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4 hours 45 minutes
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Our 16 mile (25 km) long Sky to Sea route takes us to the highest and lowest points of Edinburgh accessible by tarmac on a choice of manual bike or one of our popular pedal assist e-bikes, for a more relaxed experience.
Visit our very own volcano, Arthur's Seat, with its panoramic views across the city, to the golden sandy beaches and sea views at Portobello. We also pay a visit to the Port of Leith, with over 600 years of maritime history, and the Georgian New Town, a UNESCO world heritage site with it's private parks and grand town houses.
Transport to the start of the route is provided free of charge from the city centre, in our custom bike bus. Your tour will end centrally, close to the Waverley Station.
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
Children must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years
Minimum age is 12 years for manual bike and 16 years for e-bike
Wear comfortable casual/leisure clothing and footwear. Dress appropriately according to weather conditions
Physical activity featuring two short/medium climbs uphill which can walked if necessary. Pedal assist bikes available to help uphill and for a more relaxed experience. Recommended for leisure cyclists with moderate fitness.
Subject to weather conditions. If canceled due to inclement weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
All cyclists heights MUST be advised at time of booking
Participants must be comfortable riding a bicycle
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bottled water
Water
Helmet, gloves and rain jacket
Choice of manual or e-bike
Guide
Hotel pick up
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Select a pickup point
Ancient transport route
Edinburgh University and the Old Royal Infirmary Hospital
Our Sky to Sea e-bike tour visits highest and lowest points of Edinburgh accessible on tarmac. From our extinct volcano, Arthur's Seat, to the golden sandy beaches of Portobello and the Port of Leith.
Pickup included
Our Sky to Sea bike tour visits highest and lowest points of Edinburgh accessible on tarmac. From our extinct volcano, Arthur's Seat, to the golden sandy beaches of Portobello and the Port of Leith.
Pickup included
425 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lytrell B,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
Very good tour with amazing views of Edinburgh! I would definitely do this again on a return trip. Tour guide was very knowledgeable.
Delia M,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
Be prepared to enjoy yourself with a knowledgeable and kind guide. Edinburgh is a beautiful city and to see it by bike with a knowledgeable guide was a great way to start my time here. I look forward to returning to some of the places we visited on my tour.
Steven M,
Sep 20, 2025
- Viator
This was a fabulous way to see the city and many of it's sites. Our guide was informative and enthusiastic. He insured we we were safe and provided a perfect introduction to the city! The e bikes were super easy to use! You don't need to be super fit to enjoy this tour.
Leslie C,
Sep 19, 2025
- Viator
We try to book ebike tours in cities we visit. This tour was great. Loved seeing lots of the city. Lots of Cobblestone streets
cynthia k,
Sep 17, 2025
- Viator
We had a great time on this bike tour. Johan was an exceptional guide; he was very accommodating, informative and fun. It was the perfect way to see a lot of great sites of Edinburgh in one enjoyable afternoon.
Operated by The Tartan Bicycle Co