Sojourn Bike Tours & Active Vacations News
Deluxe Fall Foliage Tour Added for Fall in Vermont!
One Extraordinary Trip Only!
Due to extremely high demand for fall foliage tours in Vermont, we have added an amazing new deluxe itinerary for 2010. The trip runs October 10-15 and includes airport pick-up and return. Experience the Champlain Valley's finest inns before concluding at the famed Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe. An exclusive stay at a stunning lakeside estate, the Inn at Shelburne Farms, includes dinner in their award-winning dining room. Fabulous routes and the region's most premier lodging combine to create one extraordinary trip! Contact us now for a detailed itinerary.
New Road Bikes Debut!
We have significantly upgraded our road bike for 2010 by replacing our fleet with the new 2010 Cannondale Synapse featuring Shimano 105 components and a triple crank. Following their first use on tour in Arizona last month, they received a big thumbs-up from our tour participants. Veteran Sojourn traveler, Avi Ford, wrote to us during her tour to say "I just wanted to let you know that you did a great job with the new bikes! I am very pleased with the new Cannondale bikes. They are a marked improvement over the previous ones." Thanks, Avi - we think everyone will be quite pleased with them!
New Active Vacation for 2010!
Quebec: Heart of the Saint Lawrence
This new active vacation offers several days of cycling combined with whale watching in a private Zodiac, hiking, and sea kayaking. Meet in Quebec City and bike for two days along the south shore of the mighty St. Lawrence River. Cross the River for two days of whale watching, hiking, and sea kayaking in the Sagenuay Marine Park which is a major feeding ground for an amazing variety of whales. Return to Quebec City for two days of cycling and touring the city by foot. The perfect active vacation for anyone interested in a fabulous trip to Canada's only French-speaking province!
Back for 2010 - Now Seven Nights!
Vermont to Quebec City Bike Tour
This tour was created specifically as part of the State of Vermont's celebration of the 400th anniversary of the discovery of Lake Champlain. This amazing ride follows bike paths and lightly traveled roads along some of the oldest routes in North America and closely traces the route sailed by French explorer Samuel de Champlain as he extended his exploration from Quebec City and the settlement he established there, to the lake that bears his name. Mileage options range between 300-485 miles over the seven day trip. One layover day is planned en route to Quebec City where the tour will spend the final two nights. Terrain is generally quite level with a few moderate hills. Reserve soon as space is very limited and filling fast!
Arizona Bike Tours
Back by Popular Demand!
By popular demand we are continuing our fall trips in Arizona during October and November 2009. This ever-popular and perennially sold out tour continues to be a huge hit. As always, our exclusive two-night stay at one of Arizona's first authentic dude ranches, Rancho De La Osa, is a favorite highlight. Our fall 2009 and winter 2010 trips include two fabulous, fun-filled days and starstruck nights in this historic oasis. Now you can extend your bike season by vacationing in glorious weather and true southwestern style.
Outside Magazine Touts Sojourn's Arizona Bike Tour
Outside's annual Travel Issue named Sojourn's Arizona tour as a "dream ride" and 'life-list-worthy tour", noting routes that lead past giant cacti and through red rock canyons, along with light pollution-free nights at historic guest ranches. Men's Journal Magazine didn't want to miss out and also touted our Arizona Bike Tour in a recent issue.
Check Jude's Blog of Her Biking the Andes Trip
Sojourn's fearless and free-sprited tour leader, Jude Kirstein, headed to South America recently to bike from Argentina across the Andes to Chile. Given her friendly and inquisitive nature, and her can-do attitude, she is bound to encounter memorable adventures along the way. If you like reading Jack Kerouac, you'll enjoy her reflective and easy flowing prose. In case you're wondering, Jude is the one with the very short haircut! Over the Andes
Oregon's Columbia River Gorge Tour
Sojourn's 2008 new active vacation in Oregon's Columbia River Gorge region is back by popular demand! The tour spans the gorgeous country between Mount Hood and Washington's Mount Adams to the north. Incredibly scenic bike rides, hikes, and a raft trip on a Wild & Scenic River provide a comprehensive introduction to the region. The trip is rated more moderate but shorter routes offer something for everyone. Luxurious lodging is the standard throughout with both properties named to Travel & Leisure's Top 100.
North Carolina to Tennessee; Chronicle of a Journey
 Sojourn's adventurous and spirited bike tour leader, Elaine Parker, recently completed her dream of cycling solo from Raleigh, North Carolina to her hometown of Maryville, Tennessee. The trip up and over the Smoky Mountains is not for the faint of heart but this rugged, fifty-something-year-old now has another adventure to add to her accomplishments.
Read Elaine's account of her bike trip.
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