Greenville Ride Camp Bike Tour

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Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the hotel at 12:00 PM on the first day of the trip. After a short round of introductions and talks, your guides will jump right into a perfect bike fitting to make sure you are comfortable on your Trek Domane bike. Your guides will go over the daily schedule and discuss route options. Once you are ready to hit the road, you can take a short ride to Paris Mountain - a popular climb within Greenville. You'll access Upstate Sout... Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the hotel at 12:00 PM on the first day of the trip. After a short round of introductions and talks, your guides will jump right into a perfect bike fitting to make sure you are comfortable on your Trek Domane bike. Your guides will go over the daily schedule and discuss route options. Once you are ready to hit the road, you can take a short ride to Paris Mountain - a popular climb within Greenville. You'll access Upstate South Carolina's finest routes each day via a portion of the Swamp Rabbit Trail, a 28-mile multi-use greenway that winds through Greenville. This trail offers an ideal starting point for exploring the region's top cycling and enjoying a warm-up and cool-down spin along the scenic Reedy River. If you prefer, you can also check into your hotel room and catch up with the group later for dinner to plan for the adventures ahead. Read More

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Today, immerse yourself in the picturesque landscape of North and South Carolina by visiting the historic Campbell Covered Bridge in the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. The Blue Ridge Escarpment offers stunning views that will leave a lasting impression. As you ride through the Blue Ridge foothills, you will understand why many professional riders consider this area a true gem. The Mountain Bridge Wilderness is 10,883 acres of natural beauty, including scenic vista... Today, immerse yourself in the picturesque landscape of North and South Carolina by visiting the historic Campbell Covered Bridge in the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. The Blue Ridge Escarpment offers stunning views that will leave a lasting impression. As you ride through the Blue Ridge foothills, you will understand why many professional riders consider this area a true gem. The Mountain Bridge Wilderness is 10,883 acres of natural beauty, including scenic vistas and waterfalls, located in Northern Greenville County, near the North Carolina border. The Campbell Covered Bridge, constructed between 1909 and 1911, is a notable highlight in the area, as it is the only remaining covered bridge in South Carolina, out of the original 20 that were once present in the state. Read More

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Explore the rich cycling heritage of this area today by taking a challenging ride on the quiet country roads leading to the iconic six-mile climb up Caesar's Head. This climb, well-known in pro cycling circles, was often a decisive factor in the Tour DuPont and has seen many professional athletes leave their mark. As you embark on this undulating ride, you'll pass through the peaceful Carolina countryside, and climb through thick woods on a narrow road to reach the ... Explore the rich cycling heritage of this area today by taking a challenging ride on the quiet country roads leading to the iconic six-mile climb up Caesar's Head. This climb, well-known in pro cycling circles, was often a decisive factor in the Tour DuPont and has seen many professional athletes leave their mark. As you embark on this undulating ride, you'll pass through the peaceful Carolina countryside, and climb through thick woods on a narrow road to reach the summit at the scenic Caesar's Head State Park. This climb is steep and challenging, gaining over 1,200 feet (365 m) of elevation, with a steep grade and variable gradient, but offers a rewarding view on good weather days. Read More

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Take a leisurely tour on the scenic Travelers Rest Loop, or ask the Trek Travel guides for their personal favorite self-guided routes. Only nine miles (14 km) north of Greenville, in the heart of Upstate South Carolina, lies the charming and historic town of Travelers Rest. Since before its establishment in 1893, this town has been a sanctuary for travelers, serving as a stopover for settlers and herders alike, offering a much-needed respite from their journey. If y... Take a leisurely tour on the scenic Travelers Rest Loop, or ask the Trek Travel guides for their personal favorite self-guided routes. Only nine miles (14 km) north of Greenville, in the heart of Upstate South Carolina, lies the charming and historic town of Travelers Rest. Since before its establishment in 1893, this town has been a sanctuary for travelers, serving as a stopover for settlers and herders alike, offering a much-needed respite from their journey. If you're in need of a break, today also serves as a perfect opportunity to rest and recover the legs before we gather as a group at a local restaurant favorite. Read More

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We will set out for an enjoyable ride on the western outskirts of Greenville. You'll appreciate the quiet and relaxed atmosphere as we take in the picturesque and overgrown greenery. We'll take a break at Hagood Mill, where you can enjoy a lunch while learning about the history of this 1826 water-powered gristmill. The mill has existed on the site since the 1790s, but the current building was built by James Hagood in 1845 and remained in the Hagood family, operating... We will set out for an enjoyable ride on the western outskirts of Greenville. You'll appreciate the quiet and relaxed atmosphere as we take in the picturesque and overgrown greenery. We'll take a break at Hagood Mill, where you can enjoy a lunch while learning about the history of this 1826 water-powered gristmill. The mill has existed on the site since the 1790s, but the current building was built by James Hagood in 1845 and remained in the Hagood family, operating until 1966. Historically it served as a hub for local community gatherings. Read More

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We've saved an epic final ride for your week in the Carolinas! This final guided route takes you into the Blue Ridge Mountains' foothills, to the historic town of Saluda. The journey, primarily along Highway 176 from Tryon, includes two significant climbs leading directly into Saluda where your guides will have lunch and all the support you'll need before beginning your journey back to Greenville. You'll have Appalachian rock walls, towering trees, and the Green Riv... We've saved an epic final ride for your week in the Carolinas! This final guided route takes you into the Blue Ridge Mountains' foothills, to the historic town of Saluda. The journey, primarily along Highway 176 from Tryon, includes two significant climbs leading directly into Saluda where your guides will have lunch and all the support you'll need before beginning your journey back to Greenville. You'll have Appalachian rock walls, towering trees, and the Green River guiding your way, offering a peaceful immersion in nature. Tonight, we'll reminisce about our day and celebrate the new friendships and bonds formed over the week. Read More

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You may say farewell to Greenville, but the memories will last a lifetime! After an action-packed week, you've surely worn out your legs, but if you're still craving more, we've got you covered. Choose from one of our many self-guided ride options and make the most of your last day with us. Our expert team can recommend the perfect final spin for you, whether it's a beautiful loop with rolling terrain or a more challenging route, to give you a grand finale to your u... You may say farewell to Greenville, but the memories will last a lifetime! After an action-packed week, you've surely worn out your legs, but if you're still craving more, we've got you covered. Choose from one of our many self-guided ride options and make the most of your last day with us. Our expert team can recommend the perfect final spin for you, whether it's a beautiful loop with rolling terrain or a more challenging route, to give you a grand finale to your unforgettable week with us. Read More