Tour Summary

2023 Price

$3,195.00

2024 Dates

TBD

Tour: 15 Spots

2023 Meals

Included:
6 Lunches
1 Group Dinner
6 Continental Brkfst

Not Included:
1 Dinner

(Continental Breakfast items always available in Trailer: greek yogurt, cereal, bagels)

Single Room

$400.00

Duration

6 Days / 5 Nights

Rider Limit

15 Rider Limit

Highlights

Solvang
Fess Parker Winery
Firestone Winery
Buttonwood Winery
Los Olivos
Santa Ynez

Lodging
Wine Valley Inn

(Base Camp)

You run a great tour - I'll be singing your praises to everyone when I get home.
- Gavin Davies, UK

Cindy & I have used many cycling companies since we starting bicycle touring back in 1993: Back Roads, Bicycling Adventures, Timberline, Bike Alaska and Western Spirits to name a few. Since 2007 we've been fortunate enough to take another four tours with Cycling Escapes. We believe Cycling Escapes stands head and shoulders above the competition.
- Don & Cindy
- Solvang 2008

We had a great time in Solvang. It was just what we needed – challenging biking during the day; great company and food at night. I can see myself repeating this trip.
- Mark Cotovsky
- Solvang 2009

I just wanted to say Hello and Thank you to you all for a wonderful week of cycling and support!!! I think we had a great group, excellent weather and a terrific trip!!
- Melanie Sanders
- Solvang 2008

The tour definitely made us stronger and we have results (in watts) to prove it.
- Jefferson Rodgers
- Solvang 2009

Again, thank you for an awesome "intense" cycling week! I have already spread the word of your tour while waiting at the airport.
- Monique

Rich, Erica and Adam; Barb and I could not have had a better time! What an awesome team the 3 of you make! Thank you for all you do to support the riders, feed us and put us up in great hotels. We look forward to our next adventure with you.
- Les & Barb, CA

These tours are designed for people that like to ride. Many tour companies only cover 35 - 45 miles per day. There was good ride support and I felt that I was always in good hands. If you like to ride and have an adventurous spirit, I definitely recommend a trip with Cycling Escapes
- Stan, NE

Thanks for an outstanding tour! Beautiful routes, outstanding support, unbelievable food, wonderful accomodations. I'll sign up for another tour for sure!
- Wendy, CA

What distinguishes Cycling Escapes from other tours for me is: great routes on quiet roads with no traffic and plenty of climbing, a tour leader with 11 years experience that makes all the difference.
- Bruce T, IL

Appreciate all your attention to detail and your magical connection with the weather oracle. It was a challenging and enjoyable trip thanks to your doing!
- Kathy, CA

Thank you so much for making this a great cycling trip. The tour was so organized, well supported, and with attention to detail, we felt well taken care of. I especially appreciated the chocolates!
- Debra W, WA

Just a quick note to say how fortunate I feel to have had this experience with you, Erica and Adam. The trip was even better than I had imagined it would be. Thank you so very much!
- Kim D, MA

Cycling the California Solvang Wine Country

6 Days • 402 Miles • 25,000' Elevation Gain • $3,195.00

With over 300 days of sunny weather, the southern California Wine Country made famous in the movie "Sideways" is an ideal place to put some miles on those winter legs.

Our base camp on this cycling vacation is Solvang, a small Danish Village in the heart of the Santa Ynez Wine Region. You'll enjoy exploring the shops and delight in sampling the local wineries after each day's ride.

Apr	Weekday	Ride Day	2023 Cycling Route	Elevation Gain	Miles
2	Sunday	...	Check-in & Orientation	---	---
		1	Solvang Cruise	2,000'	30
3	Monday	2	Canyons and Vineyards	4,000'	70
4	Tuesday	3	Figeuroa Mountain Loop	5,000'	60
5	Wednesday	4	Jalama Beach	4,764'	76
6	Thursday	5	Foxen Canyon Century	6,046'	101
7	Friday	6	Vineyards to Hill Country	3,051'	65
	...	...	Return to Santa Barbara	---	---
...	.	...	Total	25,000'	402

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Day 1 - Meet in Solvang, California

Solvang, California is our destination on this challenging wine country tour. If you are Flying into Santa Barbara you will need to rent a car to make the quick Forty minute drive to Solvang. A rental car can come in hadny for the week if you want to visit local wineries in the area. Our home base for the week is the lovely Wine Valley Inn.

We meet at 12:00 Noon. After a short orientation we will set up bikes before going for a 20-30 mile ride around the Santa Ynez Valley. Afterward, explore the Danish town and maybe go wine tasting before dinner.

Day 2 - Canyons & Vineyards

"Solvang is in the middle of California about 15 miles from the coast. It is like being in the middle of a Steinbeck novel. Huge valleys with lush pastures and private vineyards. Rolling hills with long narrow two lane roads. There is very little traffic and the people are generally friendly and accommodating. The best part is that during the day the temperatures reach the low to mid 70’s. In other words perfect riding conditions."

Quoted from www.pezcyclingnews.com

70 miles / 3,969 ft. elevation gain

Day 3 - Figeuroa Mountain Loop

Get ready for amazing views on the third day's bike ride! We'll cycle all the classic Solvang rides this week, including Figueroa Mountain, which rises nearly 4,500' feet above the Santa Ynez Valley. This is a climb you will not forget, and you'll earn the dramatic views before the giant descent into the charming town of Los Olivos. After the ride, join us for wine tasting at our favorite winery.

60 miles / 5,000 ft. elevation gain

Day 4 - Jalama Beach

The fourth day finds us cycling past vineyards and through deserted canyons as we make our way toward the ocean and the panoramic views of Jalama Beach. A favorite with local riders, the approach to the beach is covered with wildflowers in the spring. After the ride, explore the town at your leisure, or join us as we visit a winery and sample their award winning selections.

76 miles / 4,764 ft. elevation gain

Day 5 - Foxen Canyon Century

Today we cycle along the pastoral roads of Foxen Canyon as we wind up, down and around through the heart of wine country. Veering off from the wineries, we'll climb a deserted canyon road as we crest the mountains to the north of the valley, before descending back to Foxen Canyon and a surreal ride into Solvang. Afterward explore the shops of Solvang, sample the local fare, or go wine tasting at one of the many local wineries.

101 miles / 6,046 ft. elevation gain

Day 6 - Vineyards to Hill Country

Our final day we link up sections of popular local bike rides, including the Solvang Century, Harris Grade, Drum Canyon and the Old Wells Fargo Stage town of Los Alamos. We'll finish our ride with time to take a shower and check out of our hotel before shuttling to Santa Barbara.

65 miles / 3,051 ft. elevation gain

Return to Santa Barbara, California

After Friday's ride you will have time to return to Santa Barbara, California with time to catch a flight after 3:00 pm.

Meals:

Lunch on ride days is always included. On this Tour 1 group dinner is included and riders are on their own for the remaining, with suggested seating times for those wishing to dine with others. A continental breakfast is always included of Greek yogurt, a selection of natural cereals, Bagels, cream cheese, etc. Hot breakfasts are on your own and require eating early at local restaurants.

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