Luxury Walking Weekend Break
The weekend: A deluxe guided walking and accommodation break in stunning Angus, Scotland. The luxury break includes two days of glorious walking and includes a special coastal scrambling activity. Then, each night you will be treated to specially-chosen four-star accommodation and a well-deserved high-quality dinner. What a fantastic combination!
Length: 2 days/3 nights.
Grade 2 to 4: Walkers should be fit and prepared for some strenuous hiking.
Leader/group ratio: 1:6
Luxury Walking Weekend itinerary
Friday: Arrive at four-star hotel for dinner.
Saturday: Arbroath to Auchmithie Coastal Walk, approx 4 hours, Grade 2
Hike the gorgeous Angus coastline and get up close to a range of wildlife and fascinating geological landmarks on this guided walk with a difference. The route takes in a Cave Walk and the Angus Coastal Path and also features some exciting coastal scrambling. (No experience required.) Note: Locations may vary subject to sea conditions and tides.
Sunday: Falls of Damff, Glen Esk, approx 6 hours, Grade 4
This beautiful route with great views follows the north shore of Loch Lee, reaching the Falls of Unich. A steep climb on a rough path takes walkers past an interesting outcrop of mica schist on the way to the Falls of Damff. A short climb will see the guided group overlooking Loch Lee with a return down the shank of Inchgrundle. The return includes a stop at the ruins of Loch Lee church and Invermark Castle.
Monday: Leave after breakfast.
Price:
£307 per person. Includes: Four-star accommodation, breakfast, dinner and daily transport.
Dates for 2010: July 2-5, Aug 27-30