Historical Philipsburg Bike Tour in St Maarten

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Summary

Make your way to the Philipsburg cruise terminal to meet your group and cycling guide. After a brief safety orientation, get fitted for a bicycle and safety gear. After you practice a little bit go get comfortable, follow your guide into the streets of Philipsburg. Visit the Passangrahn Hotel, the oldest inn in St Maarten, and learn about its colorful history and West Indian architecture. In the center of town, see the Philipsburg Courthouse on Front Street and Captain Hodge's Wharf. Leaving downtown, pedal up Little Bay Hill, which affords views of Great Bay, Little Bay and the whole of Philipsburg from the top. Feel free to hop off and walk your bike up the challenging hill.  Pedal through the Divi Little Bay Beach Resort to reach Fort Amsterdam, perched out on a peninsula. Built in the 17th century, this fort was the first belonging to the Dutch in the whole Caribbean. Learn about the many battles between the Spanish and Dutch fleets that took place here in the 1600s. The site offers panoramic views of the city and Great Bay.  Cycle along a pleasant boardwalk back to the Philipsburg cruise port, where your tour will end after 3 hours.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
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Why take this tour?

Experience St Maarten's unique and colourful past as you take a leisure bicycle ride through its historically-rich streets. Your guide will lead you into the heart of town, where you will have the chance to stop at various points of interest to learn about the island’s turbulent past and rich culture. You will get up close to the famous salt pond, visit important landmarks such as the Old Court House, Freedom Fighters Monument, and Carnival Village, enjoying several fun photo opportunities. Of course your day will not be complete without a dip in the pristine waters of Great Bay before heading back to Port.

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What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • Use of bicycle

  • Use of helmet

  • Bottled water

  • One cold beverage (water, soda, beer or rum punch)

  • Gratuities

  • Food

  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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St. Maarten Bike Tours - TriSport

About operator:

Tired of the typical bus and beach tours? Join Tri-Sport for a bike tour. All of our memorable bicycle tours are full of history and led by knowledgeable guides who will coach you along the way. Our shortest and most popular tour is Historical Philipsburg by Bicycle. A six mile bike ride through our capital town and up to historical Fort Amsterdam is a great way to get to know our island. The Cross the Border bike tour is a medium intensity ride that can be customized to fit the needs of your group. The trip ride takes you to Marigot the capital town of the French side of the island to explore the markets and Fort Louis. If the group is up for it make a detour on the way back to catch some airplanes landing at the infamous Maho Beach. For the more experienced cyclists, get your heart pumping on the Gem of St. Maarten tour - 30kms will take you through town, residential areas along a beautiful coastal road all the way to Orient beach - and back. Get ready for some hills!

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