Vermont Fall Foliage Bike Tour
Tour Overview
Vermont Fall Foliage Bike Tour: Lake Champlain Valley to Stowe
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Start: Burlington, Vermont | End: Burlington, Vermont
Bikes: View Fleet |
E-Bikes Available ( Limited. Request Early)
Rating: Intermediate Trips
Experience one of the World’s 10 Best Bike Tours (Frommer’s) and a Top 5 U.S. Bike Tours (Forbes) on Sojourn’s Vermont Foliage bike tour. Cycle Vermont’s fall foliage from the Lake Champlain Valley to Stowe, passing red barns, covered bridges, and classic New England towns. Visit classic Vermont Farms, enjoy warm cider and donuts, and cross the Green Mountains via Smugglers’ Notch, Vermont’s most scenic mountain pass. Stay in boutique inns and luxury resort, all backed by Sojourn’s expert guides, e-bike options, and signature Sojourn support.
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Tour Highlights
- Ride Vermont’s Legendary Fall Foliage- Cycle Frommer’s “World’s 10 Best Bike Tour” — from Lake Champlain’s lakeside beauty to Stowe’s mountain peaks and fiery maple forests.
- Lake Champlain Causeway & Island Line Trail- Pedal across the iconic Island Line Trail surrounded by water — with panoramic views of the Adirondacks and Green Mountains.
- Conquer Smugglers’ Notch Pass- Ride Vermont’s most famous mountain route — a twisting, scenic climb between Mount Mansfield and Spruce Peak framed in peak foliage.
- Taste Vermont’s Local Flavors- Savor warm cider and donuts at a local orchard, visit craft breweries, and enjoy Sojourn’s farm-to-table dining experiences.
- Boutique Inns & Luxury Resort- Stay in award-winning Vermont inns and relax at Topnotch Resort & Spa, Stowe’s premier mountain retreat with world-class comfort.
Lodging Information
Distinctive lodging, carefully selected to complement your tour.
Hotel Vermont, Burlington
Iconic Hotel – Vermont’s own in Burlington downtown by Lake Champlain (2 nights)
Topnotch Resort
Nestled in the heart of one of America’s best-loved ski towns and summer mountain destinations, Topnotch Resort is a smart, sophisticated, and cosmopolitan destination for both urban nomads and outdoor adventurers.(2 nights)
Date and Pricing
- 2027
- Make it Private
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- Support of experienced tour leaders from start to finish
- Full van support for a variety of route options
- Custom Sojourn branded performance shirt*( for 2027 trips), riding sling bag and water bottle – yours to keep
- Observe a renowned glassblower right outside of Stowe
- Ride under Vermont’s iconic covered bridges
- Stunning foliage sightseeing
- 4 nights at luxurious and quintessentially Vermont inns and resorts
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Baggage transfers and porterage
- All breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
- Complimentary use of Sojourn’s equipment and bikes [Our Bike Fleet]
- Tandem Custom Built Cannondale or Co-Motion options at an added cost of $300
- Limited number of Electric Assist or E-bikes are also 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
Vermont Fall Foliage Bike Tour- Frequently Asked Questions
The tour starts early in the morning when we pick you from downtown Burlington. End of the tour we arrive in Burlington airport late afternoon. Your confirmation packet includes recommended flight windows and transfer details.
All breakfasts, as well as most dinners and lunches are covered. We leave a few evenings and afternoons open for you to explore the variety of restaurants in the area. In addition to that, luxury lodging during your entire stay, bike selection and fitting, support van and guides, route files, all hotel and restaurant gratuities, and select activities noted in your itinerary are all included. Here’s what’s included.
In order to offer you the best of the area on a trip, we sometimes have to make liberal use of shuttles. On this trip, there is a 1 hour shuttle back to Burlington upon concluding the trip.
Professionally fitted road, hybrid, and e-bikes (limited supply), plus helmet and a bike bag. We’ll set you up for comfort on Day 1. E-bikes are permitted wherever traditional bikes are allowed. Your leaders will brief you on any local guidelines before each ride.
There are a few longer ride days and you can choose to ride as much or as little as you want. Our vans are always there to offer you a break.
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.
This is rated as an intermediate trip with consistent rolling hills. Riding distances and difficulties vary per day, but Smugglers Notch stands out as the hardest (optional) effort of the trip at 1700 ft of climbing.
While guests often ask about the elusive peak foliage, this is largely a subjective term. Some trees might be close to their “peak” during one point of the trip, but others might differ. Regardless, since there are so many different types of trees in Vermont combined with so many different climate factors, you end up with a melange of colors no matter which tour you are on.
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.
Pack for layers – warmer days and cooler nights. Also it can sometimes get rainy in Vermont during Fall. So pack light jackets, breathable activewear, sun protection (hat, SPF, sleeves), casual resort wear, and closed-toe cycling shoes. We’ll send a detailed packing list after booking.
We have one of the industry’s most lenient cancellation policy. Here’s our full terms and conditions.
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Vermont Fall Foliage Bike Tours – Stowe
Lake Champlain Causeway & Burlington Waterfront Ride
Kick off your Vermont fall foliage bike tour with a spectacular warm-up along Burlington’s Island Line Trail, one of the most scenic bike paths in the country. Pedal through the city’s waterfront neighborhoods, then onto the Lake Champlain Causeway, a breathtaking ride surrounded by water—with the Adirondacks to the west and Green Mountains to the east. Return to Hotel Vermont, steps from Burlington’s lively downtown, and enjoy a lakeside welcome dinner.
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Hotel Vermont
L, DLakeside Views & Covered Bridges
Ride from Burlington into the heart of Vermont’s picturesque Champlain Valley, where rolling farmland, classic covered bridges, and brilliant fall foliage set the scene. Pedal along quiet country roads past historic farms and open fields, with sweeping views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains glowing with autumn color across the water.
15, 36 Hotel Vermont B, DAcross the Green Mountains to Waterbury & Stowe
Leave the Lake Champlain Valley behind as you ride gently into the Green Mountains, Vermont’s backbone of rolling peaks and maple forests. Pause for lunch beside the Old Round Church in Richmond, then continue to Waterbury, home to craft breweries and artisanal chocolate. Your ride concludes at the elegant Topnotch Resort & Spa in Stowe, where luxury and mountain serenity await.
35, 49 Topnotch Resort BClassic Smugglers’ Notch Ride
Today’s signature route climbs through Smugglers’ Notch, a narrow mountain pass carved between Mount Mansfield and Spruce Peak. Once used by smugglers during Prohibition, it’s now one of the most famous cycling routes in Vermont. Enjoy thrilling curves, towering cliffs, and dazzling fall foliage before gliding back to your resort spa for a well-earned farewell dinner.
18, 40, 46 Topnotch Resort B, DStowe Loops, Covered Bridges & Farewell
End your journey with loop rides around Stowe, Vermont’s most picturesque mountain village. Ride the Stowe Recreation Path, pass historic covered bridges, and explore the Village of Stowe with its cozy cafes and boutiques. Visit a local glassblower or the Vermont Ski Museum, then enjoy a lunch along the Little River—a perfect finale to your Vermont fall foliage cycling adventure.
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