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Scottish Cycle Holiday

Southern Upland Way

CYCLE HOLIDAY ESSENTIALS

No of Days Riding

3-7 Days

Ride Options

Self Guided
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Type of Ride

MTB

Technical Difficulty

Challenging

Fitness Level

Good

Total Distance

214 Miles/344 Kms

Total Ascent

6700m

Full Itinerary PDF

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HOLIDAY OVERVIEW

UPDATE FEB 2022 – DUE TO THE STORM DAMAGE OF STORM ARWEN (NOV 21) THIS ROUTE IS CURRENTLY UNRIDEABLE IN ITS CURRENT FORM

The Southern Upland Way is a spectacular long distance cycling route linking the west and east coasts of Scotland, crossing the remote hills of the Scottish Borderlands.

Starting from Portpatrick, on the Irish Sea, the Way travels 214 miles (344 km) through the border regions of Scotland to finish in Cockburnspath, on the North Sea. The rugged coastlines are linked via a hilly landscape sculpted by thousands of years of glacial activity.

The rolling hills and rocky outcrops make a great challenge for riders, with plenty of climbing to test the legs and deliver some incredible views.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

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Self Guided or Fully Supported Holiday

Self Guided – This is normally a “self guided” trip, you will be supplied with maps, route notes and gpx files along with information about the route and accommodations.  We are however only a phone call away and can arrange assistance should you require it, normal response time is 1 – 4 hours

Full supported  – throughout your trip, our fully trained tour guide will meet you at various points along the route to ensure everyone is okay, supply you with light refreshments and water, they will also carry a stock of spare parts for your bike as well as a spare bike in case of total breakdown.

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Transport

Depending upon where you spend your first night, we can put you up in either at the start or the finish or your route or even somewhere in between. We will supply you with transport to the start of the route or from the end of the route back to your vehicle, train station or airport.
We can also collect you from your home location, transfer you to the start and take you back from the finish to home, this is very popular with larger groups and can work out quite cost effective.
We operate three fully licenced 8 seater minibuses and cycle trailers so that your ride across is in comfort.
Bikes are stored individually and packed out with high density foam where necessary.
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Accommodation

We only use good quality, cycle friendly, accommodation that is on, or close to the cycle route, generally guest houses, small hotels or inns. All accommodation is on a Bed & Breakfast basis with a full cooked breakfast and vegetarian options always available. We also try and ensure that there is always somewhere close by to have a decent evening meal and some light refreshments. Prices are based on twin or double room occupancy, with single room options available (may be subject to an additional charge).
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Route Maps, Route Notes, GPX Files

You will be given a copy of the relevant cycle route maps to use throughout the ride along with general information about the route, detailed maps of where your accommodation is each night, a list of cycle repair shops along the route along with other emergency contact numbers in case of any major or minor mishaps. (One pack/two riders)

We will also send you out a recommended list of what we believe you will require for your ride. We now also have gpx/strava files that are available should you have a garmin type navigator.

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Emergency Recovery

If you do have a disaster and are totally stuck, either physically, mentally or mechanically, then we offer an emergency recovery service (up to 4 hour response) to get you off the route and to safety. May be chargeable depending upon circumstances.
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Certificate of Completion

We all like a “trophy” to prove that we’ve done something! At Pedal Power we will give everyone who completes the ride a signed and dated Certificate of Completion to prove to those doubters back at home that you did do it.
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Baggage transfers

We will pick-up your baggage each day (1 bag per person, up to 15kg) label it and transfer it on to your next nights accommodation. If you have additional bags that you require transferred or bags that you want stored we can happily do that for you as well, additional baggage may be chargeable.

MAP & LOCATION

Itinerary

Suggested  itinerary (West to East).

Day 1 – Arrive Portpatrick

 

Please remember this is your holiday, we can tailor any package to fit your requirements, number of nights and agenda.

DATES & PRICES

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Generally our package deals are “bespoke” to the individuals, however please find detailed below some of our more standard requests, though we can tailor any package to your requirements:

No of Riders No of Nights No of Days Riding Standard (Guest House) Package Price Luxury (Hotel) Package Price
2 Riders  3  3  £475  £595
Up to 4 Riders  3  3   £425  £545
 5 + Riders  3  3   £405  £525
 2 Riders  4  4   £545  £705
Up to 4 Riders  4  4   £495  £655
 5 + Riders  4  4   £475  £635
 2 Riders  5  5   £625  £825
Up to 4 Riders  5  5   £575  £775
 5 + Riders  5  5   £555  £735
 Single room  £40.00/night  £50.00/night
 Solo Rider supplement  + 50%  + 50%
 Cycle Hire – Giant Escape or Giant Alight Hybrid – up to 3 days   £85.00  £85.00
 Additional days + £20.00/day  + £20.00/day
 Electric Bike Hire – up to 3 days  £150.00  £150.00
 Additional days  + £40.00/day  + £40.00/day

 

– Prices are for guidance only, there may be seasonal or regional variations based on travel dates and accommodation availability, any variations will be confirmed at time of booking.

– Prices are per person and are based on 2 people sharing a twin or double ensuite room on a B&B basis and includes baggage transfers, maps, route notes, emergency recovery and transfers.

– Our luxury package is often only available as a double room option, please ask if you require twin rooms.

– Additional nights before or after, or stop overs during your trip can be added.

– PLEASE NOTE: We can tailor any package to fit your specific requirements, just let us know what you require.

ices are for guidance only, there may be seasonal or regional variations based on travel dates and accommodation availability, any variations will be confirmed at time of booking.

– Prices are for guidance only, there may be seasonal or regional variations based on travel dates and accommodation availability, any variations will be confirmed at time of booking.

– Prices are per person and are based on 2 people sharing a twin or double ensuite room on a B&B basis and includes baggage transfers, maps, route notes, emergency recovery and transfers.

– Our luxury package is often only available as a double room option, please ask if you require twin rooms.

– Additional nights before or after, or stop overs during your trip can be added, price dependant on availability.

– PLEASE NOTE: We can tailor any package to fit your specific requirements, just let us know what you require.

We do offer discounts for family groups with younger children where they are sharing a family room – just contact us to find out more!

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