Escorted
tours
Ottawa/Hull
boasts some of the best recreational pathways
in North America.
What better way for
groups to explore the nation's capital?
Over
5,000 participants every year have fun on two wheels. Some
groups have been returning for over 15 years.
Join us for
our tours on safe and scenic pathways and side roads.
Tour modalities below |
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An easy pathway ride along both sides of the Rideau Canal with turnaround at Hartwell Locks |
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Time and distance
Time 2h, 13km
Theme
Canal origins and construction
Highlights
Rideau Canal, Dow's Lake, the Arboretum, Hartwell Locks (and if
possible Hog's Back Falls)
Option
Hog' s Back Falls and Rideau River (+$)
Price
<11 |
$20 |
12-19 |
$18 |
20-29 |
$16 |
30-49 |
$14 |
>50 |
$13 |
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2. Ottawa River |
A shorter but more hilly route following Confederation Boulevard and the magnificient Ottawa River |
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Time and distance
Time 1.5h, 8km
Theme
Sights and sounds of Ottawa River
Highlights
Ottawa Locks, Ottawa River, Victoria Island, Portage Bridge, Museum of Civilisation, Alexandra Bridge
Price
<11 |
$20 |
12-19 |
$18 |
20-29 |
$16 |
30-49 |
$14 |
>50 |
$13 |
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3. Rockcliffe |
Unique opportunity to visit the diplomatic residences of Canada's capital with wonderful Ottawa River vistas |
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Time and distance
Time 2h, 10km
Theme
Embassies and mansions
Highlights
Lowertown, New Edinburgh, Rideau Hall, Rocklcliffe, Rideau Falls, Sussex Dr
Option
Picnic, Rockcliffe
Price
<11 |
$20 |
12-19 |
$18 |
20-29 |
$16 |
30-49 |
$14 |
>50 |
$13 |
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| 4. Gatineau Park: Magnificient bike path route from downtown via Lac Leamy passing ponds and woods. |
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Time and distance
Time 4h, 30km
Theme
Fresh air, wonderful vistas
Option
Picnic or road ride to Champlain Lookout (+$)
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Routes: |
Pathways and side-roads |
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Group Size: |
+/- 40 |
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Escorts: |
Leader, 'police', mechanic |
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Level: |
Easy |
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Interpretation: |
Varies |
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Booking: |
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Experience: |
Since 1982, over 100,000 participants |
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Helmets: |
Yes |
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Bikes; |
+ 200 2010 hybrids/MTB, 5 sizes |
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