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Scotland's Lochs & Glens SCOTLAND’S LOCHS & GLENS SELF GUIDED CYCLING TOUR SCOTLAND’S LOCHS & GLENS CYCLING TOUR SUMMARY Cycle through the landscape of lochs and glens that make up the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park and Highland Perthshire. Discover the tranquil lochs, purple heather clad hills, majestic castles and delightful accommodation of Scotland’s heartland. Explore Scotland’s lochs and glens by bike, soaking in the unique landscape of the Scottish Highlands whilst savouring the clean, fresh Scottish air. Immerse yourself in rich clan history as you cycle past castles through the rugged Trossachs hills and then on into Highland Perthshire. Great cycling complemented by welcoming Scottish hospitality, world class whisky and the produce from Scotland’s natural larder. Your cycling adventure begins in the bustling holiday town of Callander, known as the gateway to the highlands, which lies beneath wooded crags. Learn the story of Rob Roy at the visitor centre before you pedal east to Loch Katrine. Here you can enjoy a fine cycle along the tranquil Loch Katrine and perhaps a trip on the 100 year Sir Walter Scott steamship. Your route continues north past Loch Lubnaig and through Glen Ogle to the village of Killin, which lies at Tour: Scotland’ s Lochs & Glens Cycleway the southern end of Loch Tay and is bisected by The Falls Of Dochart. The scenery just gets even better Code: CSSLG with every turn of the pedals as you follow the southern shore of Loch Tay past the Scottish Crannog Type: Self-Guided Cycling Holiday Centre, Dewar’s World of Whisky and Taymouth Castle. Aberfeldy is next, famous for the ‘Birks Of Price: See Website Aberfeldy’ a poem by Robert Burns. Dates: March—Oct Days: 8 (6 Cycling Days) The Victorian spa town of Pitlochry is your base for the final three nights. Choose from several routes Nights: 7 which visit Dunkeld Cathedral, Blair Castle, Queen’s View, Moulin, Killiecranckie as they wind Big Tree Start: Callander Country. Finish: Pitlochry HIGHLIGHTS IS IT FOR ME? Lochs, glens and bens of the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park • An easy to moderate cycling route for individuals • Easy cycling on quiet roads and cycle paths. that enjoy cycling in breathtaking surroundings, • Castles, whisky and history at almost every turn of the road. steeped in history with an appreciation for good quality food from Scotland’s world famous produce, • Charming accommodation in authentic Scottish B&B’s, guesthouses and country first class hospitality and of course a Scotch or two! inns. THE MACS ADVENTURE DIFFERENCE At Macs Adventure we are totally dedicated to adventure excellence. What this means is that we put WHAT’S INCLUDED? together holidays where every last little detail is taken care of. From searching out the best locally owned Accommodation: 7 nights hand-picked B&B’s, and operated accommodation to making sure you know the perfect place to stop for lunch nothing is too small hotels, country inns and guesthouses. Meals: A hearty breakfast included. Lunch and much trouble. This means is that you can really get to know the people and places of our wonderful home. dinner not included but always available at accom- modation or nearby. Your cycling holiday includes hand picked accommodation, baggage transfer, a detailed information pack Baggage Transfer: Baggage transfer. and emergency support. From your first contact with Macs Adventure you will deal with a local destination Information Pack: Information Pack & Route specialist who knows Scotland intimately. So if there is anything we can do to make your holiday in Notes Scotland even better please don’t hesitate to ask. GPS: Macs Adventure Smartphone App with GPS maps Support: 24/7 Emergency telephone support. SCOTLAND’S LOCHS & GLENS SELF GUIDED CYCLING TOUR aboard the 100 year old steamer boat for the village of Fortingall, at the entrance of Glen Lyon, DETAILED ITINERARY morning sailing to Stronachlachar, (booking in is worth a visit to admire the Fortingall Yew, an advance essential). You will enjoy the gentle ancient Yew, known as the oldest tree in Europe. cycle back along quiet forest tracks and lochside Cycle ~ 25 miles/40 km Days: 8 paths, with commanding views across the Nights: 7 peaceful loch and Queen Elizabeth Forests and Cycling Days: 6 Overnight: Aberfeldy of course not forgetting a stop at Glen Ogle at Grade: Easy to Moderate the head of the loch, birth place of the notorious Day 5: Aberfeldy to Pitlochry 18th century outlaw, Rob Roy. Day Route Miles A splendid cycle towards the Victorian town of Cycle ~ 35 miles/56 km Pitlochry where you will spend the remaining 1 Arrive Callander 0 three nights. 2 Callander - Loch Katrine 35 Overnight: Callander - Callander Meander by the quaint hamlet of Strathtay 3 Callander to Killin 25 Day 3: Callander to Killin towards the Logierat Bridge, a listed railway viaduct where you will commence a steep climb, 4 Killin to Aberfeldy 25 Your journey today continues deeper into the Aberfeldy to Pitlochry 5 16 southern highlands where you will be surrounded saying good bye to the Tay whilst welcoming the Pitlochry - Loch Tummel 6 26 by stunning scenery. Your cycle will mainly be River Tummel. There is the option of adding on Circuit a 12 mile return trip by heading to Dunkeld Pitlochry—Blair Castle on cycle tracks and quiet roads passing by the 7 16 impressive Falls of Leny, Loch Lubnaig and Loch following the signs from Logierait. By River Garry Oich. A stop in the village of Balqhuidder at the 8 Onward Travel A final run to the heart of Scotland will bring you head of Loch Voil will bring you to the final to Pitlochry allowing you to spend the remainder resting place of folk hero Rob Roy. of the day discovering the abundance of Your final leg of today’s cycling, a steep climb attractions that this enchanting holiday town has Total Distance 143 to offer. over Glen Ogle which offers rewarding views back over Loch Earn, then a pleasant descent to Cycle ~ 16 miles/26 km Day 1: Arrive In Callander reach the charming village of Killin nestled beneath Tarmachan Ridge, where you will be Overnight: Pitlochry Callander sits on the eastern edge of the Loch greeted by the grandeur of ‘The Falls Of Day 6: Loch Tummel Circuit Lomond and Trossachs National Park and is a Dochart’. good starting point for the Scotland’s Lochs & A truly unforgettable ride through Highland Cycle ~ 25 miles/40 km Glens Cycle Tour. Arriving in Callander allows Perthshire's ‘Big Tree Country’ await s you. you to brush up on your knowledge of Scottish Overnight: Killin Follow the Loch Tummel loop from Pitlochry to History with a visit to the Rob Roy visitor centre. experience Scotland’s most majestic and Day 4: Killin to Aberfeldy Callander is easily reached by car from both prestigious scenery. Glasgow and Edinburgh, the town is also served Your companions for much of todays journey will Set high above Loch Tummel enjoy the by a frequent rail service. From Stirling. be the mighty Loch Tay and Ben Lawers as you panoramic view from Queens View (named after travel eastwards towards Aberfeldy. Pedal along Queen Isabel, first wife of Robert the Bruce), with Day 2: Callander to Loch Katrine shadowed by idyllic tree’s before approaching a the seasonal woodland colours, combined with A pleasant days cycling alongside the southern prehistoric loch dwelling known as a Crannog. the tranquillity of Loch Tummel it is easy to shore of Loch Venacher to the Trossachs Pier at Step back in time and experience the authentic understand why it is voted Scotland’s most Loch Katrine. Situated in the heart of Rob Roy recreation of ‘Iron Age Life’ on the Loch. outstanding beauty spot! country lies the pristine Loch Katrine, famous Enjoy the remainder of your cycle to Aberfeldy Cycle ~ 28 miles/49km following the success of Sir Walter Scott’s following the River Tay stopping at the pretty narrative poem Lady of the Lake and novel Rob 16th century conservation village of Kenmore, Overnight: Pitlochry Roy. nestled on the banks of the Tay. On arrival at the pier you have the option to step An optional 3.4 mile (one way) detour to the SCOTLAND’S LOCHS & GLENS SELF GUIDED CYCLING TOUR Day 7: By the River Garry to Blair Castle HOLIDAY INFORMATION TRAVEL INFORMATION Set off for a relaxed and delightful ride by the This tour includes a mix of small family run B&B’s River Garry as you head towards the 13th Getting to Callander/Back from and hotels as well as some charming island century Blair Atholl Castle, the ancient seat of the Pitlochry hotels. All offer a warm welcome to cyclists, Dukes and Earls of Atholl. have secure bike storage, offer traditional Callander is located on the A84, which is Todays cycle will be combined with two historic hospitality and delicious local food. accessible by car from both Glasgow (50 attractions. As you leave from Pitlochry you will minutes) and Edinburgh (1 hour 10 Minutes). cycle towards the dramatic pass of Killicranckie, Single Rooms Scotrail offer direct trains from both cities to Stirling where you may get a bus connection. a beautiful gorge steeped in history before If you require single rooms in your party we will spending the day at Blair Atholl Estate exploring of course try to accommodate your request, Pitlochry is located close to the A9, which is the fascinating castle and wildness of the subject to availability. There will be a single accessible by car from both Glasgow and countryside.. supplement payable. Edinburgh. Scotrail also offer direct trains from both cities.
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