Excursion Jurmala city biking trek tour at Riga

Experience the seaside beauty of Jurmala City in a healthy new way during this scenic and invigorating, half-day bike excursion.

Riga, Jurmala City, Expansive Seashore, Silky Quartz Sand, 11 Beaches, Breath-Taking Sea Views

Depart the pier for scenic, approximately 40-minute drive to a bike shoppe in Jurmala City, the biggest resort city on the shores of the Baltic Sea. The presence of the sea, approximately 15-mile-long (about 24-kilometre-long beach and romantic wooden architecture combine to create the unique ambience of the city. The Jurmala seashore, with its silky quartz sand, 11 well-maintained beaches, and breath-taking panoramic views of the coast and Baltic Sea, is an enticing destination for locals and visitors alike, and the ideal setting for your picturesque and invigorating bike adventure.

Bike Instruction, Guided & Narrated Bike Tour

Upon arrival at the bike shoppe in Jurmala City receive your biking safety briefing and instructions on how to use the controller, gears, brakes, etc. Afterward, don your safety helmet, hop on your bike, and begin the cycling portion of your guided and narrated, approximately 6-mile-7-mile (about 10-kilometre-12-kilometre) biking adventure. Your approximately two-hour bike-ride takes place mostly on packed, sandy soil, and is suitable for all riders with a moderate level of fitness.

Fresh, Seaside Air, Pine Scented & Covered Dunes, White-Sand Beach

Jurmala is one of the few European cities where you can breathe in the fresh seaside air whilst enjoying the natural aromatherapy provided by the pine forests. A third of the city’s area is forested, and, in most places, the white-sand beach is hidden behind a belt of pine-covered dunes. Best of all, it offers a unique opportunity to bike directly on the beach. The underlying strength of the packed, sandy soil makes it easily navigable by bike. A refreshment stop is included. Your Jurmala City biking trek concludes back at the bike shoppe. Upon arrival, return your bike and helmet, re-board your coach, and commence the approximately 50-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Riga, Jurmala City, Expansive Seashore, Silky Quartz Sand, 11 Beaches, Breath-Taking Sea Views, Fresh, Seaside Air, Pine-Covered Dunes, White-Sand Beach

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity and a minimal amount of walking, at times over uneven, sandy, and natural surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and bike. This tour is recommended for active guests who are in good physical condition, know how to ride a bicycle. The tour is operated by standard bicycles. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests who suffer from vertigo, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear comfortable active wear in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes or sneakers, and bring sun protection, a weatherproof windbreaker, bottled water. Guests must be at least 10 years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Bicycle helmets are provided and must be worn the entire time whilst riding. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.