Smugglers Notch is a narrow mountain pass between Stowe and Jeffersonville VT
The most beautiful rides in Vermont
2022 Vermont bike TOUR SCHEDULE
Start Date Tour Accommodations
Aug 28 Champlain Islands Little River Inn or Lodge at Spruce Peak
Sept 4 Vermont Countryside Little River Inn
Sept 11 Green Mountains Little River Inn or Lodge at Spruce Peak
Sept 18 Champlain Islands Little River Inn
Sept 25 Vermont Countryside Little River Inn or Lodge at Spruce Peak
Oct 2 Champlain Islands Little River Inn
LOCATION: The base of the tour operations is located in the iconic village of Stowe, Vermont. With all of its charm, natural beauty and long history, Stowe is known worldwide as The Ski Capital of The East and offers more than 60 independently-owned retail shops and 40 restaurants. There are other activities to enjoy during a visit such as golf, hiking and concerts as well as galleries, museums, spas and zip lines. Explore https://gostowe.com/
LODGING OPTION 1: The Little River Inn is an intimate bed and breakfast located just a half-mile stroll along the riverwalk to the iconic main street of Stowe. Explore https://www.thelittleriverinn.com/
LODGING OPTION 2: The Lodge at Spruce Peak is a world class resort located directly across from Stowe Mountain Resort with incredible mountain views. Explore https://www.sprucepeak.com/stay/the-lodge
CYCLISTS: Tours are limited to six cyclists.
TOUR PROCESS: Cyclists will be transported via a scenic route (35-45 minutes) from the Inn to the ride start point and transported back to the Inn after the day’s ride, in order to provide the most beautiful ride possible with extremely low traffic and magnificent scenery.
ROUTES: Each ride route is designed with a specific start point to provide the best ride possible. The Island and Countryside rides are 20-26 miles (can be less if needed) and can be increased to 27-42. All the rides, except for the Green Mountain climbs, have a place halfway to refuel. The halfway point on the climbs is the top, so preparation is the key! Tour and ride description on WEEKLY ITINERARY and RIDE RATINGS page.
KAYAKING: The tour may include (weather dependent) a gorgeous afternoon kayaking down the twisting Lamoille River with a picnic lunch on a lovely sand beach. The beautiful Lamoille lies in the shadow of majestic Mt Mansfield and will create a memory not soon to be forgotten! Explore https://www.vtcanoeandkayak.com/
WHAT TO BRING: Your bicycle with gear, two water bottles and clothes (wet/cold weather) Also a small backpack for gear during transporting to ride start point, and casual clothes for Heidi’s Tea Time on the Island rides. (info for Tea Time on DAILY ITINERARY page)
BIKES: It is best to bring and ride your own bicycle with your saddle. However, contact AJ’s Ski & Sport shop in Stowe to rent a quality bicycle if needed. Explore https://stowesports.com/
DINNER: The tour includes dinners on Sunday, Wednesday and Friday with your guide(s). The tour covers the price of two cocktails per person with each dinner. The Saturday dockside lunch also include two cocktails per person.
LAUNDRY: There is a laundry on 44 Park Street (8am-5pm) right off the village center if needed.
GUIDE(S): Guide(s) will ride along unless transport is required. Cue sheets may be provided.
DAYS & PRICES:
8 days, 7 nights
Little River Inn $2150 per person double occupancy ($2850 single)
Lodge at Spruce Peak $3700 per person double occupancy
- Check-in Sunday 4pm – 5pm, depart following Sunday
- Five tour bike rides Monday – Friday
- 2-hour sailing cruise Saturday and dockside lunch Explore https://vermontsailing.com/
INCLUDED:
- All breakfasts, all lunches, three dinners (Sun, Wed, Fri)
- Water, beverages and snacks during rides
- Transport to and from all ride starting points
- All Heidi’s Tea Times (info on DAILY ITINERARY page)
- Lake Champlain Sailing Cruise and dockside lunch
NOT INCLUDED:
- Four dinners (Mon, Tue, Thu, & Sat)
CUSTOM TOUR PRICES:
7 days, 6 nights
Little River Inn $1850 pp dbl occ ($2550 sgl occ)
Lodge at Spruce Peak $3300 pp dbl occ
- Check-in Monday 4pm – 5pm, depart Sunday
- Four tour bike rides Tuesday – Friday
- 2-hour sailing cruise Saturday and dockside lunch
6 days, 5 nights
Little River Inn $1550 pp dbl occ ($2250 sgl occ)
Lodge at Spruce Peak $2700 pp dbl occ
- Check-in Tuesday 4pm – 5pm, depart Sunday
- Three tour bike rides Wednesday – Friday
- 2-hour sailing cruise Saturday and dockside lunch
5 days, 4 nights
Little River Inn $1250 pp dbl occ ($1950 sgl occ)
Lodge at Spruce Peak $2200 pp dbl occ
- Check-in Wednesday 4pm – 5pm, depart Sunday
- Two tour bike rides Thursday- Friday
- 2-hour sailing cruise Saturday and dockside lunch
SINGLE DAY TOURS:
SCHEDULE: June 27 to August 26.
Select any ride from the Weekly Itinerary page.
- $150 pp for 2-6 cyclists
- $125 pp for 2-6 cyclists (no Heidi’s Tea Time)
- $100 pp for 2-6 cyclists (no lunch/snacks/Heidi’s Tea Time)
INCLUDED:
- Cyclists will be picked up at their Inn and transported to the ride start point and transported back to their Inn after the day’s ride, in order to provide the most beautiful ride possible.
- Lunch, water, beverages and snacks during ride
- Heidi’s Tea Time (info on DAILY ITINERARY page)