Road bike the epic coastline road of California
Feel the wind in your hair as you road cycle this fabulous route
Enjoy a small-group guided tour and travel with new friends
Go on tour and explore this magnificent part of the world
Discover the magic of the Big Sur coast

Big Sur Road Bike Tour

Duration
6 days
From
$5,147 USD

Ride the Californian Coast from Santa Barbara to Big Sur over 6 days on a glorious road biking adventure. A highly influential, early 20th-century watercolorist and muralist, Francis McComas, defined California’s Central Coast, Big Sur, as “the greatest meeting of land-sea.” With that visionary exactness as a guide, the tour operator has shaped a virtuoso velo interpretation of the Golden State’s Central Coast: animated as much by sea cliffs and rolling wine country, iconic Highway One to Redwoods, breaching grey whales to far more furtive sea otters.

  • Category
    Road Cycling
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    6 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    3 - Intermediate
  • Activity Level
    3 - Active
  • Elevation
    3 - Intermediate
  • Terrain
    Coastal
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  • Where does the tour start and end?

    The tour starts and ends in Santa Barbara, California. Meet at 9am on day 1 at the Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara. The tour ends in Santa Barbara around 4pm on the last day.

    Fly in/out of Santa Barbara Airport (SBA).

  • How long is the tour? How many days cycling?

    The tour is 6 days long with 6 days of cycling.

  • Are there any limits on what I should bring?

    Luggage is limited to one small soft-shelled suitcase or medium/large sized duffel bag (no heavier than 40 pounds). Please ensure your luggage container is water repellant. The tour operator also suggests bringing a hydration daypack or small backpack for valuables.

  • How should I prepare for the trip?

    As an adventurous person, feel free to do whatever you can before the trip. Except for biking, no experience is necessary, just enthusiasm and an open mind ready to try some new adventures. Your level of fitness also affects how much you enjoy your tour. Check your specific itinerary for an idea of your average daily mileage and level of strenuousness, then train appropriately.

    For optimal physical preparation, the tour operator recommends that you ride at least several hours per week during the month preceding the tour. During the tour, you will be on your bike every day, and we can assure you that an unprepared bottom is a sore one! If you can’t ride your bike or don’t own one, take a spin class at your local gym a few times a week.

  • What is the operator's environmental stance?

    They don’t just preach environmental awareness, they live it. The tour operator recycles 90% of our waste and run their LEED Platinum facilities with solar and wind power. Additionally, their facilities are net-zero energy (they produce more energy than is consumed) which makes them the only commercial outfitter in the world who is net positive energy.

  • What's the tour like?

    The tour is classified as active with a Fitness Level: 2-4. The tour is suitable for solo riders, couples & friends.

  • Are bikes included?

    Yes. Make your trip as comfortable as possible on the body, as simple as possible for traveling, and hassle-free on tour. The tour operator will fit you with the newest, highest quality gear in the industry.

    The tour operator provides only high-end bicycles from Specialized. They replace their rental fleet each season to ensure all rentals meet their high standards. E-bikes are available.