Cycling in Scotland

Self Guide Cycle Tour - Hebridean Way

Self Guide Cycle Tour – Hebridean Way Discover the enchanting Outer Hebrides and enjoy cycling the Hebridean Way on this self-guided cycle tour. The cycle route is a 185-mile (297km) route, crossing ten islands in the archipelago

Self Guide Cycle Tour – Hebridean Way

Day 1 Oban to Castlebay

Arrival in Oban in plenty of time to the ferry from Oban to Castlebay

Ferry departs Oban 13:40

Ferry arrives Castlebay 18.25

*Ferry times are subject to change

Overnight Castlebay – Isle of Barra

Day 2 Vatersay – Eriskay – distance: 31km ascent: 315m

Cycle to Vatersay for the start of the tour. The beginning of the Hebridean Cycling Way is at the obelisk in the village of Vatersay. The route follows the main road over the causeway to Barra and round the scenic west coast of Barra to the Ardmhor ferry terminal. Here is where you get the ferry to Eriskay, and the ferry journey is 40 minutes.

Overnight at a B&B on Eriskay

Day 3 Eriskay to Benbecula distance: 53km ascent: 308m

Today leave the picturesque island of Eriskay and travel over the causeway to South Uist. Eriskay comes from the Old Norse for “Eric’s Isle”. Eriskay is a stunning isle and home to the famous Eriskay ponies. Maybe you will catch a glimpse of the ponies on your cycle through the Island. Over the causeway to Uist, cycle from the South to Benbecula. South Uist is a beautiful island. See the crystal clear waters of the sea and the white powder beaches to the west . Benbecula in Gaelic is Beinn na Faoghla which means Mountain of the Ford. Benbecula is in fact a stepping stone between North and South Uist.

Overnight Benbecula

Day 4 Benbecula to Berneray distance: 50km ascent: 335m

Today as we leave Benbecula and travel through North Uist and over to Berneray. North Uist has many fresh and saltwater lochs also miles of sandy beaches, and cultivated crofts. Berneray may be a small island, but Berneray boasts a fascinating history and is home to a wide range of wildlife and a picturesque white sandy beach. The island has approximately 130 inhabitants.

Overnight Berneray

Day 5 Berneray to Tarbert (Isle of Harris) distance: 50km ascent: 1030m

Start off today with the ferry from Berneray to Leverburgh on the Sound of Harris. Enjoy the 80-minute ferry journey between the Islands. The Island of Harris is one that has offered inspiration for generations. With its rich traditions, stunning shifting scenery and a strong sense of community, Harris offers a unique introduction to island life.

Overnight in Tarbert

Day 6 Tarbert to Callanish distance: 72km ascent: 20m

This part of the route travels through the hilly Lochs area of Lewis. It takes us to the Callanish Standing Stones. Take time to enjoy the beauty and magnificence of these magical stones.

Day 7 Callanish to Butt of Lewis distance: 47km ascent: 20m

Today is the longest and toughest day, but the Butt of Lewis is a spectacular end of this magnificent trip. The last part of the route travels along the scenic west side of Lewis, past the famous Callanish Standing Stones. The Butt of Lewis is about as far north as you can go in the Western Isles.

Overnight Lewis

Day 8 Lewis to Inverness distance: 50km ascent: 850m

Last Day and final ride back to Stornoway to catch the ferry back to the mainland. Depart early morning and cycle the 28 Miles to Stornoway.

Ferry departs 14.00 and arrives Ullapool for 16.30

*Please note ferry times can change

Enjoy the ferry journey over the Minch. This long stretch of seawater between the west coast of Scotland and the Hebrides. Sit back and enjoy the wildlife, pod of whales and plenty of birdlife can be seen.

On arrival at Ullapool ferry port, our representative will meet you and transfer you to Inverness.

Overnight Inverness

Day 9 Departure

Today depart Inverness for your journey home

Well done, you can clap yourself on the back – you did it!

Vanaf £999 per persoon


Vertrekdagen

  • Maandag
  • Dinsdag
  • Woensdag
  • Donderdag
  • Vrijdag
  • Zaterdag
  • Zondag

April — September

Contact gegevens

Spirit Journeys Ltd

SJ Travel Centre
Unit 3 Fairways Retail Park
Inverness
Highland
United Kingdom
IV2 6AA

Tour information

Beginnend

  • Oban

Lengte

9 Days

Transport

  • Bicycle

Type

  • Bespoke

Thema’s

  • Cycling

Tour prijzen


Vanaf £999 Per Persoon

Nu boeken

Prijzen zijn afhankelijk van het seizoen

Spirit Journeys Ltd

Informatie over toermaatschappij

Spirit Journeys Ltd

Spirit Journeys Ltd is an ATOL registered travel agency/tour operator based in Inverness. We also act as a DMC (Destination Management Company) and inbound travel agency for Scotland Spirit Journeys Ltd is an ATOL registered travel agency/tour operator based in Inverness. We also act as a DMC (Destination Management Company) and inbound travel agency for Scotland who bring creativity to our tour and always ensure the clients comes first.

Openingstijden

Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm

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