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INFORMATION
ABOUT OUR HOLIDAYS
Self-Led
Tours
Our tours are mainly self-led and designed for the cyclist who wishes
to explore the beauty of Scotland's scenery, visit some of its many
tourist attractions(both historical and modern) and enjoy the warm
welcome of its people. Distances vary between 15-40 miles(24-64km)
per day and where possible there is a choice of daily routes, some
more challenging than others. You can proceed at your own pace comfortable
in the knowledge that there is plenty of time to pause, have lunch
by the burn, climb a hill or visit a historic castle.To assist you
with your choice we have graded each tour. Distances are approximate
and the grading is only a guide. We cannot accept responsibility
for difficulties which may arise.
Level 1: Easy--flat terrain suitable for all ages and fitness
Level 2: Moderate--some days flat, some days with moderate
hills. Short daily distances of 15-25ml(24-40km). Suitable for most
ages and degrees of fitness.
Level 3: Strenuous--some days as in Level 2 but other longer
days of 25ml-35ml(40-56km) with longer uphill rides. A moderate
level of fitness is required.
Level 4: Sporting--challenging routes with steep hills. A good level
of fitness is required.
Group
Tours
SCOTLAND and IRELAND
Supported Tours are ideal for persons who wish to make new friends
and travel with the maximum support. Please do not think that because
you may wish to travel on your own or with a companion that you
should not join a group tour. Each individual(or couple/party) is
provided with maps and route notes and can travel and holiday independently.You
can make use of the extra services such as luggage carrying that
the tour provides but there is no obligation to join in if you prefer
not to. A guide and a support vehicle accompanies each tour and
if for any reason you do not wish to cycle all the time transport
is available. The guide's function is to ensure that each person
enjoys the tour and he will offer as much or as little support as
you wish.
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Customised
Tours
We are happy to advise on any route you may be considering and give
suggestions. It is wise to remember that away from central Scotland
the roads and railways wind their way following the terrain and
journey times can be longer than they would appear on a map. This
is particularly true when ferry travel to the Outer Hebridean Islands
is involved. One week is usually not enough time to enjoy the magic
of these special islands. There are some roads we strongly advise
are unsuitable for cyclists because of the heavy commercial and
tourist traffic. Our brochure tours can be modified in any way to
accommodate individual preferences. However, if you do not find
a tour which visits the destination of your choice let us know and
we will design an individual itinerary. All grades of accommodation
are available from hostels to first class hotels. It is our pleasure
to assist you to enjoy the special combination of Scotland's beautiful
scenery and the warmth of its people.
Short
Breaks
SCOTLAND
Holidays can sometimes be short and you may not have time to
cycle on a full seven day tour or you may just need to escape the
city and enjoy the peace of a weekend in the country. Our short
breaks in beautiful Perthshire are just what you need and are very
competitively priced. They can be taken at any time of year and
any days of the week.We offer accommodation, bikes and routes at
three popular small towns in Perthshire....Blairgowrie, Dunkeld,
and Pitlochry and we can organise similar breaks in other mainland
parts of Scotland on request.There are forest trails, mountain paths
and quiet minor roads within easy reach and the routes are suitable
for all grades of cyclist including families. Details
Scottish
Cycling Holidays
87 Perth Street, Blairgowrie, Perthshire
Scotland PH10 6DT
Telephone 01250 876100 Fax 01250 873383
E-mail info@scotcycle.co.uk
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