Itinerary

Day 1:

Start your Ottawa to Montreal cycling trip by meeting your tour leaders in Burlington, VT for the drive to Ottawa, or meet up with your group at your hotel in Ottawa. Tour Canada’s capital city along with its extensive network of scenic bike paths. Watch boats navigate the locks on the Rideau Canal below the impressive Parliament Building, Canada’s government seat. on the Rideau Canal below the impressive Parliament Building, Canada’s government seat.
Distance: 19 miles, meals: Lunch, Dinner. Lodging Lord Elgin Hotel

Day 2:

Ride free of vehicular traffic on beautiful Gatineau Parkway – two lanes, one way, no vehicles! Tour the Parliament Building, visit the National Gallery, or explore lively Byward Market in the afternoon.
Distance: 24, 37 miles, meals: Breakfast

Day 3:

Wind your way on a bike path along the river out of the city into rolling farmland. Cross the river by ferry to the Fairmont Le Château Montebello, the largest log cabin in the world. Enjoy a delicious evening meal at the Château.
Distance: 32, 52, 61 miles, meals: Breakfast,Lunch, Dinner. Lodging: Fairmont Le Château Montebello

Day 4:

Relax and enjoy the amenities at the Château Montebello or choose from a selection of loop rides through the surrounding countryside.
Distance: 21 miles, meals: Breakfast. Lodging: Fairmont Le Château Montebello

Day 5:

Country roads and small towns of eastern Ontario rule the day as you continue east. Enjoy a picnic lunch at an interesting microbrewery in the midst of a historic village. Rural farmland and gently rolling terrain make the miles fly by.
Distance: 47 miles, meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Lodging: Auberge des Gallan

Day 6:

Wind your way to bike paths paralleling the St. Lawrence River and stop for lunch at the bustling Atwater Market. Continue to Montréal’s historic old port and the chic St-Sulpice Hotel. Stroll through Old Montréal’s narrow streets. Enjoy a fabulous dinner at a wonderful French restaurant this evening.
Distance: 56 miles, meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Lodging: Le Saint Sulpice Hotel

Day 7:

Enjoy a scenic ride within the city before visiting Parc de la Cité du Havre with stunning views back over the St. Lawrence to downtown Montreal. Continue over the Concordia Bridge to Île Notre-Dame. We will transfer you back to the airport in Burlington in the afternoon.
Distance: 11 Mile, Meals Breakfast

* This is a general itinerary. Tour itineraries are subject to change based on the group, available accommodations and other unforeseen circumstances such as the weather, local conditions, government intervention, that may affect the quality of the trip and/or safety of the participants. Please view this itinerary as an outline as to what to expect on this tour.

Routes: Although most of the riding is on trails and bike paths we do sometimes will share the road with traffic. While in the bigger cities, roads might be more traffic heavy. Though it is relatively safe, we encourage guests who feel nervous to get in the van.

Lodging

Included:

• Support of experienced tour leaders from start to finish
• Full van support for a variety of route options
• 6 nights at boutique hotels
• All breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
• All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
• Complimentary use of equipment and bikes: Cannondale Synapse Carbon 105, Customized Fuji Absolute 2.0 A limited number of Electric Assist or E-bikes are available
• Guided tour of Old Montreal’s
• Tasting at a renowned Canadian brewery
• Baggage transfers and porterage
• Daily route directions, maps, and a downloadable GPS

Not included:

• Flights to and from the tour
• Night before and after the tour
• Gratuity guides

Pricing / Tour dates

Tour price 2024: $ 3824.- pp. single fee $ 950.-
You can avoid a single supplement by sharing a room with another rider.
Start & End: The tour starts in Ottawa at 1 PM at the Lord Elgin Hotel. Tour conclusion is at 12 PM in Montreal. There is an optional shuttle which allows for the tour to start and end in Burlington, Vermont. For this option, the tour starts at 8 AM and concludes at 5 PM.
Tour dates 2024:
06 Jul – 12 Jul
10 Aug – 16 Aug

Conditions

Deposit $500.- pp
The deposit payment for a tour must be paid within two weeks after the booking is confirmed.
The remaining payment is due 90 days before the start of the tour.
For tours that are booked within 90 days before the start of the tour you will pay 100% of the tour price

Information

A Typical Day
While each day of a vacation is unique, there are similar elements to every day. Your tour leaders will share the selection of options with you and guide you through the day. Choose to do it all or customize the options to your personal preference.

THE COOL OF THE MORNING
Rise in time for breakfast with your fellow travelers and tour leaders who will provide an overview of the day. They will share with you the highlights and mix in a bit of local lore.After breakfast you’ll have time to return to your room before you head off on your ride or to another activity. Of course, if you choose, you can lounge by the pool, arrange for a massage, or a host of other things that suit your fancy.A morning ride might take you through a historic covered bridge, past a series of cascading waterfalls, or through a spectacular stand of cacti. Stop to snap some photos, walk along the falls, or perhaps visit an old-time general store. Everyone is encouraged to ride and explore at their own pace.

LET THE SUN SHINE
Leaders will host a gourmet picnic lunch along the ride or you will have opportunity to eat at one of several venues in a small town along the way. Naturally, everyone’s favorite lunch is a spread put on by the tour leaders. It’s always fun to see what they’ve conjured up and enjoy some laughs with your fellow travelers over lunch.You might visit a local museum or winery, or crank out a few extra miles if you choose. Devouring a good book in a lounge chair overlooking the pool or the sea is also a favored afternoon activity. From a short hike to a waterfall to a visit to small family farm, our bike tours offer much more than simply riding down the road.

AS THE MOON RISES
Join your fellow travelers for a delicious dinner either at the inn or a nearby restaurant. Evening meals seem to incite conversation and laughter over the day’s events. You’ll hear stories of spontaneous encounters and great feats such as milking a cow for the first time – you do what?Meals are sumptuous three to five-course affairs and include options for vegetarians. Folks often go for a little evening walk or retire to the front porch of the inn before drifting off to their rooms. Enjoyable hours in the out of doors are the perfect prescription for a good night’s sleep