--- title: Downtown Asheville Electric Bike Tour slug: downtown-asheville-electric-bike-tour type: attraction sub_type: bike tours source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/downtown-asheville-electric-bike-tour city: Asheville state: NC country: US address: 280 Lyman Street geo: lat: 35.58325 lng: -82.56584 duration: up to 3 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 3 days before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T18:01:39.146Z price_from: amount: 74 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 5 count: 1526 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Electric Bike Tour price: 74 regular_price: 79 savings: 5 ticket_types: - name: Bike for Riders (16+ yrs) min_age: 16 - name: Bikes for Carrying Passenger --- ## Overview Explore Asheville on a fun and easy electric bike tour with The Flying Bike, discovering the city's history, architecture, and scenic views including stops at the Basilica of St. Lawrence, Omni Grove Park Inn, and Pack Square. ## What's Included - Electric bike rental with electric assist - Expert local guide - Helmets provided (mandatory) - Spring water for every rider - Instruction and practice ride before tour start - Use of a bike bag with waterproof cover and optional front basket for belongings ## What's Not Included - Food and snacks (guests may bring their own) - Rain gear and personal items ## Ticket Options - **Electric Bike Tour** — $74.00 (regularly $79.00, save $5.00) Glide through Asheville’s scenic streets on a 3-hour electric bike tour. Explore historic neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and local art deco gems—without breaking a sweat. Includes gear, guide, and plenty of fresh mountain air along 14 unforgettable miles. - Bike for Riders (16+ yrs) - Bikes for Carrying Passenger ## Good to Know - The tour covers about 8.75 miles roundtrip and lasts approximately 3 hours. - The route includes downtown Asheville, South Slope, Montford neighborhood, and the Omni Grove Park Inn. - The tour difficulty is low to moderate with electric assist to help conquer hills. - Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in, bike selection, and instructions. - Riders must be at least 16 years old and 5 feet tall to operate their own e-bike. - Participants 8 years and older may ride as passengers on an electric cargo bike; children ages 1 and older can be accommodated with advance notice. - No driver’s license is required to operate an e-bike. - Safety helmets are mandatory on the bike at all times. - Maximum weight limit for Pedego Boomerang e-bike is 350 lbs; cargo bikes have higher limits. - Riders should have a basic level of fitness and be confident riding a standard bike; practice is recommended if not recently biking. - In case a rider is uncomfortable on their e-bike, a full refund or cargo bike option is offered. - Bring closed-toe shoes, rain gear, sunglasses, sunscreen, refillable water bottle, and a camera. ## Cancellation Policy You will be provided a 100% refund if a tour is cancelled due to rain. If there is light rain in the forecast but none at the start of the tour, you and the tour operator will decide together at the time of the tour whether to ride. ## FAQs ### Are there any age/physical restrictions for this tour? You must be 16 years or older to operate an electric bike. Guides reserve the right to request proof of age of any rider. Riders should also be at least 5 feet tall to operate their own bike. Guests younger than 16 may ride as a passenger with an adult in their group on the back of one of our cargo bikes or in a child seat (for children ages 1-6 or up to 48.5 pounds). ### What should I bring? Please wear closed-toe shoes. We also recommend rain gear, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera. On the back rack of each bike is a bag the size of a shoe box with a waterproof cover and optional front basket for your belongings. ### Where does the tour meet? The tour starts at 280 Lyman Street, Asheville, NC 28801. ### Is the tour appropriate for children? Yes, the tour is great for all ages. For guests ages 1-15 years, they may ride as a passenger with an adult in their group on the back of one of The Flying Bike's cargo bikes. A variety of seat options are available, depending on the weight and stability of the passenger. For younger passengers (age 1-6 years or up to 48.5 pounds), the tour operator will provide helmets and Yepp Maxi child seats at no charge. ### Can I bring my camera? Yes. ### How long is the tour? The tour is approximately 3 hours and covers a distance of 8.75 miles roundtrip. ### Can I bring my own food/beverages? There is no food included on this tour, but The Flying Bike provides spring water for every rider. If you feel like you may need a snack during the tour, you are welcome to bring your own and store them in the provided bike bag. ### What safety precautions are in place for the activity (if any)? The Flying Bike takes every possible safety precaution before, during and after the ride. The routes have been chosen to utilize bike lanes and greenways wherever possible. Their bikes are bright and very visible on the road and helmets are provided to all riders. Bikes are inspected before and after every ride. Instructions and a short practice ride are provided before every tour, along with a quick review of bike laws and signals. If a rider is not able to balance or complete a test ride confidently, then the tour operator will either ask that they ride on the back of a cargo bike driven by another adult in their party, or that they accept a full refund and sit out the tour. ### What happens if it rains on the day of my tour? You will be provided a 100% refund if a tour is cancelled due to rain. If there is light rain in the forecast but none at the start of the tour, you and the tour operator will decide together at the time of the tour whether to ride. The Flying Bike will provide rain ponchos and rain covers for the storage bags on the bikes to protect your belongings. ### Will there be bathrooms along the way? Yes. The tour makes two stops at locations with bathrooms: the Grove Park Inn and the public pavilion at Pack Square. ### Do I have to sign a waiver? Yes, a waiver will be provided and all riders must sign it before heading out on their tour. Minors must be accompanied by an adult who signs for them.