coast to coast cycling holiday

Southern Scotland Coast to Coast

Cycle C2C through undiscovered regions of Scotland from Portpatrick to Berwick
Overview
  • 1 - Flat as a pancake
  • 2 - Flat with some lumpy bits
  • 3 - Gently undulating
  • 4 - Undulating, some bigger hills
  • 5 - Rolling hills
  • 6 - Hilly but not too steep
  • 7 - Hilly with some steep climbs
  • 8 - Very hilly up to 25% climbs
  • 1 - Very little biking but keen to try 
  • 2 - Cycle a couple of times a week, a few hours per day on flat terrain
  • 3 - Can easily cycle half a day on more hilly terrain 
  • 4 - Can ride for up to 5 hours per day, gently undulating terrain
  • 5 - Can ride for 6 hours per day, some short, steep climbs
  • 6 - Can ride for 7 hours per day on hilly terrain
  • 7 - Comfortable biking for 8 hours per day including long, steep climbs
  • 8 - Cycle several times per week, can ride up to 10 hours per day, steep, physically demanding trails
Total Distance
316 km (196 miles)
Number of days cycling
3 to 5 days
Elevation
About 3700 metres of climbing and descending
    Summary

    A coast to coast cycling holiday like no other, exploring undiscovered regions of Scotland by bike, our Southern Scotland C2C crosses Galloway and the Scottish Borders, where you'll find some of the best cycling in the UK through gorgeous rolling green hills. The roads here have so little traffic and the scenery, terrain and mild climate make this the perfect place to ride!

    Beginning in the picturesque harbour town of Portpatrick and finishing in Berwick, the ancient Border town, this cycling route passes through remote countryside including the UK's first Dark Sky Park, along the banks of sparkling rivers and beautiful lochs. A route that is never too flat to be boring and never too hilly to be arduous, with miles of undiscovered roads, this is a true piece of cycling heaven! Contact us about our brilliant biking holiday in Scotland.

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    Track

    Highlights
    Savouring the coastal views with some refreshments in the pretty harbour town of Portpatrick
    The incredible sense of achievement having cycled from coast to coast
    Visiting Drumlanrig Castle, one of Britain's grandest castles, near to Thornhill
    Soaking up the history at Melrose Abbey, a monastery founded in 1136
    Cycling along deserted scenic roads through beautiful rolling hills
    What's included
    2 to 5 days of coast to coast road biking from Portpatrick to Berwick-upon-Tweed
    2 to 6 nights of hand-picked, quality accommodation to suit every budget
    One way transfer between Portpatrick and Berwick (alternative transfers can be arranged, additional costs may apply)
    All baggage transfers between accommodation
    Map of the route and accurate gpx files
    Detailed list of bike shops and a comprehensive route information pack
    Phone support from our experienced team
    Bike hire available as an additional extra
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    Your cycling holiday can be organised on any dates between April and September for groups of two or more people. Choose your preferred dates and contact us to start planning your Scottish cycling holiday now.

    Trip options
    3 days / 3 nights (per person)
    Number of days cycling
    3
    Average daily distance
    105 km (65 miles)
    Fitness
    7
    4 days / 4 nights (per person)
    Number of days cycling
    4
    Average daily distance
    79 km (49 miles)
    Fitness
    6
    5 days / 5 nights (per person)
    Number of days cycling
    5
    Average daily distance
    63 km (39 miles)
    Fitness
    5
    Prices
    3 days / 3 nights (per person)
    Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
    £500
    Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
    £710
    Luxury - 4 people
    From £20 extra/night
    Luxury - 2 people
    From £20 extra/night
    4 days / 4 nights (per person)
    Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
    £600
    Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
    £820
    Luxury - 4 people
    From £20 extra/night
    Luxury - 2 people
    From £20 extra/night
    5 days / 5 nights (per person)
    Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
    £700
    Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
    £935
    Luxury - 4 people
    From £20 extra/night
    Luxury - 2 people
    From £20 extra/night
    • We can accommodate groups of any size. If you have a group of 3 people or more than 8 people please contact us for the best price.
    • We use fantastic, tried and tested accommodation but more luxurious upgrades are available in some locations for a supplement
    • Single occupancy rooms are available for a supplement
    • Bunkhouse options are available in some locations if you wish to reduce the price
    • We can add or remove extra accommodation, change transport arrangements or add any other extras you might need 
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