Tin and Tan Tour

  United Kingdom

 6 days (Bike: 5 days)

  105 mi  (~21mi per day)

 Avid

 Hilly

Self-Guided

Semi-Supported

Combine the historic routes of Cornish tin mining and the dramatic coastlines with the heritage that is so special to the locals.

This is our basic Tin and Tan Tour model, which can be adapted dependent on the experience you wish to have.

Our Tin & Tan Cycling Tour embodies the historic routes of Cornish tin mining and the dramatic coastlines with the heritage that is so special to the locals. ​ Our 5 day/5 night tour incorporates Perranporth, Hayle, Marazion, Penzance, Lands End, Pendeen, St Just, St Ives, Praze-an-Beeble, Camborne, Redruth, Devoran, Bissoe Valley,Portreath, and Porthtowan A 7 day/7night tour which incorporates the Lizard Peninsula is available on request.

You will get to experience the dramatic scenery along the way, with opportunities to stop at some of the following places of Cornish pride:

  • Tehidy Country Park : Tehidy is the largest area of woodland in West Cornwall. Now managed as a Country Park, Tehidy has over 9 miles (14.5km) of paths and 250 acres of peaceful woods and lakes to explore, together with a café and a picnic area.
  • St Michaels Mount: An ancient castle and a much loved family home. Together, the St Aubyn family and the National Trust care for the Mount's rich historic legacy and ensure it is safeguarded for future generations to enjoy.
  • Heartlands: Heartlands, a 19-acre Cornish Mining World Heritage Site, it is a visitor attraction that embodies Cornish culture itself
  • Minack Theatre
  • Lands End : One of Britain’s best loved landmarks, famous for its unique location, natural beauty and stunning scenery

Tour Information

From

Perranporth

To

Perranporth

Cost From

Self-Guided    Please Ask

Single Supplement

Available

Elevation Gain

  8096 

Inclusions

  • Accommodation
  • GPS Route Maps
  • Phone support

Options

  • Car parking
  • Transfers from Newquay airport or Newquay /Truro train station.

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