Santa Barbara to Ojai Bike Tour
West Coast Beaches & California Cool
From $3,499 - $3,899 pp dbl. occ. | 6 days / 5 nights
(+$850 to $1,040 for sgl. occ.)
Let's see. How a spa visit feels after a glorious bike ride along rolling hills to the boutique wineries of the Santa Ynez Valley. How exquisite our evening meal tastes after cycling down the coast to the heart of Ojai Valley. Let's enjoy the best of biking with the best of everything. The American Riviera. A foodie's paradise. Luxury Hotels. And sunsets that just don't quit. Let's, shall we?
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California
Meet: Santa Barbara / Depart: Santa Barbara
Highlights
- Explore California's "other Wine Country"—the back roads and authentic tasting rooms of the Los Olivos area feel just like Napa in the 1970s
- Cruise on two wheels down serene palm-fringed bike paths that spread out along the sun-kissed coast of the American Riviera
- Choose from a wealth of diversions along the way—quaint towns, historic sites, a beach boardwalk and stunning views of the Pacific
- Trips departing on 6/21/20 and 10/4/20 include optional yoga on most days. See select departures that include yoga >>
California
Meet: Santa Barbara / Depart: Santa Barbara
Itinerary
Days 1-2 After traveling from artsy Santa Barbara, pedal into the mountains of the Santa Ynez Valley for views of vineyards and rolling countryside | Sample Syrah made from the region's oldest vines | A pastoral inland route leads past orchards and ranches | The town of Los Olivos welcomes us with Victorian architecture, an eclectic art scene and friendly tasting rooms | Roadside lavender farms provide a splash of color (and aroma!) along the way.
Day 3 Ease into the SoCal scene as you cruise a breezy route on two wheels, taking in dramatic views of the Pacific coastline | Spin into El Pueblo Viejo, an architectural mecca of iconic red-tile roofs and whitewashed adobe walls | Visit the city's cultural and historic landmark, an 18th-century Spanish mission | Fast-forward to cutting-edge contemporary when you visit Santa Barbara's hip Funk Zone.
Day 4 Ride along the Pacific Ocean, keeping an eye out for seals and surfers | Pedal on the Ojai Valley Trail, a bike pathway that connects the seaside town of Ventura with the desert oasis of Ojai | Enjoy a wine tasting at our elegant resort, go for a swim or indulge in a famous Ojai spa treatment.
Days 5-6 Discover delightful Ojai, a flower-filled city brimming with small-town charm | Savor the sweet smell of citrus as you pedal past groves of Pixie tangerines | Stroll through Ojai's art galleries and browse its outdoor bookstore | Taste olive oil at a local farm | Behold the Topatopa Bluffs at sunset.
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.
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C Classic Dates
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Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from the selection of dates below for your group of 8 or more. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you. Call or email us to reserve your date.
Private Trip Pricing
- 10 or more Guests: from $3,499 pp dbl occ
- 9 Guests: from $3,899 pp dbl occ
- 8 Guests: from $4,099 pp dbl occ
- 2-7 Guests: Give us a call or reach out here!
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