Scottish Cycling Holiday - Speyside and Moray Self Guided Cycle tour

Welcome to Inverness, the capital of the Highlands! After checking into your accommodation, take some time to explore the city. Enjoy a meal at the popular Castle Tavern or treat yourself to a fine dining experience at Rocpool Rendezvous. If time permits, visit our base in Bellfield Park to test the bikes or grab any last-minute essentials from the town centre.

Kickstart your adventure with a scenic cycle from Inverness to Aviemore. Depart from the mouth of the River Ness and head south, crossing the River Nairn valley and the River Findhorn. Enjoy the stunning views of the Scottish landscape as you ride. Don't miss the chance to visit the Landmark Forest Visitor Centre in Carrbridge, a popular attraction for both adults and children. End your day in Aviemore, a charming village nestled in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park.

Today's journey takes you to Newtonmore, a village known for being the closest to the geographical centre of Scotland. Visit the Highland Folk Museum for a glimpse into the region's history and the Highland Wildlife Park to see native species. On your way back to Aviemore, pass by the historical Ruthven Barracks. If you're lucky, you might even catch a game of Shinty, a traditional ball and stick game, in action.

Embark on a short but exciting ride from Aviemore to Grantown On Spey. Challenge yourself at TreeZone, an adventure park with zip wires and balance beams, or unwind by the serene Loch Morlich. Don't miss the chance to travel back in time on the Strathspey Steam Railway. As you cycle through the Abernethy Forest, stop by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds nature reserve at Loch Garten to learn about the area's natural heritage. End your day in the traditional Highland town of Grantown on Spey.

Today, traverse the moorland landscape at the northern edge of the Cairngorm Mountains. Stop by Tomintoul, the highest village in the Highlands, to visit the local art gallery and The Whisky Castle, a shop with an impressive range of whiskies. Continue your journey to Dufftown, known as the 'Malt Whisky Capital of the World'. Don't miss the chance to visit the world-famous Glenfiddich Distillery and its top-rated visitor centre.

Cycle from Dufftown to Elgin, stopping at the Cooperage at Craigellachie and The Macallan Distillery along the way. In Fochabers, visit Baxters Highland Village, a unique combination of a museum, shop, and cafe. Continue towards Spey Bay, home to the Scottish Dolphin Centre, a haven for seals, ospreys, coastal birds, and dolphins. Once in Elgin, visit the impressive ruins of Elgin Cathedral and take a tour of the renowned textile mill, Johnstons of Elgin.

Leave Elgin and cycle along quiet country lanes to the coastal village of Hopeman. Visit the Burghead Visitors Centre and the Morayvia Aviation Museum before heading to the eco-village of Findhorn. Here, you'll find a beautiful beach, harbour, and the well-known spiritual community of The Findhorn Foundation. Pass by the attractive town of Forres and visit Brodie Castle, a well-preserved historical site. Enjoy a meal at Brodie Countryfare before continuing your journey to Nairn.

On your final day, cycle from Nairn to Inverness, visiting Fort George, Cawdor Castle, and the Culloden Battlefield along the way. These historical sites offer a fascinating insight into Scotland's past. After a day of exploration, return to Inverness, marking the end of your unforgettable cycling adventure through the heart of Scotland.