California Wine Country Easygoing E-bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

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)

6 days

5 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.

California Wine Country Easygoing E-bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

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)

6 days

5 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.

2025: Apr, Jun-Jul, Oct

From $4,999 - $5,249 /person

Dolce Tempo Journey from Napa & Sonoma Vineyards to the Pacific Coast

More than a destination for world-class wine and cuisine. Northern California offers scenic back roads across picturesque landscapes made for exploring by e-bike. It’s one place that lives up to its spin.

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Highlights

  • Marvel at endless stunning views as you e-bike from the dramatic Pacific coast into the rolling hills of five world-famous wine valleys 
  • Immerse yourself in the serenity of Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve as you ride in the shade of 1,000-year-old giants 
  • Savor seriously good food inspired by the freshest California ingredients and complemented by local vintages 
  • Relax and recharge at one—or all!—of three spa oases  from the coast to the valley 
  • Shop and sip in charming Healdsburg, where you’ll find an abundance of tasting rooms and inviting boutiques with everything from curated gifts to designer clothing
      
California Wine Country Bike Tour map

California

Start San Francisco

End Calistoga and Larkspur

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Day 1

Description

Enjoy a true taste of the Sonoma countryside at a family-owned honey farm • Set out on your e-bike along a rolling route through West Marin vineyards and farmland • Stop for lunch and wine tasting in the Sebastopol countryside • Vines give way to eucalyptus groves, renowned creameries and wide-open cattle country as you e-bike 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 State 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.

Days 2-3

Description

E-bike famed oceanside routes, where the vista may feature a playful sea lion or two • Spin alongside the tranquil Russian River, a favorite local escape from summer heat • Enjoy coffee and pastries in the tiny community of Duncan’s Mills • Savor a gourmet picnic lunch beneath towering redwood trees • Meander through charming Healdsburg and be tempted by tasting rooms, ice cream shops and boutiques at every corner • E-bike through picturesque Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys, where dozens of wineries offer endless opportunity for spontaneous indulgence.

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.

Days 4-6

Description

Sip and cycle your way through the Russian River and Napa Valleys • A gentle climb leads to lunch and a tasting at a favorite winery • Visit galleries, specialty shops and tasting rooms in the quaint California town of St. Helena • Settle into our luxurious boutique hotel, located on 25 stunning acres outside of town • 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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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.

From $4,999 /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.

Night 1

The Lodge at Bodega Bay
Bodega Bay

Premiere Hotel

Overlooking Doran Beach State 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) 

From $4,999 /person

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Bikes

Enjoy the Ride

On this Dolce Tempo trip, most travelers choose to ride one of our custom titanium e‑bikes (shown below). If you prefer to enjoy the daily rides without electric assistance, you’ll have the option after booking to select a different bike in your Backroads account.

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+

From $4,999 /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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