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John Muir Way
John Muir was a Scotsman, born in Dunbar in 1838, who at the age of just 11, emigrated to America from Helensburgh on the west coast of Scotland with his family
A passionale environmentalist and conservationist, he was instrumental in saving Yosemite Valley and Sequoia National Park and the founding of The Sierra Club.
The “John Muir Way” route was created in 2014, a hundred years after his death, to celebrate his legacy to his work.
Choosing a walking holiday with Northern Adventures means that we will always have your best interests at heart. Although in theory hiking holidays in the UK can be walked throughout the year, the weather in the North of England and Scotland can be very temperamental! Some of the routes are at quite a high level and we always advise walkers to take heed of weather forecasts and to be fully prepared for whatever the British climate can throw at you.
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Walk John Muir Way
Route Highlights of The John Muir Way
Suggested Itinerary: 10 Day Walking Holiday
Grading: Demanding if walked over 7 days.
Day 0 – Arrive Helensburgh
Day 1 – Walk to Balloch (9 miles/15 kms)
Day 2 – Walk to Strathblane (18.5 miles/30 kms)
Day 3 – Walk to Kilsyth (13 miles/ 21 kms)
Day 4 – Walk to Falkirk (13 miles/21 kms)
Day 5 – Walk to Linlithgow (8.5 miles/14 kms)
Day 6 – Walk to South Queensferry (14 miles/23 kms)
Day 7 – Walk to Edinburgh (15.5 miles/25 kms)
Day 8 – Walk Preston Pans (10 miles/16.5 kms)
Day 9 – Walk to North Berwick (16.5 miles/27 kms)
Day 10 – Walk to Dunbar (15.5 miles/25 kms)
Day 11 – Onward travel
Fully Flexible packages on our self guided holidays
All of our trips are fully flexible to your requirements, tell us what you are after and we can try and tailor our packages to suit your requirements, including:
- Additional nights prior to, during, or after the trip
- Transfers to the start and from the finish
- Collection from the airport, ferry or train station
- Shortened itinerary where you only want to do a section of the route
- Extended itinerary where you want to add sightseeing or loop days to the route
- Large, or corporate group bookings and looking for additional support/guiding
You are free to start your walk on any day of your preference between March and October.
We cannot guarantee trips until accommodation availability has been confirmed.
MAP & LOCATION
What's Included
Good Quality Accommodation on a B&B basis
All of our accommodation is on a twin/double room sharing, bed and breakfast basis, where possible we will also try and find you en-suite facilities, however this is not always possible in some locations.
Breakfasts will be either cooked or continental and be able to accommodate any food intolerances of preferences providing we are informed of such at least 7 days prior.
Single rooms are available, but will generally attract a supplementary charge.
Many of the accommodations will also provide a packed lunch if required, this will generally need to be booked direct with the accommodations at least 48 hrs prior to arrival and will be chargeable locally.
Daily Baggage Transfers
Our self-guided trips include a baggage transfer service, whereby we will move your excess baggage from accommodation to accommodation each day, allowing you to walk with just minimal emergency equipment, normally just a small backpack.
Baggage transfer is limited to one bag per person, max weight of 15kg/bag, ideally holdall style bags
Additional bags or heavier can be transferred if required, however these will be chargeable.
Transfer to the start of the route
Some of our itineraries will include transfer to the start of from the finish of the walk either as part of the standard package or as an option, please check the individual itinerary.
Maps, Route Notes, GPX Files
You will be given a bespoke map of the route along with general information on the route each day and also a gpx file of the route should you want to download it onto your phone or navigation device
Emergency Recovery
Hopefully all will go smoothly, however accidents and problems can happen. As part of your package we include an emergency rescue service for all of our trips.
Certificate of completion
We all like a “Well done” pat on the back after doing something special or challenging. At Northern Adventures we want you to be able to prove to your friends that you did it by giving you a certificate to say “I DID IT” You will also get one of our super special Northern Adventure Buffs.
What's Not Included
Meals and drinks outside of your package
Any meals or drinks, other than those specifically included in your package.
Travel Insurance
We always recommend that ALL travellers have insurance, even if you are a UK citizen
Taxi or Other Transfers
Taxi or other transfers, other than detailed on your itinerary are not included.
However, additional transfers are available on request.
Parking
If you are coming by car your parking costs will not be included. Though, many places offer free parking for the duration of your trip.
Available Trip Options for St Oswald’s Walking Holiday
Please use our booking form to choose your preferred option, and remember if theres something you don’t see here don’t hesitate to ask!
Duration Options
Optional Extras
DATES & PRICES
| No of People | No of Nights | No of Days Walking | Standard (Guest House) Package Price/Person | Luxury (Hotel) Package (where available) Price/Person |
| 2 | 11 | 10 | £1375 | On request |
| Up to 4 | 11 | 10 | £1295 | On request |
| 5 or more | 11 | 10 | £1245 | On request |
| Single room | £40.00/night | £50.00/night | ||
| Solo walker supplement | + 50% | + 50% | ||
| Pets (where allowed) | +£15.00/night | +£20.00/night | ||
| Transfers | On request | On request | ||
– Prices are for guidance only, there may be seasonal or regional variations based on travel dates and accommodation availability, any variations will be confirmed at time of booking.
– Prices are per person and are based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room on a B&B basis and includes baggage transfers, maps, route notes, emergency recovery and transfers. Where possible all rooms will be ensuite, however we cannot guarantee this at busier periods.
– Our luxury package is often only available as a double room option, please ask if you require twin rooms.
– Additional nights before or after, or stop overs during your trip can be added.
– PLEASE NOTE: We can tailor any package to fit your specific requirements, just let us know what you require.
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