Physical Requirements
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Pacing
- 5 locations in 14 days
Physical requirements
- Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs or other mobility aids
- Must be able to walk approximately 3 miles unassisted each day and participate in 6-8 hours of daily physical activities
- We reserve the right for Trip Experience Leaders to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group's experience
- You may encounter animals on this trip. We make every effort to keep these encounters safe, however animals may behave unpredictably or dangerously at times. Please use caution when interacting with animals on this trip: Keep a safe distance, stay alert, and respect the animals
Climate
- Scottish weather is traditionally fickle, but summer temperatures usually range from the low 40s to the mid 60s
- Autumn generally brings mist, showers, and brisk weather in the 40s
- Most of the country receives some rain at least 200 days a year
Terrain
- There is a fair amount of hiking, and walking over uneven, unpaved, or cobbled surfaces
Transportation
- Travel by motorcoach, public transportation, and ferry
- There are several 1-3 hour drives (sometimes with around 2 hours between stops), and 1- to 2-hour ferry rides
- Agility and balance are required for boarding or disembarking ferries
Accommodations & Facilities
- Hotel rooms are smaller than U.S. and offer basic amenities
- All accommodations feature private baths with showers
- Some hotels do not have elevators and rooms must be accessed by stairs