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Visit Mount Vernon by Bike: Self-guided Ride with Optional Boat Cruise Return

Visit Mount Vernon by Bike: Self-guided Ride with Optional Boat Cruise Return

Overview

On this independent bike tour from Old Town Alexandria, enjoy views of the Potomac River as you cycle along the scenic Mount Vernon Trail to historic Mount Vernon Estate, George Washington’s famous 18th-century home. Explore the stately mansion, gorgeous gardens and fascinating educational exhibits at your leisure, and hop back on your bike for your return trip or upgrade to relax on a narrated Potomac River cruise back to Alexandria. (If you choose to return by boat, you must select this option at the time of booking) This is a fun, active and scenic way to experience Mount Vernon.

We recommend guests to come between 8am-9:30am to our store location. The boats leave from Mount Vernon at 2PM to come back to Alexandria!

City: Virginia

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $50.88

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $50.88

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Bike rental

Helmet

Equipment for kids of all sizes and ages

Narrated Potomac River cruise (if option selected)

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Tours may be canceled if the weather makes for dangerous riding conditions
Trailer carriages and trailer tandems are available for children not old enough or comfortable on their own bike
To ride in a trailer carriage, the child needs to be able to hold up his or her head and wear a helmet
PLEASE NOTE: the boat portion of this package only runs Fridays-Sundays between late May to early September

What To Expect

Potomac River

Ride along and enjoy views of the Potomac River. Route is relatively flat with a few rolling hills. Ride is approximately 10 miles to Mount Vernon (about a 1 hour ride). You may go direct or take your time and stop and see various sites, such as Jones Point Light House.

Jones Point Lighthouse

See Jones Point Lighthouse as you make your way to Mount Vernon.

George Washington's Mount Vernon

Admission to the grounds included in your experience.

Potomac Riverboat Company

If option is selected, your return will be via a ride on the Miss Cristin courtesy of the Potomac Riverboat Company.

Mount Vernon

Explore Mount Vernon, learn about the history and take photos!

Alexandria

Explore Old Town, Alexandria, learn about the history and take photos!

Washington DC

Explore Washington DC, learn about the history and take photos!

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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (44)

Queenwilde

Sep 2022

The most perfect day to enjoy the beautiful scenery on bicycles to get to Mount Vernon! The trail is a bit bumpy, and busy with other bicyclists/runners, but I am so glad we decided to book this tour!

Kevin_R

Aug 2022

Overall a good time. It would have helped to know about parking and trail markers. Also, to know how many beautiful parks in the area.

V3607IXcherylk

Aug 2022

Beautiful easy ride to Mt Vernon. Adequate bicycle parking at venue within a short walk to the Visitor Center, ticketing and refreshments.