Southern Upland C2C

This challenging coast to coast mountain biking adventure is a pioneering route across one of the widest and wildest parts of Scotland following the scenic Southern Upland Way. The trip involves an adventurous C2C traverse of the Southern Uplands through stunning, remote wilderness. The journey starts at Portpatrick on the Irish Sea coast and ends in Dunbar overlooking the North Sea, almost 250 miles away! This long distance mountain bike route, along the path of the Southern Upland Way is steeped in fascinating history and is a totally unique, once in a lifetime experience.

Route details at a glance:

• 6 days' riding & 7 nights' accommodation 
• Portpatrick to Dunbar
• Distance - 400 km or 247 miles
• Average daily distance = 65km or 41 miles
• Over 5000 metres of climbing and descending
• Over 80% off-road

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What people have said:

" We really had the most amazing time with you in Scotland Pete and you, as our guide, exceeded all expectations. Truly! The attention to details, the excellent maps, itineraries and accommodations - it was all just perfect."

Nina - New York - Southern Upland C2C

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Best for:

The sheer variety of trails and scenery whilst crossing Scotland's widest point

Why not try:

- Fitting in a visit to Drumlanrig Castle for a visit to the birthplace of the pedal bicycle

- Visiting Edinburgh for a day or two at the end of your trip

Price per person:

* Trips will only be guaranteed to run when a minimum of 2 people have confirmed bookings. If you are booking just for yourself, please contact us to confirm the trip is running*

Bunkhouse: Hostel or bunkhouse accommodation in great locations... more>>>

B & B: Bed and breakfast, guesthouse or comfortable hotel accommodation... more>>>

Luxury: The sky's the limit! Choose from boutique hotels, spa hotels... more>>>

For groups of two or more we can organise the Southern Upland C2C on any dates throughout the year, please contact us with the dates you have in mind.

For individuals please contact us to find out about places on the next available trip

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