Tours

OBC organizes a selection of out-of-town tours each year for members. Members often plan these tours and share their love of cycling while exploring new and interesting destinations.

If you have an idea for a tour and would like it added to the OBC calendar, contact the Touring Director. 

Spring Riding in Southern Ontario!

 

 

 

OBC is again offering our annual Spring Tour to Cobourg, in the heart of Northumberland County. As in past years, we have reserved a block of rooms at The Breakers On The Lake for the May long weekend.

We check in on Friday, May 15 and wrap up on Monday morning, May 18 (Victoria Day) with a short, easy ride before heading home. Past trips have been a highlight of the season, with sunny days, cool evenings, and barbecue facilities available for Saturday and Sunday dinners if you’d like to cook on site.

Mornings can be cool, but temperatures usually warm up during the day. Lake Ontario is just steps away so if you’re feeling brave, you can even take a dip after your ride. On Friday evening, we’ll go out for dinner and review the riding options for the weekend.

The Cobourg area is excellent for spring training and preparing for longer rides (including Rideau Lakes). Many routes are around 100 km, with some solid hills.

How to register

Cost per participant for three nights (double occupancy) ranges from $270 to $300 (tax included), depending on the room.

Important: We are holding 8 rooms for OBC members until April 1, so please book early to avoid missing out.

For more information, please contact Eric Burpee or the OBC Office.

The St-Jean-sur-Richelieu Tour features cycling in Quebec’s beautiful Montérégie region—an area known for its culture, heritage, and great food.

You’ll have several route options with varying distances, including rides through villages along the Richelieu River.

Tour details

Dates: July 16–19, 2026

Accommodation: Quality Inn
700 Gadbois Street, St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC J3A 1V1
Tel: 450-359-4466
Email: agm@qualitystjean.com

The hotel is holding 10 rooms for Ottawa Bicycle Club members until June 15, 2026. Please book early to avoid missing out.

How to book your room

Reserve directly with the Quality Inn and mention the OBC cycling tour when booking.

Rooms held for OBC:

  • 5 rooms with two queen beds

  • 5 rooms with one king bed

Rate: $169.00 per room, plus 13% tax (2 adults)
Additional adult: $10 per night

Included with your stay

  • Hot breakfast (6:30 AM–9:30 AM)

  • Free parking

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Interior heated pool (6:00 AM–10:00 PM)

Cancellation policy

Hotel cancellation deadline: June 15, 2026

  • Cancel on or before June 15: no charge

  • Cancel after June 15: charged for all three nights

For more information, visit the OBC website or contact Patricia Topp.

Click here to register.

For the third year in a row, OBC is hosting an overnight bike tour in Niagara-on-the-Lake from July 31 to August 4, 2026.

Niagara-on-the-Lake sits on the shores of Lake Ontario at the mouth of the Niagara River and is known for its wineries and historic 19th-century architecture.

Accommodation (Niagara-on-the-Lake College)

We will stay at Niagara-on-the-Lake College
137 Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

The College offers suite-style rooms that include:

  • Two private bedrooms (linens provided), each with one double bed, desk/chair, and satellite TV

  • 3-piece bathroom (sink, toilet, shower) with shampoo, soap, and towels

  • Kitchenette with full-size fridge, microwave, sink, and small table for two

    • Note: cutlery, dishes, cookware, kettle, toaster, and coffee maker are not included. You may bring your own.

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

  • Suites accommodate 1–4 people

Meals and food options

Meals are not included. The residence has a main-floor canteen (snacks and beverages; credit card only). You’ll also find Tim Hortons, Starbucks, and McDonald’s within a 5-minute drive. Some routes may offer lunch stops, but bring snacks and food in case options are limited. You’ll also have many nearby dinner choices.

Routes

You can preview sample routes here: RWGPS – OBC – Collections – Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Check-in / Check-out

  • Check-in: 4:00 PM

  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

Transportation and parking

Transportation to and from the College is not provided. Please bring your license plate number to check-in. All vehicles must be registered at check-in. You will receive a parking pass, which must be displayed at all times.

Alternate lodging option

If you prefer a hotel, the Holiday Inn Express Niagara-on-the-Lake is nearby and offers an easy alternative while still allowing you to meet the group at common start points.

Click here to register for the tour.
Click here to book your suite at the Residence and Conference Centre.

Book early to avoid disappointment.

For more information, please contact the OBC Office or Isabelle Van Velzen.

NEW OBC Tour in 2026

P’tit Train du Nord Linear Park

Slow down and enjoy a true cycling holiday.

This tour includes three nights, one shuttle, and three days of riding—about 200 km in total.

Le P’tit Train du Nord is a 234 km linear park built on a former railway line between Bois-des-Filion and Mont-Laurier. OBC will ride the Mont-Laurier to Saint-Jérôme section (approximately 200 km). Along the way, you’ll pass through lively towns and villages, visit historic railway stations, and enjoy plenty of restaurants, cultural activities, art galleries, and local boutiques.

Tour details

Dates: September 1–4, 2026
Registration deadline: July 31, 2026

Accommodation

We have reserved 5 rooms per hotel, each with two queen beds, under André Gauthier. Participants must book their rooms directly with each hotel.

What’s included

Click below for a detailed cost breakdown for the shuttle bus, luggage transportation, and accommodations.

  • Two breakfasts are included.

  • For the third hotel, breakfast can be purchased at the hotel restaurant.

  • Evening meals and snacks during rides are not included.

  • Costs

  • Click to Register

For more information, contact the Ottawa Bicycle Club or André Gauthier.

New for 2026, OBC is launching a tour in the Ottawa Valley based in Pembroke. The Valley offers excellent riding in every direction, with a wide mix of paved and mixed-surface routes.

The Ottawa Valley Trail (mixed-use) runs through Pembroke. It comes in from Arnprior in the southeast and continues northwest past Petawawa to Deep River. https://www.ottawavalleytrail.com/

From Pembroke, you can explore:

  • South: quiet roads through farmland and bush country to French Settlement, Stafford, Micksburg, Oceola, Douglas, and Eganville.

  • East (Whitewater Region): Westmeath, Beachburg, La Passe, and Foresters Falls—scenic roads with views of the Quebec hills across the river.

  • Southwest (Madawaska Highlands): more challenging climbs and descents. Popular start points include Eganville and Killaloe, with routes through Wilno, Barry’s Bay, Combermere, Brudenell, and Foymount.

  • North (Quebec): cross the bridge to l’Isle aux Allumettes for a quiet loop around the island. In Chapeau, you can stop at Conroy’s Store, the Old Bank Restaurant, or Karl’s Bakery.

  • Connections to PPJ Cyclopark: from Allumette Island, gravel riders can connect to the PPJ Cyclopark mixed-use trail, which runs east along the Ottawa River toward Quyon. https://destinationpontiac.ca/en/tourism/cycloparc-ppj/

In the coming months, we will share a selection of routes through Ride with GPS for registered participants.

Accommodation

The Quality Inn has set aside a block of 24 rooms for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights.

  • Free Wi-Fi and parking

  • Continental breakfast included

  • Rate: $163 per night

Each rider books their own room and length of stay (2 or 3 nights) by calling the reservation desk at 613-735-6868. Please mention you are with the Ottawa Bicycle Club (OBC) group.

Important: Book before the end of July, as the hotel begins filling rooms for fall weddings and hockey tournaments.

Pembroke Quality Inn
900 Pembroke St. East, Pembroke, ON K8A 3M2
Tel: 613-735-6868

Click here to register

Local resources

Looking for extra thrills? Try river rafting on the Ottawa:

In October 2026, OBC will offer its first-ever one-week Mallorca Cycling Tour, organized through Stuart Hall Cycling. It’s a great way to extend the summer and finish the season with warm-weather riding.

Because a tour company runs this trip, it is not limited to OBC members. Invite cycling friends and family—the larger the group, the better the chance of a volume discount.

Dates and travel window

  • Tour dates (hotel stay): October 7–14

  • Depart Ottawa: October 6

  • Return: October 14 or 15 (depending on flight availability)

Routes

Route options and ride details:
https://stuarthallcycling.co.uk/package/mallorca-october

Bike rentals

Bike hire details:
https://stuarthallcycling.co.uk/package/mallorca-bike-hire

Hotel

We will stay at Playa Mar Hotel in Puerto Pollensa (north end of the island).

Rooms

Each room is an apartment-style suite with:

  • Separate bedroom (double bed or two singles on request)

  • Living area with pull-out couch

  • One bathroom

  • Microwave, TV, and fridge

All rooms are the same size. They are spacious for one person and ideal for sharing.

Costs (excluding flights)

Weekly cost covers hotel + breakfast and dinner (half-board) and daily guided rides. Prices are listed in British pounds (UK-based company), and euros are accepted if preferred.

  • Single occupancy: £1,022.98

  • Double occupancy (twin / 2 people): £1,368.99 total

    • £684.50 per person

  • Triple occupancy (3 people): £1,882.37 total

    • £627.46 per person

Not included: flights, bike rental, and transfer fee. Final CAD cost depends on the exchange rate at the time of credit card payment.

Transfers and bike rental discount

Bike rental and airport transfers cost extra. However, we may qualify for a discount if 10+ people register and we arrive at the airport together.

Tourist tax

Mallorca’s tourist tax is not included and is payable to the hotel on arrival. It has been €3.30 per night in recent years, but it may change.

Budget guide

  • Flights (economy): budget about $2,000 CAD

  • Bike rental: about £20–£40 per day (depending on the bike)

For full inclusions/exclusions, refer to the company website.

Payment and booking

  • One payment per room

  • Deposit: £100 at booking to hold the room

  • Balance due: 75 days before arrival

  • To avoid missing out, pay the deposit by the end of April.

Book and pay online by credit card using discount code OBC26:
https://stuarthallcycling.co.uk/mallorcaautumnbooknow

When booking:

  • Enter OBC in the Group field.

  • Enter TBC for flight details (flight number/time). We will confirm flights after April.

The company will send a booking confirmation per room, including any bike rental(s) and a clear price breakdown.

Insurance (required)

All participants must purchase travel insurance with medical coverage.

Group call

Near the end of April, we will hold a virtual meeting with all registrants to review trip details, including flights.

For more information, contact the OBC Office or Beverley Ifill (Touring Director).

Click here to register.