Trip Overview

Fall foliage, historic inns, spectacular scenery, & world class cycling!

Lake Champlain is in fact the sixth largest body of freshwater in the United States. Its long slender body extends between the Adirondack Mountains of New York and the Green Mountains of Vermont. A relaxing backdrop coupled with scenic farmlands, sparsely travelled roads and historic points of interest make this a cyclist’s “dream come true.” Each day’s ride delivers you to a unique and intimate inn with a charm and history all its own.

Take pleasure in peaceful rides along quiet country roads, amongst wooded Green Mountains, past hillside dairy farms, across covered bridges, and into charming town squares. Stop along the way for a taste of some regional specialties, from golden maple syrup, to smooth Vermont cheddar.

Our rides have been carefully crafted so that days are filled with splendid riding and memorable sight seeing. Be assured there is ample time to relax and absorb all that your surroundings offer. The terrain is quite varied from one end of the valley to the next. On a daily basis we experience some flat sections and several sections that are rolling to hilly. This tour appeals to many riding abilities, and offers incredible value with respect to lodging and meals. We invite you to shop and compare, and hope you’ll join us on what is sure to be a memorable tour.

What's Included

• Use of a Classic Adventures bicycle (Trek hybrid or road bike)
• A non-regimented, “cycle at your own pace itinerary” with an average of 30-50 miles per day with the option of additional or fewer miles.
• Lodging in select country inns & hotels.
• Daily breakfast & dinners (fewer dinners for some tours; see individual tour descriptions and prices).
• Free transfers and long term parking.
• Full van support.
• Detailed maps, route descriptions, and cultural information on a daily basis.
• Most commercial transportation within the country of most tours. (See daily itineraries for specific transfer information).
• Friendly and experienced multi-pngual guides.
• Expert bicycle mechanics.
• Guided tours of selected historical Destinations visited.
• Pre-departure information packet includes: tour specific info., reading pst, packing pst, training suggestions, riding tips, etc.
• Classic Adventures T-shirt.
• All bicycles come equipped with trunk bag; rear rack; water bottles; lock; pump; spare tube; odometer/computer.

Daily Itinerary

Vermont: The Champlain Valley

Day 1. Arrive in the town of Vergennes, the smallest and oldest city in Vermont. Bike fitting, and short warm-up ride in the Lake Champlain Basin, followed by a wine reception and dinner. (12 miles)

Day 2. Cycle from Vergennes north to Shelburne. Ride along country roads with lake views, dairy farms, and picturesque homes. Highlights today include Historic Shelburne Village, Shelburne Vineyards, and the Rokeby Museum, site of one of the northern most stops on the Underground Railroad. Optional 1 hr hike to the summit of Mt Philo for wonderful lake & valley views. (25 or 45 miles)

Day 3. Cycle on country roads through Ferrisburg, returning to Vergennes for lunch. After lunch cycle south to Middlebury. Today you can take in the University of Vermont Morgan Horse farm, and working dairy farms. (25 or 40 miles)

Day 4. Take a 2-3 hour hike up Snake or Buck Mountains which rewards you with Lake and Adirondack views.We return for an optional 20 mile bicycle ride along the Middlebury River to a beautiful mountain valley in the Green Mountains.

Day 5. Cycle north on country roads to Bristol Village, the gateway to the Green Mountains of Vermont and the village of Lincoln, a local artist community nestled in the heart of the Green Mountains. After lunch, return to Middlebury on peaceful, rural roads with beautiful mountain views.Optional stops at the Lincoln Peak Winery or Otter Creek Brewery for a tasting. (25 or 38 miles)

Day 6. Final farewells and then transfer back to Burlington after breakfast.

Dates & Prices 2013

Vermont: The Champlain Valley

6 days / 5 nights

(Includes 4 dinners, all breakfasts, 1 picnic, transfers to and from Burlington, and wine reception)

September 15-20	$2,229.00
September 22-27	$2,229.00

Tour Map

Vermont: The Champlain Valley