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Santa Barbara to Ojai Family Multi-Adventure Tour

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)

Best for ages 9+ (Ages 4+ ok) | Min. age to ride own bike: 9+

5 days

4 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

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.

Special Youth Savings: Kids 4 to 17 save up to 20%. See details.

Santa Barbara to Ojai Family Multi-Adventure Tour

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)

Best for ages 9+ (Ages 4+ ok) | Min. age to ride own bike: 9+

5 days

4 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

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: Dec 2025: Mar-Apr, Aug, Dec

From $3,999 - $4,399 /person

Beaches & Vineyards on California's Central Coast

Let loose on a free-wheeling family adventure along the sun-drenched Santa Barbara coastline to the inland hideaway of Ojai. Catch a wave. Take a spin. See you on the American Riviera!

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Biking
Walk/Hike
Kayak
Surf

Highlights

  • Paddle the waters off West Beach through a kelp forest—you may catch one of the state’s beloved sea otters enjoying lunch!   
  • Cycle winding country roads to secluded valleys and spin along breezy coastal bike paths 
  • Savor farm-to-table California cuisine—more than a foodie photo op, here it's a way of life
  • Embody the endless summer while kayaking along the Pacific coast in search of marine life 
  • Soak up life in the Golden State at a luxurious inn and a ritzy resort 
California Santa Barbara to Ojai Family Multi-Adventure Tour map

California

Start/End Santa Barbara

Airports & Travel details*

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

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

Begin your California family vacation in Ojai, a flower-filled oasis brimming with small-town charm • Admire a rugged landscape dotted with sparkling white rock formations while hiking near Sespe Creek Settle in at our splendid family-friendly resort • Go for a swim or indulge in a famous Ojai spa treatment before exploring the eclectic restaurants downtown • Bike along the Ojai Valley Trail, a car-free pathway that connects the seaside town of Ventura with inland Ojai • Keep an eye out for seals and surfers along the way • Savor the sweet smell of citrus as you pedal along back roads, passing fragrant groves of Pixie tangerines • Stroll through Ojai's art galleries and browse its outdoor bookstore • Admire the Topatopa Bluffs at sunset.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

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.

Days 3-5

Description

Cycle along the Pacific Ocean, passing surf breaks, rugged cliffs and elegant ranches • A beachside picnic lunch awaits • Discover bucket-list Santa Barbara • Pedal down palm-lined State Street and admire the terra-cotta rooftops and sun-soaked adobe façades of the city’s iconic Spanish-style architecture • Grown-ups get in more miles on their bikes while kids head to the beach to "hang ten" in a surf lesson • Our luxury oceanfront hotel and spa is the perfect place to unwind and connect • Kids get a special dinner of their own while grown-ups enjoy California cuisine at its finest • Kayak from the white sands of West Beach into gentle ocean waves Paddle past lush kelp forest, keeping an eye out for friendly seals and the occasional dolphin.

Accommodations

Nights 3-4

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara
Santa Barbara
Premiere Hotel

An exquisite 78-acre property at the edge of the Pacific Ocean, featuring sea views, two natural beaches and a decadent spa. (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 $3,999 /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

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)

Nights 3-4

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara
Santa Barbara

Premiere Hotel

An exquisite 78-acre property at the edge of the Pacific Ocean, featuring sea views, two natural beaches and a decadent spa. (pool, spa)

From $3,999 /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+

Child's Bike
Kids' Bikes

Included in your trip price

  • Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture it's own line of kid's bikes.
  • Features smaller wheels -- the perfect choice for kids.
  • On our Family Trips, you'll find 20"" and 24"" bikes.
Burley Kazoo Trailer Bike
Backroads Trailer Bike

Included in your trip price

  • For children up to 85 pounds
  • Attaches to an adult bike with your child providing some of the pedal power for a real team effort!
  • Ideal for kids who aren't yet ready for bike touring.
  • Cannot be pulled by an e-bike.

From $3,999 /person

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Dates & Prices

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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