Are the electric bikes suitable for beginners?

Yes, the bikes provide pedal assistance which makes riding easier for those with basic cycling experience.

Is a helmet provided with the tour?

Yes, all participants are given helmets to ensure safety during the ride.

Can children participate in this tour?

Children over 1.40 meters tall can ride electric bikes; smaller children use non-electric bikes or follow with a child seat.

What happens if the minimum number of participants isn’t met?

If fewer than two adults book, Local Experts Tours may cancel the trip up to the day before with a full refund.

Is the tour accessible for people with mobility issues?

This tour is not accessible for wheelchairs or strollers due to urban terrain and electric bike requirements.

What should I bring on the tour?

Bring comfortable clothes, closed shoes, sunscreen, and water. Rain gear is recommended depending on the forecast.

Electric Bike Tour Through Bilbao with Local Experts Tours | Bike Tour | E-Bike

Bilbao, the beating heart of Bizkaia in Spain’s Basque Country, melds rugged industrial history with contemporary flair. Local Experts Tours invites visitors to traverse this dynamic city on a 2-hour electric bike journey starting at Arriaga Plaza, 1, Ibaiondo. This ride slashes the effort of urban exploration while delivering a compact, vivid immersion in Bilbao’s architectural contrasts and cultural landmarks.

The tour’s route winds past the shimmering titanium curves of the Guggenheim Museum—an icon of modern art and design—then onward to San Mamés Stadium, where football passion runs deep in local veins. The innovative Zubizuri Bridge, with its sweeping white arch and glass deck designed by Santiago Calatrava, offers a striking contrast to the historic Ribera market district along the estuary. These stops punctuate the 9 km circuit through varied neighborhoods, from the historic Casco Viejo to the elegant boulevards of Abando.

What makes Local Experts Tours unique is their seamless blend of electric bike technology and local insight that opens Bilbao’s layers without fatigue. Riders gain not only effortless mobility but also context-rich commentary delivered by knowledgeable guides who highlight Bilbao’s transformation from an industrial center to a vibrant cultural hub. The route also reveals lesser-known urban details — from the maritime echoes near Euskalduna Bridge to the modern Isozaki Towers.

Perfect for travelers with limited time, this urban adventure elevates sightseeing with quick access and sustainable transportation combined. Guided stops encourage snapshot moments and stories behind each landmark. Wearing comfortable clothes and sensible shoes is advised to maximize enjoyment of this fast-paced yet relaxed ride. Whether arriving for a brief visit or seeking a fresh perspective on a classic Basque city, this electric bike tour delivers an efficient, authentic pulse on Bilbao’s modern identity.

About Local Experts Tours

Local Experts Tours is a guided-tour operator based in Pamplona, Navarra that organizes day trips and experiences across the Basque Country, Rioja and the French Basque coast. The company sells a wide range of tours departing from Pamplona and nearby cities listed in its offerings, including San Sebastián, Bilbao, Logroño, Vitoria and Biarritz. Its catalog features wine tours in Rioja with visits to two bodegas and traditional lunch options, txakoli wine experiences from Bilbao and Getaria, and guided visits to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao.

Food-focused experiences include sidrería visits, Idiazabal cheese tours in rural Basque Country, pintxo routes with Spanish D.O. wines, and cooking courses in San Sebastián.

Coastal and cultural excursions cover Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka, Gernika, Hondarribia, Zarautz, Getaria, Zumaia, Biarritz and Bayonne, with options for minibús transfers and private tours. Active itineraries include e-bike and bicycle routes in San Sebastián, trekking on sections of the Camino de Santiago, and paragliding near San Sebastián.

Local Experts Tours lists private and group formats, small-group departures, and secure online payment links. It also offers transfers and full-day excursions from neighboring cities. All descriptions and departure points reflect the trip names and summaries provided for the operator’s public listings. The operator's program also includes specialized excursions such as visits to the Sanctuary of Lourdes, the Royal Palace of Olite and Ujué, the Baztán Valley with Elizondo and the Zugarramurdi caves, and guided walks on Camino de Santiago routes. Several wine tours explicitly include bodega visits, tastings and traditional lunches. Bookings available online.