The Bikes
You can’t enjoy a great biking trip without a really great bike. On this trip, we’ll use well-tuned, high-quality, local bikes that provide the perfect fit for your size and weight.
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Private
XSmall Group
The right number of like-minded travellers to make new friends.
Private
Your dates. Your group. Our expertly-designed itinerary.
Custom
Tailored to your interests, a bespoke travel experience.
- Support
24/7 Guided
XSelf-Guided
Combines the hallmarks of any B&R itinerary (excellent hotels and beautiful routes) with the freedom of pacing each day exactly the way you like.
Daytime Guided
Throughout the day, a knowledgeable local guide provides insider access and expert tips. At night, you can explore and dine on your own.
24/7 Guided
Our B&R guides are with you throughout, anticipating needs, translating languages, providing advice and—above all—facilitating fun.
- Difficulty Level
Level 4
XLevel 1: Occasional
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day over relatively flat terrain with a few small hills—all very manageable for people trying their first biking trip.
Walking – 6-10 km (4-6 mi.) a day on country lanes, footpaths and coastal or forest trails, all on relatively flat terrain, perhaps with an occasional hill.
Level 2: Recreational
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day over terrain that’s relatively flat but will include inclines and the occasional climb or two.
Walking – 8-12 km (5-7 mi.) a day over relatively flat terrain, with occasional steeper climbs.
Level 3: Enthusiast
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day in gently rolling countryside, with occasional longer climbs to points that are well worth the effort.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over rolling terrain on a variety of surfaces. Most days, one or two steeper climbs to spectacular viewpoints or places of interest.
Level 4: Avid
Biking – Roughly 50 km (30 mi.) a day in consistently rolling countryside, with repeated climbs and longer options available.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) over terrain that varies between rolling and hilly, with a few steeper climbs.
Level 5: Expert
Biking – 50-60 km (30-45 mi.) a day over both level and tougher, hillier terrain with multiple 100 km (62 mi.) options. The routes are designed for avid cyclists and include plenty of chances to push yourself.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over fairly hilly terrain offering lots of challenges. Routes are along high meadow paths and/or well-maintained cliffside or alpine trails, with a few steep ascents to make you feel invigorated.
Wander along the west coast
Welcome to Santa Barbara, known for its wine, food and sun—what a combination! Santa Barbara has one of the most beautiful landscapes in California, with its vine-filled valleys full of wild flowers in the spring and colourful foliage in the fall. This area provides the perfect backdrop to enjoy relaxed biking while exploring some of the finest wineries and tasting some of the best gourmet foods that America has to offer.
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Ready-to-Book private tours are designed to be enjoyed off-the-rack, but there is room for minor adjustments to fit the trip to your needs. If the gap is too great, then we’d be happy to tailor-make you a Bespoke trip from scratch. Simply tell us a few details about your group and select your preferred date. One of our Trip Designers will spring into action, confirming the details or exploring alternatives, over the next 48 hours.
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Begin your adventure with a ride through the peaceful country roads of Happy Canyon. After a leisurely spin, you'll partake in a delicious wine pairing, learning how food is an integral part of the wine tasting experience.
Hop on your bikes and ride along the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail before a picnic lunch. Then, enjoy a tasting while taking in the beautiful surroundings of the Santa Maria Valley.
Visit the historic Old Mission for a docent-led private tour to learn about the Spanish heritage that runs deeply in this coastal community. This evening, meet Chef Greg Murphy of Bouchon Santa Barbara at the local market for an informative "foodie stroll".
Head down to Ventura for lunch in the Mediterranean gardens at Café Nouveau. Celebrate the amazing week you’ve had over dinner at San Ysidro Ranch’s Stonehouse Restaurant.
Take a breathtaking drive up into the Santa Ynez Mountains for a stunning bike ride back to the ranch. Perched a few thousand feet above the coast, you’ll be treated to dramatic views of the American Riviera and Pacific Ocean!
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Hotels
Fess Parker Wine Country Inn & Spa, Los Olivos
Located in the charming town of Los Olivos in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley, Fess Parker Inn & Spa provides the perfect refuge from your daily routine. With elegance and an unsurpassed attention to detail, these luxurious accommodations allow you to relax and rejuvenate while exploring the surrounding Santa Barbara Wine Country.
San Ysidro Ranch, Santa Barbara
Nestled in the lush Montecito foothills of Southern California, San Ysidro Ranch has provided a tranquil retreat for tasteful travelers for over a century. Guests are drawn to this legendary hideaway for its blend of natural beauty, romantic heritage and classic luxury. Myth and history mingle in the fragrant gardens where Vivien Leigh and Sir Laurence Olivier exchanged vows and in the setting of John and Jackie Kennedy's honeymoon retreat.
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Level 4
While the daily rides average 25-30 miles (40-50 km), the terrain on most days includes rolling countryside and climbing. While the topography of the region warrants this activity level rating, this is a private trip and you can choose to move at your own pace and/or shorten the rides if need be. E-bikes are also available upon request for a small supplement.
What’s included? Everything you need. Plus everything you’d
want. Plus a few things you never knew you wanted ‘til you got them.
In a word: everything. In ninety words? Signature B&R guides; local experts; unique, unforgettable biking and walking routes; private tours; authentic local cuisine; lessons and demonstrations; local artisanal wines; wine tastings; all victuals and libations; all the endorphins you can handle; new insight; interesting, fun and like-minded travel companions; a feeling of total freedom. In short: an extraordinary, hassle-free journey of discovery.
- 4 nights hotel accommodation
- All breakfasts and lunches, and two dinners including wine (as selected by B&R)
- Services of B&R guide(s) and support vehicle (1 guide for < 6 travelers, 2 guides for 6+ travelers)
- Use of a Cannondale alloy road or hybrid bicycle and helmet
- Carbon road bike upgrade or E-bike available upon request and subject to a supplemental fee
- Detailed maps, route suggestions and water bottle
- All special events and private tours
- All transportation from rendezvous to drop-off
- All baggage transportation
- All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel service
Local Bikes
Sometimes your B&R trip simply isn’t long enough! Extend your stay for the best vacation possible. If you wish to spend a few days in region either before or after your official B&R trip, and need assistance making those plans, your B&R Travel Advisor can help.
Call us to create an independent travel experience that fits your needs—we can also arrange for a local guide.
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