Vancouver Bicycle Tour Standard Option
ID: GYG207669-323298
Category:
Country: Canada
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Go on a journey around one of the world's most beautiful cities! Cycle through Stanley Park, visit Granville Island Market, and learn about the city's roots in Chinatown and Gastown. It's the best way to orient yourself and learn about Vancouver!
This tour highlights the very best sights, attractions, and biking that Vancouver has to offer! It's a great way to start your visit to the city.
Meet your group at the bike rental shop in downtown Vancouver to begin your 5-hour tour of the city. During a safety briefing, you’ll be fitted with a bike and helmet. You'll ride in small groups and follow flat, protected bikeways. Travelling at a leisurely pace, you can soak up the vibrant culture and beautiful sights of the city.
Start with a tour of the world-famous Stanley Park including the stunning seawall and the mesmerizing forested trails within. Wave to the beavers at Beaver Lake and marvel at the towering trees.
Next, you'll ride through English Bay, home to some of the hottest beaches in the city. Hop on a ferry over False Creek to discover amazing food and art at Granville Island. You'll have a one-hour break, leaving you time to find some lunch in the area.
Next, you will ride the seawall along the south side of False Creek enjoying beautiful views of Vancouver’s modern architecture framed by the North Shore Mountains. Passing the Olympic Village complex and Science World, you'll learn about Expo ’86 and the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Finally, travel back in time to check out Vancouver’s vibrant Chinatown including a visit to Dr Sun Yat Sen Chinese Gardens and history-rich Gastown. You'll learn about the city’s humble beginnings as a logging outpost as well as the infamous Gassy Jack and Vancouver's first pub.
Then, you'll meet up with the seawall and make your way back to the bike shop through beautiful Coal Harbour. One last look at waterfront provides a great view of marinas and seaplanes taking off and landing.
Highlights
- Explore the stunning seawall and forest trails of Stanley Park
- Visit the bustling Granville Island Public Market
- Dive into Vancouver's past in historic Gastown and colourful Chinatown
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Be sure to check the forecast. The weather in Vancouver changes regularly. Our tours run rain-or-shine. We provide sunscreen, rain ponchos, or winter gloves depending on conditions.
• Riders of all fitness levels are welcome. Be prepared to ride for 10-20 minutes at a time at a sustained but casual pace.
• This tour is suitable for children age 10 and up. For families with younger kids, contact the tour provider directly to inquire about other options
• Children 18 and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult
• Maximum group size is 9 people
• Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
648 Hornby Street, Vancouver BC
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
