Fat Tire Tours

What's an electric bike? These bicycles use a small motor to help power you forward and give you momentum - meaning less effort and going farther! They are perfect for a tour like this that covers a ton of ground in a short amount of time. Perfect for those in D.C. with limited free time, locals who want to try something new, and anyone interested in a unique day out! If you can ride a regular bike, you can ride an electric bike. 

No other tour on our menu covers as many sites as this one! Join us in D.C. to see the best of the Nation's Capital. We'll cruise down Pennsylvania Avenue, around Capitol Hill, all while soaking in sites like the Capitol Building, Union Station, Library of Congress, and the Supreme Court. We'll take a brief stop for lunch (cost not included, please bring cash or credit card or you are welcome to bring your own packed lunch) we'll pedal by the Smithsonian Instituation and Washington Monument on our way to the hub of memorials and monuments dotted along the National Mall and Tidal Basin.

We give you plenty of time at each stop to hear fascinating stories and anecdotes from your tour guide, and of course take some photos. 

We'll meet in the middle of the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, the oldest part of the city, at Plaça St Jaume. This beautiful square is the location of both the town hall and Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya (Government of Catalonia).

We'll bike through the Gothic Quarter to the end of the famous Las Ramblas, where we'll find the Old Port of Barcelona. After telling you about its history from being built in the 1600's to the present day, we'll head over to another area of the old city of Barcelona, the Raval neighborhood. Once considered a rough part of town, it's now a cultural heart of the city.

Continuing on through the lively Eixample neighborhood, we'll find ourselves in Sant Antoni with its central daytime market and many bars and tapas restaurants. No evening in Barcelona is complete without tapas, so this is where we'll stop at a local tapas bar to sample some classic Spanish cuisine. (Food at the stop is not included, but you are welcome to get as much or little as you'd like).

Now that we've had our fill of tapas, it's time for the Magic Fountain show! This fountain was the centerpiece of the 1929 International Expo and continues to be the location of many important city events. We've timed it so that you will get to see the illuminated fountain show with music and mesmerizing lights. We'll enjoy some Cava (sparkling Spanish wine) together as we watch the Magic Fountain show at just the right time, reveling in the lights and sounds of Barcelona at night.

As we make our way back, you'll get to admire the illuminated old bullfighting ring and learn its new purpose since Catalonia banned bullfighting in 2010. You'll also marvel at Gaudí's famous Casa Batlló and its curvy lit up facade, looking almost other-worldly. This sits on La Manzana de la Discordia (the block of discord), a block of several modernist houses that seem to compete for the spotlight here at the epicenter of modernism.

We'll also see the beautiful Palau de la Música (Palace of Music), the towering Cathedral of Barcelona, and the square of Sant Felip Neri, all basking in that nighttime glow.

Our Barcelona Night Bike Tour makes for a perfect magical evening in Barcelona - You'll get a feel for the best parts of the city, eat tapas, sip Cava, see the Magic Fountain on display, and watch the city and its monuments light up the night.

We start by making our way through Grant Park and along the Chicago River before turning into the Loop to get up close and personal with the city’s architectural giants. From the household names to a few staff favorites and hidden gems, we’ll show you the best the city has to offer from north to south. We finish the tour with a spin out to Museum Campus before we head to Buckingham Fountain to take in the stunning views of the city as the lights come on and the buildings really shine.

Come see one of our favorite views of Chicago with the sun setting and the lights shining as we enjoy our summer nights!

Whether traveling alone or with friends, our City Bike Tour is the absolute best way for the fun-loving visitor to explore and experience the incredible architecture and fascinating history of Barcelona. On the City Bike Tour, you will enjoy the company of our knowledgeable and entertaining tour guides, the use of a comfortable and easy to ride bike, useful tips and advice to make the most of your time in Barcelona, a fun and informative outdoor experience, a chance to meet other travelers and simply the best day of your Barcelona visit. 

The City Bike Tour includes many of the most popular tourist attractions and provides an ideal orientation and overview of Barcelona. For tours departing in the morning, we make a stop late in the tour at a beach bar (cost not included) to relax a bit and enjoy the opportunity to mingle with your fellow bikers, while taking in the sights and atmosphere of the Mediterranean. We’re looking forward to showing you a great time in our captivating city!
NOTE: The morning tour is roughly 4.5 hours long and includes a stop for lunch (cost of lunch is not included). The afternoon departure is approximately 4 hours in duration, but does not include a meal stop.
 

There is no better way to see the stunning city of Paris than on our famous Night Bike Tour. We'll lead you through the bustling iconic neighborhood of St. Germain de Près as it comes to life for the evening with its iconic buildings and bustling cafés and restaurants.

We'll dive into the heart of St. Germain, cutting through some adorable side streets that lead right up to the awe inspiring Notre Dame Cathedral. Next, we'll park the bikes on the tranquil Ile St. Louis bridge as we gaze upon the flying buttresses of Notre Dame. We'll of course stop on Ile St. Louis for Paris's most famous ice cream & sorbet, Berthillon, for a little ice cream break. Heading towards the sunset as it glows orange behind the buildings along the Seine River, we'll cross over the old wooden pedestrian bridge, Pont des Arts, for more jaw-dropping views (including the Eiffel Tower from afar).

One of the best parts of the ride is up next as we glide into the original courtyard of the Louvre palace. You'll notice that the noise level goes from the loud buzz of people and traffic to near silence within the serene centuries-old enclosed courtyard. We'll ride down through the relatively quiet palace grounds to the glass pyramids for a photo opt. Depending on the time of year, it can be just transitioning towards sunset or completely dark with the pyramids lit up and glowing, but it's always breathtaking. We're not done yet! Up next, we'll head past Place de la Concorde to board our boat for a relaxing hour-long Seine river cruise, where you'll get even more gorgeous views. Your guide will pop open some bottles of red wine, and we'll toast to an evening together in Paris. The views from the boat ride are something you'll always remember.

After our hour-long cruise with wine, we'll ride over the Seine and back towards our office, stopping just in front of the Eiffel Tower to appreciate its golden evening glow, and perhaps catch it just in time as it sparkles!

Riding a bike through Paris at night can be intimidating on your own, but we have safety in numbers with your expert guide leading the way. Our Night Bike Tour is a perfect way to see Paris at its absolute best and to enjoy many vantage points of beauty across the city as its monuments and bridges take on a whole new light. Being guided by bike, it's effortless and fun. This is an evening around the City of Light you won't soon forget.

Join us on an unforgettable journey into the heart of French impressionism; Giverny!  This tiny village located about 45 minutes northwest of Paris offers the perfect getaway from the hectic city streets.  We’ll meet at our office (24 rue Edgar Faure, 75015) and take a private bus for the relaxing drive through the Normandy countryside.  As you’re passing beautiful wheat and sunflower fields, your guide will begin to explain the history of impressionism and its founding father, Claude Monet.  

Monet’s works have influenced artists for decades and you’ll have the opportunity to see his inspiration throughout the day.  First stopping at the open-air market in Vernon, you’ll have some time to explore the various stalls and taste some local specialties.  Your guide will point out the not-to-miss items and give you some basic French to then procure your very own picnic lunch!

Following the market, we’ll pick out our bikes and make our way across the Seine towards the Old Windmill, a beloved site by Monet that he captured in many of his paintings.  During lunch, your guide will continue to provide you with information and anecdotes on Monet, impressionism, and the rise of it as a renowned art style in the late nineteenth century. 

Equipped with the knowledge to appreciate it, you’ll cruise down a 5 kilometer/3 mile bike path to Monet’s homestead.  Here, you’ll have free time to visit the brilliantly colored flowers lining every inch of the gardens’ pathways, the Japanese bridge and famous water lilies, and his house, left intact from when he last lived there.  Imagine yourself strolling through one of his vibrant paintings as you stop to take in the hundreds of varieties of flowers growing along every pathway.  

We encourage you to visit the town of Giverny after the gardens; you can see artists’ studios, quaint cafés, and the cemetery where Monet is buried.  Towards the end of the afternoon, we’ll gather everyone together again and make our way back to Vernon, put the bikes away, and board the bus for a peaceful ride back to Paris. 

If some members of your group are hesitant about biking, we also offer a walking tour of Monet’s gardens.  You will be able to overlap with the walking group throughout several parts of your day including the market, lunch, and walking through Monet’s house and gardens.  It’s a great way for groups of all abilities and ages to visit this beautiful destination together!

This bike tour offers what other New Orleans ghost tours don’t: More neighborhoods, more haunted stories, an easier way to get around, and smaller groups.

On other walking tours, you’ll travel less than a mile with close to 30 other people. Our ghost tour by bike takes a maximum of 10 people per guide and covers up to 6 miles through the French Quarter and the historic neighborhoods around it.

Starting in the French Quarter, you will travel to four neighborhoods of the most haunted city in America. Along the way, you will hear stories of the Crescent City’s famous ghosts, gruesome murders, voodoo culture, and real vampires. You’ll visit New Orleans’ most haunted house and stand at the gates of one of the oldest cemeteries in America.

Don't miss out on this New Orleans ghost tour by bike. It's a must-do experience to learn about the haunted side of the city. We cover more ground with less effort, which means more stories and more fun for an unforgettable evening exploring the dark side of New Orleans.

Whether talking about Kings, Queens & Princesses; palaces, parks & parliament, or battles and their heroes & villains, our knowledgeable tour guides will entertain you with the most poignant, fascinating and often downright absurd London stories, while our comfortable bikes and smooth route make cycling between sites fun and undemanding.

Halfway through the tour, we'll take a break where you can go your own way for half an hour. There are many option for lunch including cafes, restaurants, as well as the cornerstone of British culture: the pub. Your guide will be available throughout the lunch break to answer any questions you may have.

 This is the perfect way to get to see so many of Gaudi’s works in one day without exhausting yourself running around town.

Exploring the city by bike is the best way to see so many sights in one day. On the Gaudi Bike Tour, you’ll discover some of Gaudi’s earliest and lesser-known architectural gems as well as his most famous buildings. You'll get to learn about the life and history of Gaudi while also getting to see some stunning examples of Modernista architecture.

Of course, the highlight of the tour will be getting to see Gaudi’s magnificent cathedral, La Sagrada Familia. We’ve secured priority access skip-the-line Sagrada Familia tickets for you so that you won’t waste any precious time waiting in hours-long lines. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the interior of the Sagrada Familia on your own before meeting back with your guide.

The fascinating stories and insight given by your guide while exploring the city will bring Gaudi’s masterpieces to life and help you to really understand why his architecture is so highly regarded in the life and culture of Barcelona.

This tour provides the opportunity to cruise through the National Mall as the famous monuments illuminate the skyline. Some of the spots included on this tour are the Jefferson Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, the Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, the Tidal Basin, the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial, and many more.