Itinerary

Day 1:

Kick off your Vermont Fall Foliage bicycle tour with a picnic lunch in Vergennes which features a picturesque village green perched above a waterfall. Pass through one of Vermont’s signature covered bridges en route to the Waybury Inn where a warm toddy or cold pint awaits in the pub.
Distance: 18, 38 Miles. Meals: Lunch, Dinner. Lodging: Waybury Inn

Day 2:

Ride through one of the longest covered bridges in Vermont and visit a small country town. Enjoy a short hike to waterfalls overlooking a lake whose shores are lined with colorful foliage.
Distance: 23, 30, 37, 54 miles. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Lodging: Inn at Shelburne Farms

Day 3:

Enjoy an exclusive stay at the majestic Inn at Shelburne Farms. This sprawling lakeside estate is a working agricultural farm featuring spectacular views over Lake Champlain. A guided property tour follows a visit to a nearby orchard for warm cider and freshly made cider donuts.
Distance: 30, 48, 59 miles. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Lodging: Inn at Shelburne Farms

Day 4:

Leave the Lake Champlain Valley behind as the route winds east into the Green Mountains. Stop for lunch next to a historic round church before arriving in Waterbury, also known as one of the best towns for beer in the US. We head to the glamorous Topnotch Resort and Spa at Stowe for the next two nights.
Distance: 35, 49 miles. Meals: Breakfast. Lodging: Topnotch Resort

Day 5:

Today’s ride features the classic loop over Smuggler’s Notch — a rocky cliff-like passage through the mountains used by Canadian smugglers during Prohibition.
Distance: 18, 40, 46 miles. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Lodging: Topnotch Resort

Day 6:

A choice of loop rides around Stowe includes covered bridges, the Stowe Rec Path, and the village of Stowe. Visit a talented glassblower or the Vermont Ski Museum before a picnic lunch along the river — all with the spectacular backdrop of Vermont’s colorful fall foliage.
Distance: 17 miles, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

* This is a general itinerary. Tour itineraries are subject to change based on the group, available accommodations and other unforeseen circumstances such as the weather, local conditions, government intervention, that may affect the quality of the trip and/or safety of the participants. Please view this itinerary as an outline as to what to expect on this tour.

Lodging

Vermont: Stowe Fall Foliage Bicycle tour

Waybury Inn, East Middlebury
This quintessential Vermont country inn sits at the base of the Green Mountains across from a beautiful stream. For years, the Bob Newhart show featured the inn. Restaurant and cozy pub on site. (2 nights)

Inn at Shelburne Farms
The property was the 19th-century country home of Dr. William Seward and Lila Vanderbilt Webb. The Inn was opened as Shelburne Farms’ guest house in 1987, following the gift of the land and historic buildings at Shelburne Farms to the nonprofit that owns it today. (2 nights)

Topnotch Resort
Nestled in the heart of one of America’s best-loved ski towns and summer mountain destinations, Topnotch Resort is a smart, sophisticated, and cosmopolitan destination for both urban nomads and outdoor adventurers.(2 nights)

Included:

• Support of experienced tour leaders from start to finish
• Full van support for a variety of route options
• Observe a fourth-generation pewter smith and a renowned glassblower
• Ride under Vermont’s iconic covered bridges
• Sample gourmet chocolate from a local chocolatier
• Stunning foliage sightseeing
• 5 nights at luxurious and quintessentially Vermont inns and resorts
• All breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
• All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
• Baggage transfers and porterage
• Complimentary use of equipment and bikes: Cannondale Synapse Carbon 105, Customized Fuji Absolute 2.0, Limited number of Electric Assist or E-bikes are available.
• Daily route directions, maps, and a downloadable GPS

Not included:

• Flights to and from the tour
• Night before and after the tour
• Gratuity guides

Pricing / Tour dates

Tour price 2024: $3920.- pp, single fee $ 975.-
You can avoid a single supplement by sharing a room with another rider.
Tour Dates 2024:
15 Sep. – 20 Sep.
22 Sep. – 27 Sep.
29 Sep. – 04 Oct.
06 Oct. – 11 Oct.
Tour Dates 2025:
14 Sep – 19 Sep
21 Sep – 26 Sep
28 Sep – 03 Oct
05 Oct – 10 Oct

Conditions

Deposit $500.- pp
The deposit payment for a tour must be paid within two weeks after the booking is confirmed.
The remaining payment is due 90 days before the start of the tour.
For tours that are booked within 90 days before the start of the tour you will pay 100% of the tour price

Information

A Typical Day
While each day of a vacation is unique, there are similar elements to every day. Your tour leaders will share the selection of options with you and guide you through the day. Choose to do it all or customize the options to your personal preference.

THE COOL OF THE MORNING
Rise in time for breakfast with your fellow travelers and tour leaders who will provide an overview of the day. They will share with you the highlights and mix in a bit of local lore.After breakfast you’ll have time to return to your room before you head off on your ride or to another activity. Of course, if you choose, you can lounge by the pool, arrange for a massage, or a host of other things that suit your fancy.A morning ride might take you through a historic covered bridge, past a series of cascading waterfalls, or through a spectacular stand of cacti. Stop to snap some photos, walk along the falls, or perhaps visit an old-time general store. Everyone is encouraged to ride and explore at their own pace.

LET THE SUN SHINE
Leaders will host a gourmet picnic lunch along the ride or you will have opportunity to eat at one of several venues in a small town along the way. Naturally, everyone’s favorite lunch is a spread put on by the tour leaders. It’s always fun to see what they’ve conjured up and enjoy some laughs with your fellow travelers over lunch.You might visit a local museum or winery, or crank out a few extra miles if you choose. Devouring a good book in a lounge chair overlooking the pool or the sea is also a favored afternoon activity. From a short hike to a waterfall to a visit to small family farm, our bike tours offer much more than simply riding down the road.

AS THE MOON RISES
Join your fellow travelers for a delicious dinner either at the inn or a nearby restaurant. Evening meals seem to incite conversation and laughter over the day’s events. You’ll hear stories of spontaneous encounters and great feats such as milking a cow for the first time – you do what?Meals are sumptuous three to five-course affairs and include options for vegetarians. Folks often go for a little evening walk or retire to the front porch of the inn before drifting off to their rooms. Enjoyable hours in the out of doors are the perfect prescription for a good night’s sleep