Tour Update - April 2021
I was in conversation with someone else involved with planning and programming for this coming season (which I think of as April to October) and she said, “It’s like 2019, but not at all like 2019.” It’s tough enough to anticipate things in a “regular” year, so I have decided to bestow a bit of grace on myself and instead of planning out the entire season, we’re gonna take it month by month, at least for now.
So, for the month of April, we are going to solely focus on small private tours for 1 to 6 people.
Pricing for a 3-hour tour is as follows:
Monday through Thursday: $250
Friday through Sunday: $300 Note: Weekend tours can add a drink (NA or adult) from Bob’s Barge at Valade Park or the Dequindre Cut Freight Yard for $5 a head. This can be for during the tour or after, whatever works for your timeline.
These prices include bikes and helmets.
One of the best things about working with small groups is how intimate they are. No yelling, no squeezing into an awkward space, no groups getting separated by lights. For as limited as we were in 2020 by regulations, I found that the tours we did give were some of the best in our entire lifespan.
Another great thing is how flexible we can be. While in regular times we do charge a fee for customization, with smaller groups it’s much easier to work with you to come up with your perfect tour. We can stop for food, drinks, shopping, or whatever you’d like!
We have the following tours already developed, so we can take you on one of these, a hybrid of a couple of them, or just let us know the places you’d like to see and we can make it work (within reason, of course!). Any of these tours can be adapted to include rest stop(s) at some of our favorite independent establishments.
Near East Side – 8 to 16 miles, 2 to 3 hrs
This tour showcases several of Detroit’s unique attractions. Stops may include the Dequindre Cut, Heidelberg Project, Earthworks Urban Farm, Eastern Market, Lafayette Park, Elmwood Cemetery, the Detroit RiverWalk, Belle Isle, and Indian Village.
Near West Side – 8 to 16 miles, 2 to 3 hrs
Explore the Riverwalk, Downtown, Corktown, and Mexicantown on this tour. Stops may include The Underground Railroad Monument, Campus Martius, Capital Park, Most Holy Trinity, the site of Tiger Stadium, Michigan Central Station, Ste. Anne’s Church, and Clark Park.
Detroit RiverWalk/Dequindre Cut – 5 to 8 miles, 2 hrs (This tour is $200 on weekdays, $250 on weekends.)
Ideal for families, this tour is almost entirely on greenways, separated from auto traffic. Short and sweet, it focuses on the beautifully renewed RiverWalk and the Dequindre Cut rail-to-trail.
Booze* & Bikes – Approx. 10 miles, 3 hrs
Detroit has an amazing craft beer, cocktail, and wine culture. Stops will vary depending on interest, time, and date. Options include Atwater Brewery, Motor City Brewing Works, Batch Brewery, 8 Degrees Plato, Cost Plus Wine, Motor City Wine, Two James Distillery, Detroit Distillery, The Royce, and more. *If booze ain’t your thing, we can take you to cafes instead!
Corktown – Approx. 8 miles, 3 hrs
Get inside info on Detroit's oldest neighborhood, including charming Victorian homes, historic churches and buildings, and vibrant and dynamic businesses. Stops include Most Holy Trinity Church, Michigan Central Station, North Corktown, and the site of Tiger Stadium.
Eastern Market – Approx. 5 miles, 2 to 3 hrs
This tour takes in the Dequindre Cut, Lafayette Park, and the historic market, with an emphasis on history, current development, shopping opportunities, and vibrant murals.
Belle Isle – Approx. 15 miles, 3 hrs
Explore the architecture of Detroit's island gem, including the Flynn Pavilion, Aquarium and Conservatory, the Boat and Yacht Clubs, the Casino, Dossin Great Lakes Museum, and Livingstone Lighthouse. Depending on the day of the week, this tour can include stops at one or more of the listed attractions.
Please reach out to Linda, our bookings coordinator, to get your April tour set up! Any April tour booked in March will receive $50 off booking price so, weekdays will be $200, weekends $250.
Hope to ride with you soon - Kelli
PS - A more affordable and flexible option is one of our Virtual Tours! Find out more HERE.