Scotland's Lochs and Castles Short Break Bike Tour

by Freedom Treks
Region
Scotland
Duration
5 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

Experience some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery on this ride through the Trossachs and Highland Perthshire. Starting in Callander, the Gateway to the Highlands, set off through the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National park as you make your way north. The stunning ride closely follows the National Cycle Network, via the picturesque towns of Killin and Aberfeldy to Pitlochry on the edge of the Cairngorms. The route gives you the opportunity to visit castles, museums and whisky distilleries as well as countless idyllic spots to take a break from cycling in peaceful isolation. The easy to moderate cycling is on a mix of quiet roads and established cycle paths, with some gentle hills but manageable daily distances. The four-night tour makes for an ideal short break or long weekend trip. With mountains, lochs, castles and whisky, this tour is a perfect snapshot of everything that makes Scotland a wonderful place to ride a bike.This tour is also available as a longer, 7 night Scotland's Lakes and Castles itinerary

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Callander

Arrival in Callander

Day 2: Callander to Killin

25 km 0 m

D1

Callander to Killin

Day 3: Killin to Aberfeldy

30 km 0 m

D1

Killin to Aberfeldy

Day 4: Aberfeldy to Pitlochry

15 km 0 m

D1

Aberfeldy to Pitlochry

Day 5: Departure from Pitlochry

Departure from Pitlochry

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support

About the Scotland

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