Ride an e-bike to Airlie Gardens with a guided or self-guided route
3.25 Hours
E-bike, helmet, route
Ride an e-bike through downtown Wilmington and the River to Sea Bikeway, then explore Airlie Gardens for up to an hour. Choose a guided option or navigate the self-guided route at your own pace.
Self-guided tours require a refundable $100 security deposit per rider. Riders must have ridden a bicycle within the last seven years and show they can ride before departure. E-bike weight limits apply (up to 260 lbs for larger bikes; 200–240 lbs for smaller bikes).
Cancel up to 72 hours in advance for a full refund. Cancellations within 72 hours are reviewed at the company’s discretion. If you confirm a rescheduled date after weather changes and you later cancel, a 30% cancellation fee applies.
Pay the $5 Airlie Gardens entry fee. If you choose the self-guided option, you also need a refundable $100 security deposit per rider. If you add a guide, it costs $20 per person.
Yes. You must have ridden a bicycle within the last seven years and show you can ride the e-bike before you start. If you book but can’t demonstrate you can ride, refunds may not be available.
You must be at least 4'6" tall. Weight limits apply: up to 260 lbs on larger e-bikes, and 200–240 lbs on smaller e-bikes (depending on the model).
609 S 15th St, Unit 111, Wilmington, NC 28401
Jim stands out as the star attraction here, with nearly every reviewer praising his knowledge, friendliness, and ability to make the tour engaging for all ages and experience levels. He clearly knows Wilmington inside and out, taking riders to hidden gems like Oakdale Cemetery and Greenfield Park while sharing local history along the way. Raz (sometimes called Razz) also gets enthusiastic shoutouts for his professionalism and care. The electric bikes themselves are consistently described as easy to use, even for first-timers and older riders, making the experience accessible for various fitness levels. The tours offer solid value whether you're a longtime local discovering new spots or a visitor wanting to explore beyond typical tourist areas. Most reviewers appreciated the smooth communication and flexibility, though one group did experience frustrating last-minute cancellation issues that disrupted their plans. That appears to be an isolated incident in an otherwise stellar track record. Both guided tours and self-guided rentals get glowing reviews, with the downtown-to-beach route being particularly popular.
Jim was a wonderful guide. This was positively the best guided bike tour I've ever been on. Thank you for the great information and local history.
j mac
December 25, 2025
Jim was a wonderful guide. This was positively the best guided bike tour I've ever been on. Thank you for the great information and local history.
j mac
December 25, 2025