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Edinburgh Thistle and Clover Bike Ride - Edinburgh to Dublin

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Your Challenge...

This long weekend cycle challenge see’s us cover just over 220 miles, in 3 days as we cycle from the capital of Scotland, to the capital of Ireland!

Starting in Edinburgh, our ride takes through quiet country lanes as we cycle south west towards Troon, where we then catch our ferry to Larne. Now we can savour the beauty of the east coast of Ireland as we cruise the tarmac and absorb the stunning landscapes.

The cycling will be a challenge, but as we reach Dublin, the sense of achievement will never be forgotten as we soak up the electric atmosphere and hustle and bustle, of the Republic of Ireland’s capital city.

2 breathtaking capital cities, over 200 miles, 3 days - join us today and conquer the Thistle & Clover Cycle Challenge!

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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)