Land Adventures: Edinburgh Bike Tours' Coastal & Bridge Ride

Duration: 5 hours

This 5 hour, 42 km cycle tour starts in the heart of Edinburgh’s port, the vibrant and buzzing Leith on the east coast of Scotland. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants for a pre or post ride snack.

We are heading on a beautiful route out of town to the north west, following the shore line of the Firth of Forth towards the iconic Forth Road and Forth Railway bridges and the picturesque town of South Queensferry. There were ferries at South Queensferry until 1964 when the Forth Road Bridge was opened.

In addition to the bridges we pass by Lauriston Castle, a sensitively restored Edwardian stately home, cycle along the seaside promenade of Crammond, into the Dalmeny Estate and right past Dalmeny House, a gothic mansion set in wooded parkland, housing a collection of 16th to 19th century art.

Enjoy a superb view of the Forth Rail Bridge and one of the best views of Edinburgh as you look back along the waterline. We’ll stop at South Queensferry for a lunch break (not included) then head back to town.

Highlights

Where:

Category: Full day guided tours Start and Finish Place: Our office in Leith Distance: 26 miles / 42 km Terrain: Several hills, we recommend this route for fit and regular cyclists. Traffic: Almost totally off road on cycle paths.

When:

Total time: 5 hours total with stops Start and finish time: 10:00 to 15:00 approx Grade: Challenging

Includes

• Bike included
• Helmet included
• Guide included

Excludes

• Drinks and snacks en route

Important to Know

This route mainly uses cycle paths, and kids who are strong enough (16 years + only) to get there will love the ride. The children must be 16 or over and able to ride for 4 to 5 hours.

We recommend our Family Tour or a Private / Custom tour for families with children under 16 years old. We have a variety of options available. Please ask for details.

Meeting Point

12B Timberbush, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6QF