'A Wee Pedal's' Award-Winning Circular Cycle Tour of Edinburgh!
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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Why book with A wee pedal? We are Visit Scotland's award winning 'Best outdoor experience' praised for high quality guest experience whilst supporting the local community. This cycle tour is unique; a 20 mile carefully planned route, mostly off road, seeing the Edinburgh most visitors miss. We have no need to use vehicles as we start right on the cycle path and are proudly named a zero-carbon company. Groups are kept small for high guest experience and safety and you'll learn about this ancient city whilst having a lot of fun with our qualified and experienced guides. You will start right in the heart of Craigmillar Castle grounds, close to the city centre and easily accessed by foot, bus, taxi or car (there is free on-site parking) E-bikes can be hired at an additional cost of £20pp cash on the day. Please let me know if you would like this option. (If you think you would prefer a shorter tour, please check out our 'family-friendly cycle tour to the coast' 12 miles, 3 hours)
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You must be able to ride a bike confidently for 20 miles.
If you are coming from a Cruise Ship, it's unlikely you will make the start time of 9am. Please contact me direct.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
gloves in winter,
We supply manual bikes, helmets and qualified guide
Coffee and/or Tea
If you require to reserve an e-bike at £20pp - let me know in advance
What To Expect
This unique tour is 20 miles and on mostly traffic free cycle paths. If you require an E-bike at an additional £20pp, please request at time of booking: We will start on a cycle path all the way onto The Union Canal passing canal boats, original 19th Century bridges and rowers out training. We drop down onto a cycle ramp taking us on The Water of Leith. This is a beautiful walkway/cycle path passing under aqueducts, allotments, the rejuvenated Saughton Park with original Bandstand. Passing Scotland's National Rugby Stadium - Murrayfield. We continue towards Dean Village which is a World Heritage site. See Thomas Telfer's bridge and the original Edinburgh School Board house. Leith is now on the horizon and we shall stop for a refreshment right beside the famous harbour. We continue further round heading towards Portobello Beach where you see shall Fife over the Firth of Forth Estuary. Our final landmark is the impressive 1860 built 'Innocent Tunnel' railway path.
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Circular tour of Edinburgh
Duration: 4 hours: We will complete a full circle around Edinburgh city. Canals, aqueducts, railways, gardens, beaches, mountains and tunnels.
Reviews
85 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must do!
June E,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great ride around Edinburgh, nice bikes, great history and perspective on current day life. Highly recommend!!
Great !.
Klaus R,
Apr 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00It's a great experience and absolutly recomendable. For us the most important reason was, to join a small group with maximum 6 persons !
Nice ride
Todd C,
Jul 21, 2024
- Viator
5.00Great way to see off the beaten path parts of Edinburgh. Eat first, bring water, and plan for a beachfront lunch. Easy ride, despite the advertised distance.
Highlight of our trip
Brenda D,
Jun 7, 2024
- Viator
5.00One of the highlights of our trip to Scotland. Jill and Gail were fabulous guides! There is so much more of Edinburgh to see beyond the Royal Mile and cycling is a great way to explore the city
Don’t miss this tour
Donna W,
May 21, 2024
- Viator
5.00Fantastic tracks around Edinburgh. In areas you wouldn’t see if not on The tour. The scenery was great just the right pace. Really interesting places to visit including the beach. Loved this tour our guide Jill was great.
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