Bike Train - Cycle Ontario This Summer

Cycle Canada's Southernmost Region!

Take the Ontario Southwest Bike Train from Toronto to Windsor and Essex County and explore diverse historical and cultural attractions, wineries and vineyards, parks and birdwatching areas.

Connect with the Chrysler Canada Greenway, a 42 km rail trail that traverses the region. Ride rural roads through small towns and communities offering the quiet of nature, award-winning vintages, fruit stands and unique history.

Cycling along the north coast of Lake Erie, you'll find fresh water beaches and recreation areas. Point Pelee National Park is world renowned as a stopover for bird and butterfly migrations and is a UNESCO designated Wetland of International Significance.

Dates: 2 Windsor/Essex Weekends in 2010

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Schedule

Buy Tickets

Ticket Prices

ADULT:  $136 plus tax Toronto - Windsor return. 
CHILDREN 11 & UNDER:  Please inquire.
Ticket price includes passenger seat, bicycle transport, map, t-shirt, and fees; plus taxes.
Please read the Conditions of Contract.

Call the Bike Train office to inquire about last minute tickets. 
Toronto: 416-338-5083
Toll Free Canada/USA 1-866-333-4491
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

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Itineraries, Events and Hotels

This year the Bike Train is offering self-guided feature itineraries. The itineraries include bicycle-friendly accommodations and activities including group rides, community events and local highlights.

> CLICK HERE FOR SELF-GUIDED FEATURE ITINERARIES (PDF)

• Bike Train welcome events
• Windsor historical and cultural attractions
• Group rides and community events
• Two 80km one-way rides between Windsor and Point Pelee
• Point Pelee National Park, beaches and birdwatching
• Optional guided winery tours and excursions

Route*
Section 1: Windsor to Greenway Trailhead
Section 2: Chrysler Canada Greenway (hard packed gravel)
Section 3: Greenway/Ruthven to Point Pelee
Alternate return option: Kingsville to Harrow via Lake Erie North Shore

*Itineraries feature flat roads or trails with paved and hard packed gravel sections, suitable for most bikes, and average to above average cycling abilities due to the distance.  Training rides are highly recommended.

Knowledgeable Bike Train staff are available onboard to provide cycling maps and useful information. Passengers join a community of travellers who are happy to share stories and anecdotes about their trip during the train journey.

Read these blogs highlighting the Windsor/Essex Bike Train launch weekend on June 17-20:

Windsorite.ca
Windsoreats.com

...and great photos posted by one of our passengers.

Upcoming Windsor/Essex Events

Welcome Breakfast and Windsor to Greenway Trailhead Group Ride - FREE
Friday, July 30 @ 9AM
Tourism Windsor Essex will be hosting a free pancake breakfast at Windsor Inn on the River to start the day, and then Canada South Eco Tours will be leading an optional group ride from the Travelodge Downtown Windsor to the Chrysler Canada Greenway Trailhead (approx 20km).  Continue riding on the Greenway to Point Pelee (approx 60km).

"Picnic at the Point" - ADVANCE PURCHASE REQUIRED
Saturday, July 31 @ 6PM
Point Pelee National Park and Windsor Eats are hosting this Bike Train welcome event which includes a park pass, dinner picnic featuring local products, live music and bon fire.  $30pp.  Purchase at WindsorEats.com and advise of any dietary restrictions or vegetarian requests.

Host Hotels

Travelodge Downtown Windsor:  $92 double room per night plus taxes (optional riverview upgrade)
Pelee Days Inn:  $99-109 double room per night plus taxes (features indoor salt water park)
Optional luggage transfer is available between Host Hotels courtesy of Tourism Windsor.
Book with the Bike Train office or contact the hotels directly. 
Mention "Bike Train" to receive the special rates. Rate not available for online hotel reservations.

For more accommodation options and regional tourist information visit Tourism Windsor, Essex & Pelee Island Convention & Visitors Bureau.

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Cycling Information

Ontario Southwest Featured Itinerary Route maps*
Section 1: Windsor to Greenway Trailhead
Section 2: Chrysler Canada Greenway (hard packed gravel)
Section 3: Greenway/Ruthven to Point Pelee
Alternate return option: Kingsville to Harrow via Lake Erie North Shore

*Itineraries feature flat roads or trails with paved and hard packed gravel sections, suitable for most bikes, and average to above average cycling abilities due to the distance.

Additional Cycling Resources:

Windsor has a number of cycling routes criss-crossing its waterfront and other areas. Click on the thumbnail to see a full map of the cycling trails in Windsor.

The Windsor, Essex County and Point Pelee Region have some great trails that pass through towns, rural landscapes and weave past wineries, farms and other attractions. The feature route is the Chrysler Canada Greenway, a 42km rail trail that connects Windsor to Lemington. Click on the thumbnail to see the full map. For more information on the trail visit the Essex Region Conservation Authority website.

Point Pelee hosts a number of cycling trails, as well as several other activities geared towards outdoor enthusiasts. Click on the thumbnail to see a large map, or visit the Parks Canada Website to find out more information on Point Pelee National Park.

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Many thanks to our Windsor/Essex Partners: