Close×
Canada and the Caribbean
Canada
Ontario

Niagara by Bike – Self-guided

A cycling vacation in the Ontario countryside
Self-guided
The Self-guided experience Self-guided designed for independent road cyclists. You choose your departure date and your dream destination, and you benefit from a travel plan created by our advisors: transportation, lodging, meals, and, of course, our exclusive itineraries. These itineraries feature scenic routes around stopover towns selected for their amenities and lodging options. This way, you set off with all the information you need to ensure your trip goes smoothly. Once you arrive at your destination, you enjoy greater freedom—without a guide or support vehicle—allowing you to decide how each of your days will unfold!

Starting at

1129$

per person

Duration

5 days

or more

4 nights

Level

Level:

2 - Easy - hilly - 40 to 70 km

Beyond the Falls

There’s much more to this week-long cycling tour than just the famous waterfalls: history, creativity, historic architecture, and an agritourism tour await you.

Ride along the Welland Canal and its locks, cycle along the Niagara River Trail toward the falls, and stop by the wineries to sample their ice wines.

At Queenston Heights Park, take in the panoramic views of the Niagara River and Lake Ontario. Explore the Loyalist homesteads in Niagara-on-the-Lake and enjoy the scent of roses in the botanical gardens. Niagara has it all!

Self-guided Tour

With the Self-guided option, enjoy your trip at your own pace and on your own terms. We’ll provide you with the itinerary and book your accommodations—the rest is up to you!

Package includes

luggage transport between each stopover (one bag per person, maximum 15 kg);

4 nights in two- to four-star hotels and guesthouses, based on double occupancy;

4 breakfasts;

  • GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
  • information to ensure a smooth trip: contact details and phone numbers for local transportation providers, bike shops, an emergency contact number, etc.;
  • taxes;

Not included: transportation to the departure point for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment, such as the bicycle; a guide; mechanical assistance and access to a support vehicle; costs incurred in the event of a mechanical or physical mishap; coverage under the Travel Agents’ Client Compensation Fund (FICAV), i.e., $1 per $1,000 and the applicable discount.

Free bike rental. Additional fees apply.

Package includes

luggage transport between each stopover (one bag per person, maximum 15 kg);

4 nights in two- to four-star hotels and guesthouses, based on double occupancy;

4 breakfasts;

  • GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
  • information to ensure a smooth trip: contact details and phone numbers for local transportation providers, bike shops, an emergency contact number, etc.;
  • taxes;

Not included: transportation to the departure point for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment, such as the bicycle; a guide; mechanical assistance and access to a support vehicle; costs incurred in the event of a mechanical or physical mishap; coverage under the Travel Agents’ Client Compensation Fund (FICAV), i.e., $1 per $1,000 and the applicable discount.

Free bike rental. Additional fees apply.

Additional information

Departure/Return

Thorold

Route rating: 2
A fairly easy route: features a few small valleys; 40 to 70 km.

Additional information

Departure/Return

Thorold

Route rating: 2
A fairly easy route: features a few small valleys; 40 to 70 km.

Check the elevation profiles

Check out the elevation changes along this route and plan your upcoming trip with all the information you need. Please note that the elevation changes are provided for informational purposes only and may not always reflect actual conditions on the ground.

Day-by-day cycling itinerary

Short route: 156 km • Long route: 250 km

 

1

Day 1

See you in Thorold.

2

Day 2

Thorold, Fenwick, Wainfleet, Port Colborne (66 km).

3

Day 3

Port Colborne, Cristal Beach, Fort Erie, Chippawa, Niagara Falls (66 km).

4

Day 4

Free day or loop via Queenston, Niagara-on-the-Lake, and St. Davids (55 km).

5

Day 5

Niagara Falls, Montrose, Allanburg, Thorold. Alternative route via Port Robinson (27 or 36 km).

Tell us about your
dream trip!

Tell us about your travel plans by filling out the form below.
An advisor will contact you to finalize your application.