West Highland Way Biking Route

West Highland Way & Great Glen Way

A breath-taking mountain biking holiday through Scotland's Western Highlands
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
  • Green - beginners and novices, flat, wide trails, no challenging features
  • Blue - intermediates with basic off-road riding skills, small obstacles, moderate gradients, some short, steep sections
  • Red - proficient mountain bikers, steep and rough, with some technical sections
  • Black - very experienced mountain bikers, very challenging with steep, technical climbs and descents
Total Distance
339 km (211 miles)
Number of days cycling
5 days
Elevation
Over 5500 metres of climbing and descending!
    Summary

    Combining the best mountain biking on the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way, this fantastic Scottish mountain biking holiday has it all, from awe-inspiring Scottish scenery to incredible mountain biking trails and brilliant Highland hospitality. Our West Highland Way & Great Glen Way mountain biking route is a magical 5 or 6-day mountain biking tour in Scotland, from Glasgow to Inverness, through some of the most breath-taking vistas that Scotland has to offer.

    From the majesty of Glencoe to the isolation of Rannoch Moor, this route will see you biking along the shores of Loch Lomond and Loch Ness before finishing in Inverness, the capital of Scotland's Highlands. There will be many chances to try delicious haggis and whisky and plenty of opportunity to spot the elusive Loch Ness Monster! Contact us to start planning your fantastic mountain biking holiday in Scotland!

    Map

    Track

    Highlights
    The twisting trails through the Arrochar Alps
    Mountain passes and stunning scenery
    Ancient drove roads leading to Glencoe
    Travelling the length of Loch Ness
    A fantastic boat journey across Loch Lomond
    What's included
    5 days' fantastic riding, from Glasgow to Inverness
    6 nights of hand-picked, quality accommodation to suit every budget
    Transport from Inverness to Glasgow at the end of the trip ((alternative transfers can be arranged, additional costs may apply)
    All baggage transfers between accommodation
    Official 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 biking 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 mountain biking tour now. A shorter 3 day ride on just the West Highland Way is also possible.

     

    Trip options
    5 days / 6 nights (per person)
    Number of days cycling
    5
    Average daily distance
    67 km (42 miles)
    Fitness
    6
    Prices
    5 days / 6 nights (per person)
    Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
    £895
    Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
    £1060
    Luxury - 4 people
    From £30 extra/night
    Luxury - 2 people
    From £30 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 
    Example itinerary
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    Is the battery removable for charging?

    Dear Christine, Thank you for the fantastic holiday. It seemed as important to you, as us, for us to have a fabulous time. You were accommodating and imaginative when rain spoiled Plan A. The interesting conversation made us see and appreciate Scotland in a way which we otherwise wouldn't have.

    Clare, Canberra, Australia

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