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Self Guide Cycle Tour - Hebridean Way

Self Guide Cycle Tour - Hebridean Way

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Self Guide Cycle Tour - Hebridean Way

8 Days Starting and ending in 58.212310,-6.384870

Visiting: United Kingdom

Tour operator:

Spirit Journeys Worldwide

Tour code:

155

Recommended For:

Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Fit

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$1236

$1174 (USD) The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$62

Tour Overview

Experience the magical Western Isles.

Highlights

- Luskentyre Sands
- Calanais Standing Stones
- Kisimul Castle
- Traigh Mhor Beach
- Harris Tweed
- Isle of Harris Distillers

Itinerary

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!

What's Included

- Ferries
- Accommodation - mixed standards
- Transport back to Inverness

What's Not Included

- - Bike Hire - Extra Cost
  - Baggage Handling - Extra Cost on request
  - Guide - Extra Cost - Price on request
  - Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
  - items of a personal nature

More Info

Experience the magical Western Isles.

Reviews of this Operator

Virginia Rockwell (Google Reviewer)

For my trip home to...

08-Oct-2021

For my trip home to the States, I cannot thank you enough for fast results on PCR test from lab Eurofins in less than 24 hours. There are virtually no travel test sites in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland capable of testing and getting results back within 3 days of a flight, and I did not want to rely solely on a rapid test which is less accurate. It took a while to find you, but was so happy I did. Namaste', y'all!

Carol Macleay (Google Reviewer)

This was a trip of...

11-Apr-2016

This was a trip of a lifetime, incredible architecture & local tour guides with exceptional knowledge...very friendly & accommodating...we stayed in fantastic hotels-all with very high standards of cleanliness, location & staff were superb as were the meals...After touring the north it was time for relaxing in Kerela spent one night on a houseboat and travelled round the backwaters...just stunning...and onto our final destination by the beach. I would highly recommend this whole trip to anyone... a very beautiful country so vibrant colourful & friendly. I would go back in a flash. Julia at Spirit Journeys was extremely helpful giving advice on passport renewal, visa requirements & so much more.

Les Newman (Google Reviewer)

Spirit journeys have helped over...

21-May-2020

Spirit journeys have helped over the last two years ,I wish we had found them earlier . Nothing is too much trouble ,they are smiley ,kind people .

Marina Andrejic (Google Reviewer)

I went with them on...

02-Jul-2021

I went with them on Scotland Whisky tour and I had the best time ever. They are very organized and agency that provides the best services in Scotland

Andrew Machado (Google Reviewer)

Excellent and friendly service from...

28-Oct-2021

Excellent and friendly service from Spirit Journeys, who are one of the few agents in the Highlands capable of quick PCR tests. We were in Scotland to visit family and my parents and I had three separate tests, each of which was sent back within eighteen hours of the samples being taken. The pricing is also excellent (£45) compared to the majority of other providers, which charge a lot more for slower results.

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May 02, 2024 - May 09, 2024

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