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

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Ticket Prices

ADULT:  $145 Toronto - Windsor return. 
CHILDREN 11 & UNDER:  Please inquire.
Ticket price includes passenger seat, bicycle transport, map, t-shirt, all taxes and fees.
Please read the Conditions of Contract.

Windsor/Essex tickets on sale now - space is limited. 
Click here to book online now!

Tickets also available by phone.
Bike Train office:
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.

• Bike Train welcome events
• Windsor historical and cultural attractions
• Group rides and community events
• ~80km one-way rides between Windsor and Leamington via the Chrylser Canada Greenway*
• Point Pelee National Park, beaches and birdwatching
• Optional canoe rentals and excursions
• Optional guided winery tours and tasting events
  
  *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.
  

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.

Host Hotels

Travelodge Downtown Windsor:  $92 double room per night plus taxes
Pelee Days Inn:  $99-109 double room per night plus taxes
Book with the Bike Train office or contact the hotels directly. 
Mention "Bike Train" to receive the special rates.

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

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Cycling Information

Windsor has a number of cycling maps 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: