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California Wine Country Holiday Guide

With the recent fires in the Napa and Sonoma counties, Trek Travel wants to help these communities we consider to be a part of our own get back on their feet. We, and many others, believe that one of the best things that can be done is to support local businesses, artisans and help bring tourism back to this incredible wine growing region. So just in time for your holiday planning we’ve chosen our favorite wines, fixin’s and gifts that will be sure to impress at any gathering.

Trek Travel Cali Wine Holiday Guide SHED

SHED Healdsburg

Brighten up a salad or add garnish to a sweet treat with a SHED Sonoma Honeycomb. Sustainably sourced from local beekeepers and a unique way to enjoy Sonoma from afar.

Bring Sonoma home >

Trek Travel Cali Wine Holiday Guide North Block

North Block Hotel

Shop botanically infused bath amenities hand-crafted with proprietary formulations of essential oils and herbal extracts by a local artisan and featured in every guest room at North Block.

Indulge your senses here >

Trek Travel Cali Wine Holiday Guide

Clif Family Wines

Long days of cycling through Italy finished off with leisurely evenings of good wine soon became the inspiration for the Clif Family vineyards and tasting room settled atop Howell Mountain in Napa. If you have the good luck to visit we recommend you also indulge at their Bruschetteria food truck.

Gift Wine Club >

Trek Travel Cali Wine Holiday Guide Alley 6

Alley 6 Craft Distillery

Alley 6 is a small batch, grain to glass craft distillery focused on quality ingredients, the art of a hands-on process and dreaming up unique flavor profiles and spirits with deep complexity and character that you won’t soon forget.

Find the perfect pour >

Woodhouse Chocolate

Handmade in Napa Valley with the combined efforts of three generations of the Anderson/Wood family, these rich and flavorful chocolates and confections are crafted in European style with local, sustainable ingredients.

Satiate your sweet tooth >

Trek Travel Cali Wine Holiday Guide Summit Lake Winery

Summit Lake Winery

A small, family owned winery on top of Howell Mountain, Summit Lake is known for its distinctive and outstanding red varietals such as Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and of course Cabernet Sauvignon.

Sit back with Summit Lake >

Trek Travel Cali Wine Holiday Guide Flying Goat

Flying Goat Coffee

Known for its single origin brews, Flying Goat is run by Phil Anacker, a Sonoma coffee legend who’s goal is to expose coffee drinkers to a Cup O’ Joe “that’s been carefully managed from seed to mug.”

Keep caffeinated >

Trek Travel Cali Wine Holiday Guide Ad Hoc at Home

Ad Hoc at Home

The revered Thomas Keller turns his imagination to the American comfort foods closest to his heart with over 200 recipes inspired by his restaurant in Yountville.

Get the Book >

Trek Travel Cali Wine Holiday Guide

The Gift of Travel

Trek Travel is committed to a full season of trips in the wine country and our guides can’t wait to get back in 2018. We hope you’ll join us whether you’re riding yourself or sneaking a Trek Travel gift certificate into the stocking of someone special. Contact a Trip Consultant to give the gift of a lifetime.

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What is the Difference?

Ultimate Luxury:

Savor some of the most spectacular, 5-star properties in the world. Exuding luxury and elegance, these one-of-a-kind accommodations offer the chance to rejuvenate at award-winning spas, dine at Michelin-starred restaurants, and more.

Luxury:

Enjoy luxurious accommodations handpicked for a refined experience. From signature spa treatments to delicious local cuisine, you’ll be more than provided for; you’ll be pampered.

Explorer

These handpicked hotels provide relaxation and fun in a casual and comfortable environment. Delicious cuisine and great service mix perfectly for a memorable stay.

Combined

On select cycling vacations, you’ll stay at a mix of hotel levels, from Explorer to Luxury to Ultimate Luxury. Rest assured, no matter which level of hotel you’re at, our trip designers carefully select every accommodation.

Activity Level

Level 1:

Road: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 25 mi (40 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Gravel: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 20 mi (35 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Level 2:

Road: 2-4 hours of riding. 20-35 mi (35-60 km). Up to 2,500 ft (750 m).

Gravel: 2-4 hours of riding. 15-30 mi (25-45 km). Up to 2,000 ft (300 m).

Level 3:

Road: 3-5 hours of riding. 25-55 mi (40-85 km). Up to 4,500 ft (1,500 m).

Gravel: 3-5 hours of riding. 20-40 mi (35-60 km). Up to 3,000 ft (900 m).

Level 4:

Road: 4+ hours of riding. 40-70 mi (60-110 km). Up to 8,000 ft (2,400 m).

Gravel: 3-5 hours of riding. 30-50 mi (45-80 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

What are your trip styles?

Classic - Reserve:

Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.

Classic - Signature:

Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.

Classic - Discovor:

Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Self-Guided

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Single Occupancy

Sometimes it’s more convenient and comfortable to have your own room while on vacation. We understand and that’s why we offer a Single Occupancy option. The additional price guarantees a private room all to yourself