City Mountaineering - Expeditions

A 9-day trip (just 4-days off work!), including 7-days of hiking the Skye Trail - an unmarked route of 127km (79 miles) through the island of Skye.

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the rugged and mystical landscapes of the Isle of Skye on the iconic Skye Trail!

Join us for an unforgettable hiking adventure as we traverse this legendary route, immersing ourselves in the breathtaking beauty and rich history of Scotland's Highland wilderness.

There are no waymarks for the route and we are off the beaten track so many sections do not even have a path.

🗻 Spectacular mountain views - passing under the shadow of the Jagged Cuillin mountains;
🏝️ Coastal scenery - from beaches to cliff-tops that are remarkable but almost unvisited;
🏞️ Haunting deserted villages - destroyed in the highland clearances;
🐬 Wildlife watching - From Sea Eagles to Dolphins

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ITINERARY
Saturday (AM)
Meet in Inverness, then drive to Isle of Skye for a short walk to your first wild camp location

Sunday: Coastal hike to Flodigarry (17km)
The trail starts from Skye's most northerly tip, Rubha Hunish, and follows a spectacular section of the coastline, continuing above dramatic cliffs to reach Flodigarry for a night of wild camping

Monday: Hike inland to The Storr - Trotternish Ridge (25km)
A slightly more challenging stage climbs from Flodigarry beneath the amazing rock formations of The Quiraing, continuing south on the Trotternish Ridge towards the Storr - this must be one of the most dramatic ridge traverses in Britain!

The day will end with a wild camp amongst the dramatic scenery of our surroundings

Tuesday: Cliff-top hike to Portree (18km)
The third stage of the Skye Trail, takes a short walk to The old man of Storr before a descent to the road, which leads to a fabulous parade along the top of dramatic coastal cliffs with superb views.

We will restock supplies in Portree and spend the night in a local hostel.

Wednesday: Rest Day
You have the option of either hiking stage 4 of the trail, or seeing the trail in the comfort of the minibus. We will also visit some other local attractions that are not on the trail (e.g. Fairy Pools, Talisker distillery, Black Cuillins)

At the end of the day we will stay in a hostel connected to arguably the best pub on the island.

Thursday: Hike below the mighty Cuillin mountains to Elgol (15km)
This day we follow a rough track through the remote Glen Sligachan (a valley separating the mighty Black Cuillin with the Red Cuillin) to the beautiful bay at Camasunary . Arriving at the coast on the south-west of the island, we will camp on the shores of the Atlantic ocean

From here a vertiginous cliff path with fantastic views across the water to the Cuillin

This will be a shorter hiking day, where we can spend the afternoon relaxing in Elgol for the afternoon

Friday: Hike on good trails to Torrin (17km)
The sixth stage presents a lovely day with great views to Sleat and the small isles, ending at Torrin where there is a summer cafe and a B&B - Although, depending on the weather, we may be spending our final night on that trail on a summit with views over the bay, the ocean and the mountains!

Saturday: Coastal hike to Broadford (20km)
The final stage follows the coast from Torrin to the cleared villages of Suisnish and Boreraig before heading inland to pick up the Marble Line, the old railroad route into Broadford and the end of the Trail.

We will then check-in to our accommodation and celebrate the completion of the Skye Trail with a hearty meal and drinks

Sunday (AM)
Return to Inverness (expect to arrive around 2pm)

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Join us for the adventure of a lifetime as we trek the Skye Trail and discover the wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands! Reserve your spot now and get ready to experience the magic of Skye's legendary landscapes!
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9-days for an all inclusive price of just £795 To reserve your place, simply click on the RSVP, pay the £100 deposit and we'll be in contact with further details

Cost includes
• Travel and logistical Support from Inverness
• All food whilst hiking (from breakfast on Sunday to lunch on Saturday) - excluding the rest day
• All accommodation (tents provided for wild camping sections, hostels & B&Bs)
• Guided hiking by an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader

Not included
• Return transport between home and Inverness
• Your personal hiking kit
• Your personal travel insurance
• food & drink before/after the hike and on the rest day

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All City Mountaineering trips are compliant with the 2018 Package Travel regulations (including financial protection)

A 9-day trip of hiking and island hopping the little islands off the west coast of Scotland.

Hiking mostly off-track, we will get a boat and hike across the islands of Eigg, Rum Canna and Sanday There are no waymarks for the route and many sections do not even have a path.

However; the route is familiar to us and the rewards as you explore the best of what these islands have to offer:

Eigg - The world's first 100%-renewable energy electricity grid in the world! It also has stunning beaches and the high cliffs make for great wildlife watching!
Rum - Tough terrain, with few tracks on this miniature version of Skye
Canna - Castle ruins and basalt coastline standing tall above the crashing waves below
Sanday - Watch the Puffins on the high cliff tops

The route has been devised for those who want a relaxing week of easy hiking and those who prefer to get well away from the beaten track and is a trip never to be forgotten!

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9-days for an all inclusive price of just £845, which includes:
- Travel and logistical Support from Inverness/Fort William
- 4 boat trips
- All food whilst hiking and wild camping - But excluding any food bought from pubs/restaurants/cafes
- All accommodation (tents provided for camping and wild camping sections, hotel stay at the end of the trip)
- Guided hiking by an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader

Not included:
- Return transport between Home and Inverness/Fort William
- Your personal hiking kit
- Food/drink in cafes/restaurants/pubs

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To reserve your place, simply click on the RSVP, pay the £100 non-refundable deposit and we'll be in contact with the finer details

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Itinerary (this is subject to change based on the ferry timetable and sea/weather conditions)

Saturday: You will be met outside Inverness Airport/Train Station at around 10am for a kit check and full trip briefing. You will then be transferred to the port and will board the ferry to Eigg. You will head out on a hiking/wild camping adventure on relatively easy terrain - although it will mostly be off-track. You will cross the island to a pristine beach where you will pitch your tents for the first night in the wild

Sunday: Continuing around the island, you will reach An Sgurr. At 393m, this is the highest point on Eigg and offers panoramic views around the entire island. You will then descend to the rugged seas cliffs for a second night of wild camping on Eigg

Monday: Continuing a circuit around the coast of Eigg and visiting the famous massacre and cathedral caves, you will head back to the port and board the next boat to the national nature reserve of Rum. With no roads, you will truly explore this island wildness, hiking over the hills and around the coastline (first night on a northern coastal beach)

Tuesday: You will continue on your journey, by foot, around the southern shores of the island, to a beautiful glen below the mighty Rum Cuillin mountains. This will be your base camp for 2-nights.

Wednesday: You will spend a day climbing the local hills culminating in a ridge traverse to the highest point on the island (the summit of Askival), returning back to base camp for the night.

Thursday: Breaking camp in the morning, you will hike north, up the glen and over the mountain pass. You will descend into the next valley and along to the mausoleum and western beaches of the island.

Friday: You will continue on your Rum adventure on good tracks to the pure white sands on the northern side of the island. Camping on the cliffs as the sea crashes below you, the sunsets here are spectacular!

Saturday: You will end your journey on Rum with a hike along good tracks across the island back to the port, for a late boat trip to Canna. On arrival, you will take a short hike to the highest point on the island before returning to a campsite for the night. Your final dinner of this wild adventure will be in the cosy local pub.

Sunday: Getting up early, you will hike over to Sanday to view the raised beaches, hut circles and rugged-cliff coastline before returning to the port for a ferry off the island and back to the Scottish mainland (and relative civilisation).You will then be driven back to Fort William for your return home (expect to be back in Inverness at around 2pm)

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All City Mountaineering trips are compliant with the 2018 Package Travel regulations (including financial protection)

Join us for an unforgettable week of hiking and exploring the wild and rugged beauty of the North-West coasts and mountains of Scotland! With an abundance of wildlife and unique mountain landscapes, this trip promises to be one you'll never forget.

This trip includes return journey, from London to Inverness, on the Caledonian Sleeper Train
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Highlights:

Mountains!

• Hike iconic peaks including Suilven and Ben Hope, the most northerly Munro in Scotland!

Adventure!

• Spend a day scrambling up Stac Pollaidh for incredible views and a taste of what's to come.

Wild Camping!

• Experience the magic of sleeping under the stars in a designated dark sky area, with a couple of days spent in the wilderness (weather dependent).

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Itinerary
This is subject to change based on weather conditions. We strive to get the most out of every day based on the weather that we are presented with

Saturday (10am): Meet in Inverness

• Meet your guide/host in Inverness and transfer to the rugged west coast.

Saturday: Stac Pollaidh

• Stretch your legs on the incredible hill of Stac Pollaidh (612m) before checking into your accommodation.

Sunday: Conival and Ben More

• After an early breakfast, tackle your first Munros: Conival (987m) and Ben More Assynt (998m).
• Return to your accommodation for dinner and drinks.

Monday: Suilven Wild Camp

• Enjoy a lazy morning after the previous tough day.
• Pack your expedition bag and head out for a 2-day/1-night wild camp adventure towards the iconic Suilven (weather permitting, maybe you'll camp on the summit!).

Tuesday: Suilven Circuit

• Pack away the tent and continue your circuit over Suilven (731m).
• Return to town for showers and dinner.

Wednesday: Scenic Drive and Rest Day

• Drive north through the stunning, winding roads of Sutherland.
• Take regular breaks to stretch your legs and take plenty of photos at mountain passes and pristine white-sand beaches.

Thursday: Ben Hope

• Hike your third Munro of the trip, Ben Hope (927m). On a clear day, enjoy views of the entire north coast.
• Check into your accommodation on the far north coast of Scotland.

Friday: Ben Loyal

• Start early for a hike up "The Queen of Scottish Mountains," Ben Loyal (764m). The long ridge offers superb views of bog, moor, mountains, and sea.
• Relocate to Thurso for the final two nights of the trip.

Saturday: John O'Groats

• Rest day with a drive along the north coast to John O'Groats, the most north-easterly point on the British mainland.
• Explore coves and beaches, and get a photo with the iconic sign before returning to town.

Sunday: Ben Klibreck and Return Journey

• Drive back to Inverness with a stop to hike Ben Klibreck (962m), a vast rolling mountain and the perfect finale to the adventure.
• Expect to arrive Inverness at around 3pm

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DIFFICULTY: This trip is designed to be a moderate week in Scotland. The routes are straight forward but there are some long hiking days and some steep uphill and downhill hiking is unavoidable. A reasonable level of fitness is expected.
Your qualified guide is highly experienced enough to keep the pace slow and everyone happy, safe and motivated throughout the trip

TRANSPORT: Minibus travel throughout

ACCOMMODATION: Bunkhouse/hostel/camping
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Join us for a week of spectacular hikes, wild camping, and stunning landscapes in the Scottish Highlands! RSVP now and prepare for an adventure of a lifetime.
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Cost: £795. To join simply RSVP and pay the £150 deposit. We will then be in contact with further details

What's included
- 6/7-nights accommodation
- 1/2-nights wild camping (kit provided)
- 6/7-days hiking/scrambling with a qualified guide
- All transport and logistical support while in Scotland
- Breakfasts and dinners when wild camping

Not included:
- Breakfasts and dinners when not wild camping
- lunches
- Personal hiking kit
- Personal travel insurance
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All City Mountaineering trips are compliant with the 2018 Package Travel regulations (including financial protection)

HIKE THE LEGENDARY BOB GRAHAM ROUND!

Are you tough enough to conquer 42 summits, 120km, and 8,800m of ascent?
Take on the ultimate Lake District challenge as you traverse one of the UK’s most iconic routes – The Bob Graham Round. Over 6 unforgettable days, you’ll hike a jaw-dropping circuit through the heart of the Lake District National Park, tackling rugged terrain, steep ascents, and breathtaking ridges. This is not just a hike; it’s a test of endurance, grit, and determination. Do you have what it takes?

### The Adventure Awaits

• 42 summits: Hike on and off track across legendary peaks.
• 8,800m of total ascent: More elevation than Everest summit!
• 120km of raw beauty: A massive circuit of fells, valleys, and untamed landscapes.
• 6 days, 5 nights: Camp under the stars, stay in rustic bunkhouses, and enjoy wild nights in the hills.

Led by a highly qualified and experienced Mountain Leader, you will embrace complete self-sufficiency. Carry your gear, set up camp, and immerse yourself in the wild beauty of one of the UK’s most celebrated natural playgrounds.

### Your Trip Includes

• Expert leadership and navigation
• Tents, sleeping bags, mats, and cooking equipment (bring your own if preferred!)
• Overnights in campsites, hostels, and bunkhouses (plus one or two wild camping nights for that true wilderness experience!)

### Who is This Trip For?

This is a challenge for those with an excellent level of fitness and experience in multi-day hiking. You’ll carry a heavy rucksack, ascend thousands of meters, and spend full days navigating both marked trails and rugged, off-track terrain.
If you’re ready to push your limits, explore breathtaking landscapes, and experience the sense of achievement only this kind of adventure can bring, the Bob Graham Round is calling.

### Why Choose This Trip?

This is not just another hike. It’s an opportunity to:

• Challenge yourself physically and mentally
• Discover the raw beauty of The Lake District National Park
• Bond with like-minded adventurers
• Create memories of a lifetime, right on the shores of our little island

### Are You Ready?

The Bob Graham Round isn’t for the faint-hearted – but for those who rise to the challenge, it’s truly life-changing. Are you tough enough to take it on?
Spaces are limited – secure your spot today!
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Itinerary

Day 0 – Saturday (from 4pm)
You will be met at the train station and transported to your hostel accommodation, in Keswick, for a full trip briefing, kit check and readying yourself for the days ahead.

Day 1 - Sunday
Departing the accommodation, you will head straight out to the hills, heading north to the first peak - Skiddaw! Continuing on to Great Calva and Blencathra, before heading down to the valley bottom and a night in a bunkhouse (pub dinner)

Day 2 – Monday
After breakfast, you will head out and begin the jounrey south, towards the plateau of Helvellyn. Summiting many peaks en route, you will reach a lake at the end of the day where you will pitch tents for a rest and wild camp under the stars.

Day 3 - Tuesday
After packing away the tents, you will now head towards the centre of The Lake District. The day will start with a short, steep ascent then most height will be maintained as you meander on towards Bow Fell, at the head of The Langdale valley. The hike will end with a summit wild camp (weather depending) as you watch the sun set for another day.

Day 4 - Wednesday
Today will see you reach the highest point in England as you summit Scafell Pike, then on to the scramble to the summit of Sca Fell and down to Langdale Head for a night in the campsite and well earned pub food!

Day 5 - Thursday
This is a tough day! - It starts by heading straight up the side of the mountain behind the pub (it is steep!) - then along the ridges, cols and peaks of the neighbouring mountains. After reaching the summit of Great Gable, with some of the best views in The Lake District, you will begin to head north again, to Honister and a night in a hostel (with a shower!)

Day 6 - Friday
The final day of the adventure will see you return to Keswick, via a few more summits, of course and the comfort of our hostel, before celebratory drinks in town.

Day 8 - Saturday (Contingency Day) this will be used as a rest day or to split some other stage in case of bad weather (or anyone in the group understandably needs a break)

Day 9 - Sunday
This morning is free for you to explore Keswick before you are transported to the train station for a return back home (except to arrive at Penrith train station around 2pm)

Small group!! (Maximum 8-people)

The small group size will enable us to enjoy the tranquility of the area whilst enabling a flexible itinerary to explore the hidden gems that The Lake District has to offer.

Join this all inclusive week-long adventure for just £795! - simply RSVP and pay the £100 non-refundable deposit and we will be in contact with further details (balancing payment will be due 2-months prior to the trip start date)

Included:

• 3 nights hostel/bunkhouse accommodation
• 1 night campsite accommodation
• 3 nights wild camping
• 6/7-days guided hiking by an experienced and qualified mountain leader
• All camping kit (if required)
• All breakfasts/lunches when hiking
• Dinners when wild camping

Excluded:

• Personal hiking kit
• Food when away from the mountain (e.g. pub dinners)

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All City Mountaineering trips are compliant with the 2018 Package Travel regulations (including financial protection)