6 days tour

Sonoma Bike Tour

Sonoma Bike Tour

This tour includes:

Meals

meals as noted in itinerary

Accommodation

5 nights lodging, double occupancy Best Western Dry Creek Inn The Inn at the Tides

Guide

Professional trip leader(s)

Others

Activities as outlined in itinerary Reusable water bottle & luggage tags Van support & porterage service

Transport

Hybrid or alloy road bike rental โ€“ carbon road bike or E-bike available for an upgrade fee ($100 for carbon $200 for e-bike)

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Sonoma Bike Tour

  • Day 1 Day 1: Meet In Petaluma, Bike To Healdsburg
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Meet In Petaluma, Bike To Healdsburg

      After meeting in Petaluma, CA (~10 am, less than 1-hr drive north of San Francisco) for introductions and a brief orientation meeting, youโ€™ll bike through rolling oak and grassy terrain, then continue through the Russian River wine growing regions into Healdsburg. Weโ€™re spending the duration of the 6-day trip in Sonoma County, the lesser known area just west of Napa County. Sonoma features world-class wine and dining as well as exceptional cycling routes. Tonight we enjoy dinner at a favorite spot in downtown Healdsburg. Sleep well in our lodging for the next three nights. Distance 63 km / 39 mi

  • Day 2 Day 2: Dry Creek & Alexander Valley Loop
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Dry Creek & Alexander Valley Loop

      Beginning in the heart of the Dry Creek Valley weโ€™ll ride north up to the overview at Lake Sonoma before we traverse east into the awaiting embrace of Alexander Valley, full of wineries and butted-up against volcanic mountains. This afternoon weโ€™ll take the opportunity to visit a guide-favorite winery and enjoy a guide-prepared picnic. Dinner tonight will be at another favorite spot in Healdsburg. Distance 64 km / 40 mi

  • Day 3 Day 3: Bike Chalk Hill Loop
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Bike Chalk Hill Loop

      After breakfast weโ€™ll ride through another part of Alexander Valley for 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. This afternoon weโ€™ll take the opportunity to visit another guide-favorite winery. Dinner tonight will be on your own with many selections to choose from in Healdsburg. Distance 61 km / 38 mi

  • Day 4 Day 4: Bike Healdsburg To Bodega Bay
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Bike Healdsburg To Bodega Bay

      Todayโ€™s ride will bring us into the heart of the majestic coastal redwoods โ€“ among the tallest trees on the planet. At Armstrong Redwoods State Park [Note: The park has been closed in the wake of fires from Aug 2020, but is due to reopen โ€œsometime in 2021โ€. If it isnโ€™t, rest assured weโ€™ll still bike among redwoods on the route], you can enjoy an optional walk among 1,400-year-old trees that tower over 300 feet high and create a unique microclimate. After lunch on your own in one of the small towns along the Russian River, youโ€™ll continue out to the rugged Pacific Coast and south along the Pacific Coast Highway to the town of Bodega Bay. Distance 63 km / 39 mi

  • Day 5 Day 5: Occidental Loop???
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Occidental Loop???

      Our route today brings us through the hamlet of Bodega, where parts of the Alfred Hitchcock film, The Birds, were filmed. Weโ€™ll pedal back through the redwoods to the bohemian town of Occidental and on to one of our favorite routes, Coleman Valley Road, which has been featured in the Tour of California cycling stage race. Our final group dinner is at a nearby favorite spot where, among other regional specialties, you can enjoy some locally-grown oysters cultivated in nearby Tomales Bay as part of the aquaculture operations there. Distance 55 km / 34 mi

  • Day 6 Day 6: Bike Coastal Ranch Roll
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Bike Coastal Ranch Roll

      Spin out the legs on a loop ride in Sonomaโ€™s golden farmland. Coastal views and rolling hills are the highlight for this morningโ€™s final cool down. After returning to Bodega Bay, youโ€™ll have time to clean up and check out before weโ€™ll transfer you (35-min) back to Petaluma (arriving ~ 12:30 pm) where we will say goodbye and you can continue your adventure as you please! Distance 51 km / 32 mi

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 89

Age range allowed for this experience.

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