See a quieter side of the Highlands, following forest roads, surfaced cycle paths and lochside routes from Drymen to Pitlochry. Rob Roy MacGregor’s story runs through the country. You set the pace; we arrange your accommodation and move your luggage.
The Rob Roy Way suits you if you enjoy sustained daily walking, varied Highland scenery and quieter country more than steep mountain terrain. The route follows a mixture of forest tracks, former railway lines, cycle paths and minor roads, with several long surfaced stretches that make for a steady walking rhythm.
The challenge comes mainly from the daily distance and repeated ascent and descent rather than difficult ground. Beyond Killin, the landscape opens out, with broader views across Loch Tay and Highland Perthshire.
From Drymen, the route follows a mixture of forest roads, surfaced tracks and cycleways through Aberfoyle, Callander and Glen Ogle to Killin. Beyond Killin, the country becomes more open as the trail continues towards Loch Tay and Aberfeldy, with further stretches on minor roads and broad tracks. Accommodation is limited around Loch Tay, so transfers are included where needed.
Beyond Killin, the walking becomes more open as the route crosses Highland Perthshire towards Loch Tay and Aberfeldy. Some stages include quiet road walking, and accommodation is limited around Loch Tay, so transfers are included where needed. The final miles follow the River Tay before crossing moorland and forest into Pitlochry.
Walking from south to north gives the Rob Roy Way a clear sense of progression. Drymen lies close to the Highland edge, and the first days begin among forest, lochs and gentler tracks.
Beyond Killin, the ground becomes more open and remote, with wider views across Loch Tay and Highland Perthshire. By the time you descend into Pitlochry, the landscape has changed around you and the finish feels like the natural end of the journey.
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"Very good company to use"
"This walk was an excellent opportunity to do what I enjoy - walking/hiking on a hard/challenging trail with only one focus - move forward at a solid pace. I enjoyed the changing landscape and the early signs of Springs. I had no thoughts about anything during the walk except keeping on the trail, looking for the next RR symbol, counting sheep, and enjoying the time alone. It was a great mental break. Holly pulled together this trip very quickly and it met or exceeded my expectation. She recommended a walk that met my requirements of hard/challenging with few people on the trail. The accommodations she chose were also very good."
"organised, accurate, pleasant, responsive, helpful"
"Amy, Nathan and all those who helped put our RRW walk together, we are happy to report a near life-changing experience was had by myself, Daniel Gore and my wife Kristi Winther. That is, extraordinary and exceptional in its planning and realization."
"They organise everything to make you enjoy all the trip"
"Food accommodation + all our needs were met. Luggage transfer was essential for walking"
"Nathan and Celtic Trails helped us to choose the ideal holiday for our group. Then organized accommodations and transport for our bags so we could just enjoy the walk and the scenery."
"Celtic Trails made everything easy...Main benefit was that you were able to book accommodation during peak times"
"Very good service"
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At Killin, the River Dochart breaks across broad rocks and around small islands beneath the village bridge before flowing towards Loch Tay. The falls run through the centre of the village rather than requiring a separate excursion. On Inchbuie, just below the bridge, lies the traditional burial ground of Clan MacNab.
On the approach to Aberfeldy, the route descends through a steep wooded gorge beside the Falls of Moness. Robert Burns visited in 1787 and wrote “The Birks of Aberfeldy” after walking here. “Birks” is the Scots word for birch, and the woodland makes this one of the route’s most distinctive arrivals.
Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
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