August 10, 2022 in ,

5 reasons to try Jasper's new Bites on E-Bikes food tour

Sabrina Doyle
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Written by Sabrina Doyle
Main image by Sabrina Doyle/Tourism Jasper

There's a new tour in town! Jasper Food Tours is serving up a unique new experience that includes biking, delicious food and lots of mountain views! The Bites on E-Bikes tour takes you along 25 kilometers of Jasper's scenic backroads to three uniquely amazing restaurants outside town.

Don't let the distance concern you; with the help of e-bikes, even the most beginner bikers will have no trouble keeping up as your guide takes you to find delectable restaurants tucked away among the wilderness.

After picking up the rentals in town, the group will head out to visit three restaurants. At each one there will be waiting a delicious local dish to fuel you up before carrying on to the next stop. Along the way, spot beautiful blue-green lakes, scenic forest paths, mountain vistas, beaches, canyons and rivers viewpoints. Learn about some of Jasper's top stories and history by a local interpretive guide.

Below, find five top reasons why this tour is a must-do on your next visit to Jasper.

Tour runs Tuesday to Sunday from 2 PM to 6 PM

Rate include e-bike rental, interpretive guide and a full progressive 3-course meal. Minimum 12 Years Old.

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1 The pedaling is easy

It’s hard to put into words how fun it is to ride an e-bike. It takes all the charm of normal biking—fresh air, human-powered speed—but exchanges any sweaty grinding for effortless acceleration. It is pure elation.

About the E-Bikes: E-bikes are not motorcycles or moped. The supply of energy comes from a removable battery that helps you along if you want to go a bit faster or are climbing a hill. If you chose to pedal hard, very little battery power will be used. As you slow your pace, the electrical assistance kicks in and provides a welcome boost!

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2 The food is delicious and filling

Jasper Food Tours’ Bites on E-Bikes tour delivers hearty, delicious portions at wilderness restaurants that are a joy to discover. Each one is special in its own way, with its own specialties. From smoked meats to refined dishes to sumptuous desserts, you'll be left comfortably full and satisfied.

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3 It's led by a longtime local

As the owner of Jasper Food Tours, Estelle Blanchette knows her way around some Rocky Mountain cuisine. It's fuel on long hikes, joy shared with travel mates, and an outlet for her insatiable culinary innovation. Going on one of her tours is a great way to get a local insider's perspective on Jasper and its top spots for eats.

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4 It visits interesting scenery

Why only eat when you can sightsee at the same time. Biking means you're right in nature but able to move faster than when walking. The tour visits such iconic Jasper landmarks as Maligne Canyon, Lac Beauvert, and the Athabasca River. Learn about Jasper's hidden Karst system of caves, the earliest visitors to Jasper and watch for wildlife!

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5 The experience is unique

There's unique ways to dine and unique ways to explore the national park. This one-of-a-kind tour combines both. You'll finish full of food, facts, but most of all, memories.