California Wine Country Bike Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-5
Premiere Hotels
2025: Sep-Nov 2026: Apr-Nov
Napa & Sonoma Vineyards, Redwoods & Pacific Coast
Vast blue skies, sun-drenched vineyards and rolling countryside are all yours. Say yes to wine tastings, world-class cuisine and pampering at award-winning spas. Northern California Wine Country—the good life, uncorked.
Highlights
- Marvel at the views from the dramatic Pacific coast to the lush rolling vineyards of this world-famous winegrowing region
- Bike from one charming hotel to the next through five valleys of vineyards, with ample opportunities for wine tastings along the way
- Immerse yourself in the serenity of Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve and be awed by majestic 1,000-year-old trees that have stood the test of time
- Savor seriously good food, complemented by local vintages and inspired by the freshest California ingredients
- Relax and recharge at three spa oases with a massage, signature treatment or a soak in geothermal pools
Start San Francisco
End Calistoga and Larkspur
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Bike a rolling route through vineyards and farmland, past world-famous creameries and into wide-open cattle country as you make your way 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.
Night 1
Overlooking Doran Beach Regional Park, a coastal retreat with sweeping bay views. (pool, spa)
Days 2-3
Pass rugged beaches before heading inland for a spin 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 • 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.
Nights 2-3
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)
Days 4-6
Sip and cycle your way through Sonoma and into Napa Valley • The charming town of Windsor is a great place to take a break from your bike and explore • 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.
Nights 4-5
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)
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.
California Wine Country is a popular destination for cyclists and drivers alike, who’ve had to deal with increasing traffic congestion along the region’s main thoroughfares over the years. Backroads strives to find quiet, off-the-beaten track routes, but due to the area’s geography and the amount of ground we cover, there are routes on this trip with sections that follow more heavily trafficked roads. We’ll alert you in advance so you can bypass these areas in the shuttle, if you choose.
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
Premiere Hotel
Overlooking Doran Beach Regional Park, a coastal retreat with sweeping bay views. (pool, spa)
Nights 2-3
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
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)
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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
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop 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
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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