Navigation

The route is fully waymarked with signs for ‘Route 4’ and ‘Four Abbeys Cycleway’. Navigation is easy but please look out for signs at junctions and be sure to follow the correct path as there are other cycleways in the area.

Additional Nights and Extensions

Many of our clients choose to add extra nights along the route to sample more of the area and attractions available in the Borders.

You may wish to request an extra night at Melrose and cycle the 2 miles to Abbotsford House, the former home of Sir Walter Scott—preserved as he left it in the early 1800’s. You could easily spend a day here and in the gardens.

Jedburgh, with its Museum, Castle Jail, the house where Mary Queen of Scots stayed, and the Abbeys visitor centre is another town where you can extend your visit.

At the end of your holiday you may consider a night or two in the nearby Royal Burgh of Peebles. This beautiful town by the banks of the Tweed, with its independent shops, cafes and restaurants is somewhere to explore or simply relax and recharge your batteries.

Fewer Nights

If you wish to reduce the number of nights we can tailor your trip to suit your requirements.

Accommodation

One of the highlights of this tour is the high standard of the accommodation. We specifically choose 3-5 star, en suite Guesthouses and B&B’s to ensure that you enjoy every minute of your stay. All offer a warm welcome to cyclists, have secure bike storage, offer traditional hospitality and delicious local food.

Single Rooms

This independent cycling holiday is also available to solo cyclists. We can arrange for single occupancy and single baggage transfer for a supplement.

Meals

A hearty breakfast is included each morning. Lunch and dinner are not included, leaving you free to choose from the many award winning restaurants along your route. Most of your accommodations are more than happy to provide a packed lunch on request. This should be booked on arrival.

Baggage Transfer

Your bags will be transferred from your accommodation as per your itinerary and moved onto your next overnight accommodation. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 15kg per person.

Equipment—Bikes

A bike in good condition is essential. We would recommend a hybrid or a mountain bike with semi slick tyres. Your information pack has a detailed equipment suggestion list.

Bike Hire

We can arrange bicycles for your cycling holiday. Hire includes helmet, lock and repair kit.