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Welcome to Hooked on Cycling Holidays and our cycling holiday in Scotland which takes you through the regions of Perthshire , Angus and the Royal Kingdom of Fife. This Scottish cycling holiday passes a few of the great Castles of Scotland. You will cycle by Glamis Castle , Scone Palace, Blair Castle, and also historic St. Andrews and Dunkeld dating back to the 1700’s. This Scottish cycling holiday is available as a seven night self guided cycle tour and is graded as a level 2 as it is suitable for beginners and experienced cyclists. You will be staying in 3 / 4 star Hotels and Guest Houses. You can always extend your cycling holiday with extra nights in Edinburgh or by traveling further north to the Highlands of Scotland. 
Available daily April - October
Level 2 self guided tour
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Pitlochry a bustling town in the heart of the highland Perthshire countryside surrounded by mountains. Arrive early and visit the fish and dam ladder where salmon make there way upstream to lay eggs. Maybe also visit one of the local Whisky distilleries or just take a relaxing walk by the River.
Day 2 Pitlochry to Alyth 28/35 miles ( 45/56km)
Today you cycle east up the gentle climb out of the town. Eventually the climb becomes worthwhile with a scenic eight mile descent. This route is very remote and typical of the landscapes of Scotland. Various optional routes allow you to cross too one of the stunning Angus Glens where time seems to stand still and with the Grampian Mountains behind you each corner will provide a new visual delight. Today is really about wild beautiful Scottish scenery.
Day 3 Alyth to Kirriemuir 22/36 miles ( 35/58km)
Following the lower farm lands as you cycle east with the Grampian mountains providing a wonderful northern scenic splendor. Visit Glamis castle which is everything  a castle should be. It was the setting of Shakespeare’s Macbeth and also the birth place of HM the Queen Mother. Once your visit is complete make your way to your hotel. Afterwards you can take an optional ride up the stunning Glen Clova one of the fabulous Angus Glens.
Day 4 Kirriemuir to St Andrews 28/42 miles ( 45/67km )
Leaving Kirriemuir the birth place of James Barrie the author of Peter Pan you cycle south along the undulating lanes., eventually approaching the Tay river and Dundee. Visit the Discovery centre before continuing across the Tay Bridge. Check into your hotel before continuing with the optional route to St. Andrews. This university town is full of history with its Abbey , Castle , cobbled streets with ancient houses and of course the famous links being the home of Golf.
Day 5 St Andrews to Perth 25/40 miles ( 40/64km)
Continue along the shores of the River Tay, mainly using part of the National Cycle Network to Perth. Along this route you can detour to Falkland Palace once a  Royal residence and wonder at the fantastic architecture and internal decorations. The Palace also has some wonderful gardens. Check into your Hotel and explore the wonderful City of Perth.
Day 6 Perth Various miles
A day to relax around the city with many non cycling activities to occupy you or cycle out to Scone Palace. Scone Palace is full of treasures and a must for those interested in Scottish History. The palace is the crowning point of all past Scottish Kings and Queens and the famous Stone of Destiny which was once in the gardens has now been return to Scotland after the devolution of Scotland from England.
Day 7 Perth to Pitlochry 28/34 miles 45/56km)
Following the National Cycle network north along small lanes towards the historic town of Dunkeld. Dunkeld is one of Scotland’s oldest towns with many protected houses. As you cycle north you start to see the Grampian mountains come back into view providing a magnificent target to cycle towards.
Day 8
Your tour is complete after breakfast , drive 8 miles north and visit Blair Castle before you leave the area. The Castle is Scotland’s most visited castle and its sparkling white turrets shine out against the greens and purples of the heather clad mountains.
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What is Included
- 7 Nights Bed and Breakfast
- 3,4 star Hotels and Guest Houses
- Information Pack
- Routes and Maps
- Welcome meeting
- Luggage transfers
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Extras
- 24 speed Rental cycle
- Cost before and after tour
- Extra nights
- Single Supplement
- Airport transfers
- Travel Insurance
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Tariff 2008
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CECC01
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Single occupancy
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£655
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Price per person based on two persons sharing double/twin room
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£482
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Rental Cycle
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£60
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How to get there
By air , train , bus to Edinburgh where we can arrange transfer to Pitlochry. By car to Pitlochry where parking is available.
A train service is available from / to Edinburgh and Glasgow - Pitlochry
To check out other Wanderer tours click on your chosen tour : Island Hopping , Glorious Galloway
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Walking Holidays in Scotland
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