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Epic Tours

Our Epic Tours get you onto some truly legendary, long-distance bike trails like the GAP & CO, Erie Canalway Trail, Ohio To Erie Trail and more. These tours offer between 7 - 10 days of cycling and unlimited adventure! And while you're enjoying outstanding cycling, you'll be immersed in the culture and colorful highlights along the way that makes each of these tours a one-of-a-kind experience!

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Erie Canal Trail

Cycle through history on the amazing Erie Canalway Trail! The Erie Canal has been deemed "The Canal That Made America", with over 363 miles of cycling, this tour is packed with beautiful natural scenery, remarkable US history, and the incredible aqueducts, locks, lift bridges and canal parks of the historic Erie Canal. On this journey we'll cycle the full expanse of New York State from Buffalo to Albany passing through more than 200 colorful canal communities along the way. Don't have time to ride the full 9-day Erie Canal tour? We offer half tour options! Check them out under our Leisurely Tours.

2026 Dates:  

May 30 - June 7 :: Sept. 12 - 20

Available On Demand:

Yes

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Erie Express

This ride is a perfect balance of scenery and pedaling. With average daily distances of 50 - 60 miles, you get plenty of time in the saddle, but still have time to drop the kickstand to take in the sites and enjoy the awesome history of the Erie Canal and the beautiful countryside of Upstate New York.

2026 Dates:  

On Demand Only

Available On Demand:

Yes

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GAP and C&O Canal

With 330 miles of trail the GAP and C&O deliver breathtaking views of the Allegheny Mountains, tranquil passages along the historic C&O Canal, and a chance to immerse yourself in the histor of America's industrial growth. We'll cycle approx. 55 - 60 miles a day, enjoying the charming towns and diverse landscapes, soaring forests, cascading waterfalls, and serene meadows along the way. We'll also stay in both kitschy and historic towns adding lots of local color to the experience. We cap off the tour with a guided bike tour our the Nation's Capital, Washington DC, where we'll end our ride at the Capital Mall.

2026 Dates:  

July 19 - 25 :: Sept. 6 - 12

Available On Demand:

Yes

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Great Lakes Waterfront Trail

The Great Lakes Waterfront Trail is a signed route stretching over 2250 miles, connecting 155 communities and First Nations along the Canadian shores of the Great Lake and St. Lawrence River, and on this great tour we’ll cycle the 360 mile, eastern section of this incredible trail from Toronto to Montreal traversing charming communities and taking in the breathtaking scenery. About 30% of the trail is off-road bike path, with the remainder being quiet backroads following the remarkable St. Lawrence Seaway and the stunning shoreline of Lake Ontario.

2026 Dates:  

May 30 - June 7

Available On Demand:

No

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Ohio to Erie Trail

The Ohio to Erie Trail travels 326 miles from the Ohio River in downtown Cincinnati through pastoral fields of Amish Country and on to the sandy shores of Lake Erie in downtown Cleveland. Along the way you’ll cycle through gorgeous scenery, major cities, rural towns, and lush farmlands.

2026 Dates:  

June 14 - 22 :: Sept. 27 - Oct. 5

Available On Demand:

Yes

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Pennsylvania Explorer

This incredible tour delivers 7 incredible PA bike trails: Pine Creek Trail, Redbank Trail, Ghost Town Trail, Allegheny Trail, Armstrong Trail, Montour Trail and Three Rivers Heritage Trail.

2026 Dates:  

July 4 - 11 :: Aug. 8 - 15

Available On Demand:

Yes

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Petit Train du Nord & Champlain Islands

This incredible tour begins on the Le Petit Train du Nord, a 140 mile rail trail running through the beautiful Laurentides Region of Canada to just north of historic Montreal. The scenery is spectacular as we cycle past fields, cascading streams, charming towns, and the nostalgic train stations and depots along the trail. From Montreal we continue our journey cycling across the Canada/US border and right through the middle of gorgeous Lake Champlain, riding atop the Champlain Islands as we make our way to charming Burlington Vermont.

2026 Dates:  

July 18 - 25 :: Aug. 22 - 29 :: Oct. 3 - 10

Available On Demand:

Yes

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