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A Wee Pedal's Award-Winning Circular Cycle Tour of Edinburgh
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80 Ratings
Edinburgh
Embark on a unique 20-mile circular cycle tour of Edinburgh, exploring hidden gems and noteworthy sites. Book with A wee pedal for an award-winning outdoor experience that supports the local community. Discover the city’s secrets while having fun with experienced guides.
Duration:
4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Bridgend Farmhouse Cafe - This unique tour covers 20 miles, primarily on traffic-free cycle paths. If you need an E-bike for an additional £20 per person, please request it at the time of booking.
We will begin on a cycle path that leads us along The Union Canal, passing canal boats, original 19th-century bridges, and rowers in training.
We then descend onto a cycle ramp that takes us to The Water of Leith, a picturesque walkway/cycle path that passes under aqueducts, by allotments, and through the rejuvenated Saughton Park with its original Bandstand.
We’ll pass by Scotland’s National Rugby Stadium, Murrayfield, and continue towards Dean Village, a World Heritage site. Here, you’ll see Thomas Telfer’s bridge and the original Edinburgh School Board house.
Leith will come into view, where we’ll stop for a refreshment right beside the famous harbour. We then head towards Portobello Beach, offering views of Fife across the Firth of Forth Estuary.
Our final landmark is the impressive ‘Innocent Tunnel’ railway path, built in 1860.
What's Included
- gloves in winter
- manual bikes
- helmets
- qualified guide
What's Not Included
- Tea and coffee
- If you require to reserve an e-bike at £20pp - let me know in advance
Additional Information
Why choose A wee pedal? We’re a recognized winner of Visit Scotland’s ‘Best outdoor experience’ award, lauded for delivering high-quality experiences for guests while aiding the local community. Our cycling tour is one-of-a-kind, involving a meticulously designed 20-mile route, primarily off-road, that reveals the unseen parts of Edinburgh. As our starting point is directly on the cycle path, we don’t require vehicles, solidifying our status as a carbon-neutral company. We maintain small group sizes to ensure personalized attention and safety, and our certified, seasoned guides make learning about this historic city a delightful experience. The journey begins in the core of Craigmillar Castle grounds, a location close to the city center that’s easily reachable by walking, bus, taxi, or car (complimentary parking is available). E-bikes are available for rental at an extra cost of £20pp cash on the day. Please let me know if you are interested in this option. (For a shorter tour, consider our ‘family-friendly cycle tour to the coast,’ a 3-hour, 12-mile ride.)
- You must be able to ride a bike confidently for 20 miles.
- If you are coming from a Cruise Ship, it’s unlikely you will make the start time of 9am. Please contact me direct.
Location
Bridgend Inspiring Growth
Old Dalkeith Road
There is FREE on-site parking. You will see me with the bikes as you enter the grounds. Head towards to main building if you don't see me. If you are coming from a cruise ship, it's unlikely you will make the start time, please contact me to arrange a private tour with a flexible start time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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B2758aqvickir
Jul 7, 2024
Would highly recommend! - My husband and I had a wonderful time on our bike tour with A Wee Pedal and our guide Peter. Great communication, friendly, easy to book, informative, fun. Lots of incredible views with stunning scenic stops paired with many interesting facts about Edinburgh. Stops for coffee and tea as well. The option of having an e-bike was very accommodating and ensured an enjoyable time with a variety of biking skill levels. Would highly recommend.
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Jenny
Jul 7, 2024
Great guides, great scenery, great overview of the city and its stories - We spent a fabulous day with Gail and Chris learning about Edinburgh and environs. They kept us laughing all day. The tour was beautifully designed to give an overview of the city and really helped ground the rest of our time in Edinburgh. The scenery was lovely and we enjoyed two stops for coffee and treats. Gail and Chris were very patient with unexpected things that slowed us up, and by the end, we felt like they were our friends. 11 out of 10 stars!
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Dtlinsb
Jul 7, 2024
Fun Time with Fun Guides - Lee Ann, the owner, greeted us warmly as we walked into Bridgend where A Wee Pedal stores their equipment. We soon met Gayle and Chris who were our ride leaders.
The bike ride was easy, enjoyable way to see life around Edinburgh, literally. We rode some back paths, quiet neighborhoods, and crossed busy streets just a few times.
Gayle did not try to give us a deep history lesson. Instead, she tried to make sure we had a fun time seeing the sights and sounds of Edinburgh that are radically distinctive compared to wRoyal Mile.
She succeeded marvelously!!
We take a mini-tour of most cities when we visit—Gayle and Chris easily made this one one of the most enjoyable.
I would recommend scheduling a tour with Lee Ann and any of her crew!
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Brenda_d
Jun 7, 2024
Highlight of our trip - One of the highlights of our trip to Scotland. Jill and Gail were fabulous guides! There is so much more of Edinburgh to see beyond the Royal Mile and cycling is a great way to explore the city
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Donna_w
May 21, 2024
Don’t miss this tour - Fantastic tracks around Edinburgh. In areas you wouldn’t see if not on The tour. The scenery was great just the right pace. Really interesting places to visit including the beach. Loved this tour our guide Jill was great.
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Lucyblues
Apr 10, 2024
Best Way To See ALL of Edinburgh - My husband and I had an incredible experience with A Wee Pedal bike tours in Edinburgh, Scotland. Our tour guide, Richard, was not only knowledgeable but also incredibly friendly and made the entire experience enjoyable. Cycling through the beautiful streets of Edinburgh allowed us to see the city in a unique way, discovering hidden gems and iconic landmarks along the way. Richard's passion for the city and its history shone through his storytelling, making the tour both educational and entertaining. I highly recommend A Wee Pedal bike tours to anyone looking for a memorable and immersive way to explore Edinburgh.
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Bartbb6063ib
Oct 28, 2023
5 ⭐️ - We had an amazing tour with Richard. Definitely a well deserved five ⭐️ rating. It was a 20 mile tour where Richard tought us all there is to know about Edinburgh. Very kind, easygoing and professional.
If you don’t take a tour with Richard, you won’t be able to say that you’ve been to Edinburgh!
Bart & Okke
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Cawelles
Oct 20, 2023
Highlight of our trip! - Super experience with friendly and knowledgeable Samuel, encircling lovely Edinburgh. Safe cycling paths and E-bikes made the journey carefree. Highly recommended, it was truly the highlight of our visit!
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703briet
Oct 10, 2023
GREAT TOUR - This trip is fantastic. The guides take their time to help you see non-tourist parts of the city. I learned so much about the history of the city. My parents joined and they were able to use the e-bike. TAKE THIS TRIP!!! It is well worth the cost.
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F4740aqcc
Sep 17, 2023
Positive and Fun - Peter was an excellent guide. I could never have navigated this route for the first time on my own! I loved the variety of what we saw
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