California Wine Country 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 2-5

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

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 2-5

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.

2025: Sep-Nov 2026: Apr-Nov

From $4,849 - $5,449 /person

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.

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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
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

Wide shot of vineyard, large tree in center, hills in distance.

Day 1

Description

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.

Accommodations

Night 1

The Lodge at Bodega Bay
Bodega Bay
Premiere Hotel

Overlooking Doran Beach Regional 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.
Sunset shot of rocky California coastline.

Days 2-3

Description

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. 

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.
Man and woman wearing orange biking gear, riding bikes in front of a field of crops

Days 4-6

Description

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. 

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 Regional 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) 

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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+

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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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