Castle Crusade on two wheels

Self-guided: 8 days/7 nights

A tour from Highland Perthshire through the Angus Glens and the Kingdom of Fife. Major attractions are the famous Castle of Glamis (childhood home of the Queen Mother), Scone Palace the crowning point of all Scottish Kings and Queens , Falkland Palace , St Andrews the home of Golf and Blair Castle. Along with this the chance to visit a few whisky distilleries. A tour of great scenery, culture and history.

The Tour

Day 1: Individual arrival in Pitlochry

Day 2: Pitlochry to Alyth 28/35 miles (45/56km)
After spending some time in Pitlochry, see the Fish and Dam Ladder, the famous outdoor theatre, the Bells distillery or Edradour (Scotland’s smallest distillery). Cycle east up the gentle climb out of the town. Eventually the climb becomes worthwhile with a scenic eight mile descent. A longer option takes you across too one of the stunning Angus Glens where time seems to stand still and with the Grampians behind you each corner will provide a new visual delight.

Day 3: Alyth Loop to Glamis Castle 27 miles (45 km)
Following the lower farm lands as you cycle east with the Grampian mountains providing a wonderful northern scenic splendor. Visit Glamis castle which is everything a castle should be. It was the setting of Shakespeare’s Macbeth and also the birth place of HM the Queen Mother. Once your visit is complete make your way north and finally west towards Alyth with stunning views of the Grampian mountains on your shoulder.

Day 4: Alyth to St Michaels 33 miles (53 km)
Leaving Alyth you cycle south along the undulating lanes, eventually approaching the River Tay and Dundee. Visit the Discovery Centre before continuing across the Tay Bridge.

Day 5: St Michaels Loop to St Andrews 11 miles 17km
A short cycle ride today will take you to St Andrews a historic gem. The Priory, castle, many quaint cobbled streets, sea life centre, lovely coastal walks and not forgetting those golf courses.

Day 6: St Andrews to Perth 25/40 miles ( 40/64km)
Today your cycle tour continues along the shores of the River Tay, mainly using part of the National Cycle Network to Perth. Along this route you can detour to Falkland Palace once a Royal residence and wonder at the fantastic architecture and internal decorations. The Palace also has some wonderful gardens. Check into your accommodation and explore the wonderful City of Perth.

Day 7: Perth Various miles
If you have selected the 6 night tour today will shall depart.  On the 7 night cycle tour a day to relax around the city with many non cycling activities to occupy you or cycle out to Scone Palace. Scone Palace is full of treasures and a must for those interested in Scottish History. The palace is the crowning point of all past Scottish Kings and Queens and the famous Stone of Destiny which was once in the gardens, has now been returned to Scotland after the devolution of Scotland from England.

Day 8: End of trip or extension of stay in Scotland
Your tour is complete after breakfast.
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