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"First class experience! Biking/Hiking/Kayaking the San Juan Islands"
"First, Brett Paul was a wonderful, thoughtful, friendly, encouraging, and professional guide. He and your other guides are your "secret sauce" for ensuring a first-rate vacation. The inns and meals were all top-notch. We loved not only the food, but how the staff at the restaurants treated us once they knew we were with Crystal Seas/Terra Trek. It was a first class experience in every way. We have already recommended you to others." Kbarj, August
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"TerraTrek Cycling multi day tour"
"I recently spent 5 days biking with this company, I was delighted with every aspect of the trip, The guides were excellent, competent, responsible and capable. They went out of their way several times to do thoughtful things for me. They used the best hotels, each day the guides made healthy delicious lunches, in the evening they took us to very nice memorable restaurants. I can no tsay enough good things about this operation." Susan M, July
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"Bicycling and Whale Watch"
"We chose Terra Trek because of the flexibility and variety of tour options. 4 days 3 nights was the perfect length of stay for someone coming from the east. We never felt pressed for time, and had a nice day in Seattle as well. Honestly, one of the best trips we've had of any kind. We often vacation with our bikes but have never done so on an organized trip with a guide. Brett made us feel super comfortable every minute and was a great and very supportive, and great lunch chef! We enjoyed the amazing scenery each at our own pace so it worked well. Activities were varied, all arrangements stellar. You are in a special part of the planet and we were so happy to enjoy visiting it in such a way. Great job." Paula K, June
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"TerraTrek cycling and kayaking"
"Wonderful excursion on the San Juan Islands. Our guides were terrific. Great way to spend our 30th anniversary!" Ron T, September
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"Kayaking and biking with Crystal Seas Kayaking"
"We recently did a fabulous multi-activity 3-day trip with Crystal Seas Kayaking/TerraTrek Biking. We appreciated how accommodating Crystal Seas was in taking our needs and schedule into consideration when planning the activities and accommodations. We loved touring with just our family group of 5 and having the flexibility and freedom to design the tour. It felt so personalized and was an absolute perfect trip for us all." Mindy K, August
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FAMILY BIKE TOUR
through the
SAN JUAN ISLANDS
FAMILY 3-DAY/2-NIGHT TOUR - FRIDAY START
All
INCLUSIVE
$1980
- Accommodations
- Transportation
- Biking & Kayak Gear
- Breakfasts
- Picnic Lunches
- Dinners
- Alcoholic Beverages Not Included
Every Friday-Sunday from April-October
Custom tour dates available upon request.
INN TO INN TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Included: Award Winning Accommodations
Included: Fantastic Meals (Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners & Snacks)
Included: Comfortable Hybrid Cannondale Touring Bicycles (road bikes & electric bikes also available)
Amazing Views and Wildlife
Small Group Sizes
Included: Spend a Day Kayaking or Take a Whale Watching Wildlife Cruise
Beautiful Country Cycling Routes
Fully Van Supported
... and so much more
SAMPLE DAILY TOUR SUMMARY
(subject to change due to factors such as lodging availability, restaurant availability and ferry schedules)
3 Day Inn to Inn Tour - Friday Start - $1,980 per person |
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| Activity | Mileage | Accommodations | |
| Day 1 | Cycle San Juan Island's South End | 25.5 miles | Tucker House |
| Day 2 | Cycle the San Juan Island Loop | 32.5 miles | Tucker House |
| Day 3 | Kayak San Juan Island or Whale Watch Cruise from San Juan Island | 9 miles | |
Would you like two beds? Please read this...
SAMPLE TRIP ITINERARY
(subject to change due to factors such as lodging availability, restaurant availability and ferry schedules)
Day 1 - Cycle San Juan Island's South End
We will meet your family at our shop in Friday Harbor located at 40 Spring Street, just steps from the ferry terminal and shuttle the group to our starting point, just outside of town. Your guide will help everyone get geared up and give a safety lesson before you head out. The bicycle route today begins along San Juan Valley with its sweeping valley views and leads us past False Bay with the iconic Olympic Mountains as the backdrop.
False Bay turns into a massive exposed intertidal zone at low tide, perfect for exploring the tide pools or digging your toes into the mud. This quiet country road has idyllic vistas of the Haro Strait and working farmland.
From False Bay we will cycle out Cattle Point Road towards Cattle Point. This route takes us through American Camp; a National Historic Park, in memory of the historic Pig War. Here at Cattle Point you can hike with your family along cliffs through fields looking for fox, rabbits, and bald eagles or trek down to one of the small pebble stone coves found along the way.
Your guide will serve a delicious and nutritious picnic lunch at a small picnic area overlooking the waters of Cattle Pass. Here you can hike down to the beach as your guide prepares your food. Later we will cycle back along Cattle Point Road, with views of Vancouver Island. For additional distance and more stunning views, we can cycle around Pear Point, leading us past Jacksons Beach; the best place for making treasures out of elements found on the beach.
Meals and Accommodations
Accommodations
Rest in well-appointed accommodations. As top-rated inns best noted for comfort, views, and breakfast, you will find it easy to relax and unwind. Most rooms have jetted baths to enjoy after a day of adventure. Your luggage will be waiting for you in your room when you arrive.
Breakfast
A delicious and full gourmet breakfast is served each morning at your inn; prepared by their creative chef. These breakfasts are well worth waking up for!
Lunch
Everyday your guides will prepare a delicious picnic lunch using local organic ingredients. Lunch will be served in a scenic location such as a beach, forest, or hillside with a view.
Dinner Restaurants
We choose only our favorite local spots! Our guests enjoy top rated restaurants that are best known for their local cuisine, flavorful dishes, and overall ambience.
Day 2 - Cycle the San Juan Island Loop
Today we will cycle along quiet country roads, visiting a picturesque Lavender Farm where you can take photos of your kids running in the lavender fields and learn about the many ways to use lavender. We then cycle on towards the west side of San Juan Island, stopping at Whale Watch Park for a picnic lunch and wildlife viewing in Lime Kiln State Park. While your guide prepares lunch, you can hike to explore tide pools in one direction or hike to a beautiful light house in the other.
Afterwards, we will cycle north visiting the largest Alpaca Farm on the island. Here you can check out the herd and learn about the many ways people use alpaca in clothes. We will cycle down to an English garden at British Camp or if your family is up for it, you can hike to the top of Mount Young for a scenic view of surrounding islands.
We cycle towards Roche Harbor to get an afternoon ice cream and walk the docks of the beautiful marina. Roche Harbor is a quaint village with artist kiosks to check out, English gardens to explore, a sculpture park to walk through, and a very unique mausoleum for the adventurous.
We cycle White Point and then take one last break at a local Oyster Farm, (one of our favorite places on San Juan Island). Here you can enjoy the beautiful scenery, try local oysters, sip a beverage, and relax along the shore of Westcott Bay. Those who would like to call it a day may ride in the support van or you can continue the route into Friday Harbor.
Day 3 - Go Sea Kayaking or Whale Watching
This morning, we will either shuttle you to the beautiful Westside of San Juan Island for a day of sea kayaking or you may choose to go on a whale watch wildlife cruise aboard the Odyssey.
The day of kayaking includes a kayak safety lesson before you begin paddling along the evergreen cloaked coastline. As we journey down the coast, we'll stop for a picnic lunch along a beach where you can search for creatures in the tide pools, look for sea glass among the pebbles or simply soak in the scenery. After lunch we will head back out on the water in search of orcas and eagles.
If you choose to whale watch cruise, you will spend the afternoon cruising the San Juan Islands. Parents can sit back and relax in comfort on this family friendly boat while the personable onboard naturalists share their depth of knowledge on the local whales and wildlife with your family. After a day on the water, either kayaking or whale watching, your guide will bring you back to Friday Harbor to say goodbye until your next trip!
Gourmet Meals:
Fresh
All meals are prepared fresh for you by your guides.
Local
We support our local community and source many of our ingredients from farmers and providers right here in the San Juan Islands.
Organic
Eco friendly, sustainable, and GMO/pesticide free. A way of life for many islanders.
Personalized
Please inform us of your dietary preferences so we can prepare your custom meals. We can accommodate all eating preferences and allergies
What's Included:We provide all accommodations, transportation, biking gear, kayaking gear, breakfast, picnic lunches, dinners, and a happy hour beverage after the day's activity**. You will need to bring personal clothing and toiletries, a willingness to learn and a sense of adventure. Our 4, 5, and 6 day tours allow one night for you to explore town on your own. This evening's dinner is not included in the cost of the trip. **We do not cover the cost of alcoholic beverages with dinner.
FAMILY BIKE TOUR
through the
SAN JUAN ISLANDS
FAMILY 3-DAY/2-NIGHT TOUR - FRIDAY START
All
INCLUSIVE
$1980
- Accommodations
- Transportation
- Biking & Kayak Gear
- Breakfasts
- Picnic Lunches
- Dinners
- Alcoholic Beverages Not Included
Every Friday-Sunday from April-October
Custom tour dates available upon request.
Even More Relaxed Cancellation And Refund Policy
61 or more days before the trip date, full refund of all payments less a $30 per person cancellation fee. 0-30 days before the trip date, guests will be charged 100% of the entire trip cost and no refunds will be made. All cancellations must be in writing and charged amount is determined upon the date of receipt.
DEPOSIT POLICY
We ask for a 50% deposit when you make your reservation for a trip that is more than 60 days in the future. If the trip is 60 days or less in the future, then full payment upon making your reservation is required.
