One of the most prestigious “new world” wine producing regions, Chile’s central valley has produced award winning wines in recent years. Enjoy a bicycle tour of the Chilean wine country, pedaling through vineyards of the Central Valley, then turning south and bicycling along the stunning beaches of the scenic Pacific Coast. We stay in historic colonial cities such as Santa Cruz and Constitucion and visit secluded villages and beach resorts. This is an excellent trip for both wine and food lover – and photographer!
Highlights
Historic Vineyards of Chile’s central valley
Colonial Chilean Cities such as Santa Cruz
Fabulous cycling along valleys and coastal roads
Three wine tastings and winery visits
Unique Aspects
No other bicycle tour allows you to explore Chile’s central valley and its famous wine region as this trip does. After our bicycle ride through the vineyards we head towards the Pacific coast. Far from the touristy towns further north, we’ll explore smaller towns that have historical importance and a local ambiance.
Best Time to Go
Best Time to Go: April – June, September, October
Accomodations
Three and four star unique hotels, country estates, and other centrally located hotels.
Duration
11 days. For a shorter tour – 8 days with similar itinerary.
Sustainable Elements
Pedal power is the main means of travel for our customers and guides, saving on gas and emissions
Local guides travel with you to interpret local culture
Meals and… Read the rest
travel
America, Bicycle, Chile, chilean cities, coast, country, Pacific, santiago de chile, South, Sustainable, travel, wine, wine tastings
If you are like many people you need to see some water to feel like you are truly on vacation-lots and lots of water! Italy boasts some of the most beautiful beaches and resorts in all of Europe.
The Amalfi coast is just south of Naples and you may want to visit this area as part of your Italy vacation. Amalfi is a resort town also known for its lemon trees. Not only do you get the sea here but this is the region that has the famous cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum and also the Mt. Vesuvius volcano. During your Italy vacation here you will find that public transportation is very easy to use especially around the Bay of Naples. If you do decide to drive around here on your Italy vacation you must remember that the roads along the coast tend to be narrow so you have to be very careful. There are several beach hotels and resorts and along with the sandy shores and green-blue waters this promises to deliver a beautiful Italy vacation.
If you would prefer a seaside vacation away from most other tourists you would do better to visit the old fishing villages along the Italian Riviera. The Italian Riviera is a portion of the Italian coast that lies between the Liguiran Sea and the mountains. The capital of the Liguria region is Genoa. During your Italy vacation in the area, you will find that fishing is a huge part of the… Read the rest
Vacation
Christ, christ of the abyss, coast, Europe, Florida, Genoa, Italy, Japan, Liguiran Sea, Liguria, mt vesuvius volcano, Naples, Olive, Orlando, Peter, pompeii and herculaneum, Portifino, Portifino Harbor, Rome, Vacation