Bike About Tour

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Discover hidden secrets and get local tips on this unique bicycle tour of Melbourne. This stunning tour of Melbourne will have you pedaling through some of the hippest and most scenic places in the city, including graffiti-covered alleyways, and the legendary Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Cycling the safe, scenic bike paths of Melbourne with your local guide is an experience you’ll be sure to write home about.

Highlights:

Experience the iconic sights and character of Melbourne by bike, on the city’s safe, scenic bike paths.
Explore the hippest parts of Melbourne, including graffiti alleys and hipster bars, cafes, and shops.
Learn insightful local tips from your local guide, including some of Melbourne’s best secrets.
Enjoy the impressive views of Melbourne this tour has to offer, and stop and snap some photos along the way.

Tour style:Cycling, Local Life & Culture, History & Heritage
Inclusion:

Bike, lock, helmet and English speaking Guide

Exclusion:

Items of personal nature and Tips or gratuities for guides

Group size:Maximum 12
Schedule details:

Duration: 2.5 - 3 hours
Meeting point:
Shop 2, 60 Siddeley St (directly across the Yarra River from the Convention Centre and Polly Woodside Tallship)
Start time: 10.00 AM
Finish point:
Shop 2, 60 Siddeley St (directly across the Yarra River from the Convention Centre and Polly Woodside Tallship)

Additional information :

Voucher exchange details:
Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.
Confirmation of booking:
If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point.

Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information.
Additional information:
What to Bring: sunscreen and sunglasses especially during the warmer months. You may bring a camera and extra snacks.
Dress standard:
You can wear your normal street clothes with comfortable shoes for pedaling
Child policy:
Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Language: English

Itinerary:

On this Melbourne day tour, you’ll discover why the city has been voted one of the world’s most bike-friendly. We’ll meander along the safe, scenic bike paths, taking you past some impressive views of the city, and into the heart of Melbourne’s hip, local neighbourhoods.

This stunning bike tour of Melbourne begins on the banks of the Yarra River, near the famous Polly Woodside tall ship. As you continue along the Yarra bike trail, you’ll enjoy views of more Melbourne icons, including the legendary Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Other highlights will include Fitzroy Gardens, Rod Laver Arena, Federation Square, Victoria Parliament, and Queen Victoria Market.

As you pedal, your guide will share insightful commentary and local tips on the Melbourne neighbourhoods you pass through. Revealing hidden secrets along the way, the narrative of the tour will help you get a real feel for the character of Melbourne, which will be mirrored in the sights and sounds you experience on your bike tour.

As you ride, you’ll enjoy some impressive views of Melbourne’s icons, as well as some less-famous, but equally intriguing sights.

Your guide will make sure you get time for photos, because this is definitely a tour you’ll want to show off to your friends and family.

This Melbourne bike tour uses unique “city” bikes that are light, compact, and highly manoeuvrable. They are easy to use, fun to ride, and since Melbourne is rather flat, the tour and bikes are manageable for all rider levels, and is appropriate for ages 10 and up.

Your trip:

This trip is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 12

Tipping:

If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this trip

Cancellations made more than 2 days prior to travel receive a full refund
Cancellations made 2 days or less prior to travel attract a 100% cancellation fee.

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