Scotland by Bike and Boat

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8 days

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Boat and all staff friendly and helpful. Rides were great and quite challenging. Our fellow passengers were fun and we were all compatible. This was an excellent trip

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8 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

22 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Oban, Scotland

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Highlights

Discovering the untouched natural beauty of the Inner Hebrides

Admiring the spectacular scenery of the Scottish Highlands

Visiting fortresses and castles on the island of Mull

Itinerary

Imagine cycling through Scotland’s wild Inner Hebrides, spotting dolphins from a two-masted sailing boat and pedaling past red deer and whisky distilleries on the Isle of Jura. The Scotland by Bike and Boat tour offers eight days of guided exploration, from the vibrant port of Oban to the scenic islands of Mull and Morvern Peninsula. Each day brings new adventures—wildlife sightings, dramatic coastlines, and evenings relaxing in your boat’s cozy lounge. Designed for mature adventurers, the tour’s unique selling point is its seamless blend of land and sea exploration, offering a rare, immersive experience of Scotland’s lesser-trodden isles and highlands.

day 1Arrive Oban

Make your own way to Oban (e.g from Edinburgh or Glasgow by bus or train, which takes approximately 3-4 hours). Alternatively, an optional group transfer is available (must be pre-booked - additional cost applies) from Edinburgh train station (at 3.00pm) or airport (at 4:00pm) to the boat in Oban.
Check in is from 3.00pm and cabins will be available from 6.00pm. Should you arrive earlier your luggage can be stored on board until check-in time. Then join your crew, guides and group for a late dinner at 9.00pm on board.

Meals

Dinner

day 2Remote peninsula cycle, ferry to Luing Island and cycle to Tobernochy (36km/22mi)

day 3Loop cycle from Crinan to the excavation site of Kilmartin, cruise to the island of Jura (37km/23mi)

day 4Cycle on Jura, cruise to Mull (27km/17mi)

day 5Cycle on hilly terrain and marvel at the natural beauty on Mull Island (52km/32mi)

day 6Cycle on the north of Mull Island towards Salen, cross to Lochaline (50km/31mi)

day 7Cycle route on the Island Mull, by boat back to Oban (19km/12mi)

day 8Trip concludes in Oban

What's Included

Accommodation

7 nights, sailing yacht in a twin share cabin with ensuite facilities (supplement applies for single cabin). The compact cabins are configured with bunk beds - two beds, or four beds for either 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Ask your consultant for prices on children and triple and quad share. Due to the shape of the boat's hull the size of the cabins may vary, and some cabins may be marginally noisier and less ventilated due to their proximity to the engine and working part of the boat

Meals

7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners (does not include drinks) - The cook on board is a member of the crew and prepares the breakfast and one warm meal a day (dinner may be swapped for lunch). The meals begin with dinner on day 1 and end with breakfast on day 8

Guide

Experienced crew including English speaking cycle guide

Others

8-speed e-bike rental with pannier. The guides will carry bike locks for the group when cycling, or individual locks can be provided on request if you decide to bike alone (limited supply)Bed linen and towelsInformation pack including overview maps per cabin

What's Excluded

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