Our journey takes in some of the longest, highest and most spectacular glens in Scotland. We ride the rugged west coast glens to Skye and then north to the great wilderness areas of the north west highlands.

Join us and ride the waves of history and legends from the castle gates in Stirling to the famous Smoo Caves on the northern Scottish coast finishing in Durness.

Northern coastline near Durness

Our adventure takes us through the mountains and glens of Rob Roy and William Wallace (Braveheart) country to Glencoe, and on the road to the Isles and the romantic island of Skye.

"Road to the Isles" & Portree on Skye

Rob Roy's Grave

Loch Coruisk on Skye

Small ferry to Skye

Riding north we take small ferries across the lochs and quiet highland roads through the rugged northwestern highlands to our final destination on the north coast.

Knoydart Wilderness

Ride with us and enjoy the unique and healthy atmosphere of the Scottish Highlands, its people, culture, music, and its spectacular unspoilt scenery.

"Glen of the Weeping"

There will be 11 days cycling with a rest day on the Isle of Skye. We will average 42 miles per day on quiet well surfaced roads.

The terrain is interesting and ever changing from flat to undulating (rollers) to well graded climbs in the mountains.

Support Vehicle

A sag vehicle to carry the luggage, spares, drinking water, snacks, and tools will support the group. This is a fully serviced tour with vehicle support and qualified Wildcat guides/mechanics. There are a few seats in the vehicle for riders wishing to rest.

All bikes are transferred on our special trailer

Your Guides Brigitte & John

At least 1 Wildcat guide/mechanic will ride with the group.

Complete tour package & Q-cards provided

Riding on Skye

Accommodation is in traditional 3 & 4 star Highland Hotels and Guest Houses.

Trossachs National Park

We stay in Stirling both at the start and the end of the tour; an easy 40 mins train ride to Edinburgh. Stirling is perfectly situated giving participants the option to go for a beautiful day ride into the Trossachs National Park or visit the historic cities of Stirling and Edinburgh.

The Route

Biking Profile:

100% asphalt roads.

Ride Alerts - There 2 days exceeding 55 Miles and 2 days with 10-12% graded climbs

Average 42 miles per day (with two 57-60 mile days).

Great riding on quiet well surfaced roads.

The tour is vehicle supported.

There are optional ride days with long and short riding options.

There are 11 + 1 riding days on undulating terrain.

Riding in the central Highlands

Stately Homes

Fairs and events

Group starting at Auld Stirling Bridge

Outline Itinerary
(details and place names have been omitted to protect our product - full itinerary supplied with complete tour package)

Day 1 Arrive Stirling - prepare bikes – tour briefing
Overnight in Hotel.

Day 2 “Rob Roy & Braveheart” (35 Miles)
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 3 “Glen of the Weeping” (50 Miles)
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 4 “The road to the Isles”(60 Miles)
ALERT – day exceeds 55 Miles
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 5 “The Romantic Isle of Skye” (44 Miles)
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 6 Rest or (Optional ride 44 Miles)
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 7 “Europe’s Last True wilderness” (40 Miles)
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 8 “The Wild West” (30 Miles)
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 9 “Wester Ross” (50 Miles)
ALERT – a few short sections of gradients 10-12%
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 10 “Inverewe Gardens” (35 Miles)
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 11 “The Falls of Measach” (40 Miles)
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 12 “Assynt National Park” (30 Miles)
ALERT – a few short sections of gradients 10-12%
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 13 “The Northern Coastline” (57 Miles)
ALERT– day exceeds 55 Miles & 1 short section of 10-12%
Overnight in Highland Guest House.

Day 14 Durness to Stirling – Final Group Dinner
Transfer in private coach bus from Durness to our hotel in Stirling ( 7 hours with breaks enroute)
Overnight in Hotel. End of tour dinner included.

Day 15 Say our goodbyes until next time

Our tour is rated
Moderate Terrain with Length of 45 to 55 miles per day