QUICK DETAILS
Availability: mid-March to mid-October, 7 days per week
Start times: Pick up from accommodation at 9:00am
Duration: Approximately 8 hours (includes return transport)
Difficulty: 3/5
Tour Type: Scheduled self-guided
Bike Options: Manual bike only
Union canal Bicycle Tour
The Union Canal was opened in 1822 and was originally used in the transportation of coal to Edinburgh using horse drawn barges. The canal is now used for leisure activities. The towpath provides a perfect cycle route as it meanders through the West Lothian countryside, passing the historic town of Linlithgow, home to Linlithgow Palace and birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. The canal is also home to the world-famous Falkirk Wheel, a unique piece of modern engineering, as well as several magnificent aqueducts and tunnels. This flat, traffic free tour is the perfect relaxing day in the saddle.
Union Canal Self-Guided Bike Tour Prices:
Hybrid Bike – £80 per person for 2 + persons
Hybrid Bike – £130 for single person*
*Our single person price includes a supplement for fuel costs. This will be reduced on the day if there are more people on the tour.
Union Canal bike tour price includes satellite navigation, support, bike and helmet rental and return transport to Edinburgh accommodation. All prices are inclusive of VAT – please see full Terms and Conditions
*Single person prices include a small supplement for fuel costs. This will be reduced on the day if there are more people on the tour.
Tour Details
When to go:
Tours run throughout the year. Please see calendar at bottom of page for availability.
Terrain:
Flat, tarmac along shared canal towpath.
Distance:
Approximately 32 miles (52 kilometres).
Time:
Including pick up and drop off approximately 8 hours (full day).
Suitability:
Leisure cyclists with moderate level of fitness.
Highlights:
Falkirk Wheel, The Falkirk Tunnel, Avon, Almond and Slateford Aqueducts, Linlithgow Union Canal visitor centre, Linlithgow Palace, Ratho and Fountain Bridge.
Schedule/Itinerary
09:00 – Pick up from Edinburgh accommodation, drive to Falkirk via Kelpies. See Falkirk Wheel in operation
10:45 to 12:15 – Cycle to Linlithgow
12:15 to 13:45 – Visit Linlithgow Palace and lunch in Linlithgow
13:45 to 16:30 – Cycle to Edinburgh
16:30 – Return to accommodation
Dates in RED are fully booked
Dates in GREEN are available for a specific tour only
All other dates are FREE for any tour you like
Booking is easy – call 0044(0)7973940924 or submit the form below, we will normally respond to your enquiry within 24 hours. We accept payments by www.paypal.com to info@tartanbiketours.com or most major credit and debit cards.