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Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Tour Description: Guided
If you're looking for a mountain bike tour that's a little bit special and combines the most beautiful and unspoilt landscapes of the Scottish Highlands with excellent local food, drink and hospitality, our new 'Tastes and Trails of Scotland' mountain bike tour is for you.
This Highland mountain bike tour takes in the majesty of the Cairngorms National Park; the pure, white sands of Arisaig; the breath-taking wilderness of the Isle of Skye; and the mystery of Loch Ness.
During your week-long tour you'll experience some of the more remote, and off-the-beaten-track corners of the west coast - not just by bike - but by steam train, boat, car and on foot, ensuring that you soak up as much of the culture and natural beauty of Scotland as possible.
Read a blog post from our operator partner, H&I Adventures: 6 things you never knew about Scotland >
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If you're looking for a mountain bike tour that's a little bit special and combines the most beautiful and unspoilt landscapes of the Scottish Highlands with excellent local food, drink and hospitality, our new 'Tastes and Trails of Scotland' mountain bike tour is for you.
This Highland mountain bike tour takes in the majesty of the Cairngorms National Park; the pure, white sands of Arisaig; the breath-taking wilderness of the Isle of Skye; and the mystery of Loch Ness.
During your week-long tour you'll experience some of the more remote, and off-the-beaten-track corners of the west coast - not just by bike - but by steam train, boat, car and on foot, ensuring that you soak up as much of the culture and natural beauty of Scotland as possible.
Read a blog post from our operator partner, H&I Adventures: 6 things you never knew about Scotland >
Learn more about guided tours.
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Highlights: Guided
- Discover amazing, off-the-beaten-track mountain bike trails
- Taste the best local Highland produce, including world-renowned seafood, delicious local meat and cheeses, and of course, the finest Scottish whiskies
- Ride the famous Jacobite Express steam train (from the Harry Potter movies) to Arisaig, voted one of the best train journeys in the world by National Geographic magazine
- Explore Scotland’s stunning west coast landscapes by mountain bike, bus, train, foot and boat
- Relax and unwind each night in 3- or 4-star B&B accommodation
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Highlights: Self-guided
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- Discover amazing, off-the-beaten-track mountain bike trails
- Taste the best local Highland produce, including world-renowned seafood, delicious local meat and cheeses, and of course, the finest Scottish whiskies
- Ride the famous Jacobite Express steam train (from the Harry Potter movies) to Arisaig, voted one of the best train journeys in the world by National Geographic magazine
- Explore Scotland’s stunning west coast landscapes by mountain bike, bus, train, foot and boat
- Relax and unwind each night in 3- or 4-star B&B accommodation
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Daily Program: Guided
Day 1: Arrival to Inverness (9 miles/15 km)
Arrive in Inverness, where your guide will welcome you. On to Laggan Wolftrax to size up bikes, have lunch and stretch our legs with an afternoon ride. Tonight we will stay in a luxurious B&B in the local area, where they will prepare a wonderful three course dinner of locally-sourced produce.
Overnight in Inverness.
Day 2: Fort Williams - Arisaig (no riding)
First thing this morning we will transfer to Fort William for a look around the Ben Nevis information center, before settling down to lunch in a seafood restaurant. After lunch we catch Harry Potter’s train, the Jacobite Express, to Mallaig, voted one of the best train rides in the world by National Geographic magazine. Our guide will pick you up in Mallaig and transfer you to Arisaig for dinner and our accommodation.
Overnight in Arisaig.
Day 3: Arisaig - Morar - Arisaig (12 miles/20 km)
Today we will mountain bike along the coast to a hilltop bothy (mountain hut) that is located 328 feet (100 m) above a stunning secluded bay looking out to the Isle of Skye. Once we have finished exploring we’ll walk around the beach, have a picnic lunch and cycle back out to our accommodation. On return we’ll freshen up, then go for a coastal walk or relax on the white sandy beaches of Morar, then back for dinner in Arisaig.
Overnight in Arisaig.
Day 4: Arisaig - Portree (12 miles/20 km)
After a hearty breakfast, we make our way to the Skye ferry. This is a 30-minute boat journey that crosses between Knoydart (the last true wilderness in Scotland) and the islands of Eigg and Rum. When we arrive at the village of Armadale we go for a woodland wildlife walk, before straying further along the coastline to the world famous Kinloch Lodge, and our Michelin-starred lunch. After lunch we can take our bikes out for an easy afternoon ride to get a panoramic view of the red and black Cuillin mountains. Then we’ll transfer to our accommodation in Portree.
Overnight in Portree.
Day 5: Portree - Plockton (3 miles/5 km walk)
This morning we’ll head north for a walk up and around the Old Man of Storr, and its 'Lord of the Rings' landscape. On returning to Portree we’ll have lunch at a local café, before going to the Talisker distillery in the heart of the island for a tour and tasting. We’ll then transfer to the mainland fishing village of Plockton.
Overnight in Plockton.
Day 6: Round trip around Plockton (12 miles/20 km)
After a relaxed breakfast watching the village coming to life we’ll pedal across the peninsula and back around the coast again on a lovely morning ride that will have you ready for your lunch on the shores of Loch Carron. Once lunch has settled we’ll embark on a fantastic seal and dolphin watching cruise around to Applecross, before returning to Plockton for another night.
Overnight in Plockton.
Day 7: Plockton - Fort Augustus (6 miles/10 km)
We leave Plockton behind in favour of heading inland to the banks of Loch Ness. En-route we will stop off at Eilean Donan Castle for a tour and some refreshments, then continue through Glen Sheil and onto our accommodation for the night at Glen Garry. From our hotel we can bike along the Great Glen Way to Fort Augustus for our chance to see Loch Ness and the canal locks at Fort Augustus.
Overnight in Fort Augustus.
Day 8: Departure
Departure day Transfer back to Inverness and our goodbyes.
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Daily Program: Self-guided
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Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Dates: Guided
May 20; August 24, 2013
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
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Packages and Prices: Guided
| Tour package (guided) |
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| Per person, double occupancy |
£980 |
| Single room supplement (1 person/1 room) |
£220 |
| Transfer from Glasgow or Edinburgh airport to start (per transfer; up to 8) |
£175 |
| Mountain bike, hardtail |
£240 |
| Equipment provided free with all rentals |
£0 |
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*The dollar amount is based on today's exchange rate and is subject to currency fluctuation.
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Packages and Prices: Self-guided
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Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Included Services: Guided
- 7 nights accommodation
- Breakfasts daily
- Luggage transfer
- Vehicle support
- Some laundry services (not every hotel will be able to wash clothes, but some will)
- Guide riding with group
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Included Services: Self-guided
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Hotels: Guided
These are sample hotels and may vary based on availability.
The Rumblie, Laggan
www.rumblie.com
The Rumblie is located in the small village of Laggan nestling on the western edge of the Caringorms National Park.
Myrtle Bank Guest House, Fort William
www.myrtlebankguesthouse.co.uk
The Myrtle Bank Guest House is an attractive Victorian villa dating from the 1890's, and enjoys a magnificent location beside Loch Linnhe on the south side of Fort William.
The Old Library Lodge, Arisaig
www.oldlibrary.co.uk
The Old Library Lodge and Restaurant is a 200-year old stone built stable that has been converted into a cheerful and welcoming restaurant with rooms.
Marmalade, Portree
www.marmaladehotels.com
Hotel Marmalade features a lovely interior inside an old Georgian building and also has gardens overlooking the village of Portree, the loch and Cuillion Mountains.
The Torridon Inn, Wester Ross
www.thetorridon.com/inn
The Torridon Inn is situated close to the shores of Loch Torridon, offering guests cozy, comfortable accommodation and traditional pub food.
The Lovat, Fort Augustus
www.thelovat.com
The Lovat is an award-winning hotel in the loch-side village of Fort Augustus.
Interested in visiting other areas before or after your tour? Visit our hotels page to learn more about lodging options.
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Hotels: Self-guided
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These are sample hotels and may vary based on availability.
The Rumblie, Laggan
www.rumblie.com
The Rumblie is located in the small village of Laggan nestling on the western edge of the Caringorms National Park.
Myrtle Bank Guest House, Fort William
www.myrtlebankguesthouse.co.uk
The Myrtle Bank Guest House is an attractive Victorian villa dating from the 1890's, and enjoys a magnificent location beside Loch Linnhe on the south side of Fort William.
The Old Library Lodge, Arisaig
www.oldlibrary.co.uk
The Old Library Lodge and Restaurant is a 200-year old stone built stable that has been converted into a cheerful and welcoming restaurant with rooms.
Marmalade, Portree
www.marmaladehotels.com
Hotel Marmalade features a lovely interior inside an old Georgian building and also has gardens overlooking the village of Portree, the loch and Cuillion Mountains.
The Torridon Inn, Wester Ross
www.thetorridon.com/inn
The Torridon Inn is situated close to the shores of Loch Torridon, offering guests cozy, comfortable accommodation and traditional pub food.
The Lovat, Fort Augustus
www.thelovat.com
The Lovat is an award-winning hotel in the loch-side village of Fort Augustus.
Interested in visiting other areas before or after your tour? Visit our hotels page to learn more about lodging options.
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Bike Rentals: Guided
Available bikes include a full suspension mountain bike or a hardtail mountain bike. All bikes are of superior quality and come with hydraulic disk brakes, Fox or Rockshox suspension, Maxxis tyres and high end finishing kit.
Equipment provided free with rentals include helmets and pedals. Available upon request for no cost are cycling bags and a bottle cage.
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Bike Rentals: Self-guided
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Available bikes include a full suspension mountain bike or a hardtail mountain bike. All bikes are of superior quality and come with hydraulic disk brakes, Fox or Rockshox suspension, Maxxis tyres and high end finishing kit.
Equipment provided free with rentals include helmets and pedals. Available upon request for no cost are cycling bags and a bottle cage.
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Surface and Terrain: Guided
The terrain on this tour is moderately hilly. Approximately 80% of the tour is on dirt trails, 15% on dirt or gravel roads and 5% on quiet roads. The maximum daily elevation gain for this tour is 1,312 feet (400 m).
This tour is rated Leisurely and is for mountain bikers in average physical condition.
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
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Surface and Terrain: Self-guided
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The terrain on this tour is moderately hilly. Approximately 80% of the tour is on dirt trails, 15% on dirt or gravel roads and 5% on quiet roads. The maximum daily elevation gain for this tour is 1,312 feet (400 m).
This tour is rated Leisurely and is for mountain bikers in average physical condition.
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How To Get There: Guided
Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Inverness, Scotland
Nearest train station: Inverness, Scotland
The tour begins at Inverness railway station, and in the exceptional cases where we meet elsewhere you will be contacted with details of the meeting point.
A transfer from Glasgow or Edinburgh airport is available at a cost of 175 pounds per transfer, which can be split between up to 8 passengers.
Inverness by rail:
Three hours from Glasgow and Edinburgh, and eight hours or overnight from London. For up-to-date timetables and booking information visit: www.firstscotrail.com or www.thetrainline.com.
Inverness by coach:
Coach services run from London and other UK cities to Inverness. Regular coaches run from Glasgow (three hours), Edinburgh (three hours) and Aberdeen (two hours) to Inverness. For up-to-date coach timetables and booking information visit: www.gobycoach.com or www.citylink.co.uk.
Inverness by air:
Inverness is becoming increasingly well-served by major and budget airlines from all over the UK and Ireland. For up-to-date timetables and booking information visit: www.ba.com, www.easyjet.com, www.ryanair.com, www.easternairways.com or www.hial.co.uk.
If your group requires transfer from another Scottish airport, please ask.
Tips on getting to and from your tour
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How To Get There: Self-guided
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Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Inverness, Scotland
Nearest train station: Inverness, Scotland
The tour begins at Inverness railway station, and in the exceptional cases where we meet elsewhere you will be contacted with details of the meeting point.
A transfer from Glasgow or Edinburgh airport is available at a cost of 175 pounds per transfer, which can be split between up to 8 passengers.
Inverness by rail:
Three hours from Glasgow and Edinburgh, and eight hours or overnight from London. For up-to-date timetables and booking information visit: www.firstscotrail.com or www.thetrainline.com.
Inverness by coach:
Coach services run from London and other UK cities to Inverness. Regular coaches run from Glasgow (three hours), Edinburgh (three hours) and Aberdeen (two hours) to Inverness. For up-to-date coach timetables and booking information visit: www.gobycoach.com or www.citylink.co.uk.
Inverness by air:
Inverness is becoming increasingly well-served by major and budget airlines from all over the UK and Ireland. For up-to-date timetables and booking information visit: www.ba.com, www.easyjet.com, www.ryanair.com, www.easternairways.com or www.hial.co.uk.
If your group requires transfer from another Scottish airport, please ask.
Tips on getting to and from your tour
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Weather: Guided
Weather Underground offers information on average and record temperatures at many destinations throughout the globe. Type a destination in the search box and enter a travel date range to learn about seasonal weather patterns.
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Weather: Self-guided
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Weather Underground offers information on average and record temperatures at many destinations throughout the globe. Type a destination in the search box and enter a travel date range to learn about seasonal weather patterns.
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More about Scotland: Guided
Scotland's rich history and culture are evidenced in its large cities of Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and Glasgow. But it’s the rolling green hills and dramatic moors of the Scottish countryside that mark this as a top destination for international travelers.
The "lochs" (lakes) are popular sites, particularly the famous Loch Ness and its alleged sea monster. The romance and drama of the barren moors covered in thick fog is an unforgettable sight. The coastal areas of Scotland feature craggy cliffs and many world-class golf courses. The tiny islands dotting the coast are home to quaint fishing villages and fantastic seafood.
More on bicycling in Scotland >
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More about Scotland: Self-guided
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Scotland's rich history and culture are evidenced in its large cities of Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and Glasgow. But it’s the rolling green hills and dramatic moors of the Scottish countryside that mark this as a top destination for international travelers.
The "lochs" (lakes) are popular sites, particularly the famous Loch Ness and its alleged sea monster. The romance and drama of the barren moors covered in thick fog is an unforgettable sight. The coastal areas of Scotland feature craggy cliffs and many world-class golf courses. The tiny islands dotting the coast are home to quaint fishing villages and fantastic seafood.
More on bicycling in Scotland >
View all Scotland bike tours >
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
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Tour Company Background: H&I Adventures: Guided
H&I Adventures specializes in exceptional guided mountain bike adventures in some of the most spectacular locations in the world.
We personally research and test all of our tours before taking any bookings. We're committed to responsible tourism and use local guides/ drivers/ fixers in all our destinations, and contribute to local conservation efforts.
Our guides are among the best in the industry and give our customers a truly memorable experience. We offer skilled advice on all of our tours - no matter what level - to ensure our customers get the most out of their trip with us.
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
Tastes and Trails of Scotland
Tour Company Background: H&I Adventures: Self-guided
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H&I Adventures specializes in exceptional guided mountain bike adventures in some of the most spectacular locations in the world.
We personally research and test all of our tours before taking any bookings. We're committed to responsible tourism and use local guides/ drivers/ fixers in all our destinations, and contribute to local conservation efforts.
Our guides are among the best in the industry and give our customers a truly memorable experience. We offer skilled advice on all of our tours - no matter what level - to ensure our customers get the most out of their trip with us.
Ultimate Foodie Mountain Bike Tour
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Terms and Conditions: H&I Adventures: Guided
Please take the time to read and understand the conditions of booking set out below prior to booking your mountain bike tour with H&I Adventures Ltd. We strongly recommend that you also read all the details set out in the web page relating to your trip prior to booking to ensure that you understand the itinerary and style of the trip you are undertaking.
Agreement
The terms and conditions set forth in this agreement constitute the entire understanding and agreement between you the trip ‘Participant’ and H&I Adventures Ltd (H&I Adventures) with respect to any and all bookings, tours and transactions made with H&I Adventures.
By submitting a booking form online, you accept all of the terms in this agreement and direct us to perform services on your behalf. All persons named in this booking (‘Participants’) are subject to this agreement. By submitting your booking form online you affirm that you have made all other Participants listed in the booking aware of these terms – regardless of how final payment is made – and that all Participants accept these terms.
Cancellation by you
A cancellation will only be effective when we receive written confirmation of the cancellation. We do not offer any refund on monies paid for a cancellation made by you, therefore we strongly advise you to purchase trip cancellation and interruption insurance at the time of booking which will cover cancellation fees.
If you leave, or have to be removed from a trip for any reason after it has commenced we are not obliged to make any refunds for unused services. There are no exceptions to this cancellation policy, including for reasons related to weather, terrorism, civil strife, family or medical emergencies, or any other circumstances beyond our control.
Cancellation by H&I Adventures
We may cancel a trip at any time prior to departure if, due to terrorism, natural disasters, political instability or other external events it is not viable for us to operate the planned itinerary. If we cancel your trip, you can transfer amounts paid to an alternative departure date or alternatively receive a full refund. In circumstances where cancellation is due to external events outside our reasonable control, refunds will be less any unrecoverable expenses and non-refundable deposit paid. We are not responsible for any incidental expenses that you may have incurred as a result of your booking including, but not limited to, visas, vaccinations, travel insurance excess, or non- refundable flights, train or bus tickets.
Booking amendments
If you wish to transfer from one trip to another you must notify us at least 60 days prior to the proposed departure date. A fee of GBP £50 per person per change will apply. If you notify us less than 60 days prior to the proposed departure date the refund policy applicable to cancellations will apply. No amendments are permitted to your booking within 10 days of departure.
Acceptance of risk and responsibilities as a tour Participant
You acknowledge that the nature of a mountain bike trip is adventurous and participation involves a degree of personal risk. You will be visiting places where the political, cultural and geographical attributes present dangers and physical challenges greater than those present in our daily lives. We use information from government foreign departments and reports from our own contacts in assessing whether the itinerary should operate. However it is also your own responsibility to acquaint yourself with all possible relevant travel information and the nature of your itinerary. You
acknowledge that your decision to travel is made in light of consideration of this information and you accept that you assume the personal risks attendant upon such travel.
You also acknowledge and clearly understand that during the course of the trip certain risks and dangers may occur, including but not limited to the hazards of travelling in mountainous regions. You agree to assume all risks associated with the journey and agree that no liability will attach to H&I Adventures or to any member of the tour group in respect of death, personal injury, illness or delay of the passenger, or for any loss of or damage to the property of the passenger during the course of the trip, howsoever caused. H&I Adventures reserves the right to decline, to accept, or to retain any person as a member of any party at any time.
Indemnification
I agree to indemnify (meaning to defend and to pay or reimburse) H&I Adventures against any claim by anyone arising in whole or in part from an injury or other loss suffered or caused by me in connection with my participation in an H&I Adventures tour.
Limitation of liability
H&I Adventures acts only as an intermediary for certain independent suppliers that provide lodging, meals, transportation, and other activities or goods and services connected with your tour (‘Supplier’ or ‘Suppliers’). You acknowledge that you are aware and clearly understand that these Suppliers are independent contractors, are not managed by H&I Adventures, and are not agents or employees of H&I Adventures. A Supplier’s services are subject to the Supplier’s own terms and conditions and the local laws and regulations of the relevant country. H&I Adventures will not provide any refund for a Supplier’s delay, cancellation, overbooking, or strike.
H&I Adventures shall not be held responsible for any damages caused by the total or partial failure to carry out the contract if such failure is due to the theft of bicycles or injury as a result of cycling either on- or off-road, and in particular, injuries as a result of either inadequately maintained and services personal equipment, or failure to wear the correct safety equipment, most notably cycle helmets.
Force Majeure
H&I Adventures will not be deemed in breach of this agreement or otherwise liable to you, by reason of delay in performance or non-performance of any of its obligations under this agreement to the extent that any such delay or non-performance is due to any Force Majeure. ‘Force Majeure’ means any circumstances beyond the reasonable control of H&I Adventures, including without limitation acts of God, terrorist activities, insurrection, explosion, flood, tempest, forceful wind, fire or accident, war or threat of war declared or undeclared, sabotage, civil, disturbance, labour strikes, requisition, sickness, quarantine, government intervention, weather conditions, and unforeseen circumstances.
If H&I Adventures and/or any of its Suppliers are affected by Force Majeure, they shall be entitled to, and may in their sole discretion, vary of cancel any itinerary or arrangement in relation to the tour. Regarding civil unrest, once H&I Adventures has investigated the prevailing situation, as it deems fit, it shall remain in H&I Adventures’ sole and absolute discretion whether to proceed with the tour.
Minimum: General Policy: For the majority of our trips the minimum age is 18 years. In exceptional circumstance we may allow children between 12 and 18 years-old, accompanied by a responsible adult, to join one of our tours. This decision will be at the discretion of H&I Adventures.
Maximum: General Policy: For the majority of our trips we have no upper age limit though we remind you that our trips can be physically demanding and a Self-Assessment form is required for all clients 65 years and over.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all H&I Adventures travellers and should be taken out at the time of booking. Your travel insurance must provide cover against personal accident, death, medical expenses and emergency repatriation with a recommended minimum coverage of US$200,000 for each of the categories of cover. We also strongly recommend it covers cancellation, curtailment, personal liability and loss of luggage and personal effects. You must provide proof of your travel insurance on the first day of your trip; you will not be able to join the trip without it.
Pre-departure documentation
It is important that you read carefully all trip-related documents that you receive from us as soon as you receive them. It is your responsibility to contact us if any information is incorrect. We cannot accept liability if you do not notify us of any inaccuracies within seven days of your receipt of those documents. This agreement, a waiver of liability and assumption of risk agreement and, if required, a medical statement must be submitted by you. If you fail to submit this and other necessary documentation prior to departure, we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled by you and impose the cancellation fees described in this agreement.
Passport and visas
You are responsible for ensuring that all necessary travel documents are valid and effective and in your possession for the entire tour. Passports are required for travelling abroad and should be valid for at least six months after your date of return. We suggest that you apply for or renew a passport early. Other required documents may include visas, permits, and vaccination certificates. You assume complete responsibility for checking and verifying any and all passport, visa, vaccination, or other entry requirements. You are also solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from incomplete or defective documentation. While we may provide information or advice on matters such as visas, vaccinations, climate, clothing, baggage, and special equipment in good faith as a courtesy to you, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions as to the information provided.
Flexibility
You appreciate and acknowledge that the nature of this type of travel requires considerable flexibility and you should allow for alternatives. The itinerary provided for each trip is representative of the types of activities contemplated, but it is understood that the route, schedules, itineraries,
amenities and mode of transport may be subject to alteration without prior notice due to local circumstances or events.
Change of itinerary
While we endeavour to operate all trips as described we reserve the right to change the trip itinerary. Please refer to our website before departure for the most recent updates to your itinerary.
After departure: We reserve the right to change an itinerary after departure as a result of weather, local circumstances or events outside of our control. In such emergency circumstances the additional cost of any necessary itinerary alterations will be covered by you: please refer to the Trip Notes for your trip for details of Emergency Funds which you agree to carry, to be used in such instances.
Please note we are not responsible for any incidental expenses that may be incurred as a result of the change of itinerary such as visas, vaccinations or non-refundable flights.
Authority on tour
Our group trips are run by an H&I Adventures guide. The decision of the guide is final on all matters likely to affect the safety or well-being of any person participating in the trip. If you fail to comply with a decision made by a guide, or interfere with the well-being of the group, the guide may order you to leave the trip immediately, with no right of refund. In such a circumstance, where a traveller is removed from the trip, H&I Adventure accepts no responsibility for their transfer back to the tour end point or any costs incurred therein. Any transport arranged for the traveller in question will be at the sole discretion of H&I Adventures.
We may also elect not to carry you on any future trips booked. You must at all times comply with the laws, customs, foreign exchange and drug regulations of all countries visited, and you also agree to travel in accordance with our responsible travel guidelines.
Errors and omissions
Although we have made a concerted attempt to verify the accuracy of statements made in our trip documentation including brochure, website and trip brochure we cannot be held responsible for any error, omission or unintentional misrepresentation that may occur.
Complaint procedure
If you have a complaint during your tour, you must promptly notify H&I Adventures or your tour leader of the problem so that they can attempt to remedy the situation. Failure to do so while you are on tour will extinguish or reduce your ability to claim compensation from H&I Adventures. Further, if you attempt to address the problem on your own without using this notice procedure, you assume responsibility of added costs you may incur and forfeit any potential refunds.
If you are not satisfied after using this notice procedure, you must submit your complaint in writing to H&I Adventures within 14 days of the tour’s end date. H&I Adventures will not accept liability for claims received after this period.
Tour start date
It is your responsibility to be ready to embark on the tour as specified in the itinerary. H&I Adventures is not responsible for any losses due to cancelled or missed flights, changed flight itineraries, late arrivals, or early departures. Our responsibilities do not commence until the appointed time at the designated meeting point.
Severability
In the event that any term or condition contained in these Booking Conditions is unenforceable or void by operation of law or as being against public policy or for any other reason than such term or condition shall be deemed to be severed from this contract or amended accordingly only to such extent necessary to allow all remaining terms and conditions to survive and continue as binding.
Image release
You agree that H&I Adventures may use, re-use and reproduce any images, photos, or videos that you send to us, or that are taken by our guides and/or other Participants of you individually or in a group, in any medium, including but not limited to print, electronic media, or internet, free of charge and without your right to inspection, for promoting and publicising our travel products and services worldwide. If you do not want us to use any images of you that are taken by us or other Participants during the tour, you must inform us or your tour leader in writing at the start of the tour.
Privacy policy
Any personal information that we collect about you may be used for any purpose associated with the operation of a trip or to send you marketing material in relation to our events and special offers. The information may be disclosed to our agents, service providers or other suppliers to enable us to operate the trip. We will otherwise treat your details in accordance with our privacy policy (available for viewing on our Website).
Updating of terms and conditions
H&I Adventures reserves the right to update and/or alter these terms and conditions at any time. It is your responsibility to be familiar with these terms and conditions. The latest terms and conditions can be found on the H&I Adventures website www.mountainbikeworldwide.com/booking.
Applicable law
The laws of Scotland govern these Booking Conditions to the fullest extent allowable. Any disputes in connection with a trip or these Booking Conditions must be initiated in the courts of Scotland.
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Terms and Conditions: H&I Adventures: Self-guided
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Please take the time to read and understand the conditions of booking set out below prior to booking your mountain bike tour with H&I Adventures Ltd. We strongly recommend that you also read all the details set out in the web page relating to your trip prior to booking to ensure that you understand the itinerary and style of the trip you are undertaking.
Agreement
The terms and conditions set forth in this agreement constitute the entire understanding and agreement between you the trip ‘Participant’ and H&I Adventures Ltd (H&I Adventures) with respect to any and all bookings, tours and transactions made with H&I Adventures.
By submitting a booking form online, you accept all of the terms in this agreement and direct us to perform services on your behalf. All persons named in this booking (‘Participants’) are subject to this agreement. By submitting your booking form online you affirm that you have made all other Participants listed in the booking aware of these terms – regardless of how final payment is made – and that all Participants accept these terms.
Cancellation by you
A cancellation will only be effective when we receive written confirmation of the cancellation. We do not offer any refund on monies paid for a cancellation made by you, therefore we strongly advise you to purchase trip cancellation and interruption insurance at the time of booking which will cover cancellation fees.
If you leave, or have to be removed from a trip for any reason after it has commenced we are not obliged to make any refunds for unused services. There are no exceptions to this cancellation policy, including for reasons related to weather, terrorism, civil strife, family or medical emergencies, or any other circumstances beyond our control.
Cancellation by H&I Adventures
We may cancel a trip at any time prior to departure if, due to terrorism, natural disasters, political instability or other external events it is not viable for us to operate the planned itinerary. If we cancel your trip, you can transfer amounts paid to an alternative departure date or alternatively receive a full refund. In circumstances where cancellation is due to external events outside our reasonable control, refunds will be less any unrecoverable expenses and non-refundable deposit paid. We are not responsible for any incidental expenses that you may have incurred as a result of your booking including, but not limited to, visas, vaccinations, travel insurance excess, or non- refundable flights, train or bus tickets.
Booking amendments
If you wish to transfer from one trip to another you must notify us at least 60 days prior to the proposed departure date. A fee of GBP £50 per person per change will apply. If you notify us less than 60 days prior to the proposed departure date the refund policy applicable to cancellations will apply. No amendments are permitted to your booking within 10 days of departure.
Acceptance of risk and responsibilities as a tour Participant
You acknowledge that the nature of a mountain bike trip is adventurous and participation involves a degree of personal risk. You will be visiting places where the political, cultural and geographical attributes present dangers and physical challenges greater than those present in our daily lives. We use information from government foreign departments and reports from our own contacts in assessing whether the itinerary should operate. However it is also your own responsibility to acquaint yourself with all possible relevant travel information and the nature of your itinerary. You
acknowledge that your decision to travel is made in light of consideration of this information and you accept that you assume the personal risks attendant upon such travel.
You also acknowledge and clearly understand that during the course of the trip certain risks and dangers may occur, including but not limited to the hazards of travelling in mountainous regions. You agree to assume all risks associated with the journey and agree that no liability will attach to H&I Adventures or to any member of the tour group in respect of death, personal injury, illness or delay of the passenger, or for any loss of or damage to the property of the passenger during the course of the trip, howsoever caused. H&I Adventures reserves the right to decline, to accept, or to retain any person as a member of any party at any time.
Indemnification
I agree to indemnify (meaning to defend and to pay or reimburse) H&I Adventures against any claim by anyone arising in whole or in part from an injury or other loss suffered or caused by me in connection with my participation in an H&I Adventures tour.
Limitation of liability
H&I Adventures acts only as an intermediary for certain independent suppliers that provide lodging, meals, transportation, and other activities or goods and services connected with your tour (‘Supplier’ or ‘Suppliers’). You acknowledge that you are aware and clearly understand that these Suppliers are independent contractors, are not managed by H&I Adventures, and are not agents or employees of H&I Adventures. A Supplier’s services are subject to the Supplier’s own terms and conditions and the local laws and regulations of the relevant country. H&I Adventures will not provide any refund for a Supplier’s delay, cancellation, overbooking, or strike.
H&I Adventures shall not be held responsible for any damages caused by the total or partial failure to carry out the contract if such failure is due to the theft of bicycles or injury as a result of cycling either on- or off-road, and in particular, injuries as a result of either inadequately maintained and services personal equipment, or failure to wear the correct safety equipment, most notably cycle helmets.
Force Majeure
H&I Adventures will not be deemed in breach of this agreement or otherwise liable to you, by reason of delay in performance or non-performance of any of its obligations under this agreement to the extent that any such delay or non-performance is due to any Force Majeure. ‘Force Majeure’ means any circumstances beyond the reasonable control of H&I Adventures, including without limitation acts of God, terrorist activities, insurrection, explosion, flood, tempest, forceful wind, fire or accident, war or threat of war declared or undeclared, sabotage, civil, disturbance, labour strikes, requisition, sickness, quarantine, government intervention, weather conditions, and unforeseen circumstances.
If H&I Adventures and/or any of its Suppliers are affected by Force Majeure, they shall be entitled to, and may in their sole discretion, vary of cancel any itinerary or arrangement in relation to the tour. Regarding civil unrest, once H&I Adventures has investigated the prevailing situation, as it deems fit, it shall remain in H&I Adventures’ sole and absolute discretion whether to proceed with the tour.
Minimum: General Policy: For the majority of our trips the minimum age is 18 years. In exceptional circumstance we may allow children between 12 and 18 years-old, accompanied by a responsible adult, to join one of our tours. This decision will be at the discretion of H&I Adventures.
Maximum: General Policy: For the majority of our trips we have no upper age limit though we remind you that our trips can be physically demanding and a Self-Assessment form is required for all clients 65 years and over.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all H&I Adventures travellers and should be taken out at the time of booking. Your travel insurance must provide cover against personal accident, death, medical expenses and emergency repatriation with a recommended minimum coverage of US$200,000 for each of the categories of cover. We also strongly recommend it covers cancellation, curtailment, personal liability and loss of luggage and personal effects. You must provide proof of your travel insurance on the first day of your trip; you will not be able to join the trip without it.
Pre-departure documentation
It is important that you read carefully all trip-related documents that you receive from us as soon as you receive them. It is your responsibility to contact us if any information is incorrect. We cannot accept liability if you do not notify us of any inaccuracies within seven days of your receipt of those documents. This agreement, a waiver of liability and assumption of risk agreement and, if required, a medical statement must be submitted by you. If you fail to submit this and other necessary documentation prior to departure, we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled by you and impose the cancellation fees described in this agreement.
Passport and visas
You are responsible for ensuring that all necessary travel documents are valid and effective and in your possession for the entire tour. Passports are required for travelling abroad and should be valid for at least six months after your date of return. We suggest that you apply for or renew a passport early. Other required documents may include visas, permits, and vaccination certificates. You assume complete responsibility for checking and verifying any and all passport, visa, vaccination, or other entry requirements. You are also solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from incomplete or defective documentation. While we may provide information or advice on matters such as visas, vaccinations, climate, clothing, baggage, and special equipment in good faith as a courtesy to you, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions as to the information provided.
Flexibility
You appreciate and acknowledge that the nature of this type of travel requires considerable flexibility and you should allow for alternatives. The itinerary provided for each trip is representative of the types of activities contemplated, but it is understood that the route, schedules, itineraries,
amenities and mode of transport may be subject to alteration without prior notice due to local circumstances or events.
Change of itinerary
While we endeavour to operate all trips as described we reserve the right to change the trip itinerary. Please refer to our website before departure for the most recent updates to your itinerary.
After departure: We reserve the right to change an itinerary after departure as a result of weather, local circumstances or events outside of our control. In such emergency circumstances the additional cost of any necessary itinerary alterations will be covered by you: please refer to the Trip Notes for your trip for details of Emergency Funds which you agree to carry, to be used in such instances.
Please note we are not responsible for any incidental expenses that may be incurred as a result of the change of itinerary such as visas, vaccinations or non-refundable flights.
Authority on tour
Our group trips are run by an H&I Adventures guide. The decision of the guide is final on all matters likely to affect the safety or well-being of any person participating in the trip. If you fail to comply with a decision made by a guide, or interfere with the well-being of the group, the guide may order you to leave the trip immediately, with no right of refund. In such a circumstance, where a traveller is removed from the trip, H&I Adventure accepts no responsibility for their transfer back to the tour end point or any costs incurred therein. Any transport arranged for the traveller in question will be at the sole discretion of H&I Adventures.
We may also elect not to carry you on any future trips booked. You must at all times comply with the laws, customs, foreign exchange and drug regulations of all countries visited, and you also agree to travel in accordance with our responsible travel guidelines.
Errors and omissions
Although we have made a concerted attempt to verify the accuracy of statements made in our trip documentation including brochure, website and trip brochure we cannot be held responsible for any error, omission or unintentional misrepresentation that may occur.
Complaint procedure
If you have a complaint during your tour, you must promptly notify H&I Adventures or your tour leader of the problem so that they can attempt to remedy the situation. Failure to do so while you are on tour will extinguish or reduce your ability to claim compensation from H&I Adventures. Further, if you attempt to address the problem on your own without using this notice procedure, you assume responsibility of added costs you may incur and forfeit any potential refunds.
If you are not satisfied after using this notice procedure, you must submit your complaint in writing to H&I Adventures within 14 days of the tour’s end date. H&I Adventures will not accept liability for claims received after this period.
Tour start date
It is your responsibility to be ready to embark on the tour as specified in the itinerary. H&I Adventures is not responsible for any losses due to cancelled or missed flights, changed flight itineraries, late arrivals, or early departures. Our responsibilities do not commence until the appointed time at the designated meeting point.
Severability
In the event that any term or condition contained in these Booking Conditions is unenforceable or void by operation of law or as being against public policy or for any other reason than such term or condition shall be deemed to be severed from this contract or amended accordingly only to such extent necessary to allow all remaining terms and conditions to survive and continue as binding.
Image release
You agree that H&I Adventures may use, re-use and reproduce any images, photos, or videos that you send to us, or that are taken by our guides and/or other Participants of you individually or in a group, in any medium, including but not limited to print, electronic media, or internet, free of charge and without your right to inspection, for promoting and publicising our travel products and services worldwide. If you do not want us to use any images of you that are taken by us or other Participants during the tour, you must inform us or your tour leader in writing at the start of the tour.
Privacy policy
Any personal information that we collect about you may be used for any purpose associated with the operation of a trip or to send you marketing material in relation to our events and special offers. The information may be disclosed to our agents, service providers or other suppliers to enable us to operate the trip. We will otherwise treat your details in accordance with our privacy policy (available for viewing on our Website).
Updating of terms and conditions
H&I Adventures reserves the right to update and/or alter these terms and conditions at any time. It is your responsibility to be familiar with these terms and conditions. The latest terms and conditions can be found on the H&I Adventures website www.mountainbikeworldwide.com/booking.
Applicable law
The laws of Scotland govern these Booking Conditions to the fullest extent allowable. Any disputes in connection with a trip or these Booking Conditions must be initiated in the courts of Scotland.