Scotland by Bike: Highlands and Lowlands

Embark on an extraordinary journey with MTB Spain, where two-wheeled adventure and Scottish culture combine to offer you an unforgettable experience. This route will take you through breathtaking landscapes of the Highlands and Lowlands, charming historic towns and spectacular coastlines. You will ride MTB and gravel routes, discovering the essence of Scotland while enjoying the freedom of the bike.

The Best of the Adventure

Adaptable Routes: Design your experience according to your preferences, choosing between technical sections, forest tracks or quiet rural roads.
Ongoing Support: Our support vehicle will always be available to help you with any unforeseen issue or to make it easier to reach the main points of interest.
Cultural Connection: Meet the locals, enjoy Scottish gastronomy and take part in authentic traditions that will enrich your adventure.

Itinerary

Day 1: Client Arrival
Pickup at Glasgow airport and transfer to your 3-4 star hotel in Glasgow or Balloch. Free time to rest or explore the city. Welcome dinner and tour briefing.

Stage 1 / Day 2: Glasgow – Crianlarich (~85 km)
Departure from Glasgow towards Crianlarich, crossing secondary roads and rural tracks. Landscapes of hills and forests typical of the Lowlands and the first Highlands. Overnight stay in a 3-4 star hotel or B&B.

Stage 2 / Day 3: Crianlarich – Fort William (~70 km)
Demanding route with technical sections and moderate climbs. Descent towards Fort William with views of Ben Nevis. Overnight stay in a 3-4 star hotel.

Stage 3 / Day 4: Fort William – Fort Augustus (~55 km)
Route through the Glenfinnan valley and the Great Glen. Possibility to visit the famous Glenfinnan viaduct. Overnight stay in a 3-4 star B&B or hotel in Fort Augustus.

Stage 4 / Day 5: Fort Augustus – Inverness (~80 km)
Route along the Great Glen skirting Loch Ness to Inverness. Sections of tracks and secondary roads. Overnight stay in a centrally located 3-4 star hotel.

Stage 5 / Day 6: Inverness – Tomintoul (~70 km)
Departure south through the Moray region and the Cairngorms. Landscapes of mountains, rivers and Scottish villages. Overnight stay in a 3-4 star B&B in Tomintoul.

Stage 6 / Day 7: Tomintoul – Blairgowrie (~75 km)
Descent south through gentle hills and forests. Sections ideal for gravel and MTB. Overnight stay in a 3-4 star hotel in Blairgowrie.

Stage 7 / Day 8: Blairgowrie – Lundin Links (~95 km)
Long route towards the east coast of Scotland. Combination of tracks, rural roads and asphalt sections. Overnight stay in a 3-4 star hotel or B&B in Lundin Links.

Stage 8 / Day 9: Lundin Links – Edinburgh (~80 km)
Final stage towards Edinburgh with panoramic sections and coastal routes. Arrival and overnight stay in a 3-4 star hotel in Edinburgh. Farewell dinner and closing of the tour.

Day 10: Departure from Edinburgh
After a final breakfast, transfer to the airport or train station according to clients’ convenience. End of tour.

Services Included

• Breakfasts and dinners included.
• Accommodation in 3-4 star hotels.
• Support vehicle and mechanical assistance.
• Luggage transport from hotel to hotel.
• Expert MTB and gravel guide.
• MTB Spain welcome kit: t-shirt and gifts.
• Shared double rooms.