Island Joy Rides

Island Joy Rides is a boutique active travel company owned and operated by people who believe that the best way to experience a new environment is from the seat of a bicycle. We invite you to join us on our guided, self-guided, day, combo, multi-day, custom or corporate cycling experiences on spectacularly beautiful Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. 

Experience the wineries, artisanal food producers, sustainable farms, First Nations cultural sites and the endless scenic spots of the Comox Valley, Campbell River, Quadra and Denman Islands, as well as much more that our lush, west coast home offers you.

Our passion for cycling and love of Vancouver Island make it easy to design unique and engaging holidays for every age and fitness level.

Island Joy Rides works hard to make your vacation memorable – because we believe in taking the time to appreciate the small things – the eagle swooping down to snatch a silvery fish, the totem pole in the cemetery, the farmers’ market by the waterfront. It's about riding that bicycle actively, so that you’re hankering hard for a cold beverage at the end of the journey. It’s about spending time with the locals – cycling their secret routes, dining at their favorite restaurants and sampling those fabulous British Columbian wines. You can relax, because you know we spend hours planning the best custom experience for you. Just sit back, pedal, and enjoy the ride!

Vancouver Island boasts naturally breathtaking scenery

Internationally renowned for warm hospitality, gorgeous scenery, and exceptional activities and attractions, the Vancouver Island region is acclaimed by travellers from around the world. It is nestled along Canada's West Coast and is a paradise of tranquil islands, pristine coastlines, and emerald forests. Whether you are strolling on a beach or cycling a country lane, watching an artist at work or enjoying a seafood feast on a sunny patio, you feel the magic of being on an island surrounded by the magnificence of the Pacific Ocean.

Our commitment to personal attention

Our commitment to personal attention makes every guest, whether an individual or member of a group, feel special. All tours are designed to appeal to a wide variety of fitness levels and ages, whether you're looking for a scenic cycling experience on one of our hybrids or looking to hammer on a road bike. From detailed cue sheets to vehicle support, energy food to cold beverages on ice, we are all about service and making the best cycling experience for every guest.

Our Vancouver Island bike tours are categorized as:

Custom Tours

If you're looking for a tour that caters to you or your group then a custom tour is the best option. Whether you want a day, multi-day guided, self-guided or combination of the two, let us personalize a bike tour for your special group – big or small. You tell us what you would like and we take care of the details.

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Self Guided Tours

Our self-guided bike tours offer a balance of support and freedom to explore. Your bikes, accommodations, and luggage transfers are arranged, and a route and day-by-day itinerary are planned. Self-guided bike tours have more flexibility in your daily schedule but both guided and self-guided provide experiences you don’t get from the window of a train or rental car.

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Vancouver Island Guided Tours

Island Joy Rides combines bicycling, pampering and West Coast culture in our high quality Vancouver Island tours. All of our Joyrides are self-paced, fully supported and designed to let you fully experience our area in the best way possible - up close and personal.

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