New York’s Finger Lakes Bicycle Tours
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| Jul 23, 2023 - Jul 28, 2023 |
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| Aug 13, 2023 - Aug 18, 2023 |
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Tour Overview
Geneva on the Lake | Watkins Glen | Aurora | Skaneateles
Our bike trip in the Finger Lakes area showcases the historic lakeside homes, the Erie Canal, the college town of Geneva, and more. Start in Geneva, staying in a waterside inn, before biking toward Seneca Lake through expansive Mennonite farmland. As you near the lakeshore, the farmland gradually transforms into vineyards. Continue to Ithaca and scenic Cayuga Lake and charming Aurora, stopping at charming country wineries along the way. In Aurora, visit the original estate of MacKenzie-Childs, the whimsical home-decor manufacturer, or take a wine tour by boat. Ride east out of town to Skaneateles and its namesake lake for a reception at an acclaimed inn, your stay for the night. On your final day, pedal south, following the lakeshore for a farewell picnic set in a beautiful sculpture garden.
DAY BY DAY
Finger Lakes, New York
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1Ease into this Finger Lakes bicycle tour with a warm-up ride along the Erie Canal. Geneva is home to Hobart and William Smith Colleges, and the town showcases some of the region’s most historic and beautiful lakeside homes – one of which is now Geneva on the Lake, your accommodation for the evening. Join us for a welcome dinner tonight on the terrace.
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2Bluffs between the north-south running lakes feature expansive farmland and fabulous cycling. Roads are lightly traveled through miles of beautifully kept Mennonite farms where horse and buggy or bicycles are the most popular forms of transportation. Tonight we stay at the Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel, an upscale, newer hotel that features commanding views of the Seneca Lake.
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3Ride through rural farmland en route to Ithaca and scenic Cayuga Lake. Several country wineries beckon a visit along the route to the charming village of Aurora. A welcoming oasis awaits you at the end of your ride when you roll into the Inns of Aurora.
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4Visit the original estate of MacKenzie-Childs, the whimsical home decor manufacturer, or book a one-of-a-kind wine tour by boat.
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5Ride east to the town of Skaneateles at the north end of the lake that bears its name. Toast the week’s adventures during a reception and dinner at the Mirbeau Inn and Spa’s acclaimed restaurant.
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6The final ride of the week is one of our favorites. Follow the lakeshore south through verdant farmland as the route winds along the valley floor. Enjoy a leader hosted picnic lunch at a sculpture garden as you wrap up the week. You will be transferred to the airport in Syracuse in the afternoon.
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Distinctive lodging, carefully selected to complement your tour.
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Geneva on the Lake
This striking 1914 Italianate villa overlooks formal English gardens on the shore of Seneca Lake. Perennial AAA Four Diamond Award winner. (1 night)
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Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel
A stylish new boutique hotel overlooking the southern end of Seneca Lake. Spacious rooms, lake views, restaurant and bar. Walk to shops. (1 night)
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The Inns of Aurora
Beautifully restored in boutique style, this magnificent collection of lakeside inns features gracious service and the finest of attention to detail. Restaurant and bar. (2 nights)
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Mirbeau Inn & Spa
A Provençal styled inn and gardens featuring a Forbes Travel Guide, 4-Star Award winning restaurant and spa. Wine bar, spa services, restaurant. (1 night)
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What's Included
- Support of experienced tour leaders from start to finish.
- Full van support for a variety of route options
- Custom Sojourn jersey and water bottles – both yours to keep
- Tastings and tours at acclaimed regional wineries
- 5 nights at gorgeous upstate New York inns and hotels
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Baggage transfers and porterage
- All breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners
- Complimentary use of Sojourn’s equipment and bikes: Cannondale Synapse Carbon 105, Customized Fuji Absolute 2.0
- Tandem Custom Built Cannondales or Co-Motions options at an added cost of $300
- Limited E-Bikes are available on a first come first serve basis
- Daily route directions, maps, and a downloadable GPS
- 5% Past Traveler Discount to use on your next Sojourn Tour
- Start & End: The tour starts at 8 AM at the Del Monte Lodge Renaissance Rochester. It concludes at the Syracuse Hancock Airport (SYR) at 3 PM.
- Meals: All breakfasts and most dinners and lunches are covered. In some of the more rural areas, service can be slower than is our normal standard. We leave a few evenings and afternoons open for you to explore the variety of restaurants in the area. We strongly recommend you check opening times and make reservations for the restaurants you pick.
- Routes: Although most of the riding is on quiet country roads, we do sometimes share the road with traffic where it can get busy. While it is relatively safe, we encourage guests who feel nervous to get in the van.
- E-Bike: Limited number of E-bikes are offered on a first come first serve basis.
- Flexibility: Our trips are designed to be flexible, giving you the freedom to experience it the way YOU want. So if you want some downtime or to do things on your own, our leaders will work to find you the best days to do it.
- Level of Riding: This is rated as an intermediate trip with most days including a good amount of hills. Riding distances vary with the longest distance you can ride being 55 miles in a single day. Once again, you can choose to hop in the van if you are no longer having fun.
- Routing and Scheduling: The itinerary we provide can change on a certain day in terms of restaurant time, road closures, and weather conditions. Our leaders are fully trained at offering alternate plans and solutions. We seek your cooperation and promise to deliver the best vacation experience regardless.
Private Trips
Reserve one of our regularly scheduled trip dates for your private group and qualify for reduced pricing. The larger your group, the lower the per person price. Gather your friends and we’ll do the rest to provide your group with a truly personalized and memorable vacation. Smaller groups can join published trips and receive reduced pricing on trips that aren’t reserved as private trip dates.
For groups of 16-18 people traveling together on a published tour date, a 10% discount on the double occupancy trip price will apply.
For groups of 12-15 people traveling together on a published tour date, a discount of 8% on the double occupancy trip price will apply.
For groups of 8-11 people traveling together on a published date, a discount of 6% on the double occupancy trip price will apply.
Group discounts may not be combined with other offers.
