Niagara Falls (consisting of Horseshoe Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and the American Falls) is one of North America's Seven Natural Wonders and must be experienced  up close to be appreciated. The scenic Erie Canal, completed in 1825 to connect the Great Lakes to New York City via the Hudson River, is steeped in history.

Cycling the Erie Canalway Trail is on many peoples’ bucket list, for good reason! Over 4 more days of riding (after spending Day 1 taking in the splendor of Niagara Falls and Fort Niagara State Park from our saddles), we'll explore the unique offerings of several canal villages and towns starting with Lockport and its famous Flight of Five historic locks, cycle through picturesque countryside, local farms and big open skies and get an up-close look at the structures used to operate the canal, including locks, lift bridges, and guard gates.

After two nights in our riverfront hotel in Niagara Falls, we'll spend 1 night in the village of Medina and two nights in Rochester, with Day 4 consisting of an out-and-back to Lake Ontario Beach State Park along the Genesee Riverway Trail.

On Friday we'll continue riding east as far as Palmyra before returning to Niagara Falls by van.

Since arrival in Niagara Falls will be around 5 pm, we're offering an OPTIONAL night's stay at the hotel we started from, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls

About 182 miles in 5 days of riding

Tour Leaders: TBDTour Leaders: Varies depending on dates

Senior Cycling does NOT have E-bikes available for rent.  Of course, you are welcome to bring your own Class 1 (Pedal-assist only) E-bike on this tour.  

Intermediate Plus. On a scale of 1-5, with 5 being most difficult, this tour is rated a 4. This tour’s routes include three days of riding the crushed stone and paved trail on the Erie Canal Trail, and paved paths in Niagara Falls and along the Niagara River on Day 1, and along the Genesee River Greenway on Day 4.  Days 1 and 3, with mileage of about 30 miles, include some moderate hills.  Day 2's mileage is about 45 miles, and Day 4's is nearly 50, although the support van is always available for those wishing to ride less. The routes are suitable for all bicycles. The Erie Canal Trail is a bit more level and generally easy riding, however, it is not paved.

Suggested tire size for this tour: 32mm and larger 

Please review Senior Cycling's Cancellation Policy here.  

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