Join the Flying Bike guides for an electronic bike expedition through Asheville’s famed River Arts District (RAD). You’ll encounter local artisans and enjoy an up-close view of their artistic processes. This tour spans roughly 3 hours, leading you away from the usual touristic spots and along cycling paths and greenways by the tranquil French Broad River.

The journey’s first stop is at The Marquee, a gigantic marketplace presenting curated vendors from the nearby region and further afield. The second halt will be at Small Batch Glass, offering insight into the steps to create a unique piece of glasswork. Our final destination before returning to our base is the New Belgium Brewery, where you can enjoy a refreshing beer and a satisfying meal from a food truck.

*Kindly note that food and beverage costs are not included in the tour pricings, but can be obtained separately.

• The electric bikes will take all of the hard work out of your ride. We routinely have riders that span the spectrum of age and fitness. The main requirement is that you be coordinated and fit enough to balance a 55-pound bike. A training and practice session is provided at the start of each tour. For people who would like to go on the tour but cannot balance a bike, it is possible to arrange a ride on the back of one of our stretch cargo bikes that will be driven by another person in your party.
• Legally, you must be 16 years or older to operate an electric bike. Guides reserve the right to request proof of age of any rider. Riders should also be at least 5 feet tall to operate their own bike. Guests younger than 16 may ride as a passenger with an adult in their group on the back of one of our cargo bikes or in a child seat (for children ages 1-6 or up to 48.5 pounds).
• Tours are subject to favorable weather conditions. If there is light rain in the forecast but none at the start of the tour, we will decide together at the time of the tour whether to ride. We will provide rain ponchos and rain covers for the bike storage bags to protect your belongings. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund.
• Pets are not allowed on tours, please contact us with any questions or concerns.