Asheville 3-Day Bike Tour 2025

A short cycling getaway to the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Southern Appalachians

Trip Style

Classic Bike

Tour Duration

4 Days / 3 Nights

Activity Level

Level 3

Bikes

Trek Domane SL 7
Trek Electric-Assist Verve+ Gen 3
Trek Electric-Assist Checkpoint+ SL6 AXS

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Discover the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and explore vibrant downtown Asheville on an unforgettable 3-day bike tour in North Carolina.

In the mountains of western North Carolina you will find the highest peak east of the Mississippi, ancient rivers, breathtaking views, waterfalls, and incredibly scenic roads. Ride the Blue Ridge Parkway and take in views of the Craggy, Balsam, and Black Mountains rising in blue waves to the edge of the horizon. There is a strong sense of history and place here that can be heard in old-time bluegrass music and tasted in treasured recipes. Experience the vibrant and exciting culinary offerings that draw on the region's Southern Appalachian roots and toast to the incredible craft beer scene in Asheville, four-time winner of the annual Beer City USA poll and Food & Wine's 2025 #1 U.S. Small City for Food & Drink. Come join us as we taste, sip, and ride our way through this gorgeous landscape on our 3-day Asheville bike tour. See the 6-day version of this trip » Photo by Burke Lawrence

Trip Wows
  • Ride fantastic routes, including cycling on the Blue Ridge Parkway, with the opportunity to summit the highest peak in the eastern US

  • Treat yourself to inventive dishes born from Asheville's robust farm-to-table culinary scene, inspired by it's Southern Appalachian heritage

  • Spend some time exploring the vibrant scene of shops, galleries, cafes, and street artists that make downtown Asheville a destination in itself

  • Sample the wares at some of Asheville's famous breweries

  • Relax at The Foundry, a stylish boutique hotel in a restored steel foundry, located in one of downtown's historic neighborhoods

A cyclist rides toward the camera on the Blue Ridge Parkway on an early fall day

Cycle on the Blue Ridge Parkway

Take in stunning views of the southern Appalachians

Bike on smooth pavement as you ascend, then descend through Craggy Gardens and the Black Mountains.


What Guests are Saying

It was everything my wife and I had hoped for and more. Great riding. Great food. Great guides. Beautiful area. Looking forward to the next Trek tour soon.

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Mark, Superior, WI

Most of the trip exceeded my expectations. In particular, the guides were exceptional, and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience. I am highly likely to go on more trips with Trek Travel in the future, and will be recommending them to my friends.

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Timothy E., Trek Travel Guest

Two cyclists all smiles at Mt Mitchell Summit

Great trip. Beautiful scenery, great riding, good company. Riding up the Blue Ridge Parkway is something I will never forget!

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Bob, Trek Travel Guest

This trip was excellent in every way. The guides were just outstanding, and the hotels, rides and food were all wonderful.

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Wendy, Salt Lake City, UT

I loved this trip! It's been a few years since I did a Trek trip and it has only gotten better. It's top notch... there is nothing I can think of improving. It's just really good value for the money and a great experience and fun.

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Lesley, Trek Travel Guest


A person biking on Mt. Mitchell North Carolina

Great Ride

The Blue Ridge Parkway and Mt. Mitchell

Experience Great Ride #7 on our List of Great Global Rides. Enjoy stunning views of the Craggy and Black Mountains and the surrounding forests on this challenging climb.

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Dates & Pricing

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Itinerary
Activity Information

Hotels
Interior view of hotel room with King bed brick wall and lamp
Aerial view of the courtyard of the Foundry Hotel at dusk with Asheville City Hall in the background
View of the bar and sitting area of The Workshop Lounge at The Foundry Hotel
Asheville, North Carolina
The Foundry Hotel
Explorer

Listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, The Foundry Hotel spans three restored buildings in Asheville’s historic African American business district, known as “The Block.” Just a five-minute walk from downtown’s center, its enclave-like campus surrounds a serene courtyard—an oasis amid the city’s bustle. Once a steel foundry for the Biltmore Estate, it blends industrial heritage with refined modern design. Enjoy breakfast at The Refinery and unwind in the Workshop Lounge—set in the former workshop of the foundry—where sophisticated decor and craft cocktails set the tone for the evening.


Bikes & Gear
Ride the Best Bikes in the Industry
New in 2023 Domane SL 7 Road
Trek Domane SL 7

Experiencing your cycling vacation of a lifetime is not complete without a world-class bike and the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 is the best on the road. Its carbon frame with road-smoothing IsoSpeed, responsive disc brakes, and Shimano Di2 electronic shifting deliver incredible comfort without sacrificing performance. Standard carbon wheels make this bike lighter and faster than ever.

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E-Bike
Trek Electric-Assist Verve+ Gen 3

Fun from the first pedal stroke, the Trek Verve+ 3 helps you go farther with ease. Its low-step frame and upright riding position keep you comfortable, while the Bosch motor provides a natural boost up to 15 or 20 mph (region specific). Shimano hydraulic disc brakes deliver smooth, controlled stopping, so every hill and every mile feels relaxed and enjoyable.

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Electric Road
Trek Electric-Assist Checkpoint+ SL6 AXS

New in 2026! Trek’s Checkpoint+ SL6 AXS is a lightweight e-assist bike built for miles of fun. The TQ HPR60 electric-assist motor adds a quiet boost up to 15 or 28 mph (region specific), making climbs and long days easier. Carbon wheels and frame keep it quick and responsive, while 38 mm tires and IsoSpeed tech smooth rough terrain. With SRAM’s 12-speed AXS wireless shifting and disc brakes, every move is in your control.
Upgrade to the Checkpoint+ SL 6 AXS for $399 (3-6 day trips) or $599 (7+ day trips). Available in limited quantities. See specific trip dates for available bike options.

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Trek Travel Guides

The World’s Best

From the moment you meet our guides, you'll understand the difference. You'll feel the genuine care they take to make your vacation perfect. From their expert support to sharing their favorite hidden spots, they tailor every moment to you.

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Additional Gear
  • Choice of Trek Travel Santini cycling jersey or technical t-shirt to keep
  • Trek Travel water bottle to keep
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • GPS device with pre-loaded routes providing turn by turn directions
  • Trek front and rear lights
  • A flat pack containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator
  • Choice of Shimano SPD-SL single sided road pedals, Shimano SPD dual sided mountain pedals, or flat pedals
  • Trek helmet
  • Trek saddle
  • For the most comfortable ride, we recommend you bring your own saddle. If you prefer, you can bring your own pedals and helmet on the trip and our guides will install your gear on the first day during your bike fit.
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Trip Inclusions

Additional Details

Know Before You Go!

We want you to be fully prepared for your cycling vacation of a lifetime. This involves making sure that you choose the appropriate trip for you and that every aspect of your experience is flawless. Each Trek Travel trip is unique to ensure maximum enjoyment every time.

Your Trip Need to Knows:

  • While Asheville is a popular area for cycling, with many riders found on the surrounding roads, some of the routes on our trip also feature a fair amount of vehicle traffic. Of course our routes are designed to use the least trafficked roads possible, but some sections of the Day 2 ride are on busier roads for short sections. Your guides will make you aware of these areas should you have concerns and shuttle options are always available.

Before and After Your Trip

FAQs

Asheville sits at an elevation just over 2,100 feet above sea level. Due to this, the region experiences later springs, earlier falls, and milder summers than other locations in the southeast. In May, June, late August, and September, the average highs range from the upper 70s to low 80s and lows range from the low 50s to low 60s across the region. Rain is always a possibility any time of the year, and weather can change quickly in the higher elevations. On the Day 3 ride to the nearly 6,700 foot summit of Mt. Mitchell, temperatures can be 15-20 degrees cooler than in downtown Asheville, so plan appropriately when packing your riding gear. Packing List

To reserve your space on a trip, you can either call us at 866-464-8735 to speak with an expert Trip Consultant or book online any time by clicking the “BOOK THIS TRIP” icon near the upper right of each destination’s overview page.* Once you have submitted your reservation online, a Trip Consultant will contact you within one business day to answer any questions you may have and to confirm space, bike, and room availability on your desired trip. Your booking will be finalized once your no-risk deposit is paid. If you make a reservation more than 90 days prior to the trip, a $750 no risk deposit is due at the time of booking.** If you reserve your trip less than 90 days prior to the departure, the full balance is due at the time of booking. Once your booking is complete you will receive an email confirmation with important information pertaining to your trip.

*Please note that select trips cannot be booked online at this time. For those trips, please call a trip consultant at 866-464-8735.

**Deposit amounts vary for all Race, Cross Country, Special Edition, Ride Camp, Discover, and Self-Guided tours. Please confirm deposit amounts for all trips with your Trip Consultant at time of booking.

When a trip is booked, a guest confirmation email is immediately sent out. One week prior to the trip start, you’ll receive an email containing your trip start meeting location reminder and any last-minute information that you’ll need to know. You will also receive instructions to download the Ride with GPS app before your trip to provide you the day to day plan and daily route guides.

With one person booked on a date, the trip becomes guaranteed.*

In the case where trips are at one or two guests, we will contact you prior to final payment to give you the following options:

Pay a small trip fee of $500 per person for two guests or $1000 for one guest, which ensures your preferred trip date will run. If there are three or more guests before departure date, the fee will be refunded in full.

or

Switch to a different trip or different departure date. Should there be any difference in trip price between your original trip and the new one, you will be expected to pay the difference, or we will refund you accordingly.

Offer only valid if Trek Travel contacts a guest to discuss these specific options. Bike trips with fewer than three guests may operate with only one guide. The guide will support all rides with a Trek Travel van. If you would like to discuss the option of having two guides, please speak with your trip consultant.

The small trip supplement for Ride Camps is as follows – for two guests an additional $250 or for one guest an additional $500.

*Cross Country, Discover, Race, and Special Edition trips as well as a small number of select departures have a minimum guest count to guarantee. Please check with your Trip Consultant for more information.

Unforeseen events may make it necessary to cancel or modify a trip. Our Guest Services team will update you with any changes. We reserve the right to cancel departures in cases of force majeure or the failure of third parties—such as hotels—to honor their reservations, in which case all payments received to date will be refunded, which constitutes full settlement. Trek Travel is not responsible for expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled trips, such as airline tickets, or for costs that are incurred due to travel delays, flight cancellations, or illness.
We strongly encourage Travel Protection for complete coverage.

We understand things happen in life and sometimes you have to cancel or change your tour.

Read our Cancellation Policy

Our Trip Consultants are available to assist and can answer your questions. Please call us at 866-464-8735.

Trek Travel recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to help safeguard you and your travel investment against the unexpected. We offer a travel protection plan through Arch RoamRight that provides coverage for unforeseen events that could affect your ability to travel with us.
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Sharing the joy that comes with wow moments

Trek Travel guides are dedicated to making moments that last a lifetime, and we invite you to thank them with a trip gratuity. These are customary and at your own discretion, to recognize service, hospitality, and the little extras that surprise and delight. For this Signature trip, we recommend between $160-$200 per guest and, of course, you may choose to give more if your guides made your trip an unforgettable experience.

Like everything else about your vacation, the Trek Travel team is here to make this experience easier for you. While local currency is preferred, you may also tip through the following options:

Via PayPal (please have this account set up in advance when possible) or with your guest services representative on the phone before or after the trip.

Gratuities will be divided among the guide team, so feel free to leave your gratuity with whomever you choose at the end of your trip.

You cannot put a price on a wow. But you can show your thanks for an exceptional experience.

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Guaranteed Trips

Our trips are guaranteed to run once we have one confirmed booking on the trip. Click here to view our full guarantee policy.

Trek Travel reserves the right to cancel trips with zero guests, therefore you must book with Trek Travel before making travel arrangements for the trip. We are not responsible for travel arrangements made prior to confirming your Trek Travel Trip. Select trips are not guaranteed.

Sold Out/Waitlist

This trip is currently sold out, but you may be added to the waitlist in the case of availability.

Limited Availability

If a date is marked with Limited Availability, there are few spots left to book. We will secure additional rooms from our hotels before confirming your reservation.

Looking to travel with a small group? Ask our trip consultants about private trips and learn more.

Private

If a date is marked as Private, it is reserved for a private group.

Don’t see exactly what you are looking for or looking for a custom date?
Call our trip consultants at 866-464-8735

Hotel Differences

Trek Travel offers three hotel levels to match your style. Luxury hotels provide elegant, thoughtful touches with exceptional hospitality. Explorer hotels blend modern amenities with local charm in unique settings. Comfort hotels are casual and conveniently located near Trek Travel activities.

Activity Levels

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).

Hiking: 1-3 hours of hiking. Up to 5 mi (8 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).

Hiking: 2-4 hours of hiking. 4-8 mi (6-12 km). Up to 1,500 ft (450 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).

Hiking: 3-5 hours of hiking. 6-10 mi (9-16 km). Up to 2,000 ft (600 m).

Level 4:

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

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

Hiking: 4+ hours of hiking. 7-15 mi (11-24 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

What are your trip styles?

Classic Bike:

Explore beautiful destinations with a curated blend of guided activities, local cuisine, handpicked accommodations, and itineraries to suit every traveler, from laid-back adventures to luxurious escapes.

Gravel:

Venture off the beaten path to unforgettable places, with fully-supported routes that combine gravel and paved roads in classic Trek Travel style.

Cross Country:

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

Pro Race:

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

Hiking & Walking:

Step into adventure with carefully designed routes, unparalleled hospitality, and deep-routed local connections.

Ride Camp:

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

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