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Scotland

Explore the Isle of Arran

 

Access is by a short ferry ride from mainland Scotland. Arran rises steeply from the cold waters of the Firth of Clyde. To the north the mountains are steep and rugged; to the south the hills are more gentle and rolling. Within its 20-mile length are several mountains of 2,500 feet or more, glens, rivers, lochs, rocky coast, and moorlands, pine trees and picturesque villages. The Isle of Arran has long been associated with the healthy outdoor life and has a breezy seaside holiday atmosphere. Countless streams cascade down on all sides. Standing stone circles remain agelessly looking out across the seas with vistas unchanged since pre-historic times.

All the mountains can be climbed no matter how fierce they look. The paths are clearly marked to assist the unwary if caught by a highland mist. The ridges are narrow but negotiable. The coastal villages where we start and finish our daily hikes, abound with cottage gardens and there is the inevitable local pub with refreshments for the weary.

Arran is lofty and brown, with many healthy mountains. A small portion of the lower grounds is cultivated, but the whole is essentially and characteristically pastoral. There are several remarkable caves: the most distinguished is that on the west, opposite to Campbeltown, called “the King’s Cave,” from it having afforded shelter to Robert Bruce, before he discomfited Baliol.
 
   
   
   

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Basics (Guided):

Guided Price: $2095
 Dates: July 05 - 12
 Nights: 6, Hotels: 6, Huts: 0

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Ratings:

Effort: Moderate
This area offers a blend of  moderate hikes.

Elevation: Medium
Elevations from 1000 ft - 4000 ft.
Hikes good for those who have difficulty with high altitude.

Exposure: High
While having some areas of high exposure, the majority of the trail has medium exposure.

Accommodations:
        
Hotels

Included in the trip:

  • 6 nights of accommodations
  • All breakfasts and dinners
  • Guide

Not included in the trip:

  • Lunches
  • Drinks

 

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