DAY #1 - Bodega Bay, CA United States Bodega Bay Lodge
Your guides will meet you in San Francisco, and we’ll transfer you north across the Golden Gate Bridge to Marin County. Begin with the essentials: a bike fitting, safety talk, and map review before tasting cheeses at Marin French Cheese company. Our ride will take us past Sonoma’s rural ranches and pastoral farms. The biggest climb of the week comes early, but is rewarded with beautiful views of Tomales Bay. After lunch at a local cyclists’ hangout, we’ll continue to the sleepy town of Freestone, then choose a van transfer or continue a few more miles on the bike to the Bodega Bay Lodge. Tonight, we kick off the tour with an exquisite meal at Terrapin Creek.
Accomplished: 34 miles / 55 km, elevation gain: 2,132 feet / 650 meters
Longer Option: 43 miles / 69 km, elevation gain: 2,512 feet / 766 meters
DAY #2 - Healdsburg, CA United States Harmon Guest House
Today’s stunning ride highlights the best of California. Start your day pedaling past rugged headlands along the Pacific coast, then head inland to the Russian River Valley. As we ride, the landscape morphs from dense forests to California’s renowned vineyards. We’ll stop for lunch, followed by a tasting on historic West Side Road: sip crisp Chardonnays and velvety Pinot Noirs at our favorite winery en route to Healdsburg. Tonight, enjoy dinner on your own in Healdsburg.
Accomplished: 47 miles / 75 km, elevation gain: 2,076 feet / 633 meters
DAY #3 - Sonoma, CA United States Harmon Guest House
This morning we’ll cycle West Dry Creek Road in a region flush with welcoming vineyards. As we cross into Alexander Valley, quiet back roads open up to dreamy views of the Mayacamas Mountains and we’ll stop for a coffee among acres of vines. Lunch is served at a favorite outdoor sandwich shop before we return to the pool at the hotel. Tonight, we celebrate our time together at a very special farewell dinner.
Accomplished: 38 miles / 61 km, elevation gain: 1,519 feet / 463 meters
DAY #4 - Petaluma, CA United States
If you haven’t had your fill of wine country, take an optional spin along the Russian River Valley and Chalk Hill, or enjoy your morning coffee and a leisurely stroll around Healdsburg’s town square. Around midday, we’ll head back toward the Bay Area, stopping for lunch and beer at a local microbrewery. Then it’s back to San Francisco where our adventure concludes.
Accomplished: 32 miles / 51 km, elevation gain: 1,217 feet / 371 meters