Sonoma Wine Country Bike Tour - Weekend Getaway
Couples, Friends & Solos
Sonoma Wine Country Bike Tour - Weekend Getaway
Couples, Friends & Solos
3 days
2 nights
Activity Levels 1-4
Premiere Hotels
2025: Jul-Nov2026: Apr-Nov
From Redwoods to Sonoma County Vineyards
Cycling from Alexander Valley to Dry Creek and along the Russian River―three days never felt so good. Oak-speckled hills. Impeccably manicured vineyards. A blend of farm-town charm and urban sophistication. Lunch alfresco leads to a gourmet dinner. Crisp whites and rich reds. A perfect night's sleep. We just arrived? It already feels like a blissful week.
Highlights
- Explore three charming Wine Country valleys in three days, learning the differences in their wine and terrain as you go
- Taste local vintages at some of our all-time favorite wineries, each with its own distinctive character and unique tasting experience
- Pedal through the lesser-known Russian River Valley, where sprawling vineyards meet redwood- and fir-covered hills and peaceful roads
- Discover Healdsburg, loved for its blend of small-town friendliness, quaint elegance, eclectic boutiques and vibrant food scene

StartHealdsburg
EndSan Francisco
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary

Day 1
Get ready for three active days, three vineyard-laced valleys, world-class wine and gourmet cuisine • Kick off the weekend with a Backroads picnic in the majestic old-growth forest of Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve • The tallest in the grove stands more than 300 feet high—nearly the length of a football field! • Ride through the beautiful and bucolic Russian River Valley, where terraced vineyards and oak chaparral flank quiet roads • Stop to taste some of the region's exceptional Pinot Noirs and Sauvignon Blancs.





Night 1
Contemporary interior, plush amenities and a central location are part of the charms of this sophisticated hotel on the town plaza. Travel + Leisure World’s Best. (pool, spa)

Day 2
Bike over Chalk Hill through an oak forest into Alexander Valley, often compared to France's Bordeaux region • Savor the sights of Northern California's picturesque landscape as you pedal past acres of rolling hills and tidy vineyards under a blue sky • One of the area's first-rate wineries sets the scene for a bountiful picnic and sampling of excellent Cabernet • Feel like stretching your legs? Ride back to charming Healdsburg and stroll around its historic central square.





Night 2
Contemporary interior, plush amenities and a central location are part of the charms of this sophisticated hotel on the town plaza. Travel + Leisure World’s Best. (pool, spa)

Day 3
Pedal along hillsides blanketed with grapevines, apple orchards and native oak woodland in Dry Creek Valley, acclaimed for its fine Zinfandels • A gradual climb takes you back into neighboring Alexander Valley • Indulge in a caffeinated pick-me-up in Geyserville—a town founded after the discovery of hot springs in a nearby gorge in 1847 • You can also opt for an unhurried morning at the hotel or grab a last-minute gift from one of the shops in town.





Night 3
Contemporary interior, plush amenities and a central location are part of the charms of this sophisticated hotel on the town plaza. Travel + Leisure World’s Best. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
California’s Wine Country is a desirable destination and some of our biking routes are popular with cyclists and drivers alike. While Backroads strives to find routes that are quiet and off the beaten track, some routes on this trip follow more heavily trafficked roads for a portion of the ride. Of course, you’re always welcome to jump in the shuttle to avoid the busier roads.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
Premiere Hotel
Contemporary interior, plush amenities and a central location are part of the charms of this sophisticated hotel on the town plaza. Travel + Leisure World’s Best. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only

Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only

Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

- $400 rental fee
- Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
- Custom upgraded wheelset
- Best for riders with some tandem experience.
Review Snapshot
by PowerReviews
Reviewed by 29 customers
Fantastic Trip! We LOVED IT!! THANK YOU!!
If you love wine, beautiful scenery and amazing people this trip is for you! We had a blast for our first trip and loved every second! Thank you to our leaders and the group was so much fun! The wine, food and did I mention this place is magical?!!! You must go!!
Cycling amongst redwoods and vineyards.
Fabulous trip, great trip leaders in the heart of very cool Healdsburg.

Every detail taken care of!
The trip leaders treat each person as if they are the only one on the trip. They made me feel appreciated, and their energy and enthusiasm were totally contagious!
One of the best trips I've ever taken
This trip was everything it promised to be, and then some. If you're on the fence about the cost and think (as I did) that it is a little steep for your budget but MAYBE you can swing it ... DO IT. But be warned: you will be ruined forever and want to do Backroads trips always. The guides were both amazing, personable, knowledgeable, fun ... we rode beautiful routes through the Napa wine regions, ate delicious food ... I sound like the brochure because the brochure is accurate. This trip (Sonoma Wine Weekend) was absolutely great. Oh, and the Premiere Hotels are really that ... luxurious and beautiful.





The perfect way to spend a weekend
I'm already looking forward to booking my next Backroads trip. The bike routes, accommodations, food, and most importantly the trip leaders exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who enjoys wine country.
Weekend getaway
The perfect long weekend! A combination of beautiful rolling hills on the bike, winery stops along the way and a small group of fellow travelers made the trip one to remember. The trip leaders constantly anticipated our needs, kept us safe and seemed to be having as much fun as we were. I'll definitely be looking for another weekend getaway with Backroads!

Great introduction to Backroads!
This was our first trip with Backroads, and we're already looking to book another! We weren't sure what to expect from a group vacation so went with a shorter one, but were wishing we could stay longer by the time it was over! There was plenty of flexibility to bike independently when desired or stay with the group. The lodging, activities and food were of very high quality and exceeded our expectations. The trip leaders were awesome, made us immediately feel comfortable and set a great tone for the weekend. The support van follows you around and provides convenient pit stops for shedding a layer or filling up your water bottle. Healstead was a great town to base out of, there were plenty of shoppes to visit and a central park to walk around during downtime. Every detail was thought out, which made it look effortless from our end. Best part was we didn't have to plan a thing beyond booking the trip and airfare, and was better than any vacation I could have planned myself!
Awesome short trip
The wine country trip was amazing! Great group of guest, amazing leaders, and beautiful accommodations. Just a perfect weekend.
Outstanding Weekend Wining and Riding
The trip was better than I thought it would be, and I had high expectations. Well planned and well facilitated, we were hooked on the first day and cannot wait to book our next adventure. Our leaders, Cayla, Spencer, Lizzy and Katie were always smiling, encouraging, helpful, indulgent, knowledgeable and fun! This was a great way to spend our anniversary!

Amazing Weekend Getaway!
The ideal balance of exercise, socializing, and leisure time varies with each guest. The flexible layout of this trip ensured that each guest could find that balance without feeling excluded from the group. The cycling routes were beautiful and suitable to a wide range of skills and conditions. The location was incredible, the lodging was perfect, and the food and wine were amazing. The Backroads trip leaders made everything seamless, and were a joy to spend time with. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone with some level of interest in cycling, wine, socializing, and relaxing (or any combination of, and not necessarily in this order).

Dates & Prices
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