France · ELECTRIC BIKE TOURS
Good electric bike tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ride an easy electric bicycle through Paris with guides such as Daniel, Fabien, Pierre, or David. Expect quiet streets, Seine-side views, the Latin Quarter, lesser-known sites, lively history, and time for photos. Choose a daytime route or a 3.5-hour evening ride.
“Pierre was an excellent guide. The history lessons were fantastic and he is an amazing storyteller.”
Cover Paris highlights in about three hours with a small group capped at 15. After a 30-minute safety lesson, follow an English-speaking guide past Les Invalides, Pont Alexandre III, the Eiffel Tower, Place de la Concorde, and more. Confirm the vehicle type and minimum age before booking.
“We had a super tour with Annie. She was really lovely, engaging and gave lots of fun facts. She was very patient and nothing was a problem- they are lucky to have her working for them.”
Travel from Bordeaux to Saint-Émilion in a small group, then ride well-kept e-bikes along quiet vineyard roads to two family-friendly wine estates. Expect guided tastings, a picnic of French cheeses and charcuterie, village walking time, and another tasting in town. Guides such as Pauline, Maude, Vincent, and Taylor bring strong local wine knowledge.
“We were a little disappointed at first that the rain made biking in St Emilion impossible. Yev our guide was so positive and brought his knowledge and tireless energy to our day of touring that we focused on all the things we could experience rather than not being able to bike. We began walking the cobblestone streets and hearing historical tidbits and appreciating the beautiful architecture. We visited 2 chateaus, tasted delicious wines and even visited an ancient cave. Our last activity was visiting a wine merchant for more tastings. We had the best day ever and highly recommend this tour, our guide Yev and Rustic Vines!!!!”
Cover Lyon’s major sights by e-bike with a local guide such as Bruno, Nate, or Pierre. Expect a safety briefing, river paths, Bellecour, the colored Croix-Rousse tunnel, Lyon Cathedral views, and Tête d’Or Park, with bikes, helmets, and rain jackets supplied.
“The tour was excellent , great fun and the guide was superb. Would recommend if you are in the area”
Start at 10 Rue de la Paix with a safety lesson and practice ride, then follow a guide through quieter streets, bike lanes, and Seine-side paths to the Louvre, Notre-Dame, Eiffel Tower, and more. Guides including Roman, Raymond, and Philippe provide history and take photos.
“Absolutely brilliant experience. The best way to see the Paris landmarks. We all loved it. My teenagers often get bored walking round the various spots, this is a really fun way to keep everyone engaged as you whizz from site to site. Roman was a superb and very knowledgeable tour guide. The bikes are great, really easy to handle, you will feel like an old hand within a few minutes. Thomas made sure we had a practice in the car park before setting off. Definitely recommend. Made our Paris trip.”
Spend 8.5 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Fabien, Mélanie, Kaio, or Nina, riding e-bikes through Saint-Émilion wine country from Bordeaux. Visit two estates, taste five or six wines, enjoy château lunch, and walk through the UNESCO-listed village.
“An excellent day out cycling around beautiful vineyards. Spectacular views from St Emilion. Wonderful tastings and all with the best tour guide ever the brilliant Kaio!! Thank you again. We highly recommend this tour!”
Ride Marseille with a local English-speaking guide on an electric bike. See the Old Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde, Pharo Palace, Vallon des Auffes, Corniche Kennedy, MuCEM, Le Panier, and La Major. Expect hills, traffic, photo stops, and about three hours of sightseeing.
“Awesome tour of Marseille. From the north to the south. Our tour guide Louis was very informative, and nice. He also gave us wonderful information on local restaurants and things to do.”
Ride from Pointe Rouge through Marseille and Calanques National Park on a pedal-assist e-bike. Guides such as Martin, Vincent, Iris, and Frank lead a three to four-hour route with coastal viewpoints and a possible swim at Sormiou or Morgiou. The ride suits confident cyclists comfortable with gravel and hills.
“A must do in marsellie, Martin is an amazing tour guide with a lovely personality and the views are just incredible!!”
Ride about 20 km through Marseille with a guide such as Louis, Nori, Stephan, or Eva. You will see the Old Port, Le Panier, MuCEM, Vallon des Auffes, Notre Dame de la Garde, and local back streets in a small group of up to 10.
“Embarking on a bike tour in Marseille with Eva was an absolute thrill! The adventure unfolded against the stunning backdrop of Marseille's picturesque landscapes, creating an exhilarating experience. Eva's vibrant personality and insightful commentary added an extra layer of enjoyment. What truly set this tour apart was the incredible social atmosphere and sharing laughs made it an unforgettable journey. If you're seeking a blend of excitement, breathtaking views, and a fantastic social experience, This E-bike shop and Eva's tour in Marseille is a must!”
Join a small group of up to 10 for a guided electric mountain-bike ride from Pointe Rouge into Calanques National Park. Guides such as Cyril, Kevin, Martin, and Nicholas lead routes over pavement, gravel, and rocky paths toward Sormiou, with time for photos and a swim from May to October.
“Our guide was great and we had lots of fun! The views were absolutely stunning. The e-bikes make getting up and down hills easy so we had no issues keeping up. The state park is beautiful and our guide was very knowledgeable about the area, we had an excellent time.”
Ride through Nice for about three hours on a seven-gear e-bike, visiting the Promenade des Anglais, Place Massena, Old Town, Place Garibaldi, the port, and Castle Hill. Guides such as Bella, Ben, Ochang, Neal, and Ivette lead small groups at an easy pace, with helmets and rain coats provided when needed.
“The tour was so enjoyable. So glad we picked this tour. Mr. Ochang was super nice, courteous and informative. We all had a great time. Dont miss out on this tour.”
Spend 7 to 8 hours cycling Saint-Émilion’s vineyard roads by electric bike with an English-speaking guide such as Gaspar, Caz, or Colas. Visit family-run wineries, taste 10-plus wines, enjoy a château garden lunch, and finish with classified wines in the village.
“Gaspar was an excellent entertaining and knowledgeable guide. We learned more about the business of wine making than ever before. The scenery and tastings were fantastic.”
Ride through Lyon with a local English-speaking guide such as Nate, Shirine, Alex, or Pierre. In two hours, you’ll see Old Town, Lyon Cathedral, Place Bellecour, the Rhône, City Hall, a famous mural, and Parc de la Tête d’Or. E-bikes, helmets, and rain jackets are included.
“This bike tour of Lyon (with Nate) was excellent. I learnt so much and had a lot of fun cycling through the streets of Lyon and the beautiful botanic gardens. Nate gave great information, was passionate about Lyon and answered all questions. Time and money very well spent! An enjoyable experience overall. Merci beaucoup, Nate!”
Meet at Rustic Vines in Saint-Émilion for a 6.5-hour electric-bike tour with visits to Château Bernateau and Château La Croizille, guided tastings, a winery picnic, village walk, and a final tasting in town. Guides including Theo, Vincent, Sarah, and Tim have led this experience.
“I did the tour with my cousin and there were 6 total people on the tour. We had the BEST time! Our tour guide and the Rustic Vines staff were excellent. So kind and helpful both over message and in person. I would 100% do this exact tour again for the experience and the people. Thank you!”
Ride Marseille’s hills and coast on an electric bike with a local guide such as Pauline, Melanie, Gaby, or Eric. In four hours, you’ll see the Old Port, Notre Dame de la Garde, Vallon des Auffes, the Corniche Kennedy, Panier, and Joliette, with cruise-port pickup and return.
“this is the second time we arrived by cruise ship with friends and had another fantastic time! If you have a day in Marseille, this is a great way to enjoy the many wonderful sights. The electric bikes are easy to ride and everyone enjoyed the day. Highly recommended. They added a small coffee shop since our last visit and the coffee was perfect.”
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