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Sonoma Wine Country & Coast

Summary

Get acquainted with Northern California’s Wine Country and the Pacific Coast on our six-stage tour that even the pros would envy. We’ll expose you to valleys of world- famous vineyards‍‍‍, forests of massive redwoods, perfect pastoral landscapes and the captivating California Coast. We spend the entire week in Sonoma, the neighboring county just to the west of Napa Valley. Sonoma’s roads are exceptional for cycling accommodating a range of abilities. Our tour has been designed to offer a comprehensive cycling experience within California’s celebrated Wine Country.

Recreational, Road bike

6 days

338 km / 210 mi

$ 2,895.-

Enjoy carefully curated bike routes‍‍‍ including King Ridge and Coleman Valley Road‍‍‍
Sleep in style at three of our favorite hotels in Sonoma
Savor some exceptional farm-to-table meals and sample local wines
Experience a range of scenery from vineyards to Pacific Ocean vistas with rides among redwoods and along mountain ridges

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Details

Type

Recreational, Road bike

Duration

6 days

Level

Moderate

Support

Guided

Daily distance

60-80 km / 37-50 mi

Total distance

338 km / 210 mi

Lodging

Deluxe, half board

Luggage transport

Daily luggage transfers

Bicycle

Included

Dates

01 Jun 2023 - 31 Oct 2023

Between June and October and November and December you can choose any date you like for a private tour for

a minimum of four participants in one booking

Price mention is a starting price, please ask for a quote.

Start

San Fransisco (10.00)

Finish

San Fransisco (16.00)

Transfer

SF airports (bus service) not included

Airport at start

San Francisco Int. Airport (SFO)

Airport at finish

San Francisco Int. Airport (SFO)

Prices Please note the prices are subject to change depending availability

Price per person / please note the prices are subject to change depending availability

The tour price per person

$ 2,895.-

Single supplement

If you travel alone a single supplement is charged. With some group tours you can avoid a single supplement by sharing a room with another rider.

$ 895.-

Itinerary

Included / Not included

Day 1 ‍-‍‍ Meet San Francisco, Ride Petaluma to Healdsburg

Meet in San Francisco and we will shuttle you the rest of the way to our starting location for o‍‍ur Sonoma bike tour. Once in Petaluma, after introductions and a brief orientation meeting, you'll bike through rolling oak and grassy terrain, then continue through the Russian River wine growing regions into Healdsburg. Tonight’s team dinner is at Spoonbar Restaurant for “some of the most satisfying and modern food in Sonoma County”. Sleep well in our lodging for the next 2 nights at the h2hotel Healdsburg.
Means included: Dinner. Distance: 53 miles

Day 2 - Dry Creek & Chalk Hill Loop‍‍‍

We offer up a route today that is pure perfection, starting and ending in Healdsburg. Some of the nation’s best-rated wineries are on this route, but we’ll prove to you that it's the cycling that truly makes this region iconic. Beginning in the heart of the Dry Creek Valley, we’ll traverse east into the awaiting embrace of Alexander Valley, full of wineries and butted-up against volcanic mountains. Then it’s an honest climb up and over Chalk Hill, known for its excellent grape growing conditions, which delivers us along the edge of the Russian River Valley. Treat yourself to splendid vistas of vineyards and the surrounding mountains throughout the day. This afternoon, it’s time to sample what we’ve been seeing, so we’ll take the opportunity to visit a guide-favorite winery and explore the Sonoma varietals that put this region on the map. An extended Bighorn Ride tackles an additional loop in Dry Creek before heading back to Healdsburg to enjoy the rest of the day in town. Dinner tonight will be on your own with many selections to choose from.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch. Distance: 51-61 miles

Day 3 - Healdsburg to Sea Ranch via King Ridge Road

Today we leave the vineyards behind us as we ride through the redwoods of the Russian River to the tiny bohemian town of Cazadero. From there, we have a significant ride up King Ridge Road, one of the greatest cycling routes anywhere. It climbs steeply through a dense redwood forest, emerging into sunlight and grassy meadows of the coast range. Ride from hotel to hotel with the Bighorn option, or shuttle the first 25 miles and take time to visit the Armstrong Redwoods State Park before hopping on the bike. King Ridge undulates along the crest of this coastal range before plummeting through the redwoods back to the sea. Our lodging and team dinner tonight are at the Sea Ranch Lodge, a quiet and calming resort with amazing views of the Pacific.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Distance: 47-67 miles

Day 4 - Sea Ranch to Bodega Bay

Enjoy the morning with a leisurely breakfast after yesterday's big effort. Today's ride will hug the Pacific Coast along Highway One, arguably one of the most scenic roads you’ll ever experience. There is very little development on this section so the traffic is minimal as the road twists and turns along this rugged and unspoiled section of the Pacific's edge. The sound of waves crashing below will carry you south to the Bodega Bay Lodge and Spa, our home for the next two nights. Here you can enjoy the views of the bay from your patio, or better yet, unwind with a massage. Dinner tonight is at the hotel's restaurant, Drakes Sonoma Coast Kitchen.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Distance: 41 miles

Day 5 - Occidental Loop‍‍‍

Roll out south from Bodega Bay along Highway One for several more miles to the town of Freestone and home to one of the best bakeries we've visited. Grab a snack and enjoy that espresso, then it's through the redwoods again to the bohemian town of Occidental. Here, you can opt for our Bighorn Ride extension along the Bohemian Highway to the town of Guerneville and back along rolling country roads to Occidental before rejoining the main route. Round out the circuit with an ascent of Coleman Valley Road, a challenging climb featured in the Amgen Tour of California professional stage race. Later this afternoon, we thought you might enjoy a toast to a week of rock-solid riding, so we’ve arranged a tasting at another Sonoma standout winery to raise a glass and cheers your friends, both old and new. The final group dinner this evening is at the nearby Michelin-starred restaurant, Terrapin Creek Cafe.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner. Distance: 27-49 miles

Day 6 - Coastal Roll, Depart San Francisco

Spin out the legs on a loop ride in Sonoma's golden farmland. Coastal views and rolling hills are the highlight for this morning's final cool down. After returning to Bodega Bay Lodge, you'll have time to clean up and check out, and we'll transfer you back to San Francisco where we will say goodbye and you can continue your adventure as you please!
Meals included: Breakfast. Distance: 22 miles

* This is a general itinerary. Tour itineraries are subject to change based on the group, available accommodations and other unforeseen circumstances such as the weather, local conditions, government intervention, that may affect the quality of the trip and/or safety of the participants. Please view this itinerary as an outline as to what to expect on this tour.

Included:

5 nights luxury inns and hotels.
Meals: five breakfasts, three lunches and four dinners.
Snacks and drinks during and after the rides.
Hybrid or alloy road bike rental
One or more expert cycling guides and support van.
Tour operators jersey, waterbottle.

Not included:

Pre & post tour travel
Alcoholic beverages
Optional activities such as spa treatments
Gratuities for your guides

Map & Routes

Map

Satellite

Bicycle

Hybrid or alloy road bike rental ( carbon road bike or

E-bikes

available for an upgrade fee)
Road Bikes: Alloy or carbon
While we often use other brands we prefer to use our fleet of Cannondale Synapse bikes. Our bikes come in Alloy and Carbon with a range of components always outfitted with quality Shimano parts.
Hybrid bikes: Flat handlebars
We have a fantastic fleet of Cannondale Quick 3 Hybrid Bikes. All bikes have flat handlebars, disc brakes, and a more relaxed fit. If you don’t feel you’re a “serious” bike rider this is often best option for you.
E-bikes: pedal assisted
Our fleet of Cannondale Quick Neo E-Bikes can’t be beat. With a Shimano pedal-assisted drive train this bike a great option for someone who feels they might have trouble keeping up or just wants to sweat less.

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