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
Tailwind on every ride? – See e-bike trips
European Classic booking fast – see the trips
Trip Itinerary
Set off on a sun-drenched bike tour through Arizona's Sonoran Desert, blending exhilarating road biking with ultimate relaxation.
Print Tip: For wider content, set Margins to 'Minimum' in the print window settings.
Where to Arrive
Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Pick-up location:
Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town, Scottsdale, Arizona
Pick-up time:
10:00 AM
Where to Depart
Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Drop-off location:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Drop-off time:
12:00 PM
Additional Arrival Information
We suggest that you arrive at least one day prior to the trip start, which will enable you to adjust to the time zone and minimize the risk of missing the trip start due to flight-related delays. We recommend that you fly into the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). From there, a 20-minute taxi or Uber ride will take you to Scottsdale Old Town.
Our meeting location is in Scottsdale Old Town, so please enjoy a night or two in this beautiful tourist hotspot. We have listed several hotel options in our recommendations, but be aware that the pick-up will be at the Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town. You are also welcome to book your pre-night at CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa, where you can meet the group at the CIVANA lobby at 11:00 AM. If you choose this option you will need to book an Uber or Lift to take you on the 45-minute trip to get to the hotel. Please inform your guides if you will not be at the pick-up in Scottsdale.
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you with the Trek Travel van in front of Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town (7142 E 1st St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251) at 10:00 AM on the first day of the trip. You will then shuttle for 45-minutes to CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa.
Your guides will give you a brief orientation and safety talk during lunch, then you'll saddle up to begin the day's ride through the Sonoran McDowell Preserve.
If you will be late for the pick-up or are going to miss it altogether, please inform your guides. You will receive an email a week before the trip start with their names and contact details. If you cannot reach them, please call our first hotel, CIVANA Resort and Spa (480-653-9000) and leave a message with your expected arrival time and contact details.
Additional Departure Information
You will say farewell to Civana at 11:00 AM and your Trek Travel guides will shuttle you to the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). If you have other plans, please ensure to book transportation for your next adventure.
Welcome ride through McDowell Sonoran Preserve
Overview
Welcome to the Valley of the Sun, where there is the promise of 300 days of sunshine annually! You're about to experience some of Arizona's finest cycling culture with smooth pavement and endless great weather. Your guide team will meet you in front of Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town at 10:00 AM on the first day of the trip. We'll kick off the week with an 18-mile loop that will begin with a nourishing lunch, followed by a ride safety talk and personal bike fitting to your Trek bike to ensure a comfortable week ahead. After our first spin of the week, you'll check-in to your hotel room and explore this incredible resort, filled end-to-end with desert culture and spa luxury. Tonight, join the group for social hour and dinner at Terras to discuss the exciting week ahead.
Hotel
CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa
Meals included
Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Featured Meal | Terras at CIVANA
CIVANA offers two on-site restaurants that are lead by Executive Chef Scott Winegard and his culinary team. The restaurants, Terras and Seed, with their contemporary, inviting spaces and panoramic views of the Sonoran desert, create innovative menus by highlighting fresh, sustainable ingredients and clever flavor combinations. From breakfasts that offer vibrant, scrumptious, and nutritious options to the dinner options that offer mouthwatering bites of glazed, oven-roasted sunchoke, fire-roasted cauliflower, or charred hearts of palm, there is plenty to spotlight their focus on local ingredients. With a little something for everyone, enjoy your first round of drinks on Trek Travel and let’s toast to our upcoming adventures.
Hiking Options
Hike Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
McDowell Sonoran Preserve Loop - Approximately 18 mi | 29 km and 990 ft | 302 m
Marvel at towering saguaro cacti while we pedal by Fountain Hills
Overview
Wake up to your first morning in this incredible, once-in-a-lifetime destination. After a vibrant and delicious breakfast and a 30-minute shuttle, we’ll head towards the town of Fountain Hills on today's route. As we set out, you'll notice the white plume of a world-famous fountain visible just beyond Fountain Hills. This wonder can be seen from as far away as the Superstition Mountains, Carefree, and even from aircraft. We’ll spin through vistas of McDowell Mountain Regional Park and Tonto National Forest and enjoy a Trek Travel picnic lunch at Fountain Hills Park. Stop for a few photos to show your friends back home what they're missing. After the picnic, you have your choice of a beautiful hike or returning to CIVANA to relax and enjoy the amenities. Our hike is meant to take you into the heart of desert scenery, where you'll see the flora and fauna that make this region a gem among the Arizona landscapes and is particularly picturesque with Piestawa Peak and Camelback Mountain off in the distance. Tonight you will have Carefree to explore for a dinner of your choosing.
Hotel
CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch
Highlight of the Day
Tonto National Forest
Today we will start our ride within Tonto National Forest. This is the ninth largest National Forest in the United States and home to one of the most rugged and diverse ecosystems in the country.
Hiking Options
Hike Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Needle Rock to Fountain Park with Shuttle - Approximately 29 mi | 46 km and 1,440 ft | 438 m
Hike Option 2
SONORAN DESERT HIKE:
Gateway Loop Trail: 4.5 mi | 6.4 km and 550 ft | 168 m
Cool off from your ride with a dip in Bartlett Lake
Overview
Make sure you get a hearty breakfast today so you're ready and fueled for our most exciting and beautiful day yet. It's another perfectly sunny weather report, and we will use the great weather as a chance to make our way to Bartlett Lake on a challenging cruise of about 40 miles with 4,750 feet of elevation gain. There is always the option to jump in the shuttle if you choose, but don't skip the chance to cool off with a dip in the lake. We'll stop for lunch at a hidden gem on our way back from Bartlett Lake. Tonight, we'll meet for our last night as a group; we will reflect on our accomplishments and memorable moments with all our newfound friends while we enjoy a drinks and dinner at Tonto Bar and Grill! Time to say cheers to a wonderful trip.
Hotel
CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Bartlett Lake
Experience the beauty of Bartlett Lake, nestled in the Tonto National Forest. Surrounded by majestic desert mountains and picturesque foothills dotted with saguaros, this reservoir fed by the Verde River is the perfect place to discover on two wheels.
Hiking Options
Hike Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Bartlett Lake with Shuttle - Approximately 40 mi | 64 km and 4,750 ft | 1448 m
Hike Option 2
SHORT OPTION:
Bartlett Lake with Shuttle - Approximately 22 mi | 35 km and 1,800 ft | 548 m
Hike Option 3
AVID OPTION:
Bartlett Lake Out and Back - Approximately 49 mi | 79 km and 4,890 ft | 1490 m
Final spin past Cave Creek
Overview
Rise and shine to another warm and sunny day, sadly, it's time for us to say goodbye to the Valley of the Sun. Enjoy the morning at your own pace today with a final breakfast at the hotel. Hopefully your legs are satiated from the riding this week, but we do have a short final spin as one last chance to take in the views. Check out of the hotel is at 11:00 AM when your guides will shuttle you to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
Meals included
Breakfast
Highlight of the Day
Cave Creek Ride
Enjoy your final ride through beautiful Arizona! As your trip comes to an end, make sure to savor your last deep breaths of that fresh desert air and we already look forward to our next adventure with you.
Hiking Options
Hike Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Cave Creek Return - Approximately 15 mi | 24 km and 750 ft | 229 m
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
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.
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.
These handpicked hotels provide relaxation and fun in a casual and comfortable environment. Delicious cuisine and great service mix perfectly for a memorable stay.
On select cycling vacations, you’ll stay at a mix of Explorer and Luxury hotels. Rest assured, no matter which hotel level you’re at, our trip designers carefully select every accommodation.
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).
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).
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).
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).
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.
Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.
Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.
Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.
See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.
Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.
Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.
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