The Wholistic Approach to Wine Country Bike Tours
Wholistic refers to the idea or philosophy that all parts of a thing are interconnected, with a focus on complete systems rather than simply upon individual parts. At Sojourn, we pride ourselves on the wholistic consideration that drives the creation of our tours. The time you spend with us isn’t just about the biking, or the scenery, or the places you visit – it’s bigger than that. Your time with us is a wholistic experience, mindfully crafted by Sojourn staff, designed to transcend typical active vacations and deliver on our promise of “The Good Life, By Bike.”
There is perhaps no better showcase for this wholistic approach than our wine country bike tours. Whether you travel with us through the well-known appellations in California’s Sonoma County, or to the distinctive microclimate of Canada's Niagara Escarpment (a ridge carved by ancient glaciers) that supports Ontario, Canada’s most active wine region, you can expect a luscious fusion of cycling, culinary delight, and vinous exploration.
A Sojourn guest cycles past a vineyard-covered hillside Sonoma Wine Country With more than 425 wineries, miles of rugged coastline, and breathtaking redwood forests, Sonoma County represents the best of Northern California — premium wines, farm-to-table dining options, unique resorts and spas, and dozens of state and regional parks. While it's not one of our “official” stops on our Sonoma Wine Country bike tour, we always encourage guests to visit Bella Vineyards and Wine Caves. Winding your way to the quiet end of West Dry Creek Road brings you to this unconventional spot, providing an opportunity to gaze back over the vast fields of grapevines nestled into the landscape abutting Dry Creek. First, in their tasting room with a selection of white wines for consideration, and then in the unique wine caves where an array of red wines are available to taste, a visit to Bella gives you a delightful glimpse into the unique character of this region. Grape vines completely cover the hill that shelter the cave; beneath the sprawling vines in the cool, low light of the cave’s interior Bella’s Zinfandels take center stage. Bella is one of the first stops guests might opt to make on the inaugural day of this tour. When you visit, stop for a moment and take in the scene. Smell the fragrance on the breeze. Taste and enjoy the wines that originate right there. This is what you came for.
Guests head into Bella's wine cave for a red wine tasting
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