Day 1: Arrival
Arrive in Pitlochry. Day 2: Pitlochry to Alyth (28/35 miles - 45/56km)
After spending some time in Pitlochry, see the Fish and Dam Ladder, the famous outdoor theatre, the Bells distillery or Edradour, Scotland’s smallest distillery cycle east up the gentle climb out of the town. Eventually the climb becomes worthwhile with a scenic eight-mile descent. An options takes you across to one of the stunning Angus Glens where time seems to stand still and with the Grampian Mountains behind you each corner will provide a new visual delight. Day 3: Alyth to Kirriemuir (22/36 miles - 35/58km)
Following the lower farm lands as you cycle east with the Grampian Mountains providing a wonderful northern scenic splendor. Visit Glamis Castle, which is everything a castle should be. It was the setting of Shakespeare’s Macbeth and also the birthplace of HM the Queen Mother. Day 4: Kirriemuir to St. Andrews (28/42 miles - 45/67km)
Leaving Kirriemuir the birthplace of James Barrie, the author of Peter Pan, you cycle south along the undulating lanes, eventually approaching the Tay River and Dundee. Visit the Discovery center before continuing across the Tay Bridge. Check into your hotel before continuing with the optional route to St. Andrews. This university town is full of history with its abbey, castle, cobbled streets with ancient houses, and of course the famous links being the home of golf. Day 5: St. Andrews to Perth (25/40 miles - 40/64km)
Continue along the shores of the River Tay, mainly using part of the National Cycle Network to Perth. Check into your hotel and explore this wonderful city. Day 6: Perth
A day to relax around the city with many non-cycling activities to occupy you, or cycle out to Scone Palace. Scone Palace is full of treasures and a must for those interested in Scottish history. The palace is the crowning point of all past Scottish kings and queens and the famous Stone of Destiny was returned here after the devolution of Scotland from England. Day 7: Perth to Pitlochry (28/34 miles - 45/56km)
Following the National Cycle Network north along small lanes towards the historic town of Dunkeld. Dunkeld is one of Scotland’s oldest towns with many protected houses. As you cycle north you start to see the Grampian Mountains come back into view providing a magnificent target to cycle towards. Day 8: Departure
Your tour is complete after breakfast. Drive eight miles north and visit Blair Castle before you leave the area. The castle is Scotland’s most visited castle and its sparkling white turrets shine brightly against the greens and purples of the heather-clad mountains. | 
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