Mountain biking in Scotland is as diverse as the scenery, from rolling pine forest trails to lung-busting climbs and amazing descents. For the real off-road enthusiast Scotland is simply as good as it gets.

Scottish mountains may seem like mere hills compared to our trips across the Andes or New Zealand, but the potential for rapidly changing weather demands respect from the most experienced mountain biker and a high altitude bike ride here is a serious proposition during any season. With this in mind, most of our Scottish tours take advantage of the settled periods and long days of late spring/early summer and the warm early autumn of September/October. However, we offer shorter breaks throughout the winter months from our base in Dornie on the West Coast where rides will be at a lower level on Skye,Raasay and Wester Ross.

Our programme offers both challenging and more relaxing tours, but if you fancy fresh air, ever-changing landscapes and the chance to escape the crowds, then Scotland is for you.

For 2009 we offer you a choice of 8 classic trips. The C2C (coast to coast-some say cake to cake!), Skye and Isle of Harris tour and West Coast centre based holiday in Dornie have the most challenging biking, whilst the Distillery tour is a more relaxed version of the C2C! The Hebrides has 3 challenging day rides but has a generally laid-back 'feel' to it, as does the Sutherland and Wester Ross trip, whilst the Orkney Isle’s and Shetland Isle’s trips are aimed at exploring these diverse landscapes by bike.

Accommodation

Our accommodation has been carefully selected over many years to represent the best in each location. We use good quality Hotels and Guest House’s where there’s always a warm welcome. Most also offer very appetising evening meals -perfect if you just want to relax after the days ride!

What’s included .

Trips include accommodation on a twin share basis (single rooms can be arranged), transfers from Inverness, lunches and teashop stops plus any necessary ferry fares between islands .For the Orkney and Shetland Isle's trips we include all historical site entrance fees. A support vehicle is on hand on each trip to carry bags and arrange picnics and other necessary stops.

Your guides

All are based in the Highlands of Scotland and have detailed knowledge of the terrain. Biking with them you can be sure of discovering the best trails on offer for each trip from amazing singletracks to more leisurely scenic routes.

Travel arrangements

For guests arriving by air or rail the start/finish point is Inverness. Here you will find excellent air and rail connections. Please contact us if you require assistance with flights. Guests arriving by car need to contact us to arrange secure parking at Dornie on the West Coast. . For the Hebrides, Orkney and Shetland Isle’s trips it is possible to arrange to fly direct; please contact us to discuss your preferred travel arrangements. For all trips via Inverness airport there is the option to hire a car from www.invernessairportcarhire.co.uk giving the flexibility to extend your stay in Scotland and do a spot of sightseeing.

Got a group of you?

We can offer any Scottish trip/short break to you and your friends exclusively on any date throughout the year providing there is a minimum of 4 guests. Again, contact us to discuss your requirements.

Short Break trips

Need a quick fix of top-notch biking? Then let us take the hassle out of finding it! We have regular 4 night all-inclusive trips based in either Dornie, on the west coast. or the Cairngorms. Trips will include airport transfers to/from Inverness, Hotel and top quality guesthouse accommodation and all meals, guides, bikes and vehicle back up. These trips are available for £479. All you need do is book a return flight to/from Inverness and turn up ready to ride! The first trip will be over Easter Holidays (April 9-13). Thereafter, each trip will be from Thursday evening to Monday throughout the year.

Mega Demo Bike Week

If you are undecided on which new bike to purchase why not join us on April18-25 and ride a different bike every day on the terrain they were designed for? There will epic bikes from Titus, Turner, Yeti, Santa Cruz. and Merida Group size will be limited. Centre based in Dornie.

ORKNEY and SHETLAND ISLES'S

2 great trips to the ORKNEY and SHETLAND Isle’s. Without doubt, these islands will amaze you! Crammed full of ancient sites, teaming with wildlife and surrounded by some of the UK’S best seascapes, what better way to experience them is there than by bike? The riding may be moderate, the scenery certainly isn’t!

SKYE and ISLE of HARRIS

Explore stunning Skye and the Isle of Harris. 6 of the best rides you'll ever do in awesome surroundings! The UK bike press rave about Sligachan on Skye (which is very good) but let us show you something utterly memorable!

Prices and Departure Dates 2009

C2C –Coast to Coast

April 25 to May 2, May 2-9, May 9-16, May 16-23, June 6-13, June 13-20, July 11-18,August15-22, Sept.19-26, Oct3-10 and Oct 10-17 Other dates may be arranged to suit you throughout the year. £679

Lochalsh, Skye and Raasay

Every Saturday from March 21 throughout the year. Hotel £679.B&B £579

Distillery Tour by Bike

June 20-27 and July 4-11 Other dates may be arranged to suit you throughout the year £679

Outer Hebrides

June 20-27 (inc. the longest day) and September 5-12 Other dates may be arranged to suit you throughout the year £729

Skye and Isle of Harris

July 11-18 (Sun to Sun) £729 Other dates may be arranged to suit you throughout the year

Sutherland and Wester Ross

August 22-29 Other dates may be arranged to suit you throughout the year £679

Orkney Isle's

June 28-July 5 Hotel accommodation £789 Other dates may be arranged to suit you throughout the year

Shetland Isle's

July 5-12 £789 Other dates may be arranged to suit you throughout the year.

Mega Demo Week

April 18-25 Hotel B&B £679, Guest House B&B £579,

Supplements: Sole occupancy +£185 on all trips

Bike hire£90 (hardtail),£145(full-suspension)