Highlands cycling holiday in Scotland: Castles, Lochs, Bens & Glens

8 Days self guided Highlands cycling holiday in Scotland along quiet backroads amongst stunning scenery.

 
Activities
Cycling
Duration
8 days
Price
£675 to 920
 
 
Highlands cycling holiday in Scotland: Castles, Lochs, Bens & Glens

8 Days Highlands cycling holiday in Scotland along the quiet backroads.
The Scottish Highlands is a wonderful area for cyclists that are keen to experience the bens (mountain peaks), shimmering lochs (lakes) and pretty glens (valleys).

During this week long cycling holiday, you will take the quiet backroads and country cycleways of Scotland on a delightful journey. En route there are opportunities to take a break from your cycling and go for a forest walk or visit one of the many castles and ancient monuments found along the way.

Why choose UK Bike Tours:
– Same start and end point – possibility to park your car or organise roundtrip transportation
– Daily luggage transfers – pedal light and completely focus on enjoying your holiday in Scotland
– Premium 2-4 star accommodation – selected based on comfort, location & character
– Cycle at your own pace, stop when you want
– Option to customise this cycling tour to suit your private party
– 35+ years of experience, with cycling friends in every corner of Britain
– Fast booking confirmation
– Detailed route notes, maps & GPS directions set up by our own people that live local
– Option to hire a bike

Price Includes

  • 7 breakfasts
  • Information pack including route notes & maps (1 pack per room booked)
  • Emergency hotline
  • One piece of luggage per person transferred between accommodations, not to exceed 20kg
  • Free parking at your accommodation in Perth during your stay, for the other days there are several parking options nearby.
  • 7 nights accommodation (Bed and breakfasts, lodges, pubs and small hotels)

Price Excludes

  1. Bike hire (contact us for rentalbike information)
  2. Any entrance fees
  3. Travel insurance
  4. Travel to the start and from the end point of the trip
  5. Personal expenses such as laundry and phone calls
  6. Unscheduled transfers required during the trip
  7. Dinner, lunch and drinks

What to expect

As this is a self guided tour, spend as much time as you like in charming historic towns such as Dunkeld, and the peaceful lochside towns of Kenmore, Lochearnhead, and Killin. A rest day at Killin is included to allow you time to visit the Falls of Dochart, sail Loch Tay or walk up Ben Lawers.

Highlights of cycling through the heart of the Scottish Highlands:
- Exploring the quaint villages which are full of historical intrigue
- Experiencing the timelessness of the lochs
- Soaking up wonderful views of bens & glens while you cycle
- Visiting castles and taking side trips to experience the landscape further on foot

Day-to-Day Itinerary of Highlands cycling holiday in Scotland
Day 1: Arrival in Perth
Day 2: Cycle to Dunkeld (28-42 km / 17.5-26 miles)
Day 3: Cycle to Aberfeldy (29-31 km / 18-19 miles)
Day 4: Cycle to Killin (39 km / 24 miles)
Day 5: Rest Day or Cycle Around Glen Lochay & Glen Lyon (53 km / 35 miles)
Day 6: Cycle to Crieff via Loch Earn (45 km / 28 miles)
Day 7: Cycle to Perth (32-45 km / 20-28 miles)
Day 8: Departure for Home

 

Highlands cycling holiday in Scotland: Castles, Lochs, Bens & Glens: From £675 to £920 for 8 days

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£675 to 920 8 days
 
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