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Self-Guided Biking in Ottawa-Gatineau

4.9 (117 reviews) 2–4 hours Private tour
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Self-Guided Biking in Ottawa-Gatineau

About this activity

We will give you a lightweight hybrid city bike, helmet, lock and map and send you off to a fun journey to explore Ottawa-Gatineau region all on safe and scenic bicycle paths away from traffic. Our maps are full cusotmizable to your interests.

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At a glance

Duration
2–4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Operated by
Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals

Ages: Infants (1–5 years) · Children (6–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Lock
  • Included: Map
  • Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Included: Use of bicycle
  • Included: Use of helmet

Not included

  • Not included: Transportation to/from attractions

Itinerary

  1. Rideau Canal National Historic Site

    one hour Admission included

    Cycle on beautiful Rideau Canal pathway

  2. Ottawa River Pathway

    one hour

    Cycle through the beautiful waterfront pathway!

  3. Stop 3

    5 min

    Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks St. 5 minutes prior to your reservation start time.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks st. 20 minutes prior to the tour start time.

    Where to park: We recommend finding a private parking lot nearby or using the following underground parking lots:

    National Arts Centre (1 Elgin St.)

    City Hall (110 Laurier Ave W)

End point

  • Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks st. 20 minutes prior to the tour start time.

    Where to park: We recommend finding a private parking lot nearby or using the following underground parking lots:

    National Arts Centre (1 Elgin St.)

    City Hall (110 Laurier Ave W)

Using your ticket

Valid from the time you exchange your voucher, for the duration selected.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel You get back
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  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Minimum age is 18 years

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • You must leave a credit card information at the time of the bike pick up as a security against potential bike damage.

  • Where to park: We recommend finding a private parking lot nearby or using the following underground parking lots: National Arts Centre (1 Elgin St.) City Hall (110 Laurier Ave W)

  • We are located at 65 Sparks St. which is a pedestrian street between Elgin and Metcalfe. We are a few steps away from the Parliament Hills and the National War Memorial.

  • A Valid ID is required for pick up.

Traveller ratings

4.9 out of 5 · 117 reviews
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Self-Guided Biking in Ottawa-Gatineau

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