Private Tour
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on the ultimate outdoor adventure with the River to Sea Tour, designed for those who crave the thrill of exploring the great outdoors on a high-performance e-bike. This unforgettable journey takes you from downtown Wilmington to the pristine shores of Wrightsville Beach, blending scenic beauty with exhilarating exploration.
Before hitting the trail, every tour starts with a comprehensive orientation to ensure riders are confident and comfortable operating their e-bikes. The recommended route includes a luxurious stop at Wrightsville Beach’s prestigious Trailborn Surf and Sound hotel. Riders can choose to dine and enjoy exclusive access to the resort’s lush Lawn & Garden areas, complete with beach chairs, loungers, and direct beach access.
Disclaimer: Our self-guided routes are intended for people who are able to strongly navigate on their own. These routes are not for beginners.
All self-guided tours require a refundable security deposit of $100 per rider.
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Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with a low level of physical fitness.
Not recommended for travelers who have not ridden a bicycle within the last seven years. We cannot give refunds for riders who arrive and cannot ride their e-bike.
Not recommended for travelers under 5'0" tall.
Due to the high performance of our e-bikes, we have a weight limits for each. Maximum weight for the larger e-bikes is 260 lbs. and maximum weight for the smaller e-bikes ranges between 200 lbs. and 240 lbs.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bike lock to keep your e-bike safe and secure
Portable bag for water and small personal belongings
Use of state-of-the-art electric bike
Optional head protection (helmets) to all riders
Provided route to Wrightsville Beach
Orientation session to get familiar with the e-bike
Pickups or drop-offs
Food or beverage
Downtown Wilmington
We will be riding through a portion of downtown Wilmington. This is where the bike tour will begin.
We ride on the famous River to Sea Bikeway. This route is an 11-mile on and off-road bicycle route that follows the Historic Beach Car Line, which in the past carried vacationers from historic downtown Wilmington to Wrightsville Beach by trolley.
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8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
conniepauley28,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
Had trouble finding the starting point but made a quick call to EZ bike rentals and they were very responsive and quick to get us to the correct place. It was supposed to rain so they offered us a different tour that went around Wilmington. It was a great tour. Tour Guide was wonderful and very knowledgeable. And very safety conscious. I would highly recommend.
Odyssey540824,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great time riding bikes in wilmington over to the beach. It is not for everybody but if you can follow a map,ride a bike and follow bike road rules it's a fun trip.
Amanda B,
Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
Ask for a guided tour, worth the extra money. The bikes are great fun, route is not marked the best and a guide will make the experience much more relaxing. Wonderful memorable experience. Raz was extremely accommodating and genuinely cared about our experience. Trail born club was a wonderful stop, ate good food and drink, umbrella and chairs and towels provided if you patronize. Highly recommend.

fantarla,
Oct 7, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful and adventurous day with our guides Ray and Beth! Great way to see the town and beach area and a delicious lunch at a local hotel. Many laughs, a highlight of the trip and a day we will talk about for years to come!


Adri Pink1203,
Oct 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
Awesome e-bike tour!! It’s great because it combines the beach and e-bikes, which I hadn’t ridden before! You get to see so much more by riding through some beautiful neighborhoods, UNCW and trails. I have a new appreciation for bike lanes! Thanks to Beth for the texts, Raz for your patience and taking a chance on me, as well as Phil and Mandi for making trip possible by signing up!



975maxt,
Sep 8, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
We planned a last-minute day trip to Wilmington North Carolina and wanted to make the most of our limited time there. We chose the 5-Hour River to Sea E-Bike Day Tour Adventure for two main reasons. First, we wanted to visit the beach for a few hours and second, we have never ridden e-bikes, and thought this would be a great way to experience doing so with a guide. We had an outstanding day on both aspects. Our guide, Raz, did an outstanding job going over the details of our bike and although we are experienced in riding regular bicycles, he did not take this for granted and conducted the tour to ensure that we were comfortable with the e-bikes and riding the trail. Our safety was his main concern, which we greatly appreciated. Once we arrived at the Blockade Runner Beach Resort, we had access to its many amenities including a restroom, refreshments, food and direct access to the beach. On the beach there were chairs and sun umbrellas available for rent and the fellow sun bathers were very friendly. The overall experience was awesome and we would definitely recommend you check it out! We look forward to using this company on our next visit to Wilmington!
Bethann C,
Jul 2, 2023
- Review from Viator
Great scenic tour in Wilmington. I did not really know what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised that the route there went by so quickly. The route was very bike friendly and went through so much of Wilmington. We saw a lot of nature, small lakes, the university, parts of the city, and of course, the beach. Most of the route was shaded and they provided us with refreshments. When we reached the beach, we were able to go off on our own and enjoy a few hours however we wanted. They provided us with towels for the beach. Overall, a great way to see Wilmington and make it to the beach without paying the astronomical parking fees. The tour guide, Raz, was awesome and super accommodating. I will definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area this summer.
159jens,
Jun 30, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
If you are in the Wilmington area this trip is a must! Raz and Beth are amazing guides and just all around great people! This e bike trip offers a picturesque ride from the downtown area through beautiful bike trails, past UNC, midtown, through the quaint beach town to the gorgeous waters of Wrightsville Beach. We stopped at a fun little beach shop. Then, we spent a few hours on the Wrightsville beachfront grounds of a local hotel. Raz and Beth made the ride to and from a lot of fun. When we arrived at the beach, we had time on our own to explore the beach and use the facilities, which offers a pool, hot tub, and a great restaurant for lunch. There is the option to rent beach chairs, but we brought our own towels to sit on the beach. Raz and Beth definitely made us feel comfortable from start to finish. We will most certainly do this trip again when back in the Wilmington area. We loved the fact we got to avoid sitting in the car traffic to and from the beach. Bring a backpack with water, sunscreen, and towels. This is a super fun experience!




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