California Wine Country Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

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

Families with Older 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 2-5

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.

California Wine Country Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

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

Families with Older 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 2-5

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.

2024: Oct-Nov 2025: Apr-Nov

From $4,549 - $5,449 /person

Napa & Sonoma Vineyards, Redwoods & Pacific Coast

Emerson said, “It’s not the destination, it’s the journey.” We think it can be both. Of course, you’ll enjoy the rides through California Wine Country. But you’ll really love where they take you.

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Highlights

  • Marvel at the views from the dramatic Pacific coast to the rolling vineyards of this world-famous winegrowing region
  • Bike from one charming hotel to the next through five valleys of vineyards, with opportunities for wine tastings along the way
  • Immerse yourself in the serenity of Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve and be enchanted by majestic 1,000-year-old trees
  • Savor seriously good food, complemented by local vintages and inspired by the freshest California ingredients
  • Relax and recharge at one—or all!—of  three spa oases
California Wine Country Bike Tour map

California

Start San Francisco

End Calistoga and Larkspur

Airports & Travel details*

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

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Itinerary

Day 1

Description

Enjoy a true taste of the Sonoma countryside at a family-owned honey farm • Bike a rolling route through West Marin vineyards and farmland • Stop for lunch and a tasting at a winery in the Sebastopol hills • Vineyards give way to eucalyptus groves, world-famous creameries and wide-open cattle country as you bike toward the ocean • Pedal over windswept headlands to Bodega Bay, nestled along the dramatic Pacific coast • A soak in our lodge’s idyllic hot tub with its incredible ocean views is a soothing way to end the day.

Accommodations

Night 1

The Lodge at Bodega Bay
Bodega Bay
Premiere Hotel

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

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

Days 2-3

Description

Bike past rugged beaches before heading inland, following alongside the Russian River • A picnic lunch awaits beneath the giant trees in Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve • Wander through charming Healdsburg—its tasting rooms and restaurants might tempt you to stay awhile • Rejuvenate with a treatment at our hotel’s spa • Tasting 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. 

Accommodations

Nights 2-3

Hotel Healdsburg
Healdsburg
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)

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

Days 4-6

Description

Sip and cycle your way through the Russian River and Napa Valleys • A gentle climb leads to lunch and a tasting at a favorite winery • Visit galleries, boutiques and tasting rooms in the quaint California town of St. Helena • Settle into our luxurious hotel in Calistoga • Relax and recharge at the sophisticated spa • Pedal past celebrated cabernet grape vines and bike off-the-beaten-path roads through Pope Valley • A special farewell dinner adds a flourish to an unforgettable week. 

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection
Calistoga​
Premiere Hotel

Set on 22 acres surrounded by the Mayacamas and Palisades Mountains, Solage offers a blend of urban chic and relaxed Wine Country attitude. Pamper yourself at Spa Solage, followed by a delicious meal at Solbar. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa) 

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

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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.

Night 1

The Lodge at Bodega Bay
Bodega Bay

Premiere Hotel

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

Nights 2-3

Hotel Healdsburg
Healdsburg

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)

Nights 4-5

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection
Calistoga​

Premiere Hotel

Set on 22 acres surrounded by the Mayacamas and Palisades Mountains, Solage offers a blend of urban chic and relaxed Wine Country attitude. Pamper yourself at Spa Solage, followed by a delicious meal at Solbar. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa) 

From $4,549 /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 Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

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
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+

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Dates & Prices

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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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