We are proud to offer our 16 day, 1000 mile, classic Lands End to John o’Groats cycle tour. You will receive a fully supported, leisurely approach to this epic journey.

You’ll follow country lanes and national cycle network paths wherever possible, avoiding main roads. We ride at a pace that is well within the reach of a fit and competent cyclist. You’re perfect for our Lands End to John o’Groats tour if you’re a newcomer to cycling or returning after a break, although is still open to everyone.

Our leaders will be on hand to meet you as you arrive in Penzance. Overnight accommodation in Penzance.

60 miles (97km)

A mini bus journey to the start at Lands End. Although it is not particularly long, this first day of the tour is one of the hardest of the entire journey. The Cornish hills are not hugely steep but they are numerous and will test those riders who haven’t put in the training miles.(B, L)

77 miles (124km)

This is a longer stage and again one of the hardest. We will be bowling along the Cornish coastline, passing through Looe and into Plymouth before heading out to Yelverton and ascending onto the rugged splendour of Dartmoor where we will catch sight of Dartmoor Prison and then make our way to our accommodation in Exeter. (B, L)

64 miles (103km)

With relief that two of the toughest days are behind us today finds us cycling through the Devonshire lanes involving some short climbs and quick descents. We will eventually find flatter ground in Somerset, cycling through parts of the beautiful Somerset Levels and staying for the evening in the lovely town of Wells. (B, L)

73 miles (117km)

A huge hill greets us just outside Wells and then some brilliant cycling as we get into our stride over the Mendips and head towards Bristol along flat lanes and cycle paths. Traversing Bristol can be a great fun before we cross the Severn Road Bridge on the dedicated cycle path and make our way into Wales. The afternoon will be spent cycling alongside the course of the River Wye, stopping for an ice cream close to the ruins of Tintern Abbey, on our route to Hereford, where we spend the night. (B, L)

66 miles (106km)

From Hereford will be taking quiet roads and lanes through the Welsh Marches as we wend our way towards our accommodation in Shrewsbury. (B, L)

65 miles (105km)

An easier day’s cycling today on flattish terrain as we head into Lancashire along quiet lanes and lush countryside. Our stop tonight is in Leigh and marks the almost halfway point of the tour. (B, L)

80 miles (129km)

Today comprises some great cycling through quintessential English villages such as Slaidburn and a spectacular ascent along the Skaithe, regularly used by Sir Bradley Wiggins as part of his training regime. The Cross of Greet marks the summit of the Skaithe and from there we have some epic cycling to High Bentham and ultimately Kendal where we stop for the night. (B, L)

70 miles (113km)

Today will involve some more stunning landscapes as we head through the Lake District. We will cycle through Grasmere and Keswick and push onwards to spend the night in Gretna Green. (B, L)

78 miles (126km)

We will be leaving Gretna and pushing on into Scotland along the dedicated cycle path that shadows the motorway. The cycling is relatively easy, later in the day we will be stopping for the evening in Hamilton. (B, L)

69 miles (110km)

Leaving Hamilton we negotiate the traffic-free River Clyde cycleway as we cross Glasgow and head towards Balloch on the banks of Loch Lomond. From Balloch the route follows the western shore of Loch Lomond and on to Crianlarich where we spend the night.. (B, L)

From Crianlarich through Tyndrum today ascending onto Rannoch Moor. Choose a big gear now as we continue through the magnificent Pass of Glencoe then on to Fort William and our stop for the night, Fort Augustus.(B, L)

87 miles (138km)

Now for the best climb of the entire trip the ascent of General Wades Military Road north of Fort Augustus. Passing through Inverness we will cross the Kessock Bridge and then tackle a long and steep climb onto the ‘Struie’. (B, L)

56 miles (89km)

We should be in fine form to cycle through the village of Lairg alongside Loch Shin and ascend to the finest pub in the British Isles, the incomparable Crask Inn for a cup of tea or maybe something a little stronger. From the Crask it’s downhill all the way to Altnaharra. This stretch of cycling is an hour of pure joy, downhill cycling set in the majesty of the far north of Scotland under the shadow of the towering Ben Klibreck. The route then takes us on the single-track road that runs alongside the River Naver, famous for its salmon fishing, before a quiet undulating road brings us to Bettyhill.. (B, L)

50 miles (80km)

The last cycling day! At the start there are a couple of steep hills between Bettyhill and Strathy which will test our weary legs for the final time and nearby Thurso marks the last town of any size. The castle at Mey is the final landmark to look out for and the final few miles to John o’Groats are relatively flat. We should finish in front of the famous signpost at around 2pm. After a champagne celebration a coach will take us back to Inverness in time for a shower and a celebratory meal later in the evening. (B, L)

Final goodbyes as we help with transport to Inverness Airport or Inverness Railway Station as well as assisting with bikes which are being couriered home. (B)