'A Wee Pedal's' Award-Winning Circular Cycle Tour of Edinburgh!

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'A Wee Pedal's' Award-Winning Circular Cycle Tour of Edinburgh! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Why book with A wee pedal? We are 2026 Visit Scotland's award winning 'Best outdoor experience' praised for high quality guest experience whilst supporting the local community. This cycle tour is unique; a 20 mile carefully planned route, mostly off road, seeing the Edinburgh most visitors miss. We have no need to use vehicles as we start right on the cycle path and are proudly named a zero-carbon company. Groups are kept small for high guest experience and safety and you'll learn about this ancient city whilst having a lot of fun with our qualified and experienced guides. You will start right in the heart of Craigmillar Castle grounds, close to the city centre and easily accessed by foot, bus, taxi or car (there is free on-site parking) E-bikes can be hired at an additional cost of £25pp cash on the day. Please let me know if you would like this option. (If you think you would prefer a shorter tour, please check out our 'family-friendly cycle tour to the coast' 12 miles, 3 hours)

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At a glance

Duration: 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: A wee pedal

Ages: Youth (13–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: We supply manual bikes, helmets and qualified guide
Included: gloves in winter,

Not included

Not included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Not included: If you require to reserve an e-bike at £25pp - let me know in advance
Not included: Bring a waterproof jacket. Rain doesn't stop us having fun
Not included: People who cannot ride a bike safely will not be allowed to participate.

Itinerary

Stop 1

This unique tour is 20 miles and on mostly traffic free cycle paths. If you require an E-bike at an additional £20pp, please request at time of booking:

We will start on a cycle path all the way onto The Union Canal passing canal boats, original 19th Century bridges and rowers out training.

We drop down onto a cycle ramp taking us on The Water of Leith. This is a beautiful walkway/cycle path passing under aqueducts, allotments, the rejuvenated Saughton Park with original Bandstand.

Passing Scotland's National Rugby Stadium - Murrayfield.

We continue towards Dean Village which is a World Heritage site. See Thomas Telfer's bridge and the original Edinburgh School Board house.

Leith is now on the horizon and we shall stop for a refreshment right beside the famous harbour. We continue further round heading towards Portobello Beach where you see shall Fife over the Firth of Forth Estuary.

Our final landmark is the impressive 1860 built 'Innocent Tunnel' railway path.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

There is FREE on-site parking. You will see me with the bikes outside the main white building as you enter the grounds. Bus 33, 49. 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.

End point

There is FREE on-site parking. You will see me with the bikes outside the main white building as you enter the grounds. Bus 33, 49. 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

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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.