Scotland Road Cycling Coast to Coast

by KE Adventure Travel
Region
highlands
Duration
7 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Challenging
D-Score™
D3 - Advanced

Overview

A spectacular ride across Highland Scotland from the east coast to the west coast. This route covers 262 miles (419km) from East to West, through the Cairngorms National Park, along atmospheric Loch Ness and through the majestic mountains of Torridon. The trip includes all meals, support vehicle, luggage transfers, guesthouse accommodation and expert guide.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Meet the group at Aberdeen train station. Cycle to Ballater.

72 km 720 m

D2

Meet the group at Aberdeen train station. Cycle to Ballater.

Day 2: Ride through the UK’s largest and highest National Park; Cairngorms National Park.

72 km 1130 m

D2

Ride through the UK’s largest and highest National Park; Cairngorms National Park.

Day 3: Cycle through the villages of Dulnain Bridge and Carrbridge and along the shores of Loch Ness.

106 km 1430 m

D3

Cycle through the villages of Dulnain Bridge and Carrbridge and along the shores of Loch Ness.

Day 4: A morning boat ride on Loch Ness, cycle alongside the River Glass in the afternoon.

66 km 760 m

D2

A morning boat ride on Loch Ness, cycle alongside the River Glass in the afternoon.

Day 5: Towards the West Highlands and pass through the dramatic Glen Torridon.

69 km 596 m

D2

Towards the West Highlands and pass through the dramatic Glen Torridon.

Day 6: Cycle along the coastal road from Torridon to Shieldaig and onto the challenging climb of the Bealach na Ba.

72 km 1430 m

D2

Cycle along the coastal road from Torridon to Shieldaig and onto the challenging climb of the Bealach na Ba.

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

B&B

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the highlands

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