Alexander Valley Biking
Join Backroads for a stellar weekend getaway, biking through three valleys of world-renowned vineyards, and discover the scenic routes, picnic spots and perfect vistas that make this pocket of Northern California so special. Pedal along quiet country roads, past manicured vineyards, fertile orchards, bright golden meadows and mighty redwoods. Sample the freshest of local cuisine, not to mention world-class wine and relax each night at a cozy inn surrounded by vineyards.
Days 1-3 Geyserville
Meet in San Francisco 
Shuttle to Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve Stately redwoods shade much of your ride through the Russian River Valley Approaching charming Healdsburg, you're greeted by sweeping views of vineyards and pastureland Relax at our hotel, with views of Mount St. Helena In the Alexander Valley, often compared to France's Bordeaux region, stop in at some of the many wineries that dot the landscape Pedal along hillsides blanketed with vineyards, apple orchards and oak forests in the Dry Creek Valley, known for its fine zinfandels Bike over the forested Mayacamas Mountains to the Napa Valley Lunch at a winery outside the spa town of Calistoga.
WINE COUNTRY ELEGANCE : Casual Inns
Geyserville Inn (2 nights): Offering beautiful wine-country-themed rooms, this cozy inn enjoys panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards.
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Levels 1 to 3 2 Route Options Available
- 18, 33 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 1 to 3 2 Route Options Available
- 15, 35 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Level 2 1 Route Option Available
- 24 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
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 | ||
| Level 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 mile | 2-5 miles |
| Level 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| Level 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| Level 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| Level 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
2008 DATES
CLASSIC TRIPS
- 9/12-14Price: $1198 pp dbl. occ., (+ $290 for sgl. occ.)
- 9/26-28Price: $1198 pp dbl. occ., (+ $290 for sgl. occ.)
- 10/17-19Price: $1198 pp dbl. occ., (+ $290 for sgl. occ.)
SINGLES+SOLOS TRIPS
- 7/25-27Price: $1198 pp dbl. occ., (+ $290 for sgl. occ.)
- 8/29-31Price: $1198 pp dbl. occ., (+ $290 for sgl. occ.)
- 9/19-21Price: $998 pp dbl. occ., (+ $290 for sgl. occ.)
- 10/3-5Price: $1198 pp dbl. occ., (+ $290 for sgl. occ.)
Reserve early for the best available price. Prices may change during the course of the year--if they do change, the best prices are available earlier. Once you book your trip, your price is guaranteed.
Trip praise
This was an excellent trip! Our leaders were awesome - knowledgeable, fun, and inspiring. I was able to go at my own pace and enjoy the scenery. The rides were scenic and at times challenging. Support was excellent. This was a very enjoyable experience which I would recommend to anyone interested in the wine country.- Lascassas, TN