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1. Seattle Harbor Cruise

2. Viator Exclusive Day-Tour From Seattle to Mt. Rainier

3. Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market- 2 Hours

4. Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

5. Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

6. Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

7. Seattle City and Snoqualmie Falls Half-Day Guided Tour

8. Best of Olympic National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour

9. Exclusive Leavenworth tour from Seattle

10. Forest Hike to Gorgeous Twin and Snoqualmie Falls

11. Same Day Round Trip from Seattle to Victoria

12. 3 Hour Seattle City Tour

13. Evening Colors Sunset Sail Tour in Seattle

14. Touring and Hiking in Mt. Rainier National Park

15. Pike Place Market Tasting Tour

16. Seattle Grand 4-Hour City Tour

17. Private Walking Tour Seattle Delights at Fremont Frolic

18. Early-Bird Tasting Tour of Pike Place Market

19. Seattle Space Needle Observation Deck Admission Ticket

20. Whale Watching & Wildlife Tour, Seattle Pier 69

21. Snoqualmie Falls and Seattle Winery Tour

22. Olympic National Park Day Tour from Seattle

23. Seattle Sightseeing City Tour with Hotel Pick-up

24. Mt. Rainier Day Tour from Seattle

25. One Hour Sightseeing Cruise!

26. Small Group Mount Rainier National Park Day Tour from Seattle

27. Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle

28. Visit Snoqualmie Falls and Hike to Twin Falls

29. Seattle Locks Cruise

30. Canada Vancouver Day Trip from Seattle USA

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The 7 Best Seattle Tours

Explore the Emerald City's natural beauty and urban offerings with these guided excursions.

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See Seattle's top sights from the water with a tour from Argosy Cruises.

Note: Some tour providers on this list may have limited or ceased operations due to COVID-19. Check with your tour operator about availability before you book.

Idyllically situated in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is a mecca for foodies, tech experts and outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're here to see its city-based attractions like the Olympic Sculpture Park or its natural wonders like Mount Si , the best way to experience it all is with a guided tour. Browse through these 7 top Seattle tours, identified by U.S. News using both expert opinions and traveler sentiment, to help you plan your ideal getaway.

Argosy Cruises – Harbor Cruise

Sail through Seattle's Elliott Bay with Argosy Cruises. The one-hour narrated boat tour takes passengers through Puget Sound, by the shipping port and offers city skyline views. The vessel sports a full-service bar with snacks and alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks. Tour-goers report seeing lots of wildlife and fantastic views. They also enjoy their friendly and informative guides. Seating is first-come, first-served, and boarding begins 20 minutes ahead of departure time. Tickets start at $33 for adults and $20 for kids ages 4 to 12; children 3 and younger ride for free. Tours run multiple times daily during peak summer months; there is an abbreviated schedule in the winter. The company also conducts wine cruises, as well as cruises of Lake Washington, among other sailings.

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Tours Northwest – Mt Rainier Tour

A trip to Mount Rainier is a must when visiting Seattle, but if you don't want to navigate to the peak yourself, consider this daytrip with Tours Northwest. You'll ride in an air-conditioned coach bus through incredible scenery en route to the mountain. At the park, you'll have the opportunity to hike as much or as little as you want to see waterfalls, meadows and old-growth forests. Tourgoers rave about their guides' knowledge of the park and its trails. They also relish the beautiful scenery and the frequent stops for photo-ops and exploration. Tours operate May through October. Each tour begins at 7:30 a.m. and lasts about 10 hours. Tickets for adults cost approximately $140 and tickets for children 7 to 12 cost approximately $120. Park fees are included, but you will need to pay for lunch. Tours Northwest also provides tours of Seattle and the Boeing facility.

Customized Tours – Olympic National Park Tour

Olympic National Park encompasses nearly 1 million acres and features a variety of ecosystems, including temperate rainforests, mountains and coastline. Customized Tours' daylong outing of the park aims to see each of these ecosystems. The tour begins with pickup from select Seattle hotels before hopping on a ferry ride across the Puget Sound to explore the park. Travelers agree that the park is incredible and the long day (about 12 hours) is worth it. They also advise wearing comfortable shoes; you'll be chauffeured in a bus to different locations, but you will still do a lot of walking. Tickets start at $170 for adults and $145 for children 11 and younger. Pickups start around 7:30 a.m. Tours run Monday, Wednesday and Friday from April through October. The company operates several other Seattle outings, including city tours and trips to Mount Rainier.

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Beneath the Streets

Learn about the formation of Seattle and its original neighborhood, Pioneer Square, on this one-hour Beneath the Streets tour. Expert guides will lead you through underground passageways dating back to the 1890s, sharing historic information, along with stories of the Klondike Gold Rush, the city's architecture and the Coast Salish tribes who originally inhabited the area. Tourgoers describe the experience as full of interesting information and praise their well-educated guides. Tours, limited to 16 people, leave every 30 minutes between 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Though tours run daily, there is limited availability on Tuesday and Wednesday. Tickets cost approximately $25 for adults, $22 for college students and teens, and $15 for children ages 7 to 12. The company also operates an adults-only red-light district tour.

Eat Seattle – Food Tour of Pike Place

Taste your way through Seattle's famous Pike Place Market with a chef leading the way. Guides will share insider tips about where area chefs shop and explain the history of the market. Along the way, you could sample chowder, chocolate, pasta and more. Tour-takers say the guides are wonderful and the food is delicious. Many commented the samples are enough for lunch. The two-hour tours depart several times daily, typically between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tickets cost about $50 per person. Abbreviated, hourlong tours of the market are also available on select days.

Puget Sound Express – Seattle Whale Watching Tours

A variety of wildlife species call Seattle home, including several different types of whales. The Puget Sound Express offers a half-day whale-watching tour that gives visitors the opportunity to see orcas, humpback whales, otters, sea lions and more in the San Juan Islands. The company's speedy boats reach the islands in about an hour and feature indoor seating with large windows, outdoor viewing decks and a cafe serving fresh blueberry buckle. Plus, the Puget Sound Express guarantees you will see whales on your tour or your next trip is free. Tourgoers rave about the courteous crew and all the wildlife spotted thanks to the crew's attentiveness and knowledge of the area. Tours last four to five hours and leave daily from April through October. Exact departure times vary by season. Ticket prices start at $135 for adults and $95 for children 2 to 10, while children younger than 2 ride for free. The company also offers bird-watching and multi-day wildlife cruises.

Shutter Tours – Snoqualmie Falls and Seattle City Tour

Travelers enjoy this comprehensive tour because it offers a balance of gorgeous natural scenery and a great overview of the city's top sights. During the four-hour excursion, tourgoers start with a lesson in Seattle history, exploring the Pioneer Square area – the hub of the Klondike Gold Rush. Travelers are then transported to the beautiful Snoqualmie Falls in the Cascade foothills. Next, the tour continues to the famous Fremont Troll and then the Ballard Locks. Finally, it concludes at Kerry Park , a popular spot to snap photos of the Seattle skyline. Reviewers recommend booking this tour your first day in Seattle to get your bearings. Tickets cost approximately $70 for adults, $65 for seniors, and $55 for children 12 and younger. Tours run daily at 10 a.m. Shutter Tours also operates a tour to Mount Rainier and a Tulip Festival tour every April.

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Mt Rainier Tour from Seattle

Touring at its finest with knowledgeable guides, comfortable mini-coaches, and 3 convenient meeting locations from downtown Seattle. Experience old-growth forests, wildflower-filled meadows, and thundering waterfalls on this tour of Mt. Rainier.

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Pre-Alaska Cruise Transportation and City Tour

Make the most of your time and money by combining tour and transportation with our Pre-Cruise City Tour! It also includes a 3-hour tour of Seattle. Consider this tour your Seattle hotel cruise port shuttle, with local culture added on top.

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Olympic National Park 2-Day Tour

Explore the stunning natural beauty of Olympic National Park on this 2-day tour. K nowledgeable guides, comfortable mini-coaches, and 3 convenient meeting locations from downtown Seattle create a smooth, enjoyable experience. This is your chance to wander through alpine meadows and lush rainforests. Cameras at the ready!

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Private Charters with Tours Northwest are your best option for airport or cruise ship transportation, shuttles to events and business meetings, or regular outings such as school sports events.

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Tours Northwest is a local, family-owned company that has been operating in Seattle for the past 30+ years. We offer tours in Seattle, Washington such as our Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour year-round. Beginning in May, we showcase our all-day scenic tour to Mt. Rainier ! Our recent addition of the 2-Day Olympic National Park Tour provides an exclusive tour from Seattle of the lush Hoh Rainforest, sea stack filled Pacific coastline, and Hurricane Ridge.

Our Seattle Tours offer a perfect orientation overview of the Pacific Northwest with authentic and memorable insights into the city of Seattle and surrounding areas, covering geography, culture, food, history, and architecture. Get a chance to see the massive Boeing factory and impressive 777 planes being built on our unique Private SUV Boeing Factory Tour . We provide transportation services and tours from most hotels in downtown Seattle. Our 14 to 32 passenger mini-coaches are comfortable with large, oversized windows so you won’t miss a thing.

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Avery was our tour guide and he was amazing!! Knowledgeable, funny, personable and kind to my ADA grandmother. We enjoyed seeing all the sights. Would highly recommend this tour, and would highly recommend requesting Avery as your guide if that's at all possible!!

What a way to see Mt Rainer! Lucinda was the perfect guide, very knowledgeable, willing to lend a helping hand, who truly enjoys what she does and I feel like she went above and beyond! We had perfect viewing conditions and our guide took us to all the perfect picturesque spots! Would highly recommend this tour!

I enjoyed this tour and the pace of it given my lengthy travel the day before to get to Seattle. The tour guide was knowledgeable, quirky and made everyone feel at home immediately. He was very warm, and took care of us throughout our stops, especially when I got lost. There was a lot to see of urban and suburban and the pace, stop-offs and breaks were all good and reasonable in length. There was alot of knowledge being passed, and he provided a backbone to the start up, progress and history of the city. That really helped me for the rest of my stay in Seattle and other tours I took. I’d recommend this tour. There isn’t a lot of walking but i left feeling I had a better feel for the city and it’s people.

This was an excellent way to see the majority of the park and explore various highlights including several waterfalls, with a limited amount of time. The guide, Andreas, was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and shared insights regarding the history and seasonal changes within the park. Highly recommend this trip.

We thought we had missed the tour by mis-reading the pick-up time. We phoned the company (and spoke to a live person) and they agreed to circle back to pick us up! We are soooo glad we didn't miss it. Steve was an amazing guide with wonderful insights into the city history, amusing quips about area, and he simply made the tour a memorable event. Well worth the time and money.

Great time! Our driver/tour guide, Ken, was fantastic, very knowledgeable! Would give us little tidbits of info on Seattle as we left Seattle and also when returning besides plenty info on Mt Rainier. I was very impressed with his amount of knowledge. Wish I could have retained all of it, lol. The views as we drove up the mountain were gorgeous and he would always gave us a heads up so we could have our phones/cameras ready to snap. He would also make stops on the way back so we could have more time to take the scenery in. Make sure to bring snacks along and we were able to stop at a grocery store with a great deli so we could purchase something for our lunch for later. Our final stop did not have a big choice and also had long lines. Glad we purchased our deli items ahead of time. Gave us more time to explore the area. Great Day!!!

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THE INAUGURAL TOUR DE PIER SEATTLE STATIONARY CYCLING FUNDRAISER OPENS REGISTRATION

Seattle’s Most Unique Charity Event Gears-up to take the Sport of Indoor Cycling to Lake Union Park to Benefit Virginia Mason Cancer Institute and Other Nonprofit Cancer Organizations

WHAT:   Registration for the Inaugural Tour de Pier Seattle, one of the most unique fundraisers in the U.S. is now open to thousands of stationary cyclists to raise money to fight cancer. The award-winning stationary cycling charity event will be making its Pacific Northwest debut on September 14 and will benefit a trio of nonprofit cancer charities:  Virginia Mason Cancer Institute ; the Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research and the Uncle Kory Foundation .

The Tour de Pier Seattle brings one of the “hottest” indoor fitness activities – stationary cycling – to the gorgeous outdoors. Cyclists will be overlooking stunning Lake Union near downtown Seattle while pedaling to defeat cancer. Seattle’s best instructors and celebrity guests will spin riders through a five-hour session with energizing music and loads of excitement. In addition to cycling, the public can enjoy a free Health & Fitness Expo, live entertainment, great tunes, healthy food and beverages, as well as interactive health & fitness booths.

Since the first Tour de Pier was held in May 2013 in Manhattan Beach, California (an iconic beachside community in Los Angeles), the fitness charity event has raised more than $6.5 million for nonprofit cancer organizations and has grown to be one of the most popular outdoor charity events in Southern California. With the help and generosity of strong community supporters, sponsors and donors, the Tour de Pier Seattle will be on track to reaching its $250,000 fundraising goal to support cancer research.

WHEN:    Saturday, September 14,  8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

WHERE:  Lake Union Park 860 Terry Ave., North,  Seattle, WA 98109

COST/HOW IT WORKS: Participants register to reserve a bike for five one-hour sessions. Recruit up to four teammates or ride solo. Registration fee per rider is $150 and will include a bike, event shirt, and participant gift bag. Each bike team must raise a minimum of $750 (registration fees will count toward the $750). Online registration closes on Thursday, August 15 at midnight or as space permits. For more information and to register, visit www.seattletourdepier.com .

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The 75-minute guided walking tour begins beneath Doc Maynard’s Public House, then spills into historic Pioneer Square, Seattle’s birthplace, before plunging underground for an exclusive, time-capsule view of the buried city.!

It’s the only way to tour the interconnecting tunnels of the world-famous Seattle Underground—don’t be fooled by impostors.

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The tour ends in Rogues Gallery and the Underground Gift Shop, where you’ll find displays depicting the past and Northwest memorabilia. Sons of the Profits , the book by Bill Speidel upon which the tour is based, is our most popular souvenir.

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3 Hour Sightseeing Seattle Tour

Experience the best of the city with a small group of no more than 14 guests! Great way to get to know all of Seattle in a short amount of time, we’ll explore all the major attractions and give you a glimpse into the charming neighborhoods that make Seattle unique.

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Pike Place Market Food & Culture Tour

Join us on an intimate guided food tour of the world-famous Pike Place Market as we explore the back alleys, narrow corridors, and tiny storefronts in search of our favorite places.

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Our classic city highlights tour with plenty of insider info and photo ops.  3 hours of local hotspots, best-kept secrets, and charming neighborhoods show you the best of Seattle!

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Enjoy a fun-filled, day-long tour of the breathtakingly-beautiful wonderland that is Mount Rainier National Park.

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Snoqualmie Falls & Seattle Tour

Picturesque tour of downtown seattle and historic waterfall, highlights include:.

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Shutter Tours is a family-owned business that has been providing unique and authentic Seattle experiences to locals and visitors alike for over a decade. Founded on the local knowledge of five generations of Seattle exploration, we create tours that go beyond the typical tourist spots and introduce our guests to hidden gems and local culture.

If you are visiting Seattle for the first time, our tours will take you beyond the Space Needle and Pike Place Market and introduce you to unique points of interest across our city and region.

If you already live in Seattle, our tours will help you rediscover your city and gain a deeper appreciation for its history, culture, and beauty. We will take you to places you may not have explored and provide insights and stories that will enhance your understanding of the city and its people. Our tours will give you a renewed sense of enthusiasm and pride for the region you call home.

You'll love our expert guides who are passionate about sharing their city with others, and we have been recognized for our excellence every year we've been eligible for the Trip Advisor Traveler's Choice Award , with over 1,200 five star reviews. This rating places us among the top 10% of all travel businesses worldwide for consistently earning high ratings from TripAdvisor travelers. Join us for our 15th season in 2023 and discover Seattle with Shutter Tours.

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As a fourth-generation Seattleite, I take immense pride in calling this city my home, cherishing its rich history and natural splendor. Through Shutter Tours, I am thrilled to extend an invitation to others, encouraging them to embark on their own adventures, discover new horizons, and capture the enchanting essence of travel throughout their tour with us.

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Customized Tours shows you The Emerald City like no one else. With over 30 years in the business, we know which world class spots to show you for maximum enjoyment.

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Mt. Rainier Day Tour

Enjoy a fun-filled, day-long tour of the breathtakingly beautiful wonderland that is Mount Rainier National Park.

DURATION: 10-12 Hours PRICE: $175 Adult, $135 Child MORE INFORMATION Book Now Gift Card

Seattle Grand Four Hour City Tour

This city tour, spanning four hours, offers an excellent beginning for those seeking a close and personalized introduction to the marvels of the Emerald City.

DURATION: 4 Hours PRICE: $107 Adult, $96 Child MORE INFORMATION Book Now Gift Card

Winery + Waterfall Tour

Embark on a delightful wine-tasting journey to Woodinville, a charming destination just outside Seattle, providing an intimate tasting experience with boutique wineries. The adventure extends to the majestic Snoqualmie Falls, inviting exploration of its beautiful gardens and trails.

DURATION: 6 Hours PRICE: $135 Adult, $100 Child MORE INFORMATION Book Now Gift Card

Olympic National Park Tour

Olympic National Park is well known for having several different ecosystems to explore: subalpine forest, wildflower meadows, temperate rain-forest, and the rugged Pacific Shore.

DURATION: 12 Hours PRICE: $230 Adult, $182 Child MORE INFORMATION Book Now Gift Card

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Day Trip

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Brighten up your spring with a day trip from Seattle to the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, one of the most magnificent floral displays in the US! (ENTER PROMO CODE “TULIPS24” to receive a special 50% discount now) DURATION: 8 Hours PRICE: $250 Each MORE INFORMATION

‘Faithful Hands’ Farm Tour

Come and engage your senses in our interactive farm tour and learn what we do to run our farm. Visit the gardens and greenhouse and see what we grow. Our hope is that you will leave feeling inspired, encouraged and empowered to try it yourselves.

DURATION: 1.5 Hours PRICE:  $25 Adult, $15 Child MORE INFORMATION Book Now

Leavenworth Village of Lights Festival

Visit the Village of Lights Festival in the picturesque Bavarian-themed mountain village of Leavenworth, Washington. (ENTER PROMO CODE: LIGHTS24 to receive a special 50% discount now)

DURATION: 12 Hours PRICE: $198 Each MORE INFORMATION Book Now Gift Card

Boeing Factory Tour

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Easy and relaxing.

I can tell you this: from start to finish, the day was perfect. Touring with Customized Tours was easy, relaxing, and so lovely.

Our Honeymoon Trip

"Cory, our tour guide greeted us directly in our hotel lobby. We were the last of the tour to be picked up, so we were immediately on our way to the first winery! The tour does not include wine tasting fees, but there was a free tour that included some wine tasting (Chateau Ste. Michelle). We even had time to enjoy a glass of wine before the tour. Our tour guide took care of getting us our boxed lunches as we were at the winery! The next stop was Goose Ridge Winery, where we enjoyed lunch and another wine tasting. My husband saw that they also had cider tastings so he was able to taste cider! Our tour guide was very informative and personable, making the trip enjoyable. We had ample time to spend at each location. The falls were magnificent and it was convenient to be dropped off right at the falls! The last stop at the chocolate factory was a sweet end to our tour! We would highly recommend this tour!"

4-hour seattle city tour

We enjoyed our tour and our tour guide was very good about taking us to all the popular places as well as some side stops. (ex: Theo's chocolates, fisherman's landing, Kerry Park, Klondike National Park/museum). She was very knowledgeable and very informative about Seattle. We would recommend this tour and it is very reasonably priced.

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Snoqualmie Falls and Seattle Winery Tour

Cory, the guide made this trip so much fun! I would highly recommend this trip it was the best part of my Seattle visit! (January 2020)

Most beautiful place in Washington State with super friendly and knowledgeable guide

Wow, what a day! I wasn’t sure what to expect with it being pretty cold and wet, but this tour was a blast. It had everything, beautiful lakes, waterfalls, beautiful lush forest, ocean beaches, hiking (be prepared to do a fair bit, at least 5 or 6 miles). Cresent Lake is breathtaking and Tongue point was a beautiful surprise at low tide with all the tide pools. Joel did an excellent job of showing us all the diverse landscape and some super cool hidden gems. There were even a few things we missed due to road closures so I will definitely be going back on another tour when the weather warms up. This place is truly spectacular and I couldn’t have asked for a more friendlier and knowledgeable guide.

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Tour de Terrace is a Seafair sanctioned summer festival for Mountlake Terrace & neighboring communities, attracting tens of thousands of visitors to Mountlake Terrace each July. Presented by a small group of dedicated volunteers, this festival was created in 1993 to generate community spirit and pride. We invite families, businesses, and visitors to celebrate in this family-oriented, fun-filled festival.

Come watch the Tour de Terrace Parade! See celebrities, Classic Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show, amazing floats, drill teams, Mountlake Terrace High School Athletes, and so much more! And of course, the SeaFair pirates are on hand to “terrify” and delight the children!  Parade is held Friday evening. The entire Festival is a Friday through Sunday event.

"If you think Seafair kicks off with Saturday’s Torchlight Parade in Seattle, you might be hearing from friends and family in Mountlake Terrace." Sharon Salyer

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Find a rider, tour de cure is the american diabetes association’s premiere cycling and fundraising event. with health and safety in mind, the 2023 tour de cure will be in person at locations around the country..

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Tour de Cure is the premier fundraising campaign of the American Diabetes Association ® , now with virtual engagement designed for anyone and everyone to participate. The campaign has been expanded to include more members of our community and bring them together to learn about diabetes, healthy living and to support people living with diabetes. Tour de Cure is a unique opportunity for businesses, clubs, friends and families to form virtual teams with the vision of a life free of diabetes and all its burdens.

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