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  • From $2,698
    To $2,798 pp dbl. occ.
  • (+From $880 To $980
    for sgl. occ.)

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6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS
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TRIP NOTES

All meals included except 1 lunch and 1 dinner.

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Special Interest

Fine Wine & Cuisine, Romance &/or Honeymoon, Spa

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Napa & Sonoma Counties: Vineyards, Redwoods & Coast

Like a fine wine, this classic Backroads trip has grown beautifully with age. Join us to explore five valleys of world-famous vineyards, forests of soaring redwoods, perfect pastoral landscapes and the captivating Pacific Coast. Since 1980, we've introduced enthusiastic travelers to - and reacquainted many with - the region's hidden gems and treasures, from wineries and restaurants to picnic spots and deluxe spas. And we've found what our guests like best are the options—to keep biking the stunning countryside, return for a relaxing massage or schedule a tasting at an off-route winery. The choice is yours on this vintage Backroads experience.

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Day 1 sonoma

Meet for a picnic lunch at Bouchaine Vineyards Pedal past neatly manicured vineyards, old barns and picturesque farmhouses in the Carneros region Arrive in the historic town of Sonoma, where you may choose to cap off the day with a soothing massage or a Roman bath treatment.

Day 2 bodega bay

As you pedal toward the coast, vineyards give way to groves of eucalyptus, rolling pastures and wide-open cattle-grazing country Enjoy the spa, fitness center, swimming pool and sauna at tonight's hotel.

Day 3 Healdsburg

Spin past Pacific Coast beaches and rugged bluffs Head inland along the Russian River to Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve for a picnic Enjoy local wine during a special dinner.

Days 4-6 yountville

Bike through the Dry Creek Valley In Alexander Valley, enjoy a classic Backroads picnic before continuing to Napa Valley and the spa town of Calistoga Savor the region's best as we dine in Yountville, the "culinary capital" of Wine Country Pedal through the heart of the valley, stopping to visit a few of the over 500 wineries that dot the landscape Rejuvenate at the pool and spa at our luxurious hotel or treat yourself to shopping and world-class dining Ride down the Silverado Trail, where a host of wineries vie for your attention.

Guest Trip Reviews

I had never done anything like this before and it was absolutely the most amazing trip I've ever taken - everything about it was wonderful! I smiled during the entire trip and have been telling all of my friends about it in the most glowing terms I can think of.
Jo Curran - St. Louis, MO

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WINE COUNTRY CLASSICS: Premiere Inns

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

Sonoma (1 night): This sprawling 1927 replica of a California mission with a pool and spa "has a menu of treatments as broad as its spa cuisine is lean," reported Travel+Leisure.

Bodega Bay Lodge & Spa

Bodega Bay (1 night): Overlooking Doran Beach State Park, our coastal retreat features a pool, sweeping bay views and remodeled guest rooms with fireplaces.

Madrona Manor

Healdsburg (1 night): A grand Victorian mansion and carriage house furnished with antiques and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, surrounded by acres of lawns, woods, orchards, gardens and a pool. And don't forget the hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant.

Villagio Inn & Spa

Yountville (2 nights): In the heart of Napa Valley, a Travel+Leisure favorite with a pool, gorgeous new spa, spacious guest rooms and proximity to world-class dining.

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Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

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Route Rating

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
  • Level 1  1 Route Option Available
  • 16 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 2
  • Levels 2 to 5  4 Route Options Available
  • 24, 31, 45, 61 miles
  • 500 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
  • Levels 2 to 4 3 Route Options Available
  • 25, 43, 55 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 4
  • Levels 2 to 5  3 Route Options Available
  • 23, 43, 63 miles
  • 0 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Day 5
  • Levels 2 to 4 3 Route Options Available
  • 29, 35, 55 miles
  • 500 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Day 6
  • Levels 1 to 2   2 Route Options Available
  • 20, 26 miles
  • 1000 - 2000 feet elevation gain
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Trips For All Abilities

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Activity Level Average Time Average Distance
    Biking Walking
& Hiking
1 2-3
hours
10-20
miles
2-5
miles
2 2-4
hours
21-30
miles
5-7
miles
3 3-5
hours
31-40
miles
7-9
miles
4 4-6
hours
41-55
miles
9-11
miles
5 5-7+
hours
56-75+
miles
11-13+
miles