The Grand Bicycle Tour by Cycle City Tours
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
On this popular 5-hour bike tour of Vancouver, ride on dedicated cycling lanes for most of the easygoing route, and stop to hear tales of the city from a knowledgeable guide. Without traffic to worry about, focus on the sights: Stanley Park’s rain forest and wildlife, an oasis in Chinatown named one of the world’s top city gardens, and the city’s historical center of Gastown. Cycle on seawalls for magnificent views of the skyline, North Shore Mountains and False Creek. Riders of all levels will enjoy this small-group tour limited to 9 people.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For tours in the winter, spring and fall (Oct – May), we recommend wearing layers and gloves, as the weather can be unpredictable (rain ponchos available for use if needed); for tours in the summer, we recommend wearing shorts, T-shirts, closed-toe shoes, sunscreen and sunglasses
Ages 10 and up
Tour runs rain or shine; keep an eye on the forecast and if you don't want to ride in the rain, let us know 24 hours before your tour time
We recommend bringing a light jacket in case of unexpected weather conditions, even in the summer months
Bikes are rated for a max 300lbs/ 136kg total weight
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Use of bike, helmet and lock
Gratuities
E-Bike Upgrade (E-bikes are in-store only for an extra $35+tax, subject to availability, 16+ years )
What To Expect
Meet your local-expert guide and get set up on your high quality city bike. When you're ready we'll enter the protected bike lane right outside the shop and begin our journey.
Stanley Park
Stanley Park is a 1000 acre peninsula surrounded by a bike path and crisscrossed with forest trails. We ride the famous Seawall bike path and stop to check out the scenic views surrounding the park. We discover majestic totem poles and learn about our Coastal First Nation's heritage and history. Heading into the forest, we may get the chance to see some local wildlife, and discover some of the unique plants that grow in this environment - including giant 600 year old cedar trees!
Options
The Grand Tour
10am Departure
Depart at 10am
Reviews
1,827 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must do experience in Vancouver!!
AlfredJoseph J,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed our first cycle city tour. Steve was an amazing guide. He is very knowledgeable. He provided history and local know how during the tour . It was very organized and safe. I highly recommend this to whoever visiting Vancouver.
Fabulous, informative, scenic and great guide! We really enjoyed this bike tour. A great way to see Vancouver.
Jamie M,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent bike tour! We got to explore Vancouver and see places that I wouldn’t have time to see or would’ve known about. I highly recommend this tour our guide Nick was fabulous and so informative!
A must for first time to Vancouver
Bob V,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00From the moment we arrived for our tour, the staff were very accommodating in every aspect. Very courteous and informative! Our guide Nick was wonderful! Knowing there might be some wet weather, we were given a biking poncho to help stay dry which worked very well even though we were somewhat prepared for the wet weather. Well done and would highly recommend this company. If you have never been to Vancouver, this is a must to cover a lot of area much quicker. Along with some history lessons as well
Fabulous ride and site pickings
207kristic,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I took this tour with Josh and had an excellent time. Josh was personable, knowledgeable, and fun. We particularly enjoyed his route thru the Stanley Park rainforest, the trip over the Burrard Bridge to Granville Island, and Chinatown. Highly recommend - even in the rain!
Great bike tour with Greg despite a rainy day
MCPinard,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Greg is an excellent experience guide. It incorporated several elements involving First Nations and I very much appreciated it. He was also able to treat with grace an older couple who had not realized what experience they had enlisted in, a 5-hour bike ride in the rain. Being an architect myself, if I had a recommendation to make to him, it would be to integrate a little more architecture in his turn.
Safe, informative and...
Danette R,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Safe, informative and FUN!! Greg was an amazing guide with a wealth of local history and stories. A great way to see the city. More time for lunch and exploring Granville Island would have been preferred but overall it was a 10 out of 10 experience!
Biking makes everything better!
940karinf,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the best time with our awesome guide, Zach. The five hour bike tour was a perfect introduction to iconic Vancouver sites, history and architecture. Was full on raining for the first 2-3 hours, but nothing could dampen our fun. Shout out for tour company supplying free rain ponchos and extra (warm) gloves to borrow for the day, total game changer. Highly recommend this group and tour!
The best city tour
Robert W,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zack, our guide, was the best! His demeanor and knowledge was perfect. Even his interaction with a local homeless person was so kind and empathetic. He’s the best.
Excellent way to explore the city!
christinemC6943VK,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My partner and I did this tour with German and it was exceptional! Such a great way to explore the city. German was knowledgeable, kind, and entertaining. His love for Vancouver and his job was very evident, I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the city!
10/10!!
Lauzoner,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour with a fantastic guide! Would highly recommend you do it at the beginning of your trip- it's a great introduction to Vancouver. You get to see a lot of different neighbourhoods while learning the history of the city. The pace was leisurely, and for 5 hours, it felt like a very easy ride.
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Operated by Cycle City Vancouver