California Wine Country Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

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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 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

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 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: Apr-Nov

Napa & Sonoma Vineyards, Redwoods & Pacific Coast

Emerson said, “It’s not the destination, it’s the journey.” We think it can be both. Of course, you’ll enjoy the rides through California Wine Country. But you’ll really love where they take you.

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Highlights

  • Marvel at the views from the dramatic Pacific coast to the rolling vineyards of this world-famous winegrowing region
  • Bike from one charming hotel to the next through five valleys of vineyards, with opportunities for wine tastings along the way
  • Immerse yourself in the serenity of Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve and be enchanted by majestic 1,000-year-old trees
  • Savor seriously good food, complemented by local vintages and inspired by the freshest California ingredients
  • Relax and recharge at one—or all!—of  three spa oases
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California Wine Country Bike Tour map

California

StartSan Francisco

EndCalistoga and Larkspur

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Itinerary

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Day 1

Description

Enjoy a true taste of the Sonoma countryside at a family-owned honey farm • Bike a rolling route through West Marin vineyards and farmland • Stop for lunch and a tasting at a winery in the Sebastopol hills • Vineyards give way to eucalyptus groves, world-famous creameries and wide-open cattle country as you 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 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.
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Days 2-3

Description

Bike past rugged beaches before heading inland, following 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 • Rejuvenate with a treatment at our hotel’s spa • 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.
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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, 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) 

From $4,699 /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.

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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+

From $4,699 /person

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Lovely experience, all around

Submitted November 2024

By Barbara

From CA wine country

Our leaders were patient and kind, the lodging was comfortable, food was delicious, scenery was beautiful, weather was perfect. Backroads took excellent care of us the entire trip.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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No whining

Submitted October 2024

By Russ

From Charlotte, NC

As usual, the Backroads guides (this time Becca, Rob & Lee) provided an amazing experience for all of us. From route options to bikes, to hotels, to food, this was a great vacation. The one downside for me, after riding all the longest routes, I still did not lose any weight.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Epic Sibling Celebration: Cheers to 60 in CA wine country

Submitted September 2024

By Ann

From Fayetteville, Arkansas

An unforgettable trip to California wine country celebrating my brother's 60th with all my siblings. Exploring stunning vineyards, the breathtaking Pacific coast, and majestic redwoods made for an incredible journey. Scenic bike rides and exceptional wines topped off the perfect celebration!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Biking the NAPA Valley wine country - pristine

Submitted July 2024

By Charlie

From Centerville, Ohio

Within a 24-hour period, we started in wine country, rode the coastline, and finished in the redwood forest via the Russian river. A day to remember

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Best Trip. Lots of Silly Laughter

Submitted June 2024

By Denise

From Pennsylvania

Group of friends took this trip and had a great time. Celebration of a 60, 65 and 70th Birthdays. All levels of biking participated, wineries and vineyards were beautiful, educational information was fantastic, lunches were plentiful, rides were fun, dinners were excellent, hotels were premiere and the food is amazing. The leaders are organized, fun, supportive and great to explain the daily agendas

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Pacific Coast to Bodega Bay

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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This was our first trip and we can't wait for our next one!

Submitted October 2023

By meredith

From Michigan

This trip was absolutely fabulous! The leaders were amazing, our travel group could not of been better and it was the perfect mix of activity, fun and delicious food!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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A truly memorable experience!

Submitted October 2023

By sue

From Belmar, NJ

From the first meeting to the last…through rain, sun and wind….from breakfast, snacks, lunch, wine and dinner….up hills and down- mostly on the bike, occasionally in the vans….we felt safe and comfortable, relaxed and challenged! Thank you Thank you Thank you! We will be back for more trips!

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Such a terrific trip!!

Submitted October 2023

By Sheila M.

From Michigan

Our leaders were kind, helpful, knowledgable, engaging and fun. The scenery was beautiful and the rides were enjoyable and included easy to challenging routes.

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Yummy pastries and coffee in our Backroads gear ☺️
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Tremendous trees!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Such a fun week with Ian and Tristan!

Submitted June 2023

By Kathy

From Boone,IA

Everyday was different and fun. We really enjoyed the beautiful scenery, the vineyards and the wine experiences

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Loved the wineries
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Picnics and wine tasting, delicious.
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The last day!

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Submitted November 2022

By abcd

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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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