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Couples, Friends & Solos
From $4,299 - $4,449 /person
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-5
Premiere & Casual Plus Hotels
California Wine Country Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-5
Premiere & Casual Plus Hotels
2024: May














Napa & Sonoma Vineyards, Redwoods & Pacific Coast
Legendary Napa Valley & Sonoma vineyards. Soaring redwood forests. And the dramatic Sonoma Coast. This is Northern California. And for you, it's a fantastic week and an incredible California Wine Country bike tour. Wine tastings and gourmet meals enlighten your palate. Stunning scenery invigorates. And top-notch spas relax and rejuvenate... all in one remarkable place simply known as the Wine Country.
Highlights
- Bike through five valleys of vineyards, enjoying abundant opportunities for wine tasting at sensational wineries
- Immerse yourself in Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve where the serenity of 1,000-year-old trees will enchant you
- Savor seriously good food, inspired by local vintages and the freshest California ingredients
- Marvel at the views as we cycle to the small town of Bodega Bay on the dramatic Pacific coast

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

Days 1-2
Sip, swish and cycle your way through Napa Valley • Bike past famed wineries along the Silverado Trail • Visit galleries, markets and tasting rooms in the quaint California towns of Yountville and Calistoga • Post-ride, settle into our hip boutique hotel in the valley—a modern take on the classic motor lodge—and perhaps spend time relaxing at the spa • Pedal past celebrated cabernet grape vines and bike off-the-beaten-path roads through Pope Valley.

Nights 1-2
Chic guestrooms and geothermal pools await at this hip mid-century lodge revival. (pool, spa)

Day 3
Vineyards give way to eucalyptus groves, world-famous creameries and wide-open cattle country as you bike toward the ocean • Stop for lunch in charming Sebastopol and browse a collection of boutique shops, galleries, restaurants and breweries featuring food, beer, spirits, arts and crafts from local purveyors • Bike over windswept headlands to Bodega Bay, nestled along the dramatic Pacific coast • Relax and recharge while you take in expansive ocean views from our lodge’s idyllic hot tub.

Night 3
Overlooking Doran Beach State Park, a coastal retreat with sweeping bay views. (pool, spa)

Days 4-6
Bike past rugged beaches before heading inland along the Russian River to Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve for a picnic beneath these giant conifers • Wander through charming Healdsburg—its tasting rooms and restaurants might tempt you to stay awhile • Sampling opportunities abound in the Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys, where dozens of wineries line our route • Enjoy a classic Wine Country bike ride past manicured vineyards • A special farewell dinner adds a flourish to an unforgettable week.

Nights 4-5
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.
The California Wine Country is a world-renowned cycling destination and in recent years has also become a popular destination for drivers. Backroads strives to find routes that are quiet and off the beaten track. However, due to the geography of the area and the amount of ground we cover, there will be routes on this trip that follow more heavily trafficked roads for portions of the ride. Of course, we'll always call out these areas and offer a shuttle should you wish to avoid them.
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
Chic guestrooms and geothermal pools await at this hip mid-century lodge revival. (pool, spa)

Night 3
Premiere Hotel
Overlooking Doran Beach State Park, a coastal retreat with sweeping bay views. (pool, spa)

Nights 4-5
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
- 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
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

- $650 rental fee; subject to availability
- Ride like a pro with the top-of-the-line carbon Canyon Endurace CF SLX 9 Di2
- Perfectly balanced comfort and performance with a Grand Tour pedigree
- State-of-the-art components and precision German engineering

- $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.
Dates & Prices
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