July 31 - August 5, 2023
Blue and beautiful!
The Thousand Islands region of the western St. Lawrence River, separating Ontario from western New York, is a rugged and beautiful region rich with Indigenous, Revolutionary War, and maritime history, natural beauty and architectural wonders. The great river chisels the landscape with its string of islands, from the great Wolfe Island to the tiny ones with a single tree! Between Kingston and Cornwall, you will see them in all their splendor. This is a corner of the world where nature has had a particularly happy hand, which perfectly lends itself to be discovered on your bicycle, touring the area’s charming waterfront villages or cycling past historic homes, picturesque lighthouses and majestic castles perched atop rocks in the river.
NOTE: Senior Cycling is partnering with Velo Quebec Voyages, who will be operating the tour in Quebec on behalf of Senior Cycling. The two companies work closely together to ensure a true Senior Cycling experience for all participants. This includes traveling with small groups, a relaxed pace, daily happy hour and excellent trail support. Velo Quebec Voyages is a non-profit company based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Included
- 5 nights lodging at three or four-star hotels or inns
- 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 evening meals
- Daily informal evening meeting with light snacks (grapes, fruit, crackers) and beverages (beer, wine, soft drinks)
- Baggage transportation (one bag per person, 31 lb. maximum)
- Mechanical assistance and access to a relief vehicle
- Daily route plans
- Taxes
Itinerary
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Day 0
We meet riders in Cornwall and transfer to Kingston, departing at 1:00 pm and arriving in Kingston at 3:00 pm. Enjoy sightseeing and dinner in Kingston in anticipation of our cycling departure in the morning.
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Day 1
26 to 51 km /16 to 32 miles – We'll take a ferry to Wolfe Island and ride a loop (of which you may choose the length), returning to Kingston for the night.
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Day 2
22 miles / 36 km – We'll cycle along ON Rt 2 passing through the villages of King Pitt and East View until we reach Howe Island, accessing it by ferry, then pedal along its southern shoreline enjoying expansive views of the river, back to the mainland via another ferry to Gananoque where we will overnight. If you have the energy, take in "The Sound of Music" at the waterfront Thousand Islands Playhouse!
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Day 3
33 miles / 54 km – We bike from Gananoque enjoying majestic views along the 1000 Islands Parkway through the villages of Darlingside, Rockport, and Butternut Bay to Brockville where we will spend the night.
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Day 4
37 miles / 60 km – Brockville to Prescott, Cardinal, Iroquois and Morrisburg where we will spend the night.
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Day 5
30 miles / 48 km - Morrisburg to Ingleside, Long Sault, and finally Cornwall where our journey ends.
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
This tour’s route is approximately 1/3 riding on a road shoulder, 1/3 riding on an unpaved bike trail, and 1/3 riding on small quiet backroads.
Suggested bicycle: Touring bikes, road bikes, hybrids
Suggested tire size for this tour: 28mm – 37mm (or larger)
Pricing
2525$ CAD (Canadian dollar) per person (based on double occupancy)
360$ CAD – Single Supplement (extra price to have your own room)
160$ CAD – Hybrid Bike Rental
200$ CAD - Road Bike Rental
150$ CAD - Deposit, non-refundable
Your Travel Plans
For this tour we meet riders in Cornwall, van together to Kingston where we will begin the ride, and end on our bicycles back in Cornwall. Transportation to the starting point can be arranged for additional cost.
NOTE: Senior Cycling is partnering with Velo Quebec Voyages, who will be operating the tour in Quebec on behalf of Senior Cycling. The two companies work closely together to ensure a true Senior Cycling experience for all participants. This includes traveling with small groups, a relaxed pace, daily happy hour and excellent trail support. Velo Quebec Voyages is a non-profit company based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
