How do I get to the starting point of the bike tour?
A1. In most cases we pick our customers up directly from the address provided during booking. This can be a hotel, B&B, private home or a pre-arranged meeting point within approximately 2 miles (3 km) radius of the Edinburgh city centre.
Occasionally, for larger private tour groups or when our vehicle is full, we may arrange a taxi or make a contribution for customers to travel to the start of the route. Travellers staying outside the city centre can meet the tour either at the start of the route, or be picked up from a convenient central location.
When does my tour end?
Finish times differ between tours *
Please refer to our website for the finishing times provided in the tours itinerary. It’s worth noting these times are approximate, and tours can be delayed due to issues outside of our control.
* With the exception of private tours, where starting/finish times are more flexible.
What clothing should I wear to my tour?
Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for cycling and for the weather conditions. It’s also worth bringing extra clothing in case of a change in temperature. Waterproof saddle bags are provided on request to carry additional gear.
How many people will be taking part in the tour?
With the exception of private tours, our minimum group size is 2 persons, with a maximum group size of 10 persons per scheduled tour. Typically expect a group of 5 to 8 persons joining a scheduled city tour during the high season.
Due to the capacity of our vehicle, we have a maximum capacity of 7 persons for Freedom and Bridges tours.
How much cycling experience and fitness do I need to take a tour?
We plan our routes very carefully to make our tours as safe and traffic free as possible. This said, we assume everyone booking a tour is comfortable riding a bicycle and has good road sense. Instructions on how to use our bikes and a safety briefing are given by your guide prior to your tour.
Much of Scotland is made up of hills and mountains, therefore all of our tours do feature the occasional uphill climb. For regular commuters and more experienced cyclists these climbs may not pose too much of a problem. For occasional cyclists or travellers looking for a more relaxed experience, we recommend opting for one of our popular ebikes (electric pedal assist bicycles).
Is there a lunch stop during our tour?
Lunch stops can be arranged for full day tours and private tours. Time permitting, light refreshment stops can often be made during half day tours, if agreeable with other members of the group. Please bring snacks for consumption during your tour. Water is provided.
What happens in the case of bad weather?
Edinburgh has a temperate changeable climate. Typical summer daytime temperatures range between 17°C (66°F) and 22°C (74°F), with winter temperatures ranging between 2°C (32°F) and 10°C (52°F). Expect rain at any time.
However normally this arrives in the form of a shower. In the case of a weather warning being issued by the MET office, we will automatically cancel a tour, offering either a full refund or a rescheduled tour. This also applies if we decide that weather conditions are not safe to ride in. Examples of bad weather include heavy persistent rain, high winds, ice and snow.
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