Scotland · BIKE TOURS IN EDINBURGH
Good bike tours in Edinburgh fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 11 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Cycle from Edinburgh’s hills to its beaches and port on a guided manual or e-bike tour with pickup, local insight, and scenic trails.
“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.”
Cycle beyond Edinburgh’s Old Town to Arthur’s Seat, Duddingston, secret gardens, and the Innocent Railway Path on a lively three-hour tour.
“We had a fantastic time on this tour and highly recommend it. We saw parts of Edinburgh that we didn’t know existed and our guide was superb in his commentary keeping it informative and fun. We hired the e bikes and pleased that we did. Edinburgh is quite hilly and the e bikes made everything easy.”
See Edinburgh by e-bike or bicycle, from Union Canal and Arthur’s Seat to Portobello Beach and Leith, with local guides and a small group.
“Stuart was essential to having fun during our adventure e-bike tour!! We loved everything about the biking tour, from the Meadow, Alexander's Seat (seeing deer), to the beach (which we love!) and all around Edinburgh! We learned a great deal while burning off calories and riding through Scotland's most beautiful places!!”
Cycle from central Edinburgh to Portobello and back, using quiet paths, with local stories, quality bikes, and a standard or e-bike option.
“I highly recommend this trip. Our guide was friendly and very informative. Thanks Ricardo for the great tour.”
Cycle 20 miles around Edinburgh on quiet paths, canals, waterways, parks, and Portobello Beach with a friendly small-group guide.
“Fantastic and very professionally run circular tour of Edinburgh. Our guides were fun, knowledgeable and kept us very safe throughout the whole of the adventure. Bikes were also very good and well-maintained. We saw things that we would never have seen if we had just stayed in the city, including Dean river, Portobello beach, and the amazing countryside. The Wee Pedal group is also a part of, and gives back to, their local community. Very inspiring and very enjoyable.”
Ride 19 miles through the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh with e-bikes, transfers, castles, lochs, local history, and a relaxed pace.
“Absolutely loved my experience on this tour. Johann was a fantastic guide and was so hospitable from start to finish. He picks you up from where you’re staying and has snacks and water provided. He knows so much about Scotland and is very engaging in conversation. The biking itself was stunning and was broken up with breaks at just the right times including a great lunch spot. The views are just breathtaking and this tour is a great way to get a taste of the Scottish countryside for the day. Johann also provided lots of helpful recommendations from a local’s point of view of what to do in Edinburgh. Would…”
Cycle from Edinburgh’s Craigmillar Park to the coast on a gentle 12-mile family tour with history, Arthur’s Seat, coffee, and sea views.
“Thumbs up to A wee pedal! We had Jen and Olivia as our tour guide. They are the greatest and so cool . We really enjoyed and loved the bike ride.”
Review of Edinburgh’s small-group e-bike tour, covering Arthur’s Seat, Dean Village, Old Town, Leith, price, route, guides, and practical tips.
“This is just a bike ride around but left a lot to be desired to make it a meaningful tour. Hardly anything interesting was mentioned.”
Cycle 20 mostly traffic-free miles around Edinburgh, from the Union Canal and Dean Village to Leith, Arthur’s Seat, and Portobello Beach.
“An Unforgettable Edinburgh Adventure with A Wee Pedal! Our "circular journey" with A Wee Pedal was an absolute highlight of our trip to Edinburgh, a truly spectacular 20-mile ride that showcased the city's incredible beauty and history. From start to finish, this experience earned every one of its five stars! Our guide and owner, Leanne, was simply amazing. Her passion for Edinburgh was infectious, and her insights into the city's historical aspects were both fascinating and wonderfully detailed. It felt less like a tour and more like an intimate conversation with a knowledgeable friend.”
Ride an e-bike from Craigmillar Castle around Arthur’s Seat, Holyrood Palace, and Edinburgh’s green spaces with a local guide.
“A wonderful experience! Our guide Richard was very knowledgeable and friendly! We saw so many great sites.”
Cycle from Edinburgh beneath Arthur’s Seat through a 1831 railway tunnel to Portobello Beach on this family-friendly 12-mile tour.
“A lovely friendly cycle ride to the beautiful coast via the foot of Arthur’s Seat . This is a family run business , we were very well looked after by our guides who were knowledgeable about the area and took lots of photos of us. The bikes were great and the cycling comfortable , suitable for all ages . This was a lovely thing to do in Edinburgh.”
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