Cycling Tours,River Cruising
With the Flying Dutchman they visit some of the most spectacular places in Scotland on this bike and boat trip. Starting from Oban, the tour takes you to the Isle of Mull, which is one of the most scenically impressive areas of Scotland and is still largely untouched by tourism. Cycling on the Isle of Jura is also one of the highlights of the tour. This Island is known for its rich population of Red Deer and the Distillery of the same name produces a world famous Whiskey. Enjoy the wild nature of Scotland with its intense colours and great biodiversity. In the evening, treat yourself to a glass of Whiskey in a pub and listen to the sound of Scottish music that you will encounter everywhere. On your crossings, keep an eye out for Dolphins and Seals and let the impressive landscape pass you by. Tour Profile Level 2-3: Bike tours through hilly terrain with longer climbs up to a maximum of 210 metres in elevation. All tours, including the elevation gain, can be easily managed with electronic assistance. Mostly on paved, low traffic roads, occasionally on unpaved gravel or forest trails. Suitable for cyclists who ride regularly and are comfortable with changing trail conditions.
Individual flight to Edinburgh or Glasgow Airport and from there either take the Train or Bus to Oban. Your cabins on the Flying Dutchman are ready for check-in at 18:00pm. Should you arrive earlier, your luggage can be stored onboard until check-in time. You are also welcomed to use our fee based transfer service leaving at 15:30pm from the Train Station in Edinburgh and at 16:00pm from the Edinburgh Airport. During a late dinner, you get to know your crew and tour guides.
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After breakfast, you will fit your bikes and then embark on the first bike ride of the trip. This takes you in a southerly direction out of Oban through hilly landscapes and along a small highland lake back to the sea. Across a lonely peninsula, you will finally reach a ferry, which you will cross over to the Island of Luing. Here, cycle to Tobernochy where the Flying Dutchman is already waiting for you to leave for Crinan. Meals: Breakfast
After a short crossing to Crinan, we start the day on two wheels. First we cycle along the Crinan Canal, leading from Crinan to Lochgilphead. It spared smaller ships the long sail around the Kintyre Peninsula. Afterwards, we head South over the peninsula, most commonly known from the Paul McCartney song. After a scenic cycling tour, we finally reach the deeply cut, Loch Caolisport and cross over to the Island of Jura. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, we cycle Northwards on the Isle of Jura. The renowned author, George Orwell, spent the last three years of his life here and described it as the most unattainable place on earth. Enjoy the tranquillity of the Island, which is only occasionally disturbed by one of the 5,000 Deer that live there. Passing the so called Paps of Jura, we arrive at a small dock where the Flying Dutchman takes us to the Island of Mull. On the way, we pass the swirling waters of Corryvreckan, which is one of the largest natural whirlpools in the world, but do not fear, our experienced crew will guide us safely to a quiet bay on the Island of Mull for the night. Meals: Breakfast
Today’s bike tour is all about the impressive nature of Scotland. The route takes you through hilly terrain and along the coast, which you will have to share almost exclusively with Sheep and the shaggy Highland Cattle. Along a varied coastal road you cycle past Loch Na'Keal to Salen. At the quiet Salen Pier where you spend the night and with a little luck you can experience a beautiful sunset. Meals: Breakfast
Today, you can expect some elevation gain as you explore the Northern part of the Island of Mull by bike. As a reward, a cosy tearoom grants a welcome breather before the bright white beach of Calgary Bay beckons with its crystal clear water. The way back takes you through hilly country with some steeper climbs to the Island’s main Town Tobermory. Meals: Breakfast
Today’s bike tour takes you once again out of Tobermory to Glengorm Castle, which is located in an exposed position in the North of the Island of Mull. The Manor House, from the 19th Century, offers an impressive sight and in the cosy tearoom you can strengthen yourself for the return trip to Tobermory. Afterwards, it’s time to cast off for the last time and the Flying Dutchman will take you through the Sound of Mull back to Oban. Before dinner you have the opportunity to have a look around Oban. The Mc Caig’s Tower, a never finished replica of the Colosseum in Rome is a worthwhile sightseeing destination. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, individually transfer from Oban to Edinburgh Airport for your onward journey or return home. A group transfer to the airport is offered at an additional fee. Meals: Breakfast
River Cruise Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (rr)
