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Scottish Highlands & Hebrides cycling holidays

From lochside lanes to island causeways, the Scottish Highlands and Hebrides offer majestic scenery, quiet roads and a cycling experience like no other.

Our top Scottish Highlands & Hebrides bike tours

Our Highlands and Hebrides tours combine peaceful mainland rides with island-hopping adventures. Discover lochs, glens, and Gaelic culture across dramatic, untamed terrain.

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Why choose Scottish Highlands & Hebrides for a cycling holiday?

This is where Scotland’s wild soul reveals itself. In the Highlands, ride beside still lochs and through glens framed by soaring peaks. In the Hebrides, both Inner and Outer, you’ll cycle across windswept beaches, peat bogs, and quiet roads linking ancient standing stones, crofting villages, and dramatic coastlines. Ferries and causeways connect the islands, while the mainland offers forest trails and castle routes. It’s not just the landscapes that make this region special; it’s the depth of history, the Gaelic culture, and the quiet sense of remoteness that stays with you long after the ride ends.

Weather & terrain in Scottish Highlands & Hebrides

Expect cool, fresh air with long summer days between May and September. Average summer temperatures hover around 14–18 °C. Terrain is varied: gentle coastal stretches and lochside trails are balanced by rolling hills and occasional challenging climbs, particularly in the Highlands and on Harris. Wind can be a factor in the Hebrides. E-bikes make the region accessible to most leisure cyclists.

Our expert’s fun fact

Where else can you cycle past standing stones, hear Gaelic in the café, and end the day with a dram by the fire?

Luke, Co-founder

Scottish Highlands & Hebrides FAQs

Why book with us?

Your ride, your way

Choose between guided group adventures or go self-guided at your own pace.

Ride worry-free

We handle your luggage and accommodation, so you can focus on enjoying the ride.

Curated routes you’ll love

Every tour is handpicked for scenic beauty, tasty food stops, and unforgettable moments.

Book with confidence

You can ride easy knowing your money is fully protected by PTS, and tours run by our trusted local partners.

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