Runaway Bay Trip Overview
Available in April and November, the Jamaica Reggae Ride will take cyclists on a 3 day, escorted bike ride across the scenic south and north of the island of Jamaica. The route passes through stunning landscapes, passing coconut & banana plantations, white sand beaches and through quaint fishing villages.
There will be some fast flats and a few climbs, but we cater to ALL pace levels. If you are an elite cyclist, be prepared to be challenged by the island’s top champions and if you are a newbie or intermediate cyclist, know that we make it fun for everyone and there is full service support at all times along the way.
NO ONE IS EVER ALONE ON THE ROAD BY THEMSELVES EVER!
So come on, let’s ride!
Let us show you why Jamaica is truly the “heartbeat” of the Caribbean
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Runaway Bay, Jamaica
Trip Category: Walking & Biking Tours >> Bike & Mountain Bike Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Runaway Bay, Jamaica, Jamaica
Available in April and November, the Jamaica Reggae Ride will take cyclists on a 3 day, escorted bike ride across the scenic south and north of the island of Jamaica. The route passes through stunning landscapes, passing coconut & banana plantations, white sand beaches and through quaint fishing villages.
There will be some fast flats and a few climbs, but we cater to ALL pace levels. If you are an elite cyclist, be prepared to be challenged by the island’s top champions and if you are a newbie or intermediate cyclist, know that we make it fun for everyone and there is full service support at all times along the way.
NO ONE IS EVER ALONE ON THE ROAD BY THEMSELVES EVER!
So come on, let’s ride!
Let us show you why Jamaica is truly the “heartbeat” of the Caribbean
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
Pass By: Montego Bay, Montego Bay, Saint James Parish, Jamaica
An easy getting-to-know-you ride. 2 route choices. Dont get too geeky as we can make changes at any time.
Travel through the residential areas of Montego Bay and the old historic town of Falmouth. There are scenic views of the Caribbean with smooth gently undulating, roads. We make a stop at a Rastafarian home to get an in depth view of the culture and lifestyle of this unique religion.
07:00-07:30 – Breakfast
07:30-08:00 – Group Photos and then Ride out
11:30am – Return to hotel
Lunch at leisure in the hotel
4:00-5:30pm – Optional Cycling – One hour training with 3 time Olympian Coach Peter Aldridge and his team on a closed course – skills training.
Dinner and evening at leisure to enjoy the hotel
6:00pm Optional tour: Luminous Lagoon
Overnight Host Hotels: Holiday Inn/ Riu Montego Bay
DISTANCE AND ROUTE OPTIONS: Welcome Ride
Cycling Option 1- Full route – 42 miles/1079 FT
Cycling Option 2-Short route – 28 miles/707FT
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is included in the hotel. On ride days we enjoy a fruit & pastry and then use the items provided on the sag.
• Lunch: Buffet lunch provided in the hotel – included. We always return by lunchtime.
• Dinner: Choice of restaurants in your hotel
Accommodation included: 4 nights per person, sharing in a double room at the Grand Bahia Principe Jamaica
Day 2: Spring Hill Strava Challenge
Stop At: Joe James Gallery, Rio Bueno Main Roads, Rio Bueno Jamaica
Ride Day 2 Montego Bay – Rio Bueno
Today sees us heading along the northcoast of the island, along perfectly paved roads, with a few climbs along the way for fun! Today is a serious challenge with some hills to climb including the KOM/QOM Strava challenge of Spring Hill. We always regroup at the top – so pace yourself and do it in your own time!
We turn around at the Joe James gallery on the seaside road at RIo Bueno.We enjoy coffee and snacks at this seaside restaurant and are entertained by schoolchildren.
06:30-07:00 – Breakfast
07:00-07:30 – Photos and then Ride out
1:30pm – Return to resort for lunch
7:00 pm Depart Riu for Holiday Inn
7:30pm Private Farewell dinner, with award ceremony
Overnight Host Hotels: Holiday Inn/ Riu Montego Bay
DISTANCE AND ROUTE OPTIONS: Sunday
Cycling Option 1- Full route – 63 miles/2379ft – Spring Hill KOM Strava Challenge
Cycling Option 2-Short route – 38 miles/745ft
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included at the hotel. If we leave before breakfast you can grab a sandwich in the sports bar
• Lunch: We are back in the resort in time for lunch at your choice of restaurant but we recommend the buffet
• Dinner: Dinner is included in this all inclusive resort
Accommodation included: 4nights overnight in a shared double room at Grand Bahia Principe
Day 3: Sandy Bay ride
Pass By: Green Grotto Caves, Runaway Bay Jamaica
A scenic ride with a few rollers, along the northcoast of the island. We stop to enjoy fresh coconut water straight from the nut- it’s the best natural hydration and it’s so delicious. Not like from the box!
06:30-07:00 – Breakfast
07:00-07:30 – Photos and then Ride out
11:30am – Return to hotel
Lunch at leisure in the resort
13:00- 17:30 Optional Sightseeing tour Tour: Dunns River Waterfalls
Dinner and evening at leisure to enjoy the hotel
Overnight Host Hotels: Holiday Inn/ Riu Montego Bay
DISTANCE AND ROUTE OPTIONS: Sunday
Cycling Option 1- Full route – 41miles/15ft48
Cycling Option 2-Short route – 25.6 miles/695ft
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica – 4 nights included.
Day 4: Departure
Stop At: Montego Bay, Montego Bay, Saint James Parish, Jamaica
Arrival and Departure shuttle airport transfers are included
Duration: 10 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica
