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Coast to Coast Scotland

Riders at the finish of the "Coast to Coast Scotland" route

Annan to Edinburgh 125 miles

Southern Scotland - over 3 days

Introducing the latest coast to coast Scotland route, which allows you to explore the scenic Scottish borders by bike, making your way to Scotland’s capital Edinburgh, and then finishing at the iconic Forth Bridge. This signed "Coast to Coast Scotland" route has everything from the rolling hills of Dumfriesshire, the classic climb named Devils Beef Tub, to the coastal Portobello Promenade.

Our tours see this ride completed over 3 days of cycling, which makes for the perfect combination of challenge and time to explore the sights. As we start and finish just outside of Edinburgh, this ride fits in perfectly with extra days, before or after, exploring the stunning Scottish capital.

Access by road, train and flights into the city’s airport, makes this tour achievable from all over the UK and further afield.

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125 miles
Distance
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6033 ft
Elevation

The 125 mile route is a perfect combination of scenic roads, and traffic-free cycleways making it ideal for road or hybrid bikes, along with their sister e-bike versions.

To make the most of the weekend we start our tour on Thursday evening with a night of accommodation in the shadow of the Forth Bridge at Queensferry South, transferring to the start Friday morning. After 3 days in the saddle, you will find yourself back at the Forth Bridge on Sunday afternoon, where you can jump into your car, or onto the train to explore the city or start your homeward journey.

Scottish C2C Packages

Select Your Package Level

Bronze

£250

per person

- Daily baggage transfers
- Rider & bike transfer at the start
- Scheduled dates
- Emergency mechanical breakdown support
- The Coast to Coast - Scotland GPX
- CycleActive water bottle

- Detailed travel documents in our app

Wanting to book your own accommodation? Then this is the package for you.
Contact us for details
Transfers to Annan from Edinburgh on the first day of cycling

Full payment required

Silver

£405

per person

- Daily baggage transfers
- Rider & bike transfer at the start
- Scheduled dates
- Emergency mechanical breakdown support
- The Coast to Coast - Scotland GPX

- 3 nights B&B accommodation
- CycleActive water bottle
- Detailed travel documents in our app

£200 deposit with the final balance due 30 days before the tour date

Gold

£445

per person

- Daily baggage transfers
- Rider & bike transfer at the start
- Scheduled dates
- Emergency mechanical breakdown support
- The Coast to Coast - Scotland GPX

- 3 nights B&B accommodation
- Detailed travel documents in our app

- Coast to Coast paper maps
- Veloforte Energy Pack - 19 items
- CycleActive water bottles - 2 items

£200 deposit with the final balance due 30 days before the tour date

Scottish C2C dates

2026 Trip Dates

All dates have availability (unless stated)

Duration

Thursday Evening - Sunday

28 - 31 May 2026

25 - 28 June 2026

03 - 06 September 2026

Scottish C2C information, Extras
Cycling Support

This trip is self-guided with emergency mechanical breakdown support.

We provide contact details, which you can use in an emergency. Please note mechanical bike support is provided by our luggage vehicle which is unable to transport people.

Riders who can’t complete the days ride will require a taxi at an additional cost.

Optional extras

Single room guarantee

£145

3 nights
There is no supplement for solo travellers who are willing to share a twin-bedded room with the same gender.

CycleActive will confirm the tour once the second person for the shared room has booked.

Navigation

£30

Scottish C2C maps: £30
GPX files for your GPS: Included
Google Maps link for your phone: Included

Extra night at the end

From £170

£170 - £230 Double / twin room (2 people)
£170 - £230 Single occupancy in a double / twin room

Contact us after booking online if you require an extra night at the end (Can't be added during online booking)

Rental bikes

Hybrid bike rental

£135
Hybrid bike rental

Trek
FX 3 Disc Equipped (Or similar)

Gravel bike rental

£165
Gravel bike rental

Specialized
Diverge Elite E5 (Or similar)

Electric bike rental

£195
Electric bike rental

Specialized VADO SL 4.0
320Wh + 160Wh range extender
240W/35Nm, 18kg

Trek FX+7
360Wh + 160Wh range extender
250Wh/50Nm, 19Kg

Lightweight E-Bikes enhance bike agility and offer a more natural riding feel, providing the keen cyclist who needs a boost with subtle assistance from the mid-motor that doesn't compromise the traditional cycling experience. Unlike full-fat 85Nm 29Kg E-Bikes which are designed for maximum power and acceleration, these lightweights are enjoyable to ride even above motor-assisted speeds (25kph), with three power settings available for the climbs. These lightweight E-Bikes can be ridden on flat terrain with or without power assistance.

All rental bikes include a kit bag with pump, inner tube, multi-tool, bottle cage and lock

Helmet rental:

£5
Trip information

Duration

4 days - Thursday evening to Sunday
(3 days of riding)

The biking

3 days, place-to-place
Self-guided
Tour group size 8 - 30
Fitness grade 2/3

Private, Corporate & Charity Groups

Bespoke dates can be added on request for group

Build a package around your needs.

Location

The "Coast to Coast Scotland" trip starts and finishes in Queensferry

Secure a booking

- £200 deposit + extras - Greater than 30 days before the tour departure date
- Final balance due - 30 days before the tour departure date
- Full Amount - Less than 30 days before the tour departure date

Terms & conditions

The bit people ask about:

Cancellation by you:
- Unconfirmed tour - Full Refund / move tour date
- Confirmed tour date > 30 days prior - Deposit only as a cancellation fee
- Less than 30 days to departure - 100% as the cancellation fee

Cancellation by CycleActive - you will be offered an alternative / full refund.

Travel insurance
From £21

With extensive COVID-19 cover

- Book direct with Campbell Irvine
- CycleActive is an affiliate

Travel insurance

To find out more about the "Coast to Coast Scotland" cycling holiday please read the full itinerary, or call our tour designers and chat through your questions in person.