Discover Scotland at your own pace
Carefully crafted cycling holidays in Scotland
At Skinny Tyres, we create inclusive, sustainable cycling holidays in Scotland, helping riders of all ages and abilities experience the exhilaration of cycling through some of the country’s most beautiful and remote landscapes.
We take care of every detail from accommodation and meals to route planning and customised van support. All you need to do is ride, relax and explore.
Road cycling holidays for everyone
Cyclists of all abilities welcome!
Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just love the idea of rolling through Scotland at a leisurely pace, our supported holidays allow you the freedom to savour every mile, every hill, and every view while we take care of the logistics.
Our tours typically comprise:
Inner Hebrides
Hebridean Island Hopper
Introduced in 2024, our Hebridean Island Hopper guided cycling holiday departs from Oban and weaves its way north across Scotland's rugged west coast and the celebrated Inner Hebridean islands of Mull and Skye.
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Outer Hebrides
The Hebridean Way
Our Hebridean Way fully supported cycling tour is more than a route across the Outer Hebrides. It is a journey through mountains, Neolithic landscapes, and the fascinating history of these islands at the edge of the Atlantic.
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Snow Roads
The Snow Roads
Our fully supported version of this cycling holiday builds on the recognised Snow Roads route, carrying you over some of the UK’s highest public roads and through three of Scotland’s five ski resorts, before finishing in style on majestic Cairngorm.
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Across Scotland
Coast to Coast
Our Coast to Coast guided cycling vacation starts on the east coast of Scotland. The road sweeps through the heart of the Highlands and the whisky region of Speyside before heading down the Great Glen to Ardnamurchan Point, the most westerly place on the British mainland.
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Scotland south to north
Mull of Galloway to John O’Groats
Our fully supported cycling tour from the Mull of Galloway to John o’ Groats winds north from Scotland’s southernmost tip to the rugged edge of the Atlantic, traversing rolling Lowlands, shimmering lochs and sweeping Highland vistas on this epic end‑to‑end experience.
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Prices include
Logistics
Pre-trip logistics and planning. Every detail of your trip taken care of for you.
Accommodation
All accommodation for the duration of the holiday.
Food
Half-board including breakfast, snacks and three-course evening meals.
Support
Expert guided support from our local guides and our unique customised vehicles.
Record
A dedicated trip experience app, packed with information, notes and detailed GPS files for each day of cycling.
Transport
Luggage transfers, ferry crossings,
end-of-trip transfers.
Skinny Tyres
For the love of cycling
Scotland’s landscapes are legendary, and it was the sheer magic of riding over Ben Lawers in Highland Perthshire that sparked an idea for Scot Tares in 2009: to share that same sense of joy with fellow cyclists.
Since then, Skinny Tyres has been expertly guiding and supporting riders through Scotland’s most stunning countryside, from the dramatic to the rugged to the windswept.
Along the way, we’ve stayed true to our roots as a family company that values inclusivity, sustainable tourism and the simple pleasure of a great ride.
With every pedal stroke we’re at your side: with our customised vans and local knowledge, we make it easy for you to explore Scotland at ease and in style.
Skinny Tyres cycling holidays
Our 2026 schedule
Cycling transport and transfers
Going it alone?
We know that organised cycling holidays aren’t everyone’s cup of tea. Some riders prefer to explore under their own steam.
We love seeing fellow cyclists out and about doing their own thing, but getting to Scotland’s more remote corners can be a bit of a challenge.
That’s where we can lend a hand. We offer a standalone bike-and-rider transfer service, ideal for independent cyclists who aren’t booking one of our guided holidays, but still need help getting to and from their destination.
We meet you at your port of arrival and deliver you and your bike safely to the start of your route. At your adventure’s end, we see you comfortably back to your departure point.
Get in touch to find out how we can help turn your self-planned Scottish cycling dreams into reality.
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FAQ
Any questions?
Here are a few of the most common queries that we get. For more answers, please see our FAQ page.
Am I good enough / fit enough to join one of your trips?
Yes.
You don’t need to be super-fit – or super-fast – to enjoy one of our trips.
As a guideline, if you are comfortable being on your saddle for up to six hours a day over distances of a maximum of 80 miles / 130 km each day of a multi-day trip, you’re in perfect shape to join one of our tours. 60 miles / 95 km is the approximate average daily distance.
Our trips are designed so you can ride at your own pace. There is no obligation to speed up or slow down for others. We ensure that everyone feels comfortable and confident on the ride, be they a beginner or a hardcore cyclist.
Please visit our ride grades page for more information.
Can I take an electric bike (eBike)?
Yes, no problem.
We can facilitate the charging of eBikes that have both removable and fixed batteries.
We can also provide an eBike if you wish to hire one.
I am travelling alone. Will I feel welcome?
Definitely.
Our group size is limited to 10 people to keep the tours more intimate. This allows us to offer a more personal service and ensures that those who are not so comfortable with large groups are not overwhelmed. We welcome everyone and we’re committed to inclusivity in everything we do.
On our trips, we usually have a range of ages and around a 50 / 50 split of men and women. We get a good mix of couples, solo riders and small groups of friends.
We find that our approach to managing and guiding groups allows people to ride by themselves if they want, but often riders will find others in the group who match their rhythm, and they ride together.
Small groups form organically throughout the day. This tends to be fluid and changes during the week.
I have specific dietary requirements. Will I be able to get appropriate food in the Scottish Highlands?
Yes.
Scotland has a great reputation for high-quality food and drink.
All the restaurants and hotels we use are experienced in catering for all dietary requirements, including at breakfast time.
At dinner each evening you choose from a three-course menu with options satisfying all needs.
Additionally, we ensure that there are appropriate snacks in the van for everyone.
Does it really rain all the time in Scotland?
No.
Scotland’s weather can be changeable and it does rain, but only sometimes. We also get our fair share of warm, sunny days!
Some of our best weather comes in late April to the end of June, which is why many of our trips are scheduled during that window.
The east coast of Scotland tends to be drier than the west. With this in mind we run our Snow Roads tour, which is based in the eastern Cairngorms, later in the summer.
We recommend coming prepared for all weather conditions.
To keep you comfortable and motivated, we carry spare clothes on the road and drying facilities for wet clothing and shoes at the hotel.
