San Juan Islands Bike Tour

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Welcome to the first day of your San Juan Islands bike tour! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Majestic Inn & Spa at 8:00. After a quick 15-minute private shuttle, you'll arrive at Washington Park, on the western edge of Fidalgo Island, where your guides will do a short round of introductions before familiarizing you with your Trek bike and making sure you have a comfortable fit. Then, it's into the saddle for today’s warm-up ride with views of brillian... Welcome to the first day of your San Juan Islands bike tour! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Majestic Inn & Spa at 8:00. After a quick 15-minute private shuttle, you'll arrive at Washington Park, on the western edge of Fidalgo Island, where your guides will do a short round of introductions before familiarizing you with your Trek bike and making sure you have 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 shimmering in the distance. Today's ride ends at the Washington State Ferry Terminal where you will gather for a one-hour cruise to San Juan Island, your home for the night. Enjoy a boxed lunch as you take in the sights and sounds of your first ferry crossing. Upon arrival, you'll have a chance explore the charming and historic town of Friday Harbor. After settling into your room at the beautiful Lakedale Resort, you'll regroup for drinks, appetizers, and a locally-sourced farm-to-table barbeque dinner cooked right onsite. This evening, you will hear about all the fun and adventure in store for you in the days ahead. You'll cap the night with delicious s'mores sitting around the campfire as you dream of your week ahead. Read More

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Enjoy a leisurely start with a delicious breakfast as you enjoy the quiet morning sounds of Lakedale. Set out with your group today as you pass False Bay, a popular photo spot where the brilliant blue waters contrast stunningly with distant, snow-capped peaks. If you crave more miles for the day, add on a visit to the the southernmost tip of the island and Cattle Point, to bask in the stunning views of the Olympic Mountain Range and the lighthouse here that overlook... Enjoy a leisurely start with a delicious breakfast as you enjoy the quiet morning sounds of Lakedale. Set out with your group today as you pass False Bay, a popular photo spot where the brilliant blue waters contrast stunningly with distant, snow-capped peaks. If you crave more miles for the day, add on a visit to the the southernmost tip of the island and Cattle Point, to bask in the stunning views of the Olympic Mountain Range and the lighthouse here that overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Continue to pedal through green farmland spotted with red barns and golden straw bales. Your ride ends back at your resort to enjoy a famous Trek Travel picnic. This evening the group will gather for dinner overlooking the harbor at one of our favorite local restaurants, Downriggers. Read More

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You'll trade bicycles for kayaks this morning and explore the pristine inlets and rocky coves along this beautiful coastline. If you're lucky, you may see harbor seals who bed off nearby Henry Island. After your adventure on the waves, it's back to dry land for a cafe lunch in scenic Roche Harbor and another relaxing afternoon ride past Lime Kiln State Park. Visitors here often witness pods of resident orcas feeding in the kelp beds just offshore and you can learn m... You'll trade bicycles for kayaks this morning and explore the pristine inlets and rocky coves along this beautiful coastline. If you're lucky, you may see harbor seals who bed off nearby Henry Island. After your adventure on the waves, it's back to dry land for a cafe lunch in scenic Roche Harbor and another relaxing afternoon ride past Lime Kiln State Park. Visitors here often witness pods of resident orcas feeding in the kelp beds just offshore and you can learn more about these enigmatic creatures by visiting the lighthouse research center. This afternoon, choose to indulge in a lazy afternoon enjoying Lakedale's 40 acres of water on a paddleboard or swimming at one of many beaches. Or, head into Friday Harbor to discover the art galleries and perhaps check out the whale museum. Your guides will have plenty of suggestions for dinner this evening in Friday Harbor. Read More

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Landing on Orcas Island is a moment of transition into a world of natural wonder. As you disembark, the crisp ocean breeze greets you, carrying scents of saltwater and evergreen forests. Mount Constitution looms 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, cafes, and the island's vibrant culture... Landing on Orcas Island is a moment of transition into a world of natural wonder. As you disembark, the crisp ocean breeze greets you, carrying scents of saltwater and evergreen forests. Mount Constitution looms 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, cafes, and the island's vibrant culture await. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring this tranquil getaway on the water. Read More

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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... 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 a local gem for lunch. Tonight we’ll gather for one last dinner to reminisce over shared adventures and cherished moments on this island epic. Read More

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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 smells of the Pacific Northwest. You'll have time to shower and check out before boarding the late morning ferry back to Anacortes.