Your Itinerary...
Day 1 – Edinburgh to Troon, then ferry to Larne
The Thistle section of our challenge begins! Following registration at our start venue in Edinburgh, we set off early – approx. 7am – to avoid the majority of the morning traffic. It is not too long until we are in the quiet country roads cycling towards Lanark.
We push on towards to Troon, where we catch to 1730 sailing to Larne, arriving 1930. It’s then just a short cycle to our hotel where we overnight and get some rest.
Cycling distance – approx 82 miles
Day 2 – Larne to Newry
We start cycling south out of Larne towards the east coast of Belfast, and skirt round the city to avoid the heavy traffic, ensuring superb cycling!
After a hearty lunch, we continue south toward Banbridge finally stopping at Newry, where we overnight.
Cycling distance – approx. 68 miles
Day 3 – Newry to Dublin
The final day of our Thistle & Clover Cycle Challenge! Heading south out of Newry, today is considered the most breathtaking as we cycle along the stunning east coast of Ireland. We ride through Dundalk, and keep to the coast as we head further south towards Dublin.
We complete our challenge in one of the main parks in Dublin, where we’ll greeted with a champagne finish to celebrate our achievements. This evening we enjoy our celebration dinner and receive our Thistle & Clover Medals!
Cycling distance – approx. 73 miles
Day 4 - Today we have some free time to enjoy the hustle and bustle of Dublin. In late afternoon, we will transfer to Dublin airport for our flights back to Edinburgh. Your bikes will be transported back to Edinburgh in the support vehicle.
(Itinerary correct at time of printing, but subject to change)
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