Scotland Lochs and Glens

The tour is 5 days long with 4 days of cycling.

This trip is ideal for active families with older children who cycle regularly and who are looking for a cycling holiday that has an easy to follow route in spectacular surroundings. The trip is place to place, so your children should be able to cycle the distances stated in the itinerary - the recommended minimum age is 12. Of course, those not travelling in a family unit are still more than welcome on the tour - the tour runs with a minimum of 2 persons.

The terrain is mainly on traffic-free paths and quiet country roads. It is hilly in places with some cheeky climbs that may have you walking. There are also some small off-road and the occasional section that takes you alongside the main road so, if you are touring with children, they must be comfortable and safe cycling in this environment.

The tour operator provides everything except a bike (although you are able to hire these), personal equipment and clothing. If you are taking your own bike, it is imperative that it is in good mechanical order. If you are not mechanically minded, you are advised to take your bike to a local bicycle dealer for a service. Details of which spares you should take will be included in the Information Pack sent with your booking confirmation.

You will need to bring your own accessories including helmet, gloves and hydration pack / bottles for drinking water. It is also a good idea to bring shoes suitable for walking along with your cycling shoes, a light but waterproof rain jacket and a fleece / warmer layer for mornings and evenings.

While riding it is compulsory that you wear a helmet. If you don’t have a helmet or don’t intend to bring your own the tour operator may, subject to availability, be able to provide one on request. You will not be permitted to ride unless you wear a helmet.

There is no vehicle support on this tour, however, your luggage will be transferred between your accommodation. The tour operator provides a 24-hour emergency contact number for you to call if you encounter any problems during the trip. Please note that this may incur additional charges depending on the nature of the action required.

When cycling in the UK it’s best to come prepared for sun and rain, warm and cold all in the same day – spring, summer and autumn. Although there can be wide variations the monthly average temperature in the UK ranges from 9 degrees centigrade in April through to 17 degrees centigrade in July and then 11 degrees in October.

At the beginning and end of the season (in March and late October) the weather can be a little less predictable and there could be some cooler days.

The price on the ‘Dates and Price’ page serves as a guide since the rate can vary depending on your chosen dates. Please let us know your preferred dates and we can let you know the total price and availability.