupied on a twin/share basis. If you are travelling alone, we will arrange for you to share with someone of the same sex. There is even a laundry/drying room, central heating and showers. After dinner you can relax in the saloon, take a drink on deck or maybe a trip ashore to sample the local hospitality! Maximum group size is 12 and there is a qualified instructor on board to lead the activities.

The emphasis is on the walking but there are interesting villages and castles to visit and you will have a chance to try mountain biking, canoeing on quiet canals and rivers, windsurfing or sailing. All equipment is supplied. You are of course free to take a day out to sit on the deck and watch the scenery go by.

Grade: Moderate +
The total minimum distance is seventy miles which we spread between five full days and two part days. Daily walking distances are between 10 and 14 miles with longer and shorter options. Some days are fairly flat but others require a maximum ascent of 1300 feet. There is a variety of terrain from gentle low-level and forest walks to higher moorland and mountain walking.
What's Included: All meals are included and prepared by a resident cook on board. Transport back to the other end of the walk at the finish of your holiday is not included but can be arranged by minibus (£15) or public transport.

Departure Dates 2004: June 26, July 24, August 28, September 18
Cost: £535 - approx $790 [ Deposit: £100 per person ]
Price includes 6 nights full board accommodation with meals prepared by a resident cook. Everything (except drinks) is included. (Sorry, no single cabins available).

Start: Saturday Fort William 1400. Finish: Friday Inverness 1100.
Except August 18 - Start: Saturday Inverness 1400. Finish: Friday Fort William 1100.