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We’ll help create a trip with the routes
that are right for your level of fitness, cycling experience
and interests. We
match our routes to three broad riding styles: Beginner,
Intermediate and Challenge. Of course, you can mix and
match; enjoying a challenging ride in the mountains one day
and an easy cruise around the wineries the next.
Learn more about our bike routes
in Napa & Sonoma
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 In
each town, we have several inns and hotels that we recommend;
from charming B&Bs to luxury hotels. We
only use lodgings that regularly get got strong feedback
from our guests. Since you’ve been riding
all day, all our accommodations are an easy walk to the
center of town or have a restaurant on the property.
Accomodations are graded to
help you choose the ones that represent what you value – whether
your ideal is a simple-and-clean place to crash or a full
service resort & spa.
Learn more about some of our favorite places to stay
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Pricing
The following table shows how prices vary according
to duration and style of accommodation. However, many guests
choose to mix things up—staying in simpler accommodation
one night and then indulging in a little luxury the next.
Package |
Clean & Simple |
Charming B&B |
Boutique Hotel |
3 Day / 2 Nights |
$950 |
$1,075 |
$1,260 |
5 Days / 4 Nights |
$1,290 |
$1,495 |
$1,860 |
7 Days / 6 Nights |
$1,650 |
$1,975 |
$2,495 |
All prices quoted are per person for two
people sharing accommodation.
We also arrange trips
for guests staying at exceptional luxury resorts such as
the Meadowood and Auberge du Soleil. Please
ask for an individual quote for the pricing associated with
these lodgings.
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Guidebooks & Maps
 Our famous guidebooks are written specifically
for the pace and intimacy with which cyclists travel. As
well as detailed maps and mile-by-mile directions, the guidebooks
include our favorite wineries, great places to
eat and heaps of other practical information.
Use
the following link to see
samples of:
Daily Summaries
Mile-by-mile Directions
Maps and Map Key
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Our
Bikes
We have two styles of bicycle:
Hybrids - a cross between a mountain bike
and a road bike. An example of the hybrid bikes we rent
is the Trek
7.3 FX with
Shimano components and high pressure road tires for better
cycling efficiency than your typical hybrid. This bike has
a relaxed riding position and is great for beginners and
intermediate riders.
Road Bike - a racing style bike with drop
handlebars. An example of road bikes we rent is the Trek
Series 2.3 with an aluminum frame, carbon front forks,
carbon rear stays and Shimano Ultegra and 105 components.
This is a faster bike than the hybrids with a more aggressive
riding position. This bike will be enjoyed by intermediate
and experienced riders.
Hybrids rent for $25/day or $120/week.
Road bikes are $40/day or $250/week.
If
you have clipless pedals & shoes or a favorite saddle,
feel free to bring them along, and we will gladly fit them
to your bike.
Tandem bikes, children's bikes and a children's "tag-along" can
also be arranged.
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 Other Activities
The cycling in Napa & Sonoma
is fantastic, but there are also many other things
to see and do. If you have
any special interests you’d like us to accommodate,
just let us know.
Some popular examples include:
- Kayaking along the Russian River to the Pacific Ocean.
- Wine tours and reserve tastings.
- Balloon flights over the Napa Valley.
- Hiking or horse riding in the redwoods.
- Dining at a hard-to-get-into Michelin starred restaurant.
- Spa treatments from simple facials to a couple’s
mud-bath in volcanic ash.
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Safety & Advice
 Helping
you have a safe and enjoyable cycling trip is why we operate
LifeCycle Adventures. The following tip
sheets are designed to help you prepare for your trip. We
encourage you to take a moment and read through this information
to help you get the most from your cycling trip – safely
and while having fun.
- Safe Cycling
- Cycling Efficiently
- Waivers
- Kit Considerations
- Bike Checklist
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What's Included
Pre
Trip Planning
What
is Included |
Group
Guided
Tour |
|
Bike
Rental /
Do It Yourself |
Fit to your schedule |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Overnight stops tailored to how
much you like to ride each day |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Route designed with local knowledge |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Pre-trip planner e.g., safety
tips, what to pack and background on the area |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
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Guides & Services
What
is Included |
Group
Guided Tour |
|
Bike
Rental /
Do It Yourself |
Transfer from and back to downtown
San Francisco |
Typically
carries an extra charge |
Yes |
No |
Pre trip safety briefing & route
overview |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Maps & directions |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Maps with roads graded for difficulty
and detailed mile-mile directions |
No |
Yes |
No |
Dedicated guide (person) |
Yes
- travels with group |
Yes -
a guide is always available via telephone or
to call out as needed |
No |
Detailed guidebook |
No |
Yes
- detailed guidebook with everything you'll
need to know for a great trip: logistics, history,
routes, sights etc. |
No |
Luggage transported between lodgings |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Daily ride briefings |
Yes |
No
- available by phone |
Yes |
Van support with mechanic |
Yes
- sweeping route |
Yes
- available via telephone or to call out as
needed |
No |
On-bike guide |
Yes |
No |
No |
24 hour telephone support and
callout service |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Bike transportation |
Typically
carries an extra charge |
Yes
- from and back to downtown San Francisco |
No |
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Food & Accommodation
What
is Included |
Group
Guided Tour |
|
Bike
Rental /
Do It Yourself |
Accommodation |
Yes
- typically
no choice |
Yes
- choice of a range of accommodation |
No |
Breakfast |
Yes |
Yes |
Varies
by accommodation |
Lunch |
Some |
No |
No |
Sports drinks, energy
bars, treats, and other "in-between" refreshments |
Sometimes |
Yes
- at start of trip |
No |
Dinner |
Some
but typically no choice |
No,
but we make recommendations and gladly make reservations
for you |
No |
Alcohol |
No |
No |
No |
Activities and spa treatments |
Some,
but typically not |
No,
but we make recommendations and gladly make reservations
for you |
No |
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Other
Things
What
is Included |
Group
Guided Tour |
|
Bike
Rental /
Do It Yourself |
Group size |
Typically
12 - 24 |
Just
you |
Just
you |
Bike hire |
Yes
- typically hybrids or road bikes. Typically
for an extra charge |
Yes
we rent hybrids, road and mountain bikes for
an extra charge |
Rental
available from a number of outlets |
Air travel |
No |
No |
No |
Personal expenses |
No |
No |
No |
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