Coast-to-coast Scotland

The august 2022 Scotland coast to coast was an epic adventure. It takes you out of your comfort zone and keeps you there for 7 days, but the payoff is huge. There is no doubt you come away a better rider than when you arrived. The Scottish highlands are truly amazing and everyday is another breathtaking view. I was lucky enough to land with a great bunch of lads on our trip which really made for an exceptional weeks fun on and off the bike.



As for the riding, the ascents are tough, and the shouts of "good morning legs" on the first climb of the day is a experience in itself. The descents were fast in places, technical in others and always fun.



Have to mention the extreme level of dedication, care and detail the H+I Team put into everyday. Victoria, Chris and Euan take a bow!!

Our C2C tour in September was a really amazing adventure! Every tiny detail was perfectly organized by Victoria in the office and by our guides Chris and Iain during the tour.

Both guides are super helpful, great fun and knew how to keep everyone in the team happy even when the weather wasn’t treating us nicely, which actually only happened once or twice. Needless to say that the two know their stuff and are almost annoyingly fit.

What I enjoy most was the amazing Scottish landscape and its breathtaking views - the only thing that gets pretty close to this, is the local seafood, but that’s kind of off topic. Although, it’s worth mentioning that we always stayed in really nice places that served excellent food (and, of course, seriously good Whiskys).

The trails… well, they were really nice (I expected them to be a bit rougher / more technical on the downhills but I was quite happy to be within my comfort zone because often the next hospital is not exactly around the corner),but they were also fairly “splashy”. Luckily, the Highland mud wasn’t too sticky, which was great for Chris and Iain as they almost insisted to clean our bikes after every ride. (I know… that’s a bit irritating but you soon get used to it 🙂 )

I really enjoyed this tour – not only the riding but also spending time together in the evenings. Truly an awesome experience.

The September Coast to Coast tour was superlative. From the very first ride, we knew we were in for a treat and a challenge. Every single day featured spectacular trails and scenery that were worth each step of a hike a bike, episode of inclement weather, and intimidating water bar. Chris made sure we were prepared, kept us in check and ahead of the worst weather, and always made spot-on food, coffee, and drink recommendations. Iain appeared like a beacon daily, signalling we were closer to the end than the beginning of our ride. Victoria made the logistics of planning everything seamless. The trio added unique elements to our tour, like Irn Bru and tablet picnics, that made us feel like friends, not just guests. H+I and every cyclist on an H+I tour is lucky to have such a team of superior human-beings guiding their journey from contemplation to completion.

While all of the accommodation H+I arranged was great, special credit is due to our hosts in Poolewe and Kinlochewe . It was incredible to arrive in Poolewe and collapse in an exhausted and bedraggled heap without a sidelong glance. The sticky toffee pudding in Kinlochewe is nothing short of exceptional. (I would do the C2C again just for another STP from the Kinlochewe hotel.)

There is no doubt that I would readily ride any day of the C2C tour again, perhaps with even more enthusiasm now that I know what to look forward to. I would wholeheartedly recommend this tour and H+I to anyone contemplating a multi-day mountain bike adventure. I'm also wholeheartedly hoping that we'll be able to join H+I again in the future.

Thought I'd wait a few weeks to see how I felt about our C2C trip in hindsight. Suffice to say, awareness of my own bedroom and no mad racing around each morning for the van at 8am has kicked in, and my midge bites have disappeared. Quads and leg tan still looking good too. And nightmares about incessant unrelenting baby-head rocks are gone (very glad I was using H+I's SB130 hire bike). But the words "a few punchy bits are coming up" still elicit an involuntary shudder and a little whimper. Would I do it again? Yep, in a heartbeat! A big thank you to our guide Chris ("The Wombat"), Euan the boss, and of course Victoria - you guys are amazing and exceptionally professional, you know your stuff. And a big thanks as well to my fellow guest riders Matt C (Aus), Diarmid (IRL), Steve and Matt D (USA) - one could not have hoped for better partners in crime. My words of wisdom to those thinking of C2C are to practice hike-a-bike, don't overpack and use a duffel bag (like I did), sharpen up your sense of humor, and leave any ego at home cos you won't outride the Wombat. Hoping to do another H+I trip as soon as I can.

Scotland coast to coast adventure was everything I was hoping for in this action-packed vacation. Victoria took excellent care of us as we booked the trip and worked through the details for 2+ yrs (covid prevented us from traveling). Our guides, Chris and Euan were fantastic, they advised us of the plan for each day and helped navigate the technical sections of the trial. The trip was very well planned and organized to get us where we needed to be and the accommodations and food / drink was perfect! We were greatly rewarded at the end of each ride, Chris even helped coordinate a whiskey / gin tasting experience one of the evenings. I was exhausted at the end of each day but couldn’t wait to do it all over again the next morning. Our guides really made this a fun experience and took care of us very well, from bike maintenance , trail guidance to the best whiskey. Thanks for an awesome experience and will do another trip with H&I Adventures soon!

We had a stunning week that more than justified the 2.5 year COVID-induced wait - more than just a challenging MTB experience, it was a life experience I’ll never forget! Well worth the time/effort to travel all the way from Australia.

The logistics of our trip ran like clockwork, with excellent accommodation, transport and meal recommendations - the boat trip out of Ullapool was a great touch.

Super-guide Chris (aka ‘The Wombat’) demonstrates an intimate knowledge of his homeland and the trails, as well as their individual features/challenges. Safety is paramount throughout, technique recommendations are also provided - we all left Scotland as better riders!

The entire H+I experience was first class, special mentions also to the wonderful Victoria and owner Euan (who is also an excellent rider & guide in his own right). Plans are already afoot for another H+I tour next year…

This was an incredible experience. The guides were amazing. Chris is a weather wizard and managed to keep us out of the storms that were gathering. The logistics were seamless. The accommodations were nice as well as the food. The landscape is like nothing you have ever seen. It truly is very unique. This is my second tour with H+I and I will book another one soon.

We thoroughly enjoyed our C2C tour and will definitely be doing more with H+I. It was perfect. Victoria was incredibly responsive and helpful as we had various pre-trip questions and complications. Our guides Chris and Iain were great hosts and very patient, the routes were stunning, the accommodations provided superb comfort and service, the meals were perfectly chosen and the group had a really great connection and vibe. We’ll be back for more trips.

The perfect word for the July 2022 C2C departure. Great group, amazing weather, spectacular trails, superb food/whiskey, shepherded by the best guides, repeated for 7-days. Days 3, 5, and 7 are particularly memorable. H+I aren’t messing around with the rating though - have to navigate big miles, climbs, and rocks to get those big smiles. Strongly recommended.

The C2C with Mark and Max as our guides was phenomenal. The mountain biking trails were absolutely scenic. What was truly amazing was Mark and Max's ability to adapt to quick weather conditions and changing needs of the group. Some of the tours were +8hrs and they made sure everyone was equipped with food and rest stops. Their knowledge of whisky tastings also helped at the end of the day. If you ever want to see H+I's headquarters you have to come to Inverness and see Scotland.

I loved the C2C trip and being guided by Mark and Max - a great team! The route was amazing, the riding was challenging, but just as good was the information provided about the cultural and natural history of the Scotish Highlands. Truely a well rounded trip!

Thankyou Mark and Chris for a week in my lifetime that I will never forget….for every possible positive reason! You guys are consummate professionals, passionate about your craft, incredible knowledgeable about the highlands….and all sorts of other leftfield stuff, amazing riders and great individuals!

Difficult to capture how fantastic our week in July 2021 was in just a few paragraphs and do justice to the experience; great company, just amazing tracks, landscape and scenery, an incredibly well planned week with great food and accommodation…..tear rolling, belly laughs a plenty throughout the trip.

The whole H+I team do the best job in providing a truly fantastic and professional experience to each of their guests, from the first enquiry to the hugs and handshakes at the end……get out there to enjoy one of their adventures!

Just epic!

From start to finish the trip was superb. The planning, the route, the way the difficulty increased and the food the accommodation and group were all great.

The guides were professional, passionate and deeply knowledgeable about the biking and the local history.

I wouldn't hesitate to book again with this class outfit. Wall to wall sunshine helped too....... 100 smiles per hour!

Couldn't have asked for more; the week was fantastic!

Great riding, great food and great company. The trip as a whole came together perfectly to create a wonderfully, memorable trip.

Felt like we were in the best hands possible with Chris and Mark.....they were never put out by any technical needs we had and were the ultimate masters of organisation.

Would highly recommend the trip and H+I in general, who have been helpful and informative from the moment I booked.

Wow, what a trip and what an adventure. It’s difficult to put into words what a fantastic time I had, to quote Chris, it’s life affirming. I’m fortunate to of ridden in many places throughout the world and the combination of the riding, guiding, laughing, food, accommodation and shear passion Mark and Chris as guides have for the area, puts this trip up there with the very, very best.

H+I are consummate professionals, I wouldn’t hesitate in booking and riding with them again, looking forward to my next trip!

This was a fantastic trip, involving great riding, food and scenery. Guides Chris and Mark were very experienced, always on hand to advise and help and they went to great lengths to make sure we all had a fantastic experience. If you're looking for a challenging trip in the company of knowledgeable and fun guides, I would highly recommend the Coast to Coast.

What amazing trip! The H+I team were pro from start to finish. Hats off to our guides Chris + Mark. Amazing riding, scenery + food. Definitely a trip of a lifetime. I'll definitely be exploring other trips with H+I.

This team was amazing from start to finish! The ride, the route and everything in between exceeded all expectations and what an amazing way to see and learn about Scotland!

I will be back for another H+I trip and highly recommend.

If your interested just book it!

I just got back a week ago from the Coast to Coast Scotland trip. I am a completely average suburban American - and this was the biggest adventure of my life!

The trails and the scenery were nothing Ive ever seen before...but more importantly the guides (Chris and Mark) made the entire trip special. It is clear that they love their job - and love sharing their love for the trails!

I hope I get another trip like this once in my life.

I agree with all the other reviews from our group. This is an iconic trip, which may be a much abused marketing term but in this case it is spot on. Every aspect of the riding, guiding, support and accommodation was top notch.

The emphasis on fitness and the right kit in H+I's information and follow up e-mails is entirely right. Ignore at your peril!

Recommended to any mountain biker as a must do.

Having spent a day in the wilderness, often without seeing another soul, we were made to feel very welcome in locally run accommodation and treated to superb food.

Chris and Ella made the whole trip run smoothly with good humour and tips. But most importantly - amazing on the hoof bike maintenance skills (ask Chris for the picture of the wheel he fixed with a piece of string that worked for 3 days). Some of the terrain will test your bikes - listen to the recommendations on tougher tyres and check your rims are suitable too! From somebody who learnt the hard way!

Back next year for more of Scotland's finest!

It has been a fantastic week biking from coast to coast through the highlands. The journey, the landscape and the riding were amazing. The guides (Chris and Ella) have been perfect and theirs support was second to none. There was a very reduced amount of van shuttling, which is amazing. Cherry on the cake: the restaurants selected by H+I were brilliant, and most had an interesting choice of whiskys...


Can it get better than that? Let's see next year what Torridon+Skye will bring! Trip booked!

The great thing about this trip (apart from the riding, guides, accommodation, logistics support, history, whisky etc) is the epic journey. We rode every inch of the trip from the east coast to the westernmost of Scotland point. Well almost every inch - we had to get the boat from Ullapool across to Loch, past the Sea Eagles!

Epic trail, no van. Brilliant!

A wee bit of rain, a wee bit of wind, a wee bit of sun and a wee bit of climbing ... and lovely descends, spectacular views, beautiful (double) rainbows, nice food and superb guides. This was another trip to remember and hopefully I will return to visit some more trails in the beautiful Highlands.

Great Trip!!!

What a country! Totally different to the alps regarding landscape, weather and biking. Little tarmac, almost no gravel roads, some double tracks, most singletrail with waterbars ;-), rivers, up and downhill, push/hike a bike. Rating in the alps would be at S0-1 with some S2/2+ sections. That's not too difficult, but it is as it goes permanently up and down, steep and flat, dry and often wet. That's the very difference and makes the riding so good and challenging.

For me it was one of my best bike trips ever! And I know really a lot of the top bike spots in the alps. In the alps I do most of my bike mountaineering all alone, even up to 3000. You can't do that in Scotland. You are in the middle of nowhere, in land Modor. During 6 days we met in total 4 hikers, no bikers.

We had an amazing international team of four from US, Spain, Italy and Germany with the sensational top guides Chris and Mark, thank you all so much.

The complete organisation from H+I was perfect: route, Yeti bikes, transports, accommodation, restaurants. It's expensive, but you get so much from it! What makes the trip so outstanding in addition is the excellent Scottish kitchen and beer! After this great trip I have new friends and just only one week later I'm dreaming of coming back to Scotland!

I expected the riding itself to be more challenging, there were lots of stops which to be fair the guides (Mark and Jono who were both excellent btw) had to do to keep the group together and safe. The Scottish terrain is challenging without any doubt - challenging , it is rocky steep, remote, windy, sunny, wet, dry, slippy, grippy pretty much everything in between - I was not disappointed in that regard. I would love to return and ride it all again continuously and get a real rhythm going.


The real surprise was how much I enjoyed meeting the others on the trip, from all parts of the world they were a great bunch of people and actually that is the overriding memory of the trip.


My advise to anyone wanting to travel on the trip is to work out whether you want a holiday riding bikes or you want a full on physical challenge? And remember the group will be of varying abilities. Discuss this before you go with H+I and they will try to get the trip you want - it can be flexible and tailored to what you want.


Overall though it was a great experience - it was not what I expected but I got something else completely different out of it and made me even more enthusiastic to do more adventure rides.

Challenging, rewarding, eye-opening, beautiful, other-worldly, fun and thrilling. Coast To Coast Scotland did not disappoint in any sense. This is a breathtaking part of the world that's seen by relatively few, with world class cycling that expanded my view of what mountain biking 'is'.

There were tough moments, but Mark and Jono were total pros (in addition to being great fun to ride with.. as was everyone else on the tour). Over the week, I got to a place where I was riding stuff waaayy beyond my previous comfort zone... and usually with a huge grin.

What a blast, and a profound experience as well. All the best to the H+I Team!

I just got back from truly one of the best trips of my life!! The Coast to Coast Scotland itinerary was amazing. From start to finish every detail was handled perfectly by the H+I staff. They were all professional, friendly and knowledgeable.

Catherine answerd every question I had regarding the trip making the decision to go with this company very easy. My guides Mark and Jono were amazing!! Extremely helpful, friendly and professional. They actually knew every inch of each trail we were on, every day for the entire week! It was about 150 miles.

We stopped regularly to rest and refuel while getting a briefing on the upcoming portion of trail. We were told how much water and food to carry. The views were truly spectacular!! Photos or words do not do it justice. The weather was as expected, “Scottish”. But wet weather didn’t hinder the experience. For me, completing this journey was tough but very gratifying.

Overall it was an amazing experience!!!! I will definitely travel again with H+I in the future and highly recommend them to all.

This trip was well worth the time and money from start to finish. My trip started a little rough due to my bags getting lost by the airline with all my bike gear. Donald helped me tremendously by getting me some gear to borrow and to the store to buy what I couldn’t. It was a huge help coming from the states to have the logistical support I needed.


After that it became increasingly obvious how well thought out and fine tuned the trip was down to every last detail. The itinerary was structured to gauge the group and evaluate riding ability. The route was one hand picked and well thought out. It incorporated incredible terrain and topography and truly was a coast to coast trip with only minimal road riding.


The guiding was simply impressive. Chris was a consummate professional in every sense, bike repair, group management, interpersonal skills and could probably slay a dragon or something if he had to. He went out of his way to get my lost luggage to me in the middle of the trip, which was much appreciated. Unfortunately I didn’t get to ride much with Mark due to an injury, but his hard work behind the scenes was obvious and didn’t go unnoticed.


In summary, I would do this trip again in a heartbeat. I was thinking of showing up and renting a bike and car for a while instead of going with H+I, which you could do. But being a visitor, there is no way you could reproduce anything of this caliber on your own. The itinerary, the route and even the places we stayed would be exceedingly difficult to pull off.


One of the best nights of the trip was a home made meal prepared especially for our group in Torridon by the owner of a cafe there, who doesn’t typically serve dinner. A direct result of the relationships fostered by the guides and company.


This trip and company is stellar. Top to bottom. I’m still internalizing how awesome the whole experience was, and will be for a while. Thank you so much for this trip to all staff at H+I, it was amazing!

Loved this adventure from beginning to end. Scenery was awesome, the guides were awesome, the riding wonderful, and the organisation of the week was excellent.



Very, very highly recommended.



It's hard to summarise what is truly special week - but Vicki and I are richer for the adventure. Rewarding, intense, fun, epic. Scotland is a very special place.



H+I ran a slick trip and the guides were lovely individuals. I kind of wish we could have a reunion ride with Johno, Kev, and the crew !



Don't hesitate. Do it.



Stephen and Vicki,

Wellington, NZ.

I have been trying to write this review for 2 weeks and I can't quite find the right words but the feeling is always the same....... I love you H+I.


A special thanks and big 💋 to our guides Euan, Mark and Donald. I think with some special rain proof capes you really could be super hero's.


Don't miss this once in a life time adventure.

Thanks to Chris, Mark and all the team at H+I for a mind blowing adventure week of riding.


Fantastic to meet and ride with such a great group of riders and together conquer some of the most challenging, beautiful, remote and stunning single track in the UK, what a journey and memories that will stay with me for a lifetime.


I’ll be back… thank you all, Nikki xx

I can't say enough great things about this tour. We are rather independent adventurers and this was our first guided mountain biking trip, so we didn't know what to expect. We have since been spoiled by the high quality, extreme professionalism, crazy fun-factor and adventure of the Coast-to-Coast tour.



The H+I crew were absolutely fabulous (with a double high-five to Euan, Mark and Donald). Rarely do you come across people that genuinely love what they do and these guys seemed totally thrilled to share their love for their home country. Not only were they great mountain bikers, but they were extremely knowledgable about the area that we rode through and visited. Their enthusiasm for adventure was amazing. They were also attentive without being over bearing, and they managed logistical changes seamlessly with ease. They did a fabulous job of paying attention to the group as a whole, and created a fun, non-intimidating environment.



By the end of the trip, we had a bunch of new friends from all over the world. The riding in the Highlands? It blew our minds. Rocky, technical, wet, boggy, green, epic, empty and sublime. Truly wild country with rowdy trails, but the guides prepped us well for each day and each section of the rides. The accommodations and food were great and the tiny villages were friendly and welcoming to us muddy biking creatures.



100% recommend this tour!

I'd give six stars out of five if I could!


The staff of H+I are seriously like Jedi Masters of logistics. I was prepared for the stunning scenery having seen the online galleries and video (although nothing really compares to seeing it in person, especially when a fabulous view is earned through your own efforts), but I did not expect the outstanding level of planning and logistics mastery that was on display during this trip.


Our accommodations were excellent (why can't we have electric showers in North America with endless hot water??) and easily provided full breakfasts for the vegetarians and Celiacs amongst us. The restaurants selected for us each evening had a wide variety of options and always included great local fare and drinks (nothing like having a local gin, whiskey or beer after a ride!) which gave us another way to get to know the Highlands. Our schedule was always meticulously coordinated, and ensured we maximized daylight without feeling rushed.


I think the most surprising, and genuinely delightful, aspect of the trip though was the attitude of our guides. Despite the fact that they've ridden the Coast-to-coast trails countless times before (including every imaginable contingency trail in case something unexpected arose), they always appeared to be enjoying themselves as much as we were. Their passion for riding, Scotland, and riding-in-Scotland, added immeasurably to the experience. While seeing what must truly be some of the most stunning scenery on this planet for the umpteenth time, Euan exclaimed "This is my office!" Euan and Mark had such an obvious enjoyment of riding and guiding that it made the trip feel like a group of friends, rather than strangers or customers.


We can't wait to experience more from H+I.

TLDR; Amazing guides, trails, countryside and food. Book now!


Wow! Wrapped up our Coast to Coast 4 days ago and the adventure has sunk in a little bit. This was our first guided tour of any type. We are quite independent and scrappy when it comes to most vacations so it felt a little weird going on a guided trip. What a great choice though.


Their local knowledge, the trails , the warnings, every aspect was well thought out and coordinated. Mark, Euan and Donald were fantastic, keeping the group together, but letting us all find our rhythm and adapting the days and pace as weather, riders or trail conditions dictated.


Within a few hours of meeting, their bawdy sense of humor starts to come out and aligned well with our group. Within a day, it felt more like a trip with a group of longtime friends rather than guides and near strangers. It felt wrong to leave the bikes behind and go grab a hot shower, like I was bailing on my buddies to do the dirty work of cleaning, lubing and maintaining the gear.


The trails range from casual double track to brutal, rocky and muddy technical slogs. I thoroughly enjoyed every challenge the trails threw our way. Generally, it was slower going than I anticipated based on the videos I had watched, although there are many miles of wonderful flowy trail. There are also many miles of picking your way through bogs, mud, rocks and whatever remains after a few billion years of erosion. The conditions we rode in were largely wet and unusual for a California rider, where our trails simply can't handle rain and riding. You'll get used to getting wet and staying wet.


Pausing to look up from the trail presents a rugged, varied and gorgeous countryside, far removed from the historical town of Inverness or the hectic fury of Heathrow on the trip in. I'll repeat "this photo just doesn't do it justice" for just about every one I took. The most difficult part of the trip is leaving that solitude and isolation behind and shifting gears back to civilization and hustle after you finish.




The weather was always a factor. Buy good gear, it will make your trip so much more fun. If it wasn't raining, you were still getting wet from below as you crossed through creeks, puddles and a generally wet trail. Good gear and a good attitude went farther than anything towards making the trip fun.


H+I does a fantastic job of sending out training guides and preparation info in the months leading up to the trip. Follow their advice! Then train some more. I felt I trained really hard for this trip, but the trails were so vastly different from what we typically ride, I could easily have trained more or differently. Pure power played a huge part in managing traction. Running higher gears than you might on a typical steep grade. Short bursts of high output, between long slogs. And always technical and punchy. Then there is the hike-a-bike. Don't forget to pack up about 50lbs on your back and hike 1000ft up a steep grade.


The food was really good. Good enough to bring a few extra pounds home with me despite a week of mountain biking at a consistently high effort level.


Overall, the cost was a fantastic value. The Yeti rental bikes were very good and took the horrendous abuse we laid upon them. The accommodations, the food, the route, the service, it was all top notch.



Where next?

The coast to coast was better than I imagined. What a spectacular place to ride with every turn leading to another beautiful view.


Mark and Euan guided our group of 9, modifying as needed based on weather and trail conditions. They did an amazing job of keeping the group together and motivated. Our driver, Donald, was always on schedule and ready for us at every stop.


The Yeti bikes rode well, especially given all the terrain and water put in their way. All of the accommodations were clean with good breakfasts to fuel us for the long days ahead.


The planning and attention to detail by H+I is outstanding. They anticipated all our needs and went above and beyond to ensure everyone had a great experience.


I started looking at other trips while waiting to leave Inverness airport. I'll be back!

I was part of a 8 person group of friends guided by Chris and Mark. We were celebrating our good friends Byron's 50th birthday.

The trip was awesome. The humor, the tumbles, the climbs, the rain, the bogs, the downhills, the stream crossings, the hike a biking, the midges ( maybe not them), the food, the beers n whiskey, the locations, the clean air, the music, the conversations, hanging out with 8 great guys, and the H+I crew was exactly what made this trip awesome.

I want more! Thanks H+I

Just returned from an awesome week doing the Coast to Coast with Chris and Mark as our guides. To say we witnessed the best the Scottish weather gods could throw at us would be an understatement! A week of torrential rain immediately preceding our arrival combined with overnight rain most evenings meant for some really tough trail conditions (Tollie Path was an exercise in how to "Ride the River").


Despite all of the water Chris and Mark did an awesome job in guiding us through the route with a mix of expert advice and good humour (OK, let's be honest the "humour" was lousy but the advice was good and much needed).


The trip does take you through some truly breathtaking scenery with some really tough days in the saddle. The day riding into Torridon will definitely live long in the memory.


During the trip we stayed in some lovely hotels and B&Bs. Every night we were treated to great hospitality and great food and lovely local beers and whiskeys. The selection in the Kinlochewe Hotel was especially memorable.


I took my own bike as extra cost on the flights from London wasn't too expensive but was really impressed with the quality of the hire bikes that the team at H+I provided to the other guests so would definitely have a re-think next time.


I am already putting my pennies away for another trip next year. The only question is Torridon & Skye or Norway.......?


Thanks to the entire team to H+I for a great week exploring a truly stunning part of the world.

A good measure for a trip is how you feel about it 1 year later. As I sit here looking at pictures from slabby descents into the mist, dozens of moments from our trip return with visceral intensity.

It is a special experience and one that changes you forever. And it's not just the riding in Torridon that is the root of this comment. It's the view of the Scottish highlands and of highlanders that emerges through epic rides in wild places, through stories and insights from wonderful guides like Alex and Jono made more colorful with a little scotch or a pint, and through a group of strangers becoming close friends.

I am someone who seeks adventures that test limits-- emotional, physical and intellectual. I am not an adrenaline junky. I am drawn to experiences that inspire growth. This context is important.

Few adventure tour companies have the courage to sponsor mountain bike trips where the pedaling is every bit as inspiring and committing as the country you are moving through. Perhaps no other companies understand in the same way that such experiences only deepen when the end of a long day lands a group of tired riders at a pub or at a local's house for the night-- where the stories of the day's journey pale in comparison to the length of the menu.

Finally, a few words about Torridon. Torridon is an arresting place that demands your full attention. The misty landscape will be with me forever. The design of the H+I coast-to-coast trip is a major reason for the intensity of my memory: It is no accident. This trip begins with a few rides that prepare you for Torridon. Then, it immerses you into this world only when you are ready to see it.

I cannot say enough about this trip. For me, the only problem with the trip is that it ends. I look forward to my next adventure with H+I. These guys are the genuine article.

We were a group of 5 Austrians doing the Coast2Coast trip together. Every single aspect of this journey exceeded our expectations. Perfect organization, seamless logistics, wonderful accommodations, fantastic food AND some of the best single tracks we have ever ridden with a bike (will bring along more suspension travel next time!)! Above all two dedicated, bike-crazy guides Jono and Mark what a wonderful team!

My dream came true! I watched the video ON WANDERING so many times, dreaming of riding into The Highlands and it happened! Every expectation that I had became true with a big bonus!

First, our fabulous guides Jono and Mark who leaded us in this journey! Thank you for your devotion, patience, your help when we needed, your passion is contagious and it has been a pleasure to ride with you.

About the trails, singletracks almost all the way, so fun technical parts, waterbars, rivers to cross, hike the bike in some places...we had in this tour all the kind of trails that every rider would like to ride! After a long day out, we were happy to join our group in typical accommodations owned by so kind people...and eat sooooo good food and drink so good beer!!😊

Finally, thank you so much H+I, your company is more than a five stars and I am waiting for my next tour with you.

I did the ride primarily to see the interior of the Scottish highlands which very few people have ever seen because it's so remote and it was spectacular. The challenge of riding every day for 7 days for 10 hours some days was also a big draw and a serious test of skills, stamina and endurance. It felt like a huge achievement to make it to the end.


The accommodation was good, the local food was great and the after ride beer every day was the best I'd ever tasted. Don't bother bringing your own bike. The Yeti bikes are really impressive and there is no limit to the punishment they can take. The H+I logistics were seamless and the guides were friendly and professional with expert local knowledge.


Overall a very memorable "bucket list" experience. Looking forward to the next one.

This trip exceeded our expectations - the scenery, the technical trials, the bogs, the midges, the incredible food, the delicious local brews, the long days on the bike . . . what a ride! We came to Scotland intermediate riders and left being able to ride down some of the craziest single-track I've ever seen - big, loose, and baggy! We loved the journey aspect of the trip. After multiple long days on the bike - through rivers, bogs, bothies, and up and over and around mountains - it felt like such an accomplishment to roll into Applecross and dip our toes in the sea. The logistics were seamless, the guides friendly, knowledgable, and skilled riders/mechanics, and everyone at H+I was an absolute pleasure to work with. We can't wait for our next H+I adventure!

Coast to Coast is an ABSOLUTE must do. To start, the entire crew at H+I Adventures are top notch, so friendly and impeccable with everything you could ever ask for. The YETI bikes are the bomb (don't bother to schlep your own) and super well cared for! The trails are AMAZING, everything you could ever desire from sweet rolling to gnarly technical, they will keep you on your toes the entire journey...and the views just keep on coming! My guides Alex and Chris were outstanding in every aspect AND had fantastic stories and sense of humor. The accommodations were great and the food at every stop along the way was delicious! Beer YUM!
The Scottish people are the nicest people I have ever met. Sign up for this tour you will be thrilled you did! I'm definitely booking more tours with H+I.

We got treated to the full range of Scottish 'summer' weather and still couldn't get enough. One of the great wilderness trips I've done and looking forward to many more H+I trips.
A massive thanks goes out to the whole H+I crew, especially Chris, Mark and Emma. They made 100% sure the whole group had a great time and can't speak highly enough of the whole setup. Thanks all!

An fabulous trip with H+I into the roughest and and most deserted terrains Scotland has got to offer. Seriously delighted by the group, the guides, the rental-bikes and the trails. This was well organized in every respect so we could focus on riding and enjoying the trip.

My third H+I Tour and the third time my expectations have been exceeded. A sensational mountain biking journey with a perfect balance of adventure, challenging trails, outstanding scenery, great food, brilliant accommodation and exceptional guides - all delivered with H+I's typically seamless logistics and faultless organisation. The latest high end Yeti carbon rental bikes are the icing on the cake. Another unforgettable experience that I am truly thankful for - cheers guys!

Besides the absolutely mint organisation, logistics and service, the riding was ace. I'd highly recommend this trip to anyone who enjoys long days on the bike in stunning and challenging scenery, followed by great local food and dito accomodations.

What a fabulous trip! the guides were amazing, the scenery was epic, and the rides were challenging but fun. We have a week of incredible weather, great food, wonderful people, and even some good single malt. All in all could not have asked for more. Thanks H+I, you guys are great!

Outstanding value. Great logistics, perfect bikes, wonderful guides, and the food exceeded my expectations by a huge margin. Thanks for putting together such a wonderful trip. You, Chris and Kev really made the week special.

With the most enthusiastic and energetic Boys Own Brigade from Minnesota, Utah and Colorado we laughed and bantered our way from Bonar Bridge to Applecross, pausing only to soak up the stunning scenery and sunshine, fuelled by fresh oysters and regular drams of single malt.
This was a mountain bike adventure to remember and to cherish amongst all others for its challenges, its rewards and its companionship. As the sole female rider I felt welcomed, included, cared for and respected despite being surrounded by some of the strongest athletes in Minneapolis and beyond.
A superb trip. Highly recommended. Thanks go to the outstanding skills of the H+I team for ensuring all our needs were met and that each of us finished every day with an ear-to-ear grin!

Just got back from an unforgettable Coast to Coast trip in the Scottish Highlands. Two of the best guides in the business, Chris "The Bear" and Kevin "The Mountain Biking Poet", took care of every single detail through some of Scotland's most remote, scenic terrain, except the pedaling part. That part is up to you. Epic vistas. Big mountain riding. Challenging, fun, technical uphills. Adrenaline-pumping descents. With some great tips from our guides, we all left being better riders than we came. The food was sensational. Fresh seafood on the coast. Venison stew in the mountains. Brand new, carbon Yeti All Mountain 650B bikes. And we got super lucky, gorgeous weather the entire week. But we would've had a blast in any weather. What else do you want in a trip? Book it now.

The coast to coast trip is an unforgettable experience, a mountain journey with all of the elements. I loved being in the highlands, away from roads and crowds, just massive views, lakes, rivers, and singletrack.

Huge thanks to H+I Adventures for dialling in an amazing trip for us through the Scottish Highlands. We came looking for an adventure with challenging terrain and that's exactly what they delivered. Beautiful landscapes, a taste of the local food and drink, and all with great people. I can't imagine a better way to experience Scotland!

This trip kicked my ass and I loved it. The food was amazing. The scenery was gorgeous. There really aren't enough words to describe Alex. Brilliant! I was pushed and became a better rider because of it. Thank you.

Let's make this short: If there would be a sixth star, this would be my rating. The trails were challenging but fun, the mud was wet and there was always a hot shower, a comfortable bed and a good meal at the end of the day. The guides did an awesome job so we could enjoy the tour. Thank you!

Amazing experience. Perfekt organisation. The best guides expertise you can found. Incredible food, every evening. Words can not describe this adventure...you must done it. Absolute awesome. We felt never such a warm welcome like by H+I -Adventures, before in holidays...all the time. The best tour we have ever done...Everytime again with you guys...

The trip was a flawless experience and must do. If you are second guessing about this holiday, simply - don't! The hospitality of the tour guides and behind the scenes logistics were outstanding. I can't think of a single thing that made this experience the best - the location is astonishing, the food was incredible and the tour guides expertise, tips and witty banter made me feel like I was riding with a group of friends by the end of the week.

It is an amazing trip which is well thought out and great fun to do. It is al lot of work and you are rewarded with some great views and even better single tracks and decent.



The H&I team are awesome. Very friendly and always willing to help and make sure everybody has an awesome time in the Highlands. Follow there advise and you will have a great time.

Scotland has been amazing of course - seriously if you haven't been to the highlands before it's more stunning than you can imagine then some!! Your ridding your bike through the most beautiful and most remote parts of Britain. Most days we didn't see anyone else all day. It is a real physical challenge but it's so worth it. The sense of achievement at the end fueled at least two celebrations. 



The other thing that has set this trip apart for me has been the H@I people and all the extra effort they go too make our trip easier, more fun or more educational. Every single one of the H@I team will go the extra mile. Everything from helping me pack my bike up for the way home to making sure there was tea and cakes ready when we got back the HQ. 



Finally our guides (Alex and Ben) were simply superb. They really know their stuff and their country, they never got flustered no matter how many bikes broke, incompetent guests hit water bars, or head planted into streams, they always had time to help despite how tired they were and are really great company. The banter just never stopped. Alex's scale: babies heads, picky, picky with baby's heads, spicy, technical, pokey, and mad should be captured for all to use! 



One tip: match the kit list exactly - you really do need this stuff. 

It's been just a few days since returning from my first trip with H&I, the Coast-to-Coast Scotland adventure, and I'm already plotting future escapes. The aching legs might have receded but the memories of haunting beautiful landscapes and new friendships forged over mind-blowing riding and will remain for a long time. The food & accommodation was consistently excellent. Our guides Kevin and Ross really made the week and couldn't have been more welcoming, competent and fun. This is a tough week of long days in the saddle but if you're riding is at a decent level you won't regret booking for a second. See you next time H&I!

In short, the tour just was perfect. The mix of super guides (the best), super tracks, nice hotels, the food, the weather ;-). All-in-all, 100%

Words cannot truly describe the experience I had on this tour. This was a very memorable experience - every day was truly a new adventure (on and off the bike). Our team got to experience many challenges on the trail, and the weather provided some excitement, but the H&I team responded to the challenge, making the week one of the best ever. The trails were challenging, the guides were amazing, the food was some of the best I've ever experienced, and the scenery of Scotland was breath-taking.



The team at H&I really delivered on this tour - I am already planning my next adventure with them.

The bike tour Isabella and me expected turned out to be a real adventure along the remote trails of Scotland and GREAT mountain biking experience guided by elite athletes on their own backyard. People I now regard as friends.

Certainly one week to last forever in the memories and stories of our entire group.

H&I Adventures turned out to be the perfect choice in every aspect; accommodation, logistics, choice of restaurants, itinerary, guidance regarding gear, technic, trail challenges and all, culminating in positive atmosphere for a perfect holiday.

I also suspect they booked 'perfect weather' for the week - don't ask me how, but it was incredible!

Last but not least, this experience is sure to make even the most advanced cyclists better mountain bikers; trails are just as technical as they are beautiful and remote, so being fit should increase fun levels exponentially and the guides will make sure you are challenged onto new levels.

Alex, Ben, thanks a lot and we hope to see you both in our next H&I Adventure!

Nik and Bella

Exceeded all expectations. The most amazing techy descents and amazing scenery. I was blown away with the experience of a lifetime. I can't say enough to everyone that this is the best week in my life! I was impressed with how well organized the whole accommodations were set up and it was a great part of the tour and nice stress reliever to have and experience the Scottish culture and amazing food! Our guides Alex Glasgow and Ross Dunn were top notch! The guides really made the trip that much more fun and exciting and EPIC!

It was an Epic adventure, the reality was orders of magnitude greater than the expectations. The trails were challenging and unridable in some parts, but I expected no less from an uncompromising part of the stark beauty that is the Highlands. The guides were aware of everything going on during the ride and an integral part of the group.

I cannot stress what an amazing tour this is. The scenery and trails are just out of this world. You must do this trip before you die..but be ready for hard work and amazing climbs and descending. Just Stunning; and the guides are THE BEST you will ever ride with - Kevin and Chris are legends. And the food is so so good and local and tasty and brilliant! Book it.

Perfect tour

Perfect guiding

Perfect accommodation

Perfect ....

From my first enquiry, through to flying home, this tour was well organised, efficient and friendly. Oh, and the riding was as good as it gets! Very good accommodation with good food all the way. Catherine and Euan's organisation is spot-on. Alex and Ross make the trip fun and enjoyable. Big mountains, long days riding, big descents, technical climbs, fast single track, its all on this trip!! I'll be back soon.

Tremendous! Fantastic biking in the most majestic of settings combined with great accomodation, food and ale. I highly recommend both this trip and the professional H&I Adventures team. From initial booking to leaving at the end of our week, Euan, Alex and Catherine couldn't have been more helpful, informative and entertaining. Thanks to all three of you for a superb week.

What an awesome week on a bike with a brilliant bunch of lads. H&I Adventures run a seamless operation, top quality trip. I feel I have new blood in my veins; full of motivation and passion to explore the world on my bike. Probably why I booked my next trip before I had even left Scotland!

Where to begin... this was hands down the best week of mountain biking I have ever experienced. Not only were the guides great people and knowledgeable of the trails and riding, but they knew lots about the towns and food we were experiencing as well. Catherine was very accommodating to all of my questions, which there were tons of. She does an amazing job. Made some great friends as well. The trip was perfect and I couldn't have asked for more.

Varied and exciting trails, awesome scenery, excellent food and ale, frequent hearty laughs,...just like I'd visualized my dream-bike week! Catherine's patient and helpful support in the office and the professional guiding from Euan and Tim made it possible. THANKS!

Absolutely incredible riding; challenging and rewarding trails in a stunning setting. Superb guiding from Euan and Tim and excellent logistics support from Catherine. Beautiful scenery, comfortable accommodations and (too much) delicious food! We even got lucky on the weather--I came home with a tan! I HIGHLY recommend this trip.

…epic, challenging, awesome. A few words to describe our recent holiday with H&I Adventures. This was our first experience with H&I Adventures and we’re already trying to figure out when we can holiday with them again. We were impressed with the resources available to allow, as in our case, eleven individuals of varying abilities to maximize their experience over the course of the week. The skill level rating and description for this tour reflects the scope and scale of all that the Coast-to-Coast Scotland has to offer. Thanks again Euan & Catherine for a great holiday.

Leg busting climbs and thrilling descents! I'd travel to the ends of the earth with H&I Adventures, dedicated as they are to providing adventure and comfort while safety and competence lead the way.

We highly recommend the Coast to Coast trip. This was our second time traveling with H&I Adventures and it won't be our last. Euan, Catherine and the H&I Adventures guides are great to work with from pre-trip planning through trip follow up. The riding in the Highlands is amazing and the accommodations and food are fabulous.

What a great trip to explore what Scotland has to offer in the Highlands area! H&I Adventures team led by Euan and Catherine were great to work with and guide us before and during the trip. The team was able to swiftly adapt to the weather changes and any other challenges put in front of our group. The routes chosen were a great mix of double & single track as well as road. Euan's knowledge of the weather and course were top notch! Evenings were relaxing with great places to stay and delicious food! I highly suggest leveraging H&I Adventures for any of your holiday biking trips!

A fantastic MTB trip all round. Awesome scenery on our own back door combined with challenging MTB trails under the leadership of very professional and attentive guides. I have travelled to numerous places over the world on similar types of trips and this is equal to the best of them. The quality of the guiding was the best I have experienced and if this is anything to go by I would highly recommend a H&I Adventures trip to anyone looking for a bit of adventure on a bike!

The coast-to-coast was the perfect match for us, loving to travel, wanting to discover Scotland and being passionate about mountain biking. Alex and Kevin took us to some of the most remote places in the Highlands where astonishing views and rocking descents made us immediately forget about strenuous climbs or struggling legs. Even though at the start and the end of each day there was a nice and comfortable B&B, it felt like miles away after only five minutes of pedalling and we had a great outdoor experience with our most memorable part being that river crossing! Many thanks to H&I Adventures and the whole group for this amazing trip!

First of all a big thank you to the guides who made this adventure just perfect. Riding the most fantastic singletrails was a big part of a day. We definitely enjoyed the second part too where we were hanging out together in the nicest places sharing funny moments. Still bunny hopping through our dreams; we already miss Scotland.

This is a fantastic tour through some of the most beautiful parts of Scotland with some of the best riding we have experienced. Even coming from Scotland, it was great doing this guided tour as all of the thinking was done for us (where to ride, navigation, accommodation, where to eat etc). Euan and Kevin sorted everything out so all we had to do was enjoy the riding and the spectacular scenery.

My wife and I had been reading about the great mountain biking in the Scottish Highlands. We found H & I while researching our Scotland trip and were really glad we hooked up with them. Euan knows where to ride and how to do it in style. Riding across the Highlands on great mountain bike trails everyday and staying in very comfortable accommodations at night was THE way to do it. The trails were varied with lots of technical, single track fun and the scenery was spectacular. I really felt like I earned that Guinness at the end of each day! We realized that if we'd tried to put together a ride like that on our own we'd have missed out entirely. A little advice for anyone getting ready for this trip: while training for the riding, don't forget to work on your grin muscles or your face is going to hurt after a few days!

I was really impressed with the way Euan and Alex accommodated our group and tailored the route along the way when it was needed. Having the opportunity to bike across the Highlands, in all its rugged glory, was truly an exhilarating and rewarding experience. Riding cross-country allowed a completely unique perspective of Scotland. It was an adventure that will not soon be forgotten! Thanks again!