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Scotland Lochs & Castles 8 Day Self-Guided Cycling Tour (Level 2)

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  • Scotland

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Lochs and Castles 8 Day Cycling Tour

The region of Perthshire is probably one of the most beautiful in Scotland. The Highland fault which was formed during the ice ages runs diagonally west-east through the region. To the north are mountains and many lakes (lochs) and to the south flat farm lands.

This bike adventure takes you through the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, the first of its kind in Scotland, it is also Rob Roy country, the McGregor Chieftain who ruled the region in late 17th century. His Grave can be found close to the cycle route via a short detour.

Tour Character: Level 2

Daily distances from 24km to 67km (optional). Suitable for any rider. Please see the itinerary tab for daily distance breakdowns. 

Included in the Tour:

  • 7 nights in 3/4 star hotels/ guesthouses and inns
  • Breakfast
  • Smart phone app with routes (1 access code per room)
  • Luggage transfer 
  • Bike damage insurance (with bike rental)

Not included:

  • Drinks, lunches and dinners
  • Bike rental
  • Map based cue sheet - 50 EUR
  • Transfers to/ from the start/ end point

If you would like to rent a Scott Hybrid Bike (165 EUR) or E-Bike (345 EUR) please contact [email protected] when booking

Notes: 

  • Daily departure from April to September
  • Hotel upgrades available - 4/5 star on request
  • Access code for the Smart Phone app is emailed 3 weeks before departure. Additional access code - 10 EUR (to be booked prior)
  • Bike handover is usually at 5.00-5.30pm on Day 1, if delayed the first hotel is advised
  • Bikes come with pannier bag, map carrier (1 per 2 bikes), inner tube, lock, tools, bottle carrier
  • Booking Change charge - 50€ if > 30 days before departure 

Arrival/ Departure: 

  • By train from Glasgow or Edinburgh to Stirling and the bus or taxi to Callander (total time approx 1.5-2 hours)
  • Arrivals into Glasgow Prestwick airport by train to Stirling last train around 19.30 , train every hour, then by local bus or taxi to Callander.
  • Return Pitlochry to Edinburgh by train leaves around 11am – approx. 13.20 arrival
  • Train Pitlochry – Glasgow Prestwick leaves 11am arrives airport approx 15.45
  • Train Edinburgh – Glasgow Prestwick airport. Trains each hour , journey 2 hours

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  • Day 1

    Arrive in Callander (40 miles North of Edinburgh)

  • Day 2

    Tour of the Trossachs – 32km, 53km, 74km

    Cycling alongside Loch Venachar with the hills on either side sparkling in the loch. We are making our way to Loch Katrine, a beautiful remote loch where you can take a ride on a steamer boat which was built in 1872. A tarmac private cycle way also runs alongside the loch giving spectacular views across the loch and the mountains

  • Day 3

    To Doune Castle - 32km

    Cycling southwards to the ancient village of Doune with its famous Castle. The hit USA Series Outlander was filmed here at Doune Castle. Doune Castle is a medieval tower castle.

  • Day 4

    Callander to Killin - 40km – 56 km

    Today we follow the National Cycle Network north alongside Loch Lubnaig towards Strathyre and nice place for a coffee break. You then continue on the cycle way north where we continue over the gentle climb of Glen Ogle before descending to Killin. The waterfall, Falls of Dochart here is really spectacular and many people sit on the rocks and watch the cascading waters pass by.

  • Day 5

    Killin to Aberfeldy - 49km – 67km

    Cycling alongside Loch Tay which is around 27km long to Kenmore and maybe a visit to the Scottish Crannog Centre which shows life on the Loch during the bronze age. Then continue onto Fortingall a conservation village dating back many hundreds of years. Europe’s oldest living thing can be found here in the form of a Yew Tree!!. After your visit carry along the valley to Aberfeldy passing famous Castle Menzies

  • Day 6

    Aberfeldy to Pitlochry - 24km -51km

    Today you have a shorter ride to allow time to explore Pitlochry on arrival. Before setting off today though visit the whisky distillery. You start cycling along the River Tay valley when the you the turn north to Pitlochry. A few short hills await you before you reach Pitlochry.

  • Day 7

    Pitlochry Loop 25km, 43km, 64km

    Here there is much to see and do, two whisky distilleries to visit one the world’s smallest. The Fish and Dam Ladder allowing salmon to jump the dam wall. Many shops to visit along with many pubs and bars. For those who wish to cycle it’s worth the short trip to Blair Castle one of Scotland’s grand castles and home of the Duke of Athol and his family. Follow this turbulent history as you walk from room to room Then you can cycle a wonderful loop through Perthshire countryside via Loch Tummel with maybe a visit to the Killiecrankie visitor centre.

  • Day 8

    Depart after breakfast

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Double rooms 1,290€
Apr 02 2026 Apr 09 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
Jul 22 2026 Jul 29 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Jul 23 2026 Jul 30 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Jul 24 2026 Jul 31 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 02 2026 Aug 09 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 03 2026 Aug 10 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 06 2026 Aug 13 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 07 2026 Aug 14 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 08 2026 Aug 15 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 22 2026 Aug 29 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 23 2026 Aug 30 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 27 2026 Sep 03 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 28 2026 Sep 04 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 29 2026 Sep 05 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 30 2026 Sep 06 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Aug 31 2026 Sep 07 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
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Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 02 2026 Sep 09 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 03 2026 Sep 10 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 04 2026 Sep 11 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 05 2026 Sep 12 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 06 2026 Sep 13 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 07 2026 Sep 14 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 08 2026 Sep 15 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 09 2026 Sep 16 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 10 2026 Sep 17 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 11 2026 Sep 18 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 12 2026 Sep 19 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 13 2026 Sep 20 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 14 2026 Sep 21 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 15 2026 Sep 22 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 16 2026 Sep 23 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 17 2026 Sep 24 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 18 2026 Sep 25 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 19 2026 Sep 26 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 20 2026 Sep 27 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 21 2026 Sep 28 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 22 2026 Sep 29 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 23 2026 Sep 30 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 24 2026 Oct 01 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 25 2026 Oct 02 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 26 2026 Oct 03 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 27 2026 Oct 04 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 28 2026 Oct 05 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 29 2026 Oct 06 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€
Sep 30 2026 Oct 07 2026 12 Single rooms 2,225€
Double rooms 1,290€

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