Overview

Welcome to the first day of your San Juan Islands bike tour! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Ship Harbor Inn in Anacortes at 8:00 AM. After a 15-minute private shuttle, you'll arrive at Cap Sante Park, on the eastern edge of Fidalgo Island, where your guides will do a short round of introductions before familiarizing you with your Trek bike and ensuring a comfortable fit. Then, it's into the saddle for today’s warm-up ride with views of brilliant blue waters and snow-capped Mount Baker in the distance. The ride ends at the Washington State Ferry Terminal, where a one-hour crossing delivers you to San Juan Island for the night, lunch in hand as the inland sea opens up around you. On arrival, the charming historic town of Friday Harbor is yours to explore. After settling in at Lakedale Resort, the group reunites for drinks, appetizers, and a farm-to-table barbecue dinner prepared on-site. This evening, we'll preview the fun days ahead over s'mores around the campfire.

Overview

Begin your morning at a leisurely pace with breakfast at Lakedale, while the island wakes around you, before setting out on today’s ride. The route passes False Bay, a popular photo stop where blue water meets distant snow-capped peaks. Those craving extra miles can extend to Cattle Point at the island's southernmost tip, where the Olympic Mountain Range fills the horizon and a historic lighthouse stands watch over the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The route continues through green farmland dotted with red barns and golden straw bales before returning to the resort for a Trek Travel signature picnic lunch. This evening, we'll gather for dinner at Downriggers, one of our favorite local restaurants, with views overlooking the harbor.

Overview

This morning's ride passes Lime Kiln Point State Park, one of the best places in the world to spot resident orcas feeding in the kelp beds just offshore. A visit to the park's lighthouse research center offers a closer look at these well-studied animals for those who wish to learn more. After the ride, we'll make our way back to the ferry landing to board a private boat charter for a wildlife cruise, with lunch along the way. Out on the water, you'll likely spot seals, sea lions, porpoises, bald eagles, orcas, and more — with an experienced captain and trained naturalists accompanying you to bring it all into focus. Back on shore, Friday Harbor's art galleries and whale museum are worth an afternoon. Your guides will have plenty of dinner recommendations ready for your evening in town.

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Landing on Orcas Island is a moment of transition into a world of natural wonder. As you disembark the ferry, the crisp ocean breeze greets you, carrying scents of saltwater and evergreen forests. Mount Constitution rises majestically in the distance, offering a glimpse of the island's rugged beauty. Pedal winding roads framed by towering trees and glimpses of serene shoreline towards the idyllic village of Eastsound, where local shops, cafés, and the island's vibrant culture await. We'll savor lunch at a third-generation, family-run shellfish farm for a true tide-to-table experience. Take the rest of the day and evening to explore this tranquil getaway on the water.

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Today is a rewarding ride, and perhaps a little more challenging, as you navigate winding roads that snake through dense forests of fir and cedar. With each pedal stroke, the elevation increases, offering glimpses of the surrounding landscape unfolding beneath you. At the summit, take in panoramic views of the San Juan archipelago, the Cascade Mountains, and even glimpses of Canada on clear days. The beauty of the Pacific Northwest stretches out in all directions as you descend back to town. Tonight we'll gather for a final dinner together, reminiscing over shared adventures and a week well ridden on this island epic.

Overview

This morning’s ride is your last chance for a peaceful early-morning spin on Orcas Island. West Sound is a beautiful place to soak in the sights and scents of the San Juans. You'll have time to shower and check out before boarding the late morning ferry back to Anacortes.