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      Mountain Biking Holidays

      Our mountain bike holidays in Scotland offer the chance to ride superb trails through some of the most unspoiled scenery in Europe. Scotland has twice been named the best place in the world to mountain bike. Our range of mountain bike tours get you away from trail centres and into the amazing backcountry. From mellow MTB tours as we bike across Scotland to our more challenging trips, we have a tour for every level of rider.

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      Mountain biking holidays offer unique opportunities to really explore deep into areas that are rarely visited, on incredible trails that are rarely ridden.

      Our mountain bike tours in Scotland are some of the most iconic in Europe. For example, The Hebridean Trail winds its way through 7 beautiful islands and into some really wild places in Harris and Lewis.

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      Along the way, you’ll stay in carefully selected guesthouses and small hotels, so you can ride during the day and relax in the evenings.

      Our expert guides hold the respected Mountain Bike Leader qualification. With years of experience, they also know the backcountry trails in Scotland better than anyone. Many of our trips are point to point rides – our support vehicle transfers your luggage and offers a lift if your legs are tiring!

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              Wild Highland Trail

              6 review(s)
              • Traverse the wild Highlands across the country from west to east.
              • Ride through the iconic mountain regions of Glencoe and the Cairngorms.
              • Overnight in a remote mountain hut, deep in the wilderness.
              • Complete your trip with an epic descent into one of Scotland's finest glens.
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              Red Grade 7 (Challenging) ? What does this mean?
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              130kg ? What does this mean?
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              The Hebridean Trail

              144 review(s)
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              • Fascinating history, culture, wildlife and island hospitality.
              • 280km across seven islands with some of the most unspoilt and spectacular scenery in Europe.
              • Immerse yourself in a culture where Gaelic has a sense of pride and tradition.
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              Outer Hebrides and St Kilda
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              Blue Grade 6 (Moderate to Challenging) ? What does this mean?
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              148kg ? What does this mean?
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              Bike Across Scotland

              28 review(s)
              Trip Flag
              • Mountain bike across the Scottish Highlands from Fort William to Inverness.
              • Explore Highland villages, visit ancient castles and go monster-spotting on Loch Ness!
              • Perfect for beginner to intermediate riders looking for a challenge and to develop their skills.
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              Multi-Location
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              Green Grade 3 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              102kg ? What does this mean?
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              Every client receives a feedback survey when they return from their guided, self guided or tailor made holiday with us. Once completed the review is published on our website just as soon as our database updates. The little touches and details are important to us and where issues are raised we make positive changes to our trips to improve your experience.

              That’s why we read each of our client’s reviews and although we don’t respond to all of them, if it’s glowing feedback then we get the satisfaction of helping to make your holidays truly memorable.

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              Ned Wilson

              Mountain Biking - Coast to Coast

              Age: 50 - 60
              Country: United States
              Trip Date: 22/07/2023
              Trips Taken: 1

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              Pete Haines

              Mountain Biking - The Hebridean Trail

              Age: 70 - 80
              Country: United Kingdom
              Trip Date: 01/07/2023
              Trips Taken: 0

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              Dawn Gale

              Mountain Biking - The Hebridean Trail

              Age: 50 - 60
              Country: United Kingdom
              Trip Date: 01/07/2023
              Trips Taken: 0

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