There are good train connections to Aviemore, including an overnight train from London. Our hostel is a 10 minute walk from Aviemore train station.

The closest airports are Inverness or Glasgow/Edinburgh (more flights but further away). Train connections would then be available from the cities main train station.

We’ll set up a whatsapp group in advance of the trip to help with organising lift shares.

You can secure your spot by paying a £300 deposit, which is refundable up to the point that we confirm the trip minimum numbers have been met. Once the trip is confirmed, the deposit is not refundable. The remaining balance is due 60 days before the trip by bank transfer.  Cancellation between 60 days and 28 days, you’ll get 50% back.  Cancellation within 28 days is non-refundable, but you can transfer your booking to another person should you find one.  View the full booking terms and conditions here.

We highly recommend taking out travel insurance at the point of booking to cover in case of cancellation or curtailment.

We’ll have a max group size of 12 minimum of 6 to run

We will try our best to accommodate dietary restrictions for meals that we prepare. If you have serious allergies, please email us before booking on hello@sistersinthewild.com.

It is mandatory that you get personal travel/health insurance for this trip, that includes cycling on it’s policy. It should also cover you for public liability in case you are involved in an accident that is your fault.

E.g. with Yellow Jersey, Bikmo, Laka

If off-road bikepacking is new for you, that’s great! A bit of preparation and practice can help you get the most out of the trip. We’d recommend working towards some longer rides on hilly off-road terrain (around 80km) in advance of the trip, with some additional weight on the bike if possible. Doing this for a couple of consecutive days will help get your body ready for a multi-day adventure! Plotting some rides with around 1000m elevation gain is a great target. If it’s hard for you to get to off-road terrain, add a little extra mileage and elevation to a road ride.

It’s OK if you need to arrive a little later than 3pm on day 1, but please arrive with enough time for packing and testing out your bike before bed.

We aim to return to Aviemore by lunchtime on the final day, but this will depend on group size. If you need to return earlier, or guarantee you are back in time, you may need to ride the last day’s 30km solo. any borrowed gear can be left for us at the hostel.

Check your airlines or train/busbike carriage policy.

Most airlines require a bike to be added as a specific piece of Sports Luggage, but often you get a higher weight allowance. Usually costs in the region of £40 - 50.

Train/bus rules are dependent on carrier with some requiring bikes to be packed or pre-booked. Please check the specific rules for the service.

Scottish weather can be notoriously unpredictable, and thats all part of the fun! Whilst we’ve been blessed with some great weather on our Scotland trips, rain and cooler temperatures can come any time of year. It’s best to be prepared for all eventualities. Pack your shorts and your woolies!

We’’ll share a detailed packing list as part of the Trip Joining Info.

This is a bikepacking trip, which means you'll need to carry all your stuff or the week - so packing light is a good shout! Though you'll need to balance this with making sure you're equipped for changeable weather and supporting yourself out on the rides.

Camping stuff

We can lend you most of this stuff:

• Tent (available to hire)

• Sleeping mat (available to hire)

• Lightweight stove/pan (or we can loan)

• Sleeping Bag

• 1 small 100ml gas canister

• Lighter/matches

• A bowl, cup and spork

• Headtorch

Bike Stuff

• The basics

• Off-road bike

• Helmet that adheres to current British safety standards

• Navigation device (available to loan from us)

• Bike lights (just in case!)

• A lock for securing your bike at the hostel

• A simple lock for the ride (optional)

• Capacity to carry at least 1.5 litres of water.

• Bikepacking bags

• Small rucksack to supplement if needed.

Bike tools/spares to carry

General:

• Spare tube (x 2) and patches

• Small pump

• Tubeless plugs/spare sealant if running tubeless tyres

• Mutitool with what you need for your bike e.g. allen keys, chainbreaker

• Small amount of chain oil

• Specific stuff to your bike.

We don’t expect you to be able to fit these yourself (though kudos if you can!). But carrying these parts will mean that our guide, or a local bike shop can is more likely to be able to get you moving again.

• Chain quick link (these are specific for your bike’s chain)

• Spare derailleur hanger (specific to your bike.). This website can help you find the one you need for your bike.

Cycling clothes

• Comfy shorts and quick dry t-shirts or cycling top. We recommend 2 sets that you can wash/swap through the trip, plus a warm layer set.

• Shoes: We recommend only using clip in shoes/pedals if you’re already confident in off-road riding.

• Light rain jacket

• Gloves

• Extra layers in case of poor weather, especially on

• downhills e.g. leggings, mid layer, windbreaker

• Glasses (optional but recommended – downhill bugs and

• gravel dust)

• Socks (1 for riding and 1 for evening?)

• Cycling cap/hat to keep the sun off your face

Off the bike clothes:

• We'd recommend packing just one lightweight outfit for ourcamp nights, that can double as your sleeping clothes! Long

• clothing that protects against midges is a good idea :)

• Midge heat net

• Long leggings/trousers

• A long t-shirt

• Lightweight jacket e.g puffy jacket

• Buff or hat depending on weather

• Light weight sandals for evening (optional)

• Underwear

• Something to swim in!

Personal stuff:

• ID for check in at our hostels

• Any personal medication needed

• Water purification method – e.g. around 20 tablets, or a filter

• Mini toiletteries (travel toothpaste, toothbrush etc)

• Battery pack/cables to keep phone and nav device charged

• Cash/card

• Earplugs....just in case!

• V small Lightweight towel for swims.

• Sun cream/SPF lipbarm

• Electrolytes if it’s gonna be warm!

• Midge repellent spray

• Spare set of brake pads for your bike

Yes, this can be booked with your ticket.

Yes, this can be booked with your ticket.

Yes, this can be booked with your ticket.

We recommend checking out the country-specific information

Slovenia is in the EU Shengen zone, and most travellers do not require a visa. Please check the specific requirements for your country.

Any stuff you don’t need for the trip can be left in our guides vehicle during the trip (left at your own risk).

Midges are the infamous tiny flying biting bug that can be an annoying feature of the outdoors in Scotland.

We’ve never had too much of an issue with them, but long loose layers for the evening, midge spray, and an emergency head net can make life nicer if we have a still evening at camp.

Absolutely! We find the majority of people come to our events solo (and usually leave with a gang of new riding buddies!).