Scotland Coast to Coast
Multi-day cycling holiday in Scotland
Join us for 260 miles of supported cycling across the Highlands of Scotland. This seven-day trip includes six nights of accommodation and takes you from the eastern coast of Scotland through the heart of the Cairngorms. We then ride through the whisky lands of Speyside and on towards Inverness.
We then head down the Great Glen along Loch Ness eventually finishing at Ardnamurchan Point, the most westerly point on the British mainland
- 4 – 10 Jul 2025
Places limited to ten riders per trip.
westerly point on the British mainland
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Welcome to Scotland. Skinny Tyres cycling holidays exists to introduce you to the finest road cycling routes in Scotland. Therefore, our itineraries are designed so that you can enjoy the breathtaking scenery from your saddle. The Coast to Coast route is designed to take you deep into the heart of Scotland. We have taken care to ensure our route takes in quieter roads, allowing you to relax and enjoy this spectacular cycle.
We provide the highest level of support from our fully customised vans. This means you are free to pedal at your own pace and soak up the beauty of Scotland at leisure.
Scotland Coast to Coast
From the beach at Montrose to the lighthouse at Ardnamurchan the route crosses the untamed landscape of Scotland. On the way you pass through the Cairngorm National Park and over some of the highest public roads in the UK. You ride through ancient Caledonian pine forests and deep glens, and alongside huge lochs, including Loch Ness, and the Caledonian Canal. A small passenger / bike ferry takes you to Ardgour with its stunning sea lochs and temperate Celtic rainforest in Sunart and Ardnamurchan.
10 places per trip
£2300 per person
Single room supplement £250
- What’s included
- Six nights of hotel accommodation
- Breakfast and all evening meals
- Five days of supported road cycling from east to west coast
- Exceptional support from our team
of guides and our fully customised vans - Transfers from Fort William
- Not included
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Lunches
Day 1 – Friday 4 July
Montrose
You spend the first evening in Montrose on the east coast of Scotland. Upon arrival, you can explore this delightful town, head for a walk along the stunning beach or take your bike out for a warm-up ride around the area.
Day 2 – Saturday 5 July
Montrose to Tomintoul
The first day of cycling takes you through the rolling landscapes of Angus and the Mearns. Today’s ride has two big challenges: the climbs of Cairn O’Mount and the Lecht (the second highest public road in the UK). You finish in the Speyside whisky village of Tomintoul.
70 miles + 6175 ft
Day 3 – Sunday 6 July
Tomintoul to Inverness
Today you pass numerous whisky distilleries as you head through the heart of Speyside. You then pedal on to tonight’s hotel on the banks of the River Ness in the centre of Inverness.
57 miles + 2903 ft
Day 4 – Monday 7 July
Inverness to Fort Augustus
You ride up into the hills above Inverness before heading along the Great Glen and the shores of Loch Ness towards the village of Fort Augustus. The village sits on the edge of Loch Ness at the start of the Caledonian Canal and is a busy tourist spot. As today’s ride is shorter, this gives you the opportunity to explore the historic Abbey. Your accommodation overlooks the canal and its staircase of five locks.
41 miles + 3141 ft
Day 5 – Tuesday 8 July
Fort Augustus to Fort William
The ride today involves some easy off-road riding along the Caledonian Canal tow path and on to to some forest roads. You arrive in Fort William under the shadow of Ben Nevis via the Caledonian Canal. Here you can see Neptune’s Staircase, the longest staircase lock in Britain, with its nine locks. Today’s route is the shortest of the trip so you have an opportunity to join us on an excursion to Glen Nevis and a walk to the Flats of Steall.
33 miles + 1748 ft
Day 6 – Wednesday 9 July
Fort William to Ardnamurchan Point
The day starts with a small ferry crossing, across Loch Linnhie to Ardgour where the support van meets you. Your final day of riding is along the coastal route towards the most westerly point on the British mainland – Ardnamurchan Lighthouse. We transfer you back to the hotel in Fort William for a celebratory meal.
60 miles + 3965 ft
Day 7 – Thursday 10 July
Homeward bound
We provide transfers to Perth, Dundee and Montrose.
on the ride – mountains, lochs, castles. We even passed a church with bagpipes playing. The support that Skinny Tyres provided along the way, including GPS maps, mechanical assistance, refuelling stations and nice accommodation made all of our rides run seamlessly. I can’t recommend Skinny Tyres highly enough and hope to return for another tour sometime.
F Folsom
Bespoke Tour 2023Scotland Coast to Coast – a journey through a diverse landscape
Cycling Scotland Coast to Coast is a unique bike ride. One that gives you the chance to experience the diversity of landscapes that Scotland has to offer. Along the way, we support you with our customised van and experienced guides, ensuring that you have a fantastic cycling holiday.
We have a flexible approach to our trips which allows you time to take in the beautiful scenery and beaches and to opt for additional rides each day, if you wish. This itinerary is all about the experience: the wild landscapes, still dominated by neolithic sites; the Gaelic culture and the sense of history that oozes from every beach, loch and rock. In short, it is about the journey rather than the destination.
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For enquiries please get in touch via the contact form or call Scot on +44 (0)7763 013 862.
“I cannot recommend
Skinny Tyres highly enough”P Berton
The Hebridean Way 2023
