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Last updated: September 20, 2025

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1. Machir Bay, Saligo Bay & Sanaigmore Beach loop from Port Askaig

67.9km

04:01

430m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Islay Whisky Distillery Tour from Port Ellen

118km

07:11

840m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Port Charlotte Village loop from Port Charlotte

27.4km

01:42

300m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Port Charlotte Village – Bruichladdich Distillery loop from Port Charlotte

65.6km

03:47

260m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Kilchoman Distillery – Bruichladdich Distillery loop from Bowmore

47.6km

02:47

220m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes around Islay

1. Machir Bay, Saligo Bay & Sanaigmore Beach loop from Port Askaig

2. Islay Whisky Distillery Tour from Port Ellen

3. Port Charlotte Village loop from Port Charlotte

4. Port Charlotte Village – Bruichladdich Distillery loop from Port Charlotte

5. Kilchoman Distillery – Bruichladdich Distillery loop from Bowmore

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