Bicycle Ride through Napa Valley Vineyards

Best Bicycle Tours in Napa Valley

My sister, who live in Napa, takes me on her own Napa Vally bike tours when I visit. So I can vouch for how perfect Napa Valley is for cycling at any level.

Once we stopped at little spot by the river where the kids played on a rope swing. On an August ride we pinched a few tart grapes off the vines (shhhh) and had our own little tasting.

With Napa’s well-paved country back roads that wind in and around scenic vineyards, it’s one of my favorite local activities, and one I highly recommend if you find yourself in Napa Valley.

You can rent bikes and go it alone with bike maps provided by the local bike shops. But if you’re not from the area, you might want to book a guided Napa bike tour. (More info below.)

With guided bicycle tours, the focus is on enjoying the beauty of wine country rather than hardcore cycling, so don’t worry if you’re not fit for the Tour de France.

SAVVY TIP: If you’re staying over, scroll down this page to check out the top 10 Napa hotel recommendations.

Popular Napa Valley Guided Bike Tours

Each of the following Napa Valley bicycle tours provide a relaxing ride through wine country with plenty of fresh air, food and of course wine. One I think you’ll like takes you “in” the actual vineyard. Of all the beautiful cycling tours in the Bay Area, these Wine Country tours are among the most popular.

1: Classic Napa Valley Bike Tour

HOW: We found this tour for around $10 off {details & booking info}

ABOUT: Casual-paced bike ride stopping at 3-4 wineries. All riding is on paved roads; flat to gently rolling.

• Price includes: Current-year Specialized Sirrus hybrid bike rental, helmet, knowledgeable local Tour Guide, handlebar bag, souvenir water bottle, Clif Bar and van support (including wine purchase pick-up service).
• Wine tasting fees are not included (average $15-25 at most wineries; fees may be waived with minimum purchase; varies by winery).

2: Cycling “IN” the Vineyards Bicycle Tour

HOW: Save $5 with this link {details & booking info}.

ABOUT: Ride in the one and only Napa Valley winery that allows off-road biking tours through its vineyard property, which borders the northernmost stretches of the San Francisco Bay.

• Price includes: A catered picnic lunch served alfresco overlooking the vineyards.
• The marshlands found here are a federally designated wildlife preserve where you’re likely to see wetland birds like herons, mallards and egrets.

Favorite Napa Valley Hotels

Staying over? Check out the top 10 Napa hotels according to TripAdvisor. Here are my five faves that made the list:

Find Napa Valley hotel reviews and compare prices on this Napa Valley TripAdvisor page

1. Meritage Resort and Spa
2. Solage, an Auberge Resort
3. The Wine Country Inn
4. Silverado Resort and Spa
5. Vino Bello Resort