Private Trip

Santa Barbara Biking

Santa Barbara Luxury Active Tours

Type
Private

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Scheduled
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

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Self-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.
Hotels
Signature

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Signature
We use premium hotels that are unique expressions of the region. Often they’ve had a previous life as a monastery or a castle, but in every case they offer an exceptionally comfortable stay.
Bistro
These are stylish 4-star properties that offer a casual and comfortable stay. Often without a 24-hour concierge or room service, they tend to be smaller family-run hotels that are perfect for the region.
Level
Avid

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Occasional
“I can’t say I really ‘work out,’ but I’m in good shape and am relatively active.”
Recreational
“I enjoy a good walk or ride, and feel comfortable while on the move.”
Enthusiast
“I get moving at least once a week, and don’t mind a little sweat.”
Avid
“I get moving a few times per week and enjoy some exertion.”
Expert
“I want to feel invigorated each day and going hard is how I like to do that.”
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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.

Trip designed by Travel Expert Annik Boulva

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TRIP DETAILS

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Santa Barbara Biking

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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Day by Day

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. View hotel website »

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. View hotel website »

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Activity Level What’s Included Gear Extend Your Trip

Avid

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.

The Traveller

“I ride a couple times a week and enjoy tackling a good climb or a steady incline.”

The Terrain

Consistently rolling countryside, with repeated climbs and longer options available.

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: 2x Fess Parker Wine County Inn, 2x San Ysidro Ranch
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

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 a good fit to your size and weight.

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. We can create an independent travel experience to fit your needs—and if you desire, arrange for a local guide.

We craft extraordinary experiences, tailor made to meet
your every need, with every stitch of every day crafted
just the way you want it. Learn more about Bespoke