Cycling in the Hebrides

Cycling in the Hebrides is a comprehensive guidebook of routes, day rides and suggested island cycle tours throughout the Inner and Outer Hebrides and the Firth of Clyde with ferry schedules and timings. Routes range from rides suitable for a weekend break to a challenging 600 mile tour covering the entire region.

Seasons
the best time to go touring in the Hebrides is between April and October, when the days are longer and the weather is at its best, but even then wet and blustery days are inevitable, so be prepared for them

Centres
Clyde and Kintyre; Colonsay, Islay and Jura; Mull, Coll and Tiree; Skye and Raasay; Barra and the Uists; Harris and Lewis

Difficulty
catering not just for those who are cycle touring but also for those who simply want to get in a few rides while they are on holiday, the rides described in this guidebook range from a 12-mile (19km) day ride to a 600-mile (970km) tour

Must See
covers routes throughout the Inner and Outer Hebridean islands routes for all abilities and levels of fitness: numerous itineraries are possible island hopping in these islands is a magical experience: the guidebook visits over 20, each with its own interesting history, character and wildlife

This guidebook contains 37 day rides and 22 linked cycling routes across Scotland's Inner and Outer Hebrides, with additional routes around Arran, the Clyde and Kintyre. Create the perfect island-hopping itinerary to suit any ability.

The day rides range in length from 19 to 60 km (12 - 70 miles) whilst the long distance touring itineraries cover between 106 and 973 km (66 - 973 km) overall. These long-distance tours are perfect for weekend to fortnightly breaks.

- Includes route itinerary and mapping for the Hebridean Way
- Clear route descriptions with 1:250,000 mapping
- Elevation profiles and difficulty grades
- Advice on how to prepare your bike and what to take
- Facilities guide with information on accommodation and transport