3 Night Healdsburg, Ca Short Escape
Contemporary Luxury or Elegant B & B Lodging
One Day Guided & Two Days of Self-Guided Touring
Dry Creek, Russian River, Alexander Valleys-Casual to Moderate Riding
Starting at $1070pp- You Choose the dates!
Day One: Classic Dry Creek Valley Bike Tour
Your first day consists of our “Classic Wine Country Bike Tour.” Departing our touring center at 10am, you’ll casually ride through the rolling hills of the Dry Creek Valley stopping occasionally to visit some of our favorite local wineries. Your guide may take you for a short walk among some 90 year old vines or stop to share an amazing vista. If you're a wine lover you'll get a rare chance to handle the dirt, inspect the vines and taste the wines of the Dry Creek Valley.
By early afternoon we'll be ready for lunch and our Sonoma style picnic will be waiting! It is our belief that a great bike tour requires great food and since this is Sonoma County, you can expect locally grown, organic, fresh made and plenty of it!
After lunch we'll continue our bicycle tour to another winery, stop for some more scenic views and make our way back to our Touring Center by about 3:30 p.m. The route has some rolling hills along quiet country roads. It is designed for healthy, reasonably fit people who are comfortable riding a bike. The total riding distance is typically between 15-20 miles. Dinner will be at a wonderful wine country restaurant right in town.
Day Two: Russian River Valley
Explore the Russian River Valley. Your supported self-guided tour will take you through Redwoods, ancient Oaks and flat plains filled with picturesque vines. Nestled amongst this are dozens of family run and small production wineries featuring amazing wines, elaborate gardens, landmark hop kilns and stunning visits. Our professional guides will help you plan the perfect ride and assist you with all details including where to get an amazing picnic and personal winery suggestions.
Day Three: Alexander Valley
Another day of self-guided touring gives you the chance to explore another valley or venture further into the surrounding mountains. It’s an easy ride to Sip and spit at Francis Ford Coppola and from there follow the Sculpture Trail north to Geyserville for lunch at “maybe the best restaurant in the world”. For the more adventurous there is the spectacular climb along Sausal Creek past the Stone Street Alexander Mountain Estates and up to the site of the old quicksilver town of Pine Flat. As always, we’ll be happy to give you great suggestions and help you plan a perfect day!
Pricing:
Traditional B & B Packages begin at $1070 per person
Contemporary Luxury Packages begin at $1270 per person
Above are prices based on double occupancy and weekday stays. Tours including weekend nights (Fri & Sat) may be substantially higher. Book as early as possible for best lodging options and rates. NOTE: Sunday through Wednesday are the best days to start this tour for lodging availability.
Check availability and request a price quote for your preferred dates here...
Or just give us a call at: 707-568-3040
Terms & Conditions
The deposit for a multi-day tour is $200 per person. The balance is due 30 days prior to the tour start. If you are making this reservation less than 30 days prior we will be charging the $200 per person deposit at this time and the remaining balance will be due 48 hours after you receive your tour confirmation package-which will give you time to review it and confirm everything is as you expected. Cancellation prior to 15 days will incur no charges to profit Wine Country Bikes- we will refund your deposit minus only those costs directly incurred by us in the making of your reservation. This typically includes only the costs related to the processing of your credit card deposit, which are usually less than 5% of the amount charged. You are also responsible for any room cancellation fees; which could be up to $35 per room cancelled. Total cost is non-refundable 15 days prior to tour start. All cancellations must be received in writing.
Wine Country Bikes and its agents and associates act only as agents for the traveler and can accept no responsibility for the service of any tour operator, accommodation, restaurant or carrier used in connection with these tours, nor any liability for claims, damages, expenses or other financial loss to persons or property. In the event that it becomes necessary or advisable to alter the itinerary or arrangements for the comfort and/or well-being of the participants, such alterations will be made without penalty to the operator. The right is reserved to cancel a tour and to decline to accept any person as a member of a tour.
What's Included
One Day Classic Wine Country Bike Tour
- Local Professional and Knowledgable Guide
- Specialized Crossroads Comfort Bike
- Gourmet Winery Picnic catered by Oakville Grocery
- Cold Drinks
- Purchase pick-up at wineries
- Call out van support as needed
Two Days of self-guided bike touring including:
- Personalized route recomendations including maps, detailed directions and local insider’s area information and attractions
- Hydration drinks & energy bars
- Specialized Crossroads Comfort Bike rental including helmet, lock, handle bar bag, rear rack with trunk bag or panniers, and water bottles.
- Purchase pick-up at wineries & shops
- Emergency roadside assistance
Three nights lodging
One Dinner at the Dry Creek Kitchen
Breakfast each morning
Does not include transportation to your starting point or gratuities.
Dining Options
Breakfast
Included each day at your lodging.
Lunch
Your "Classic Guided Tour" features a gourmet picnic lunch at one of our favorite wineries catered by Oakville grocery. On day two we give you the inside scoop on how to plan your own picnic in the Russian River Valley and day three takes you by our all time favorite lunch stop.
Dinner
On the day of your guided tour dinner is included for your second evening we will be happy to recommend one of the other steller restuarants that line the Plaza just a short walk from your lodging.
Your included dinner will be at:
Charlie Palmer, one of the nation’s leading chefs and owner of the highly acclaimed Aureole in New York City, goes straight to the source—the farmers themselves—for Sonoma County’s premium ingredients and extraordinary wines. Recipes are simple yet elegant, inspired by the seasons and the restaurant itself features intimate inside/outside dining overlooking Healdsburg’s historic Plaza.
Lodging Options
Choose your lodging:
Your tour will be based in the wonderful town of Healsburg in northern Sonoma County. You can enjoy a stroll around the old Spanish style plaza, pop into cool shops, dine in a fabulous restaurant and spend the night in a great lodging that suites your style.
Contemporary Luxury: If you prefer contemporary lodgings, you’ll love the new h2 Hotel with its simple modern aesthetic, serene light-filled guest rooms, living roof and ultra green design (based on availability at the time of booking).
Traditional B & B: If you prefer the elegance and personal service of a traditional small Wine Country Victorian Inn or B & B, your lodging will be at the Camellia Inn or another exceptional Wine Country Inn (based on availability at the time of booking).