Scotland Lochs and Glens

Itinerary Details

1. Day 1Arrival into Balloch

   Balloch, on the shores of Loch Lomond, is where you will spend your first evening. If you plan to arrive by air, the nearest airport is Glasgow which has direct transport links to Glasgow train station. For those arriving by train (40 minutes from Glasgow) your accommodation is a short walk from the station. If you decide to arrive into Balloch by car, limited parking is available near the accommodation for the duration of the trip. The evening can be spent strolling along the shoreline and sampling local dishes.
   

   • Local accommodation
2. Day 2Balloch to Callander

   Following a hearty Scottish breakfast, you will be met by a tour representative who will provide you with your rental bikes (if renting) and will talk you through how to use the navigation app.
   
   From the accommodation you start your ride passing Balloch Castle on the shores of Loch Lomond, as you follow quiet roads to Drymen, famed for ‘The Clachan’, Scotland’s oldest pub. You then pedal your way along the Lochs & Glens route up and into the tranquil countryside and forests around Aberfoyle, before your first real test of the legs as you wind your way up the gravel track through Achray Forest. You are soon rewarded with stunning views across the Trossachs and start a fantastic descent to Loch Venachar, following its emerald shores on to Callander, your second night’s stop.

   • 34.8 miles
   • 2,673.9 ft
     2,673.9 ft
   • Accommodation in Callander
   • Breakfast
3. Day 3Callander to Killin

   Today’s ride is shorter but equally stunning, as you pedal your way along an old railway line through some impressive glens on a real combination of surfaces today, from quiet lanes to gravel cycle paths, you pass waterfalls and the serene Loch Lubnaig, before riding through the beautiful Glen Ogle with it’s impressive viaduct. You also pass close to the grave of folk hero and latter-day Robin Hood, Rob Roy Macgregor, whose grave may be found in Balquhidder. The final stretch from the top of the pass is to Killin, where you will stop for the night.

   • 25.5 miles
   • 1,673.2 ft
     1,673.2 ft
   • Accommodation in Killin
   • Breakfast
4. Day 4Killin to Pitlochry

   The start of the day follows the 15 miles long Loch Tay to Aberfeldy the home to Dewars World of Whisky Distillery. All road today, as you pass through Aberfeldy and Strathay, before arriving at Pitlochry – watch out for those leaping salmon!

   The wide glens of the river Tay and river Tummel guide you to Pitlochry and your accommodation for the night. The local distillery of Blair Athol, conveniently located in Pitlochry offers tours and tastings of it’s ancient Highland malt, a great way to round off your day’s ride.

   • 38.5 miles
   • 2,329.4 ft
     2,329.4 ft
   • Accommodation in Pitlochry
   • Breakfast
5. Day 5Pitlochry to Perth

   Retracing your bicycle tracks to the Logierait Viaduct you now follow the River Tay on the National Cycle Network route 77, The Salmon Run. This route eventually brings you to Perth, the town that inspired Sir Walter Scott to pen ‘The Fair Maid of Perth’, which in turn inspired Bizet’s opera.

   On the way to this fair city, tucked away at the foot of thickly wooded hills, you will discover one of Perthshire’s gems – the cathedral town of Dunkeld. Resting on the opposite bank of the River Tay is the Victorian village of Birnam. Together, the beautifully restored buildings and rich heritage are an inspiration for lovers of history, the arts and the great green outdoors.

   At the end of the day, you will be met by your representative and either whisked back to your car or given your bags to catch a train in Perth.
   

   • 32.3 miles
   • 1,738.8 ft
     1,738.8 ft
   • Breakfast

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     Perth, Scotland

     Finish the tour in the fine city of Perth