--- title: 'A wee pedal's' E-bike tour of Arthur's Seat and beyond lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 82 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 39 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 4 of 4 (Hiking & Arthur's Seat) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/a-wee-pedal-s-e-bike-tour-of-arthur-s-seat-and-beyond/ --- # 'A wee pedal's' E-bike tour of Arthur's Seat and beyond **Guidekin's take:** Cycle around Arthur's Seat on routes that avoid busy roads, in a small shared group of up to ten. An e-bike, helmet and qualified guide are included; riders must be at least fourteen and able to cycle safely, and rides proceed in rain. 4.87 from 39 reviews at €82 per person for 2h 30m. ## Overview We are awarded 'VisitScotland’s 2026 Best Outdoor Experience' — and we’re proud to be the only cycle tour company in Scotland to have received this award. Our cycle tours avoid busy roads, with small groups of no more than 10. Enjoy a relaxed, low-impact, low-carbon way to explore Edinburgh, with passionate, qualified guides who love sharing Scotland’s history, culture and stories. Our e-bikes suit riders of different heights and make cycling around Arthur’s Seat easier, so you can enjoy the scenery without worrying about the hills. UK regulations require riders to be 14 or older to ride an e-bike. Rain or shine! Scottish weather is all part of the experience. Please bring a waterproof jacket and embrace the Scottish weather. All riders must be able to ride a bike safely and confidently. For safety reasons, you may refuse participation if a rider is unable to do so. No refund will be available in these circumstances. Come and have fun with Scotland’s 2026 Best Outdoor Experience! ## Before you book - Meeting point: You will see me with the bikes outside… - Starts 09:30: one departure a day - Age 14+: minimum age to join ## Key facts - Price: from €82 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.87/5 from 39 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: A wee pedal ## What's included - Qualified guide, helmet and E bike - Use of bicycle ## Not included - child rear seats cannot be fitted to these E-bikes - Bring a waterproof jacket. Rain doesn't stop us having fun! - Minimum age 14 - People who cannot a bike safely ## Itinerary 1. **Craigmillar Castle** (10m) - We start by riding up to see Craigmillar Castle, where Mary Queen of Scots stayed after the birth of her son, James I of England and VI of Scotland. We then head onto the cycle path, through the Victorian railway tunnel and up into Holyrood Park. Stop for a photo of Arthur’s... 2. **Holyrood Park** (10m) - A stop at Holyrood Place to see stunning views over Edinburgh 3. **The Scottish Parliament** (10m) - See the home of the Scottish Parliament and it's 'controversial' building 4. **Holyrood Abbey** (10m) - A look into Holyrood Palace - the home of The Royal family when visiting Edinburgh 5. **St Margaret's Loch** (5m) - Discover where Curling originated from on St Margaret's Loch. Look up to see our 11th Century St Anthony's ruin above. 6. **Holyrood Park** (1h 10m) - We will cycle round this extinct volcano and see views overlooking Edinburgh. 7. **Arthur's Seat** (30m) - A view you will not see without a trip round Arthur's Seat! Our extinct volcano - Arthur's Seat is well worth a visit ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point You will see me with the bikes outside the big white Farmhouse. If you are coming from a Cruise ship - it's unlikely you will make the start time of 9.30am. Please contact me at time of booking to upgrade to a private tour. Bus 33, 49. Car parking available. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJbQmqgd65h0gR3MD4UVALUf0 ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Are you coming from a Cruise Ship? It's unlikely you will make the start time, please contact me direct to arrange a private tour - People who cannot ride a bike safely will not be allowed to participate Booking asks for: heights ## Compared with other Hiking & Arthur's Seat | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #4 of 4** | €82 | 2h 30m | 4.87 (39) | shared | | [Hill & Nature Hike - Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert](/uk/edinburgh/tours/hill-nature-hike-discover-real-edinburgh-with-a-local-expert/?format=md) | €100 | 4h | 4.99 (158) | shared | | [Edinburgh: Arthur's Seat Hike with Local Guide](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-arthur-s-seat-hike-with-local-guide/?format=md) | €29 | 2h | 4.98 (109) | shared | | [Arthur's Seat Sunset Hike](/uk/edinburgh/tours/arthur-s-seat-sunset-hike/?format=md) | €57 | 2h | 4.98 (45) | shared | Ranked #4 of 4 in Hiking & Arthur's Seat by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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