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FACT SHEET: Seattle Heritage Custom Bike and Walking ToursCustom departures, year round, depending on availability.
No tours Nov 2-20, 2007, because we will be
on an international tour.
* Fees are for guide only and don't include meals, drinks or bicycles - bikes can be rented locally. Average out of pocket expenses per tour $30 plus or minus $20. Sample of Custom Bicycle Tour Routes (map with selected routes): Celebrating the Ethnic Diversity of Seattle (four hours) - This is the program that works best as a walking tour. From the time of the arrival of the first outsiders in the region the newcomers have been multi-ethnic. The program recalls the stories and events that lie behind the Euro-America facade of the Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, International District (China Town, Japan Town, Little Saigon), the old Jewish neighborhood. Women in the Character and Culture of Seattle (four hours) - the route takes in the Pike Place Market, Capital Hill, the University District and Fremont, highlight the contributions of women to the character and culture of Seattle, including politicians, suffragists, educators, artist, social activists, businesswomen. "est" Tour (four hours) - A fun tour of a hundred of the oldest, tallest, and quirkiest sites in Seattle. Interfaith Heritage (four hours) - Explore a slice of reverent and irreverent Jewish, Christian, Moslem, and Eastern faith, history and legacy in Seattle from Pioneer Square to Capital Hill and through the Central District.. Labor, Leftists and the Common Folk that shaped Seattle (four hours) - A social history of Seattle. Popular Culture (four hours) - Seattle dominate popular musical culture has changed over time from vaudeville, to burlesque, to jazz, to garage rock, to hip-hop, to grunge, with more others sub-trends in between. There is also the opera, symphony and more theatre per capita than any place else in the country. We will survey these, along with some film locations and other tidbits that we let you in on the changing pulse of the city. Seattle's Historic Neighborhoods (eight hours) - A scenic and historic route through Seattle neighborhoods. The basic routes includes the Waterfront, Ballard, Fremont, University District, Leishi, Columbia City, China Town/International District and Pioneer Square. Some of the points of interest that can be included are Mirtle Edwards Park, Fisherman's Terminal, Discovery Park, fish ladders, Burke-Gilman Trail, Kite Hill, University of Washington Campus, Washington Park Arboretum, Viretta Park, Lake Washington and Kubota Garden (Japanese). Sub-themes can include ethnic communities, women, labor, popular culture, public art and architecture. General Features of All Programs: Small group exploration of the fascinating cultural and ethnic diversity (Native American, Asian American, African American, Pacific Islander and European American) and natural and social history of Seattle. Enjoy the extraordinary natural beauty of the mountains, waterways and forest, public art, architecture, historic sites, and beautiful bicycling. Starting/Ending Point: any convenient location in greater Seattle, Washington, including hotels, bed and breakfasts, bike rental location, etc. Skill Level: Suitable for Fit Beginners / Intermediate / Experts Mileage: 5-80 km, 3-50 miles. Cycling Conditions: paved roads, mostly flat and small hills, maybe a couple of big hills. Accommodations: not provided, information available. Van Support: no vehicle support, all local transit buses have bike racks and head back to near the starting point. Meals: not included in the cost of the tour, information on unique restaurants and cafes available. Other Activities: Discussions, visits, walking Bike: Touring, hybrid or mountain bikes are suitable. Bicycle helmets are required by local law. Bike Rental: Available from local bike shop for $5-8 per hour, or $25-32 for all day. Payment: Full payment due at departure. Cancellation: A $50 administrative fee is forfeited for cancellation of a pre-paid tour. |
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Regional Background Information and Links Getting There: Multi-modal Options for Seattle, King County & the Northwest Rolling the Islands of the Salish Sea (2 week program)
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