Take in the beauty and stillness of the Highlands, watch ancient castles pass you by as you tackle winding roads that run alongside pristine lochs, and witness breathtaking coastal routes that run through remote areas of the very far north of the British Isles. This 9 day trip is the very best that Scotland has to offer.....
* Whilst you are welcome to use your own motorcycle and equipment, we can recommend local, reliable rental companies that have a wide range of motorcycles for you to choose from and which can be booked quickly and easily!
~ 2200 KM
9 DAYS/ 8 NIGHTS
21st MAY - 29th MAY 2026
Majestic SCOTLAND
Overview
If you're looking for something truly remote from the UK, to really get out into the wilderness and see the untamed nature of the British Isles at its best, this tour of Scotland will take you to those regions. But it will also show you the history and culture that has been developed over millennia, with castles and palaces, quaint villages and engineering wonders of old and new.
The 9-day tour starts and finishes in the Lake District of England, just a little south of the border with Scotland. On it, we ride a route up the western regions of mainland Scotland and then back south through the more easterly regions. The days are filled with wonderful routes through varying landscapes and whilst doing so, you will ride through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, the Cairngorms National Park, and along sections of the famous NC500. There will also be a couple of rest/ ride out days to spend a little time exploring- take a tour of a whisky distillery whilst in Fort William perhaps, wander round the old town and medieval castle of Stirling, or head out for a ride to St Andrews on the eastern coast. A mid-length tour, fantastic for all riders!
Prices (per person)
£3465
£2650
£2650
We congregate at our hotel and have a introductory session on the up coming tour and getting to know each other.
We leave Windermere and take a scenic route north through the Lake District. Emerging from the mountains, we cross into Scotland near Gretna Green and then turn westwards towards Dumfries and head up through Galoway Forest Park before arriving into Ayr for the evening.
Our morning ride takes us up the coastline of Ayrshire and towards Glasgow. Before getting to the city, we turn off and continue northwards towards the mountains and Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Having stopped at Tyndrum, we then continue on the route towards Glen Coe with lovely far reaching, magnificent views of the surrounding mountain ranges. Dropping down out of the mountain route, we finish off with another coastal route into our accommodation.
Take it easy in Fort William a few kilometres down the road, maybe go to visit the Whiskey Distillery for a tour and tasting. Or head out for a ride and take in some more of the wonderful surroundings of western Scotland and maybe a look at the Glenfinnan Viaduct!
This is a big riding day and we are up and out early!! The first part of our day takes us on a lovely route past numerous lochs and mountains whilst following a route towards the Isle of Skye. However, before we get there, we turn northwards and pick up a beautiful, quiet route on smaller roads that takes us through some truly wild areas, sometimes climbing up to some high points with wonderful views, and at other times riding right next to the shore line. We pull into Ullapool later on in the afternoon ready for some rest and a wander round this small seaside town.
Continuing on remote roads with few settlements, we spend the morning following sections of the NC500 all the way to the northern coast of Scotland and along to Tongue for a stop in this quaint little village. We then start the journey back south via an inland route to Lairg, onwards to Dingwall and eventually into Inverness for the evening.
Now firmly on the route south, we pass through the Cairngorms National Park, and hopefully (weather permitting), get some lovely views of the rolling mountains of the region. We take the opportunity to stop by a very unusual Scottish castle mid-way through the day before continuing on through the hills and into Stirling for the evening.
Spend a little time exploring Stirling- the medieval, old capital of Scotland with its dominant castle and Wallace monument. Alternatively, head out for a circular ride to the east where you will visit St Andrews- the home of golf and Scotland's most prestigious university, or take a ride to Edinburgh and spend a few hours taking in the sights of this incredible city.
Heading back down through the Borders region of Scotland, our final day of the tour takes us through some rolling countryside before passing Hawick and crossing the border back into England. We take a small detour into the North Pennines National Landscape and a final road through some of the very best scenery of the Lake District to finish our tour and say our farewells... until the next time!
* Please note that distances are approximate and locations of accommodation may be in the vicinity of the named town and not necessarily centrally located
What's included
Experienced tour guide on-hand for full duration of the tour
8 nights accommodation
Breakfasts and mid-morning coffee-stop refreshments
Comprehensive tour booklet with day-by-day itinerary and key information
GPX files for each day of the tour, showing detailed route, stops and other helpful info
What's not included
Other food/drink not specifically detailed
Admission to sites /attractions /exhibitions
Fuel and tolls, Insurances and Breakdown coverage
Travel to and from the start/end location or other travel within the tour other than that specified
Motorcycle rental
FAQs
This tour is for anyone interested in spending a little more time exploring the delights of the UK's most northerly country- form the majestic mountains and hills, to the small, sleepy villages dotted intermittently along the remote northwestern coastal route . It is one of our mid-length tours and therefore may appeal to those with a little more than a week to explore, or those who want to tag a motorcycle tour onto a bigger trip, but is of course open to all!
This tour is for all- the routes and the distances generally manageable for all riders!
All routes are paved and generally of very good quality. In terms of the type road size, we mostly avoid motorways (M-Roads) unless we need to make a quick path through an area to get to the more scenic and enjoyable A and B roads, which make up the overwhelming majority of the route.
Although we can never predict the weather, as our tour takes place in the summertime, the conditions are typically warmer and more suitable for riding. However, rain is always a possibility at any time of the year so suitable wet weather gear is highly advised. Self guided and other tours will need receive further planning consultation if they are taking place outside of the main summer season.
We generally stop in local cafes for both mid-morning break and lunch where coffee, soft drinks, cakes, snacks, sandwiches, paninis etc and sometimes hot food will be available. In the afternoon, we typically stop at points of interest or special sights for a shorter amount of time and food/ drink may not always be available.
We stop for mid-morning coffee, lunch, and then again in the mid afternoon. Breaks are typically every 1-2 hours- enough time to enjoy some wonderful roads and delightful scenery and then chat about them with the group!
The tour does involve some walking at some of the stops to make it to the scenic spots and explore the area. In addition, we cannot guarantee access will be available for those with reduced mobility in all places, so we would advise against joining this tour if you don't feel comfortable with such activities.