Santa Barbara to Ojai Bike Tour
Beaches & Vineyards in the American Riviera
From $2,798 - $3,499 pp dbl. occ. |
(+$880 to $1,040 for sgl. occ.)
Let's see. How a spa treatment feels after a glorious bike ride along rolling hills and through historic towns to the boutique wineries of the Santa Ynez Valley. How exquisite our evening meal tastes after a steady climb up Wheeler Gorge near Ojai. 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
Start/End Santa Barbara
Highlights
- Explore California's "other Wine Country"—the Los Olivos area is just like Napa was in the 1970s
- Ride palm-fringed bike paths along the golden beaches and 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 5/26/19, 6/23/19, 8/11/19, 10/6/19, and 10/20/19 include optional yoga on most days. See select departures that include yoga >>
California
Start/End Santa Barbara
Itinerary
Days 1-2 After traveling from hip and artsy Santa Barbara, pedal into the pine- and chaparral-covered mountains of the Santa Ynez Valley for view of vineyards, ranchland and rolling countryside | Hop off your bike and sample Syrah made from the region's oldest vines | Savor a bountiful picnic at one of the area's wineries | A pastoral inland route leads past orchards, impeccably manicured vineyards and ranches bordered by endless white fences | The town of Los Olivos welcomes us with charming Victorian architecture, an eclectic art scene and friendly tasting rooms | Roadside lavender farms provide a splash of color (and aroma!) along the way | Be sure to allow for some pool and spa time back at the hotel.
Day 3 Cruise on a scenic bike path, enjoying sun, surf and pristine Santa Barbara beaches | Pedal through historic Hope Ranch | Head to the hills and spin above the red-tiled roofs of Santa Barbara | Visit Old Mission Santa Barbara and its meticulously manicured grounds | Soak up the scene in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone, filled with galleries, surf shops, a distillery and brewery, and some of the region's best wine-tasting rooms.
Day 4 Ride along the Pacific Ocean, keeping an eye out for seals and surfers along the way | Enjoy a signature Backroads picnic among oak trees | Bike along 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 along quiet back roads, passing groves of Pixie tangerines | Stroll through Ojai's art galleries and browse its outdoor bookstore | Taste olive oil and learn about the production at a local olive oil 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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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.
2019 Private Trip Pricing
- 10 or more guests: from $3,499 pp dbl occ
- 8 - 9 guests: from $4,099 pp dbl occ
- 6 - 7 guests: from $5,099 pp dbl occ
- 4 - 5 guests: from $6,599 pp dbl occ
- 2 - 3 guests: from $7,699 pp dbl occ
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