Santa Barbara to Ojai Bike Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Santa Barbara to Ojai Bike Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Jul-Dec 2026: Jan-Dec

From $4,599 - $6,399 /person

Vineyards, Coastlines & A-List Retreats on the American Riviera

The American Riviera, with its scenic landscapes and luxurious, laid-back style, is the perfect escape for riding and relaxing. From the mountains and coastline to the vineyards and valleys—nothing but good vibrations here. 

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Highlights

  • Bike the scenic Foxen Canyon Wine Trail, stopping to taste vintages from the state’s most esteemed wineries along the way
  • Discover world-class accommodations and a sizzling food scene in addition to Santa Barbara’s world-class biking—it’s a cyclist’s ultimate dreamcation
  • Explore the region’s distinctive hamlets by bike, each with their own unique character, heritage and landscapes from Solvang to Los Olivos
  • Cruise on two wheels down serene palm-fringed roads that spread out along the sun-kissed coast of Santa Barbara  
  • Experience the small-town charm of Ojai, where natural beauty and an independent spirit converge 
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Start/End Santa Barbara

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Itinerary

Guests at BR lunch underneath shady trees.

Days 1-2

Description

Shuttle into Santa Barbara's Wine Country for a bike ride in the Santa Ynez Valley with views of coastal mountains, vineyards and rolling countryside • Sample Syrah made from the region’s oldest vines • Follow country roads past ranches and stands of live oaks right up to the gates of Neverland Ranch • Explore scenic Ballard Canyon on a favorite route of local cyclists • The town of Los Olivos welcomes us with Victorian architecture, an eclectic art scene and friendly tasting rooms • Discover the old-world charm of Solvang, a thriving slice of Denmark in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

The Inn at Mattei's Tavern
Los Olivos
Premiere Hotel

Once a Gold Rush stagecoach stop, this luxury Auberge hotel in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley is now an impeccably restored wine country retreat. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Guests biking along California coast, palm trees beside them.

Day 3

Description

Bike a stunning ridge road in the Santa Ynez Mountains, which offers panoramic views out over the city, the Pacific and the Channel Islands • Pedal along the waterfront, scanning the water for sea lions, harbor seals and even whales, if you're lucky! • Fast-forward to cutting-edge contemporary when you visit Santa Barbara’s hip Funk Zone.

Accommodations

Night 3

Belmond El Encanto
Santa Barbara
Premiere Hotel

From its secluded vantage point high in the hills, this meticulously restored hotel offers understated elegance and glamour in seven acres of enchanting gardens. (pool, spa)
 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Guests behind "OJAI VLLEY" sign.

Days 4-6

Description

Discover the tranquil beauty of Ojai Valley and its surroundings from the seat of your bicycle • Bike the scenic Ojai Valley Trail, stopping along the way for a beachside lunch • Relax with a glass of wine, go for a swim or indulge in a famous Ojai spa treatment at our elegant resort • Enjoy the luxurious amenities and stunning grounds that have drawn Hollywood’s elite to this storied inn for decades • The dramatic mountains of Ojai and the Los Padres National Forest provide the backdrop for an exhilarating bike ride through some of the most varied and picturesque terrain in the region • Admire the pink Topatopa Bluffs at sunset.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Ojai Valley Inn
Ojai
Premiere Hotel

Where Hollywood’s glitterati come to be pampered! This stylish and historic resort offers something for everybody—including a luxurious spa and award-winning restaurant—in a beautiful park-like setting with hillside views in every direction. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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From $4,599 /person

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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

The Inn at Mattei's Tavern
Los Olivos

Premiere Hotel

Once a Gold Rush stagecoach stop, this luxury Auberge hotel in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley is now an impeccably restored wine country retreat. (pool, spa)

Night 3

Belmond El Encanto
Santa Barbara

Premiere Hotel

From its secluded vantage point high in the hills, this meticulously restored hotel offers understated elegance and glamour in seven acres of enchanting gardens. (pool, spa)
 

Nights 4-5

Ojai Valley Inn
Ojai

Premiere Hotel

Where Hollywood’s glitterati come to be pampered! This stylish and historic resort offers something for everybody—including a luxurious spa and award-winning restaurant—in a beautiful park-like setting with hillside views in every direction. (pool, spa)

From $4,599 /person

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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.

Bike with drop handlebars and a "New" label on the top left
Backroads Next Generation Performance Road Bike

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
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

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+

From $4,599 /person

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Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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