north coast 500 cycling route

North Coast 500

An incredible road biking holiday on the north coast of Scotland from Inverness
Overview
  • 1 - Flat as a pancake
  • 2 - Flat with some lumpy bits
  • 3 - Gently undulating
  • 4 - Undulating, some bigger hills
  • 5 - Rolling hills
  • 6 - Hilly but not too steep
  • 7 - Hilly with some steep climbs
  • 8 - Very hilly up to 25% climbs
  • 1 - Very little biking but keen to try 
  • 2 - Cycle a couple of times a week, a few hours per day on flat terrain
  • 3 - Can easily cycle half a day on more hilly terrain 
  • 4 - Can ride for up to 5 hours per day, gently undulating terrain
  • 5 - Can ride for 6 hours per day, some short, steep climbs
  • 6 - Can ride for 7 hours per day on hilly terrain
  • 7 - Comfortable biking for 8 hours per day including long, steep climbs
  • 8 - Cycle several times per week, can ride up to 10 hours per day, steep, physically demanding trails
Total Distance
804 km (500 miles)
Number of days cycling
5 to 8 days
Elevation
10,400 metres of climbing!
Summary

The North Coast 500 has become an iconic driving route through stunning Scottish coastal scenery. We've adapted the infamous driving tour into a fantastic biking holiday, avoiding the busier roads making this amazing road biking holiday one to truly remember. Explore the majesty of the dramatic Torridon mountains, gorgeous lochs and glens and breathtaking vistas. This cycling holiday is truly spectacular! 

You will see the rugged mountains of the wonderful West coast, the sweeping beaches along the North coast and the secluded glens and big skies of the east. You start and finish in Inverness, the lovely highland capital - a great place to relax and recover after your adventure. Contact us to plan your once in a lifetime Scottish cycling holiday!

Map

Track

Highlights
Visiting Inverness Castle, overlooking the glittering River Ness
Scaling the dizzy heights of Bealach Na Ba - a 650 metre switchback road climb
Cycling along the shore of Loch Torridon, with the dramatic Torridon mountains to the north
Visiting some of the numerous white sand beaches scattered along the north-west coast of Scotland
The sheer, remote beauty of the North West of Scotland
What's included
5 to 8 days of brilliant road biking around the north coast of Scotland
6 to 9 nights of hand-picked, quality accommodation to suit every budget
Transfers can be arranged from local public transport links but an additional cost may apply. Contact us for more details
All baggage transfers between accommodation
Official map of the route and accurate gpx files (specific to your type of bike)
Dedicated vehicle back up for fully supported trips
Detailed list of bike shops and a comprehensive route information pack
Phone support from our experienced team
Bike hire available as an additional extra
Availability
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Your road biking holiday can be organised on any dates between April and September for groups of two or more people. Choose your preferred dates and contact us to start planning your Scottish cycling holiday now. Please note we use the best accommodation available on this route, so no luxury upgrades are available (apart from in Inverness).

Trip options
5 days / 6 nights (per person)
Number of days cycling
5
Average daily distance
160 km (99 miles)
Fitness
8
6 days / 7 nights (per person)
Number of days cycling
6
Average daily distance
134 km (83 miles)
Fitness
8
7 days / 8 nights (per person)
Number of days cycling
7
Average daily distance
114 km (71 miles)
Fitness
8
8 days / 9 nights (per person)
Number of days cycling
8
Average daily distance
100 km (62 miles)
Fitness
7
Prices
5 days / 6 nights (per person)
Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
£950
Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
£1250
Luxury - 4 people
Inverness only from £30/night
Luxury - 2 people
Inverness only from £30/night
6 days / 7 nights (per person)
Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
£1070
Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
£1380
Luxury - 4 people
Inverness only from £30/night
Luxury - 2 people
Inverness only from £30/night
7 days / 8 nights (per person)
Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
£1200
Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
£1580
Luxury - 4 people
Inverness only from £30/night
Luxury - 2 people
Inverness only from £30/night
8 days / 9 nights (per person)
Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
£1360
Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
£1730
Luxury - 4 people
Inverness only from £30/night
Luxury - 2 people
Inverness only from £30/night
  • We can accommodate groups of any size. If you have a group of 3 people or more than 8 people please contact us for the best price.
  • We use fantastic, tried and tested accommodation but more luxurious upgrades are available in some locations for a supplement
  • Single occupancy rooms are available for a supplement
  • Bunkhouse options are available in some locations if you wish to reduce the price
  • We can add or remove extra accommodation, change transport arrangements or add any other extras you might need 
Example itinerary
North Coast 500 Details.pdf
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